Episode 1
Historical reality show. Ruth Goodman, Alex Langlands and Peter Ginn return to their farm in Shropshire. There's harvesting to be done before Christmas, and mince pies to be made.
Historical reality programme. The Victorian farmers - Ruth Goodman, Alex Langlands and Peter Ginn - return to the Acton Scott estate in Shropshire to celebrate a traditional Victorian Christmas.
There's an enormous amount of farm work to be done on the estate in the lead-up to the festive season, including the hay harvest, to make food for the animals over winter. Having been thwarted last time by rain, the team anxiously monitor the weather.
Peter travels to the Royal Agricultural Society's annual show with sheep expert Richard Spencer to choose a new ram for the flock; back at the farm, Ruth makes mincemeat for the Christmas mince pies. She also prepares for the hoped-for hay harvest celebration with some essentials - bread and butter.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Director | Naomi Benson |
| Producer | Naomi Benson |
| Producer | Stuart Elliott |
| Participant | Ruth Goodman |
| Participant | Alex Langlands |
| Participant | Peter Ginn |
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Christmas Through the Ages
Exploring the history and traditions of the festive season.
Victorian Farm
Documentary series following a team who live the life of Victorian farmers for a year
