The inside story of the beloved castle where the Royal Family escape.
Network
5
Status
Ended
Type
Documentary
First Aired
2017-08-29
Last Aired
2017-09-12
Dominic Mafham
Self - Narrator
Grant Harrold
Self
Mike O'Dyllan
Royal Butler, Photographer
Magdalena Korpas
Princess Diana
Grant van Rensburg
King Edward VIII
1. 1936 - 1955
45m
Balmoral has been the ideal retreat for Queen Elizabeth throughout her life. Some of the notable features of this private estate include the Balmoral Cairns, particularly the largest one. This was a granite pyramid erected by Queen Victoria as a memorial to her beloved Albert.
2. 1955-1992
2017-09-05
As a young Queen, one of Elizabeth's biggest challenges was combining monarchy and motherhood. Also, every year the Prime Minister is invited to Balmoral and some have fitted in better than others. Meanwhile, Lady Diana Spencer found Balmoral an unhappy holiday home.
3. 1992-2017
In the aftermath of the infamous annus horribilis, Queen Elizabeth had retreated to Balmoral. The Royal family had endured one of their worst years, and with a republican feeling growing in the country, many felt they must adapt.
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