Armed with metal detectors and trowels, Johnny Vaughan and his mudlarking guide and buddy 'Mud God' Steve Brooker, are on a muddy archaeological adventure, digging up the banks of the Thames to reveal our astonishing hidden history. They only have 5 hours before the tide comes in to wade, search and dig the banks to fin artefacts from medieval chain mail to WW artillery shells and Tudor trading tokens to cursed Bellarmine pots. In each episode mudlark Steve Brooker shows Johnny the tricks of the trade as they set about recovering the important 'rubbish' and lost items of history from the thick black mud that has enveloped them to reveal unique and original perspective on the way our ancestors lived.
Documentary about Windsor castle and the private life of the Royal Family in residence. Made with the approval of the Queen, the documentary chronicles a year behind the scenes of the world's largest castle. Interviewing the royals themselves, as well as
9/11 After the Towers fell
When the Twin Towers collapsed on September 11, 2001, thousands were feared trapped beneath the tons of steel and rubber. After the Towers fell is the first in-depth look at the aftermath of the Towersï ½ collapse and the heroes who selflessly took on the monumental task of rescue and recovery of their fellow New Yorkers.
After 9/11@ Rebuilding Lives
In less than 100 minutes, two buildings and the many lives contained within them, collapsed. Thousands died, and 10 thousand children lost their parents. Follow the stories of those whose lives were broken and left with the courageous task of attempting to put the pieces back together again.
9/11 New York Fire-fighters
On September 11th, immediately following the attack on the World Trade Centre, the cityï ½s Bravest ran into the Twin Towers while a firestorm raged above them. While leading thousands of civilians to safety, the fire-fighters headed up toward the fires. The towers collapsed, and with them, the hopes and dreams of the families of 343 fire-fighters.
In June 2002, London's West End was taken by storm when Andrew Lloyd Webber presented a new musical phenomenon - AR Rahman's Bombay Dreams. This is an exclusive look behind the scenes of the musical and includes footage and interviews with the team behind
TV adventurer Charlie Boorman sets off on another journey, using any transport available, from Ireland to Australia. Following on from his motorcycle adventures with Ewan MacGregor, Charlie travels across three continents and 24 countries using any mode o
Highlights from the BBC gardening series starring Alan Titchmarsh, Charlie Dimmock and Tommy Walsh. Highlights include Charlie and Tommy's first ever television appearance, Alan receiving a 'Gotcha' from Noel Edmonds, and all the best bits from the variou
Hot on the heels of the Ian Curtis biopic, 'Control' (2007), comes this highly acclaimed documentary about one of the most influential bands to come out of the Manchester punk scene of the late 1970s. It provides a chronological account of the band's form
History ventures outside of our solar system in another epic exploration of the universe and its mysteries. Visit strange and unfamiliar worlds in 'Alien Planets', prepare for the worst in 'Cosmic Collisions' and uncover the secrets of our own galaxy, in 'The Milky Way'. But that's just the beginning... learn exactly what 'Dark Matter' is and how it takes up 95% of the universe; take a front row seat for the ultimate light show with 'Supernovas', and while most people heard of black holes, find out more about white holes - which actually create matter. With 12 fascinating episodes from the epic second season of this groundbreaking series.
This groundbreaking half-hour weekly show on CNBC Europe, hosted by award-winning presenter Simon Hobbs, features insightful one-on-one interviews with influential leaders from the world of business, politics and beyond. How do they define leadership? Wha
All six episodes of the BBC series following intrepid everyman Danny Wallace as he takes up the challenge and begins the unlikely odyssey of setting up and running his own country. Little does he know it is a decision that will take him tens of thousands
All six episodes of the BBC2 travel series following adventurer Charley Boorman as he sets out from his childhood home in Ireland to make his way across the globe. Boorman uses over 100 different forms of transport to reach his final destination of Sydney
Comprehensive documentary profile of the late Pope John Paul II, using archive footage from the NBC News service. Keith Morrison narrates the extraordinary story of the first non-Italian Pope for over 400 years, a young Polish man who survived the Nazi in
This course is perfect if you are looking for a quick and constructive course that will give you all the Spanish you need to talk to the locals and to understand what they say back to you? This 3 CD all audio course builds your knowledge and understanding quickly, based on the situations you are most likely to find yourself in.
6 DVD's with out of this world e[isodes about the natural world. Episodes include, Amazing Earth, The Frozen Kingdom, Spirits of the Rainforest, Understanding Oceans, Living in extremes and Journey to the centre of earth. All unmissable episodes that are a brilliant watch or nature lovers.
Documentary about little-known Canadian metal band Anvil, whose 1982 album 'Metal on Metal' influenced a generation of heavy metal bands including Metallica, Slayer and Anthrax, all of whom went on to sell millions of records. But Anvil's career took a di
All three seasons of Jamie Oliver's BBC series in which he prepares simple, delicious dishes with the minimum of fuss. As well as being packed with fresh and tasty recipes, the series features Jamie at work and at play as he cooks for family and friends i
This is the story of author and naturalist, Gerald Durrell, the founder of Jersey Zoo and the Jersey Wildlife Preservation Trust. Through his books, he has created an awareness and love of nature in millions of people. Gerald Durrell's story is told by himself, HRH The Princess Royal, patron of the trust, and by actor/writer John Cleese.
Music documentary exploring the lure the electric guitar has had on renowned axe-wielders Jimmy Page, The Edge and Jack White. Director Davis Guggenheim traces the three guitarists' boyhood influences and nascent musical styles, before following the stars
Mini-series dramatisation of the life of Karol Wojtyla, the man who became Pope John Paul II. Trapped in Krakow as the Nazis invade, young Karol (Piotr Adamczyk) witnesses the destruction of his homeland and the death of his dreams to study literature and
Documentary about the life of Pope John Paul II: poet, playwright, actor, mystic - and head of the Roman Catholic Church. Shaped by the horrors of World War II and the subsequent brutalities of the Communist era in Poland, John Paul II is seen by millions
The first 7 episodes of the U.S. documentary TV series following the lives and lifestyles of a group of wealthy women in a Southern Californian gated community. Examining the reality behind shows such as Desperate Housewives, five women who live in one of
Britain's national treasure, Stephen Fry, writer, actor, presenter, polymath and comic genius has made numerous fascinating shows and documentaries. His work covers all walks of life and humanity and appeals to a wide range of people.
For the first time a collection of Stephen s finest moments have been compiled into a special box set - Stephen Fry - The Definitive Collection.
This 6 disc set features:
Stephen Fry in America
Stephen Fry Last Chance To See
Stephen Fry Last Chance To See Return of the Rhino (on DVD for the first time)
Stephen Fry & The Gutenberg Press (on DVD for the first time)
Stephen Fry: The Secret Life of the Manic Depressive and Stephen Fry: HIV & Me
Stephen Fry Wagner & Me
Music documentary exploring the lure the electric guitar has had on renowned axe-wielders Jimmy Page, The Edge and Jack White. Director Davis Guggenheim traces the three guitarists' boyhood influences and nascent musical styles, before following the stars
Four briliant railway journey DVD's that include the titles such as China - Eastern Oriental and Vietnam, Austrailia - The Indian pacific route, Peru & Ecuador and Tunisia & Israel. A fantastic watch which will have you wanting to know more about each brilliant country and their history.