Britain's Most Historic Towns

S02E05 Plantagenet Canterbury

Title: Plantagenet Canterbury Plot: Alice Roberts travels to Canterbury to delve into the Plantagenet period, during which this influential dynasty ruled from 1154 to 1485. She uncovers the hidden stories of the cathedral, examines the enduring effects of the Black Death, and participates in a contemporary pilgrimage dressed in medieval attire. Aerial archaeologist Ben Robinson offers a unique perspective from above, revealing how the era's religious establishments continue to shape the city's landscape.