Dan Snow Walks In The Footsteps of William the Conqueror

From Prince William’s extraordinary upbringing and the tragedy of losing Diana to Kate Middleton’s middle-class childhood and entry into royal life, this documentary explores how two very different worlds came together. It follows their university romance, royal wedding, growing family and increasing responsibilities as they prepare for their future roles at the heart of the monarchy.

From a child surviving the Bethnal Green disaster and a young tank gunner watching almost his entire troop perish to a brave Channel Island baker defying the Nazis, this episode reveals the Second World War through the experiences of ordinary Britons. Amid bombing, occupation and devastating loss, there are also stories of remarkable courage — and an unlikely wartime romance.

Victorian London is drowning in sewage, while contaminated drinking water helps deadly cholera tear through the population. From John Snow's groundbreaking discovery to Joseph Bazalgette's colossal sewer network, ingenious engineers battle to clean up the capital — but one horrific disaster on the Thames will still claim around 640 lives.

This documentary explores how the Victorians invented the Great British seaside holiday. From Blackpool's famous piers, tower and trams to dazzling illuminations, grand ballrooms and spectacular entertainment, discover how Victorian engineering and innovation transformed a quiet fishing town into Britain's entertainment capital.

This documentary explores how Victorian engineers transformed Britain with revolutionary bridges. From Brunel's Clifton Suspension Bridge and the Royal Albert Bridge to the mighty Forth Bridge and London's iconic Tower Bridge, discover how iron, steel and bold engineering connected the nation and changed the world forever.

Step inside the secret world of the Tudor dynasty and discover what life was really like behind the palace doors. From Henry VII’s rise after the Battle of Bosworth to the extraordinary reign of Henry VIII, this documentary explores the ambition, romance, betrayal, and royal intrigue that shaped one of the most fascinating periods in English history. Discover the private life of Henry VIII, his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, his passionate pursuit of Anne Boleyn, and his desperate desire for a male heir. Beyond politics and power, uncover the intimate realities of Tudor life—from royal marriages and childbirth to extravagant fashion, court traditions, medicine, and even the surprising secrets of the king’s private chambers. Enter the magnificent world of Tudor England, where love could change a kingdom and life at court could be both luxurious and deadly. Perfect for fans of British history, Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, the Tudor monarchy, royal history, and historical documentaries, this journey reveals the human stories hidden behind the legendary Tudor crown.