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All Episodes of The Secret History of the British Garden

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All Episodes of 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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Season 1

  • The 17th Century
    8.0/106 votes

    The 17th Century

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 11/15/2015

    Monty Don explores the evolution of the British garden. Monty uncovers the stories behind Britain's 17th-century gardens, starting at Levens Hall in Cumbria.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The 18th Century
    8.4/106 votes

    The 18th Century

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/22/2015

    Monty 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 completion in 1741.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The 19th Century
    8.8/106 votes

    The 19th Century

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/29/2015

    In 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, colourful and accessible gardens. Monty visits royal retreats, including Osborne House; the very first publicly owned, urban recreational park, Derby Arboretum; as well as Kew Gardens and Edinburgh’s botanic gardens.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The 20th Century
    8.3/107 votes

    The 20th Century

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 12/13/2015

    Monty 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.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown