Discovering Britain

Maureen and Larry learn about St Ives's past as a fishing port and its present as an art-lovers hub, while Benedict Cumberbatch campaigns to save Soho's unique character.

While Maureen and Larry explore the ancient New Forest, Michael discovers a hero of Britain's natural history, and singer Mica Paris enjoys the fashions of Georgian Bath.

Dover's military history intrigues Maureen and Larry, Janet Ellis goes behind the scenes at Greenham Common, and Peter Davison shares his passion for the River Thames.

Heading north to Scotland's majestic Glamis Castle, Maureen discovers the secrets behind the Queen Mother's private apartments as Larry joins the annual Highland Games.

At Scone Palace, Maureen and Larry meet the custodians of the Stone of Scone, upon which centuries of Scottish kings were crowned.

Amid the rolling hills of Lancashire's Ribble Valley-the inspiration for Tolkien's Middle-earth-Larry discovers the secrets of drystone walling and sees how the meadows are under threat. In Northcote Manor's walled kitchen garden, Maureen learns about heritage vegetables and Lancashire hotpot. In Yorkshire, actor Don Warrington shares his passion for 18th-century art and design at Harewood House.