Synopsis
Monty Don explores the fascinating history and evolution of the British garden, from the seventeenth century through to the modern day.
Episodes
Season 11
The 17th CenturyMonty Don explores the evolution of the British garden. Monty uncovers the stories behind Britain's 17th-century gardens, starting at Levens Hall in Cumbria.59m2
The 18th CenturyMonty bases himself at Rousham House in Oxfordshire, designed by one of the first practitioners of the landscape movement, William Kent. It has survived almost unchanged since its completion in 1741.59m3
The 19th CenturyIn the third installment, Monty focuses on the 19th century. The expanding empire, scientific and technological innovation, and social change are reflected in Britain’s more exotic, colourful and accessible gardens. Monty visits royal retreats, including Osborne House; the very first publicly owned, urban recreational park, Derby Arboretum; as well as Kew Gardens and Edinburgh’s botanic gardens.59m4
The 20th CenturyMonty Don looks at the evolution of the British garden. Monty concludes his journey by looking at the effect two world wars had on attitudes to gardens.59m
The 17th CenturyMonty Don explores the evolution of the British garden. Monty uncovers the stories behind Britain's 17th-century gardens, starting at Levens Hall in Cumbria.59m2The 18th CenturyMonty bases himself at Rousham House in Oxfordshire, designed by one of the first practitioners of the landscape movement, William Kent. It has survived almost unchanged since its completion in 1741.59m3The 19th CenturyIn the third installment, Monty focuses on the 19th century. The expanding empire, scientific and technological innovation, and social change are reflected in Britain’s more exotic, colourful and accessible gardens. Monty visits royal retreats, including Osborne House; the very first publicly owned, urban recreational park, Derby Arboretum; as well as Kew Gardens and Edinburgh’s botanic gardens.59m4The 20th CenturyMonty Don looks at the evolution of the British garden. Monty concludes his journey by looking at the effect two world wars had on attitudes to gardens.59mCast
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