Introduction
Documentary going behind the scenes at the Tower of London and exploring its 900 years of history.
Outline
It’s July 2023 and after 14 years’ of loyal service, including four as Chief Yeoman Warder, Pete McGowran has announced his retirement. As he prepares to hand over the Tower keys to his deputy and successor, Yeoman Gaoler Rob Fuller, Pete reflects on some of his most treasured memories from his time at the fortress, including when he gave Queen Elizabeth a private tour of the Chapel.
In the King’s House, new Tower Constable General Sir Gordon Messenger has settled in. His new home is packed with history – it was here that Guy Fawkes was interrogated, and it is home to the Tower’s oldest prison cell. The Constable is preparing to lead his first Whitsun Parade and Chief Yeoman Warder Pete McGowran his last.
Over on the Tower’s defensive wall, a damaged turret on top of the Cradle Tower is in urgent need of repair. But the Tower is an ancient monument and every care must be taken to ensure that renovations are done sympathetically.
Ravenmaster Chris Skaife is expecting a very special arrival – a new raven chick. The new chick has been raised in the countryside and Chris must make sure he gets used to the hustle and bustle of Tower life.
Historic Royal Palaces Chief Curator Tracy Borman is on the trail of Henry VIII’s troublesome niece, Margaret Douglas. Always a headache to Henry because of her connection to the throne, Margaret’s ill-fated choices would land her in a Tower cell more than once, as she tried desperately to survive the ruthless Tudor royal court.
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Production & Filming Details
- Release Date: 30 November 2023.
- Rating: U.
- Running Time: 58 minutes.
- Country: US.
- Language: English.
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