An American Aristocrat's Guide to Great Estates
Overview
Britain's breathtaking estates and castles reveal a rich tapestry of aristocratic heritage, but the reality of life within these grand walls is far from idyllic. Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke, takes viewers on an eye-opening journey through some of the country's most iconic homes, including Newby Hall and Holdenby House in England, as well as Inveraray and Floors Castles in Scotland. This series offers an exclusive glimpse into the lives of the families who inhabit these remarkable properties, highlighting their efforts to preserve the stories and traditions that define their legacies.
Episodes
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1
The Wood In Danger
As the animals of Farthing Wood face the destruction of their homes by humans, they gather in Badger's burrow to discuss their future. Toad, who arriv...
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The Journey Begins
Title: The Adventure Commences Plot: As the animals gather beneath the Great Oak, they prepare to embark on their arduous trek to White Deer Park, th...
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Floors Castle
Floors Castle, the largest inhabited fortress in Scotland, spans around 52,000 acres of stunning Scottish landscape. Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinch...
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Through Fire And Water
Title: Through Fire and Water Plot: The Newts are struggling more than the other animals, and upon discovering a vast lake, they choose to settle the...
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3
Holdenby House
Once a grand palace and later a prison for King Charles I in the 17th century, Holdenby House in Northamptonshire now belongs to James and Karen Lowt...
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4
False Haven
Exhausted and seeking refuge, the animals find solace in an abandoned barn. However, Fox, cautious of humans, decides to keep watch for any threats. U...
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4
Boughton House
Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke, feels a mix of excitement and trepidation as she prepares to visit Boughton House, the grand estate owned b...
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5
Doddington Hall
Doddington Hall, an impressive Elizabethan estate established in 1595 by a successful entrepreneur, is now owned by Claire and James Birch. They have...
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5
Snare For The Unwary
Title: Trap for the Naive Plot: When the timid Mr. Pheasant bravely decides to return to the farm to search for Adder, he is horrified to discover th...
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Who Shall Wear The Crown
Title: Who Shall Wear The Crown Plot: Following the river incident, Badger is discovered alive but ensnared in some reeds. Toad, Hare, and Weasel swi...
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Newby Hall
Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke, embarks on an exploration of Newby Hall, often likened to England's own Downton Abbey. As she tours this ...
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7
New Friends, Old Enemies
Fox finds himself adrift on a log and eventually hops onto a boat that carries him to a bustling town. Overwhelmed by the presence of humans, he quick...
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Eastnor Castle
Eastnor Castle, a magnificent private estate in Britain, boasts a lineage that spans over 400 years with one family. While the current owners pay tri...
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8
Friends In Need
Having met the charming Vixen, Fox feels more confident than ever. He asks her to be his mate, but she insists that he must earn her trust first. Stil...
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Whistler's Quarry
Having evaded the Hunt for the time being, the animals stumble upon a vast quarry, where they encounter Whistler, a majestic blue heron. He earned his...
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10
Between Two Evils
Ahead of the animals lies a bustling motorway, and they are all apprehensive about crossing it due to the obvious dangers. While many prefer to seek a...
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A Deathly Calm
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Pandemonium
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So Near And Yet So Far
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A Heroes Welcome
Title: A Hero's Welcome Plot: The Farthing animals arrive at White Deer Park after their arduous journey. They receive a warm greeting from various r...
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Winter
As a brutal winter sets in, the animals of Farthing struggle to find food, having been unable to stock up due to their recent arrival. Whistler and Sp...
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Survival
Title: Endurance Plot: As food dwindles, the animals are increasingly famished, and the carnivores struggle to hunt due to their fear of harming a fr...
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New Enemies
Poachers invade the Park, taking the lives of several Deer. In response, the animals of Farthing Wood band together to provide assistance, establishin...
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A Joke Backfires
Title: A Joke Backfires Plot: As spring arrives, Vixen proudly welcomes her new cubs, and the animals gather to celebrate and brainstorm names for th...
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Home Is Where The Heart Is
Cubs Bold, Charmer, Dreamer, and Friendly are learning about life from their parents, Fox and Vixen. While Fox is away, Scarface lurks nearby, watchin...
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The Feud Begins
The animals mourn the tragic death of Dreamer, Fox and Vixen's cub. While the exact cause remains unclear, Fox suspects Scarface is involved. Impulsiv...
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Like Father, Like Son
Bold has ventured away from White Deer Park, relishing his newfound freedom. His journey leads him to Crow and then to a kind female Badger named Shad...
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Narrow Escapes
Bold is in a tough spot, weak and hungry from his gunshot wound, but Crow steps in to help and goes to get Shadow. She cares for him, staying by his s...
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10
Shadows
Bold arrives in town with Crow, and they stick to their pact of providing food for each other. While searching for sustenance, Bold spots a female fox...
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A Time Of Reckoning
Title: A Time Of Reckoning Plot: As Bold and Whisper settle into their shared den, their bond deepens. With Whisper's support and the companionship o...
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12
Blood Is Thicker Than Water
Enraged by Lady Blue's injuries from her clash with Vixen, Scarface orchestrates an assault on the creatures of Farthing Wood. Luckily, Hare is quick ...
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Reconciliation
The animals of Farthing Wood rejoice after Fox triumphs over Scarface, but their celebration is cut short when Scarface unexpectedly returns and kills...
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Comings And Goings
Many of the animals in White Deer Park have welcomed new generations, including Fox's grandson, Plucky, who challenges Dash to a race. Meanwhile, Weas...
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Out and About
Owl departs from the park in pursuit of a partner, while the Weasel family sets off to embark on a fresh start elsewhere. Plucky and Dash engage in an...
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Water, Water
Title: Water, Water Plot: The animals of White Deer Park face a critical water crisis. When Shadow and Hurkel arrive, they discover that the sole wat...
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The Missing Fox's Friend
As Bully's rat population swells, the number of vanished animals rises alarmingly. When Dash spots Plucky being carted off in a cage to a truck, she r...
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Tiffs And Tempers
Title: Tiffs And Tempers Plot: Weasel and Measley stumble upon a seemingly perfect burrow, only to realize it's already claimed by fierce wildcats. J...
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Adventure For The Birds
The weasel family continues their search for a new home outside White Deer Park, while the other animals of Farthing are still on the lookout for thei...
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The Long-Tailed Visitor
Title: The Long-Tailed Visitor Plot: Awakened by the sounds of battle, the animals gather to witness Trey’s fierce challenge against another stag f...
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Scared Silly By Snakes
The two snakes, Adder and Sinuous, are led to Bully's lair by a rat, sensing a dark fate ahead. Despite their pursuit, Bully slips away, leaving them ...
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A Bigger Oink
The animals in White Deer Park continue to grapple with the rat invasion, desperately seeking the Warden's attention about the issue. In another part ...
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The Mole Game
Toad and Spike come up with a fun game called "The Mole Game," where they try to predict where Mossy the Mole will surface. Ranger unexpectedly wins t...
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The Worst Kind of Hurricane
As Mossy had foreseen, a hurricane strikes the region surrounding White Deer Park. The powerful winds topple the last beech tree, freeing Owl from her...
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Homeward Bound
As the weasels return home, a wave of happiness sweeps over the other animals. Fox shares the issue they’re facing with the rats and asks the weasel...
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13
Bully-Bully-Bully
Title: Bully-Bully-Bully Plot: Owl and Hollow arrive back at White Deer Park just in time to catch Bully rallying his rat followers. Determined to fi...