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Christmas has been celebrated in England since around 1038, with unique and interesting ways of celebrating coming and going throughout history. Fun and festive feasts have always been the norm but the Tudors took this to the extreme.

From the Pyramids to the temple at Karnak, perhaps what makes Ancient Egypt so compelling is that so much of it is still around for us to see. Discover the incredible physical legacy of Ancient Egypt and what it can tell us about this enigmatic ancient civilisation. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

Discover how a Dorset village garden revealed secrets from the Iron Age, Medieval times, and even a possible 4,000-year-old henge - all in just three days of digging! Join Time Team as they investigate the remarkable village of Wadden, Dorset, where pottery finds and mysterious earthworks hint at a hidden history stretching back millennia. In this episode, the team unearths evidence of Iron Age roundhouses, explores the ruins of a medieval building, and stumbles upon what could be a Neolithic henge - all within the gardens and fields of modern-day residents David and Grace. Through expert archaeology, landscape surveys, and experimental pottery-making, you’ll see how layers of history are peeled back to reveal the story of continual occupation, from ancient Britons to the present day. Watch as geophysical surveys, hands-on excavation, and historical research combine to solve the puzzle of who lived in Wadden and how they shaped the landscape. Learn about Iron Age pottery, medieval kilns, and the everyday lives of people over 4,000 years ago. This is an inspiring journey through time, proving that even the quietest corners

In 2005, the wreck of a German U-Boat was discovered in the Ligurian sea, just off the coast of Italy. The wreck was in almost perfect condition, leading researchers to question why this wreck was here in the first place. This documentary follows the amazing story behind how this U-Boat met it's tragic end.

Our Christmas traditions have changed a lot over the years but not as much as the work related side of the holiday. Tony Robinson takes a look back at some of the worst Christmas jobs in history, from puke collector to turkey gutter, you'll be thankful these jobs are a thing of the past!

In this episode, Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's sank from the glory days of the Pyramid Age into a period of hardship. A chaotic chapter of famine, civil war and anarchy led Egypt to the brink of collapse. How did this time of catastrophic struggle not spell the end for the Pharaohs?