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Highclere: Behind the Scenes

Follow the highs and lows of the current Lord and Lady Carnarvon and their loyal staff, offering exclusive access to Highclere Castle as they strive to make this year the estate’s most profitable to date, with a busy calendar of events both home and away. Narrated by Lesley Nicol (Mrs. Patmore on Downton Abbey).

Episode #105

46m 45s

The Highclere team prepares for Christmas. As the castle and grounds transform into a winter wonderland, the team wrestles with their largest tree ever - for the famous grand saloon - while butler Luis hosts a cocktail class. Privately, Lady Carnarvon gathers loved ones round the Christmas tree. With unique access to the castle, family and the estate, this is Highclere at its holiday best.

Episodes

  • Episode #105: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode #105

    S1 E105 - 46m 45s

    The Highclere team prepares for Christmas. As the castle and grounds transform into a winter wonderland, the team wrestles with their largest tree ever - for the famous grand saloon - while butler Luis hosts a cocktail class. Privately, Lady Carnarvon gathers loved ones round the Christmas tree. With unique access to the castle, family and the estate, this is Highclere at its holiday best.

  • Episode #104: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode #104

    S1 E104 - 46m 29s

    It’s summer, and the annual Country Show and Battle Proms are approaching. Fireworks, music and an aeronautical display allow the Highclere team to relax. To mark the centenary of the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb, Lady Carnarvon writes a book about her husband’s great-grandfather, the 5th Earl of Carnarvon, who was involved in the search and excavation. Is Highclere finally back in business?

  • Episode #103: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode #103

    S1 E103 - 46m 53s

    The Highclere team host their first charity gala in three years in the Castle's iconic library. There will be a shooting competition, a three-course lunch and an auction, but staff shortages shake the team. Grooms Maggie and Sam help out as catering assistants; even John chips in! The Carnarvons launch branded roses with award-winning horticulturist Philip Harkness at the Chelsea Flower Show.

  • Episode #102: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode #102

    S1 E102 - 46m 45s

    The Carnarvons and their staff are invited to the premiere of the Downton Abbey sequel. Estate manager John and his team welcome a British TV show broadcasting from the castle's grand saloon. The show’s visit coincides with the busiest tour day of the year and all rush to dismiss the crew before the first bus arrives. Lady Carnarvon heads to Henley to promote her new book and gin brand.

  • Episode #101: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode #101

    S1 E101 - 46m 45s

    After three years of pandemic closures, the renowned house and gardens open their doors for Easter. Lady Carnarvon becomes an unexpected guide for Americans who turn up expecting a private tour of the castle. Head butler Luis, chauffeur Paul and estate manager John prepare for activities during one of the hottest days of spring. Will the busiest weekend of the season pay off for the Carnarvons?

Schedule

  • Highclere: Behind the Scenes: : TVSS: Iconic

    Highclere: Behind the Scenes

    Thursday
    Nov 21

    1 Hour

    It's the week of the second "Downton Abbey" film release and there is great excitement at Highclere Castle; Lord and Lady Carnarvon and many of their staff have been invited to the film premiere, but first there's work to do.
  • Highclere: Behind the Scenes: : TVSS: Iconic

    Highclere: Behind the Scenes

    Thursday
    Nov 21

    1 Hour

    It's the week of the second "Downton Abbey" film release and there is great excitement at Highclere Castle; Lord and Lady Carnarvon and many of their staff have been invited to the film premiere, but first there's work to do.
  • Highclere: Behind the Scenes: : TVSS: Iconic

    Highclere: Behind the Scenes

    Saturday
    Nov 23

    1 Hour

    It's the week of the second "Downton Abbey" film release and there is great excitement at Highclere Castle; Lord and Lady Carnarvon and many of their staff have been invited to the film premiere, but first there's work to do.
  • Highclere: Behind the Scenes: : TVSS: Iconic

    Highclere: Behind the Scenes

    Sunday
    Nov 24

    1 Hour

    It's the week of the second "Downton Abbey" film release and there is great excitement at Highclere Castle; Lord and Lady Carnarvon and many of their staff have been invited to the film premiere, but first there's work to do.
  • Highclere: Behind the Scenes: : TVSS: Iconic

    Highclere: Behind the Scenes

    Saturday
    Nov 30

    1 Hour

    The team prepare for their first charity gala in three years in the castle's library, with some clay pigeon shooting, a three-course lunch and a big-ticket auction; the Carnarvons launch their own branded roses at the Chelsea Flower Show.
  • Highclere: Behind the Scenes: : TVSS: Iconic

    Highclere: Behind the Scenes

    Wednesday
    Dec 4

    1 Hour

    The team marks the centenary of the 5th Earl of Carnarvon's discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb and prepare for the biggest event of the summer, the Battle Proms, which includes fireworks, music and an aeronautical display team.
  • Highclere: Behind the Scenes: : TVSS: Iconic

    Highclere: Behind the Scenes

    Wednesday
    Dec 4

    1 Hour

    The team marks the centenary of the 5th Earl of Carnarvon's discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb and prepare for the biggest event of the summer, the Battle Proms, which includes fireworks, music and an aeronautical display team.

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