The Secret History of the British Garden
Monty Don explores the fascinating history and evolution of the British garden, from the seventeenth century through to the modern day.
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1.The 17th Century
15-11-201559mMonty Don explores the evolution of the British garden. Monty uncovers the stories behind Britain's 17th-century gardens, starting at Levens Hall in Cumbria.
2.The 18th Century
22-11-201559mMonty bases himself at Rousham House in Oxfordshire, designed by one of the first practitioners of the landscape movement, William Kent. It has survived almost unchanged since its...
3.The 19th Century
29-11-201559mIn the third installment, Monty focuses on the 19th century. The expanding empire, scientific and technological innovation, and social change are reflected in Britain’s more exotic...
4.The 20th Century
13-12-201559mMonty Don looks at the evolution of the British garden. Monty concludes his journey by looking at the effect two world wars had on attitudes to gardens.
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