Topic: TV

The day the BBC launched the world's first regular TV service in 1936

The launch of the world's first regular television service by the British Broadcasting Corporation on November 2, 1936, marked a turning point in the history of mass communication.

Was Outlander's Black Jack Randall based on a real Jacobite figure?

Fans of Outlander often wonder whether or not Captain Black Jack Randall was based on a real person or not.

Traveling through Outlander's Scotland

This is Outlander country! Forbes Inglis delights Outlander fans with a visit through the spots used in the popular drama.

Foyle's War - the most missed British TV show of the 21st century

Foyle's War beat Downton Abbey as the most missed British TV show of the 21st Century, according to a poll from The Radio Times 

The Crimson Field - putting history into historical fiction

If you have any questions concerning British Army protocol --“the nuts and bolts side of the military"--Taff Gillingham is your man. 

Seven UK locations that were used for Game of Thrones

Are you a Game of Thrones fan? Did you know that there are 7 locations in the UK that have appeared in the hit show?

Stars you thought were from the US... but are actually British

Think you know everything there is to know about your favourite stars? Think again.

John Logie Baird, the pioneer of television, changed the world forever

On Jan 26, 1926, John Logie Baird, the forgotten pioneer of television, first demonstrated his invention, the colour television, changing the world forever. 

Five British period dramas to revisit

You've watched Downton Abbey and lapped up Peaky Blinders? You're gotten hooked on British period dramas!

How realistic is Downton Abbey?

The period mellow drama has fans around the world but today we ask just how realistic is Downton Abbey?

Follow in the footsteps of Sherlock Holmes in London

A look at Sherlock Holmes' London and the life of his creator Arthur Conan Doyle.

Follow the trail of the Darling Buds of May through the British countryside

Travel through the countryside which inspired H.E. Bates' novels and one of the most popular British TV series ever made - The Darling Buds of May.

Director Bharat Nalluri on The Man Who Invented Christmas the movie, and Charles Dickens

Director Bharat Nalluri, the helm behind The Man Who Invented Christmas, talks about the tough times that inspired A Christmas Carol and how Charles Dickens brought joy to the world.

King Charles III stars in "Grand Designs" docu on decade-long renovation of Dumfries House

A new documentary, to air this week, "A Royal Grand Design" follows the United Kingdom's new monarch over a decade-long project to renovate Dumfries House, a Palladian country house in Ayrshire, Scotland.

Keeping it real with Outlander's historical advisor

Dr. Tony Pollard, historical advisor to the smash-hit period drama Outlander on Starz tells British Heritage Travel how his role works and how he keeps this TV show on the heritage straight and narrow.

The real Downton Abbey: we chat to Lady Carnarvon of Highclere Castle

She calls Downton Abbey home and lives the real lady of the manor life, so what is it like to be Lady Carnarvon of Highclere Castle?

Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes new series The English Game lands on Netflix

Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes has teamed up with Netflix to create a new six-part drama based around football, called The English Game.

Have you seen Belgravia, the drama by the creator of Downton Abbey?

Belgravia, based on the 2016 book by Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes, is set in London in the 1840s and tells the story of the Trenchard family. 

Prince William's "Earthshot Prize: Repairing Our Planet" to stream globally

Prince William’s Earthshot Prize is spotlighted in the new five-part series "The Earthshot Prize: Repairing Our Planet" launched globally on Discovery.

Does Queen Elizabeth Watch The Crown?

The show has been praised for its accurate and enthralling portrayal of Royal life. But does Queen Elizabeth watch The Crown?

Q&A with Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes

An interview with our favorite storyteller, Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes published ahead of the launch of Belgravia, and his latest book release.

The Wire's Dominic West to take over as Prince Charles in The Crown

Dominick West, who resides in Limerick, is set to take over the role of Prince Charles in Netflix’s hit series The Crown.

Harry and Meghan Markle's tell-all Oprah Interview - The world reacts

Harry and Meghan's tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey aired on Sunday night and bombshells were dropped.

German actress to play British Queen in new Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth

A new eight-episode period drama, Becoming Elizabeth, starring Alicia von Rittberg, will chronicle Queen Elizabeth I's early years. 

Netflix releases photos of season four of The Crown

Some images have been shared Princess Diana and Margaret Thatcher from the upcoming season of The Crown!

Game of Thrones Real Life UK Inspirations

Did you know that Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin took inspiration for the series from several UK locations? Here's the real life locations that inspired Game of Thrones

Q&A with Victoria TV series Jenna Coleman

The former Doctor Who star talks about becoming Queen Victoria playing the iconic role and massive reaction the TV series Victoria had.

Secrets of the past live on in murky Midsomer

There are a lot of bodies lying around in the pastoral English countryside of the fictional county