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Simply Meduia Betjeman - The Collection

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A champion of British heritage, Betjeman worked closely with the BBC to produce many critically acclaimed documentaries. Known for unhesitantly voicing his wry and honest opinions, he travelled to places of great architectural and historical importance and eloquently explained their significance to viewers. He helped to open our eyes to the true value of the buildings and places around us.. To celebrate his legacy, extraordinary work and undeniable passion towards British heritage, this collection brings together three of Betjeman’s celebrated BBC documentaries. Each programme displays Betjeman’s infectious enthusiasm for architecture, and showcases his enduring appeal. John Betjeman’s A Passion for Churches John Betjeman travels around the Diocese of Norwich to visit its various churches of great significance, and offers an honest and affectionate look at the buildings, clergy and parishioners in this eye-opening documentary. It exposes the often-overlooked details within some of our common traditions; from the quirks of great architecture to the allure of bell-ringing and jumble sales. This four-part series includes footage from some of Britain’s most stunning and historically fascinating churches, and follows his journey to modern day Jerusalem where he attends Christmas services at the Monastery of St. George. John Betjeman’s A Bird’s Eye View A three-part series commentated by John Betjeman giving a bird’s eye view of various impressive locations important to English history and heritage, filmed entirely from a helicopter. Betjeman’s informative travelogues give us a fascinating and revealing look at how Britain has changed over time, from an entirely new top-down perspective. Betjeman gives his wry and honest opinion on places of great importance, giving us a glimpse into the country’s deep history in the process. From exploring extraordinary British mansions, gardens and castles, to teaching us the origins of the British seaside holiday. Four with Betjeman - Victorian Architects and Architecture In the 1850s, English architects tried to find a style that would go with steam, glass and cast iron; they chose Gothic. In this four-part series John Betjeman, a founding member of The Victorian Society, celebrates the famous architects associated with the Victorian Gothic Revival and some of their famous constructions; including the Houses of Parliament, All Saints Church, St Pancras railway station, the Natural History Museum, the Albert Memorial, Westminster Abbey, and a variety of country houses.