The Dambusters: Dropped from extremely low altitudes over water the Dambuster Bombs would bounce across the surface like a skipping stone before striking their targets. This programme relives the daring mission flown by the men of the 617 squadron who set off the night of May 16 1943. See how this historic mission unfolded in this remarkable documentary. Bernard Montgomery: This is a profile of one of Britain's greatest war hero's. ' Monty' successfully commanded Allied forces at the legend Battle of El Alamein & troops under his command were largely responsible for the expulsion of the Axis forces from North Africa. He was later a prominent leader in Italy & North-West Europe where he was in command of all Allied ground forces during Operation Overload. The Battle Of Britain: The battle fought over Britain between the 10th July & 31st October 1940 was the most important RAF battle of the entire war. Fighter Command took on the Luftwaffe units arrayed against them & won Using Pathe archive material as well as rarely seen colour footage of London's Blitz this programme tells the blow-by-blow story of the death or glory battle fought in the skies over Britain. ...

Take a fascinating helicopter flight across Britain to see 6 000 years of history heritage & architecture. This entirely aerial perspective times through the arrival of the Romans the Norman Conquest & the medieval age right up to the present day. ...

From the days of the Empire to the height of Beatlemania this nostalgic collection brings together the best of British history from the past hundred years. Whether it’s a tour of Britain’s Music Hall heritage with Lionel Blair or a tripround the rich history of London’s East End with award-winning actor & East End native Stephen Berkoff this essential collection brings the country’s proud history to life in fine detail. With a mix of archive footage newsreels & personal recollection experience landmark moments in British life including Roger Bannister’s four-minute mile the Coronation of the Queen & the horror of the Blitz. ...

The Routemaster is without doubt Britains most instantly recognisable bus an icon of transport design & a London landmark in itself. In this DVD we enjoy its 50th anniversary celebrations at the North Weald Rally in 2004 looking at variations in design & liveries. ...

To celebrate 50 years since the introduction of the motorway Richard Wilson undertakes six of Britain’s best drives as outlined in the guide books from 1959. Each drive will be in a classic car from the era. Featuring drives through Chepstow to Monmouth via Tintern Abbey; The Duddon Valley; The Pass of Llanberis; Dukes Pass The Trossachs; Dalby Forest & Dartmoor National Park ...

Discover the true stories behind 11 of the most shocking crimes to have been carried out in Britain in over a century. From gruesome murderers & serial killers such as ' The Acid Bath Murderer' John Haigh & ' The Black Panther' Donald Neilson to anti-heroes such as the Great Train Robber Ronnie Biggs & London's notorious Kray twins each has gripped the public imagination like nothing else. Some cases such as those of Derek Bentley & Ruth Ellis have passed into legal history while others such as the case of Jack the Ripper have never been solved. Featuring revealing interviews with witnesses forensic experts & some of the police officers involved in catching these crooks this fascinating collection takes you deep into the heart of Britain's criminal underbelly. ...

Relive the Lions' greatest matches in New Zealand South Africa & Australia. Relive the classic encounters that have seen the cream of the British Isles head to the Southern Hemisphere to take on the might of New Zealand Australia & South Africa. There is something incredibly special about a British & Irish Lions tour that evokes passion & pride in equal measure resulting in some of the greatest sporting moments in history being produced within these clashes. Here we remember a stunning collection of the most memorable matches in British & Irish Lions long history. Episodes Comprise: New Zealand 3
- 9 Lions 1st Test Carisbrook Dunedin
- 26 June 1971 New Zealand 22
- 12 Lions 2nd Test Lancaster Park Christchurch
- 10 July 1971 New Zealand 3
- 13 Lions 3rd Test Athletic Park Wellington
- 31 July 1971 New Zealand 14
- 14 Lions 4th Test Eden Park Auckland
- 14 August 1971 South Africa 16
- 25 Lions 1st Test Newlands Cape Town
- 21 June 1997 South Africa 15
- 18 Lions 2nd Test Kings Park Durban
- 28 June 1997 South Africa 28
- 25 Lions 2nd Test Loftus Versfeld South Africa
- 27 June 2009 Australia 13
- 29 Lions 1st Test The Gabba Brisbane
- 30 June 2001 Australia 35
- 14 Lions 2nd Test Docklands Stadium Melbourne
- 7 July 2001 Australia 29
- 23 Lions 3rd Test Stadium Australia Sydney
- 14 July 2001 Special

Features: A stunning collection of the greatest tests between the Lions & Southern Hemisphere opponents





















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Chris Welsby now exhibits in museums & galleries across the world. This DVD

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This DVD surveys Parker's 25 years of filmmaking. Included are one of her earliest animations I Cat an early live-action work I Dish the trilogy K. The Pool & Cold Jazz her dance film with Lynn Seymour & Donald Mac Leary The Reunion & the music films Blues in B-flat & Stationary Music. The DVD also contains the Frame
- Jayne Parker (2005) a specially-shot interview with the artist. An illustrated 20-page booklet inside contains a full annotated filmography & brief bibliography.
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For many birdwatchers the transition from interested bystander into a more experienced twitcher is a very gradual one usually heralded by a desire to get out & about in the beautiful British countryside in search of birds in their natural habitat. If this is the stage youve reached then without a doubt this programme is for you. Packed with information to help you get the best from bird watching expeditions you can embark on a delightful journey of discovery by enjoying a selection of the best-loved British countryside birds. From jays & wrens to thrushes & buzzards find out the best places to look for specific species & of course the close-up footage will also help you improve your identification skills. For anyone with an interest in birds this is an hour of beautiful pictures of these lovely & fascinating creatures & even if you never venture further than your own armchair you will get a rare insight into the secret world of birds including the nesting habits of the cuckoo & an enchanting view of British owls. So sit back relax & prepare for a virtual bird watching experience in the countryside of Britain. ...