Britain's Secret Treasures

Michael Buerk and Bettany Hughes present a new series of the show that unearths some of the UK's hidden treasures. James Purefoy discovers the story behind an ancient sword.

Vic Reeves tries to unlock the mystery of an ancient helmet.

Astrologer Russell Grant delves into the star sign of a famous Roman emperor.

Kate Williams learns about Northern Ireland's most amazing gold find ever, and Kevin Whateley partakes in a Bronze Age music session.

The discovery of a hoard of coins leads Lord Prescott to realise that political spin started much earlier than he thought.

Mariella Frostrup visits Germany on the trail of an English saint, and Ekow Eshun examines a 17th century grooming aid.

Michael Portillo tells the story behind two tiny toy soldiers, and Bettany Hughes hears about Scotland's biggest gold find.

Series that unearths some hidden treasures. Katherine Jenkins discovers the story behind a trove of Iron Age jewellery, and Mary Ann Ochota goes diving off the Isles of Scilly.