In the 1850s, English architects tried to find a style that would go with steam, glass and cast iron; they chose Gothic. This four part series looks at the men associated with the Victorian Gothic Revival and some of their famous constructions; including the House of Parliament, the Natural History Museum, the Albert Memorial, Westminster Abbey and a number of country houses
John Betjeman Passion For Churches
A wry but affectionate scrutiny to the churches, clergy and parishioners of Norfolk. Betjeman opens our eyes to the often overlooked details in some of our most familiar traditions; from the quirks of great architecture to the allure of bell-ringing and jumble sales. Includes footage from some of Britain and Betjeman's most interesting churches and his journey to modern day Jerusalem where he attends Christmas services at the Monastery of St George
Thank God It's Sunday
Sir John Betjeman narrates two classic films from the BBC archive: Thank God It's Sunday [1972] and Summoned By Bells [1976]. Betjeman visits some of the places that played an important part in his early life; including schools, Cornwall holiday haunts and Oxford College.
