At Her Majesty's Service with Penelope Keith

In celebration of the Queen's 90th birthday, Penelope Keith explores England's royal heritage. Starting at Windsor Castle, she uncovers hidden royal secrets, like Queen Victoria's clandestine walkway to St. George's Chapel. She meets people with royal titles, such as the Royal Herb Strewer and the Queen's Royal Bargemaster, while reflecting on her own role as High Sheriff of Surrey.

In this episode, Penelope Keith visits the Queen's Scottish residence, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, exploring Mary Queen of Scots' history. She boards the Royal Yacht Britannia and meets the former captain. Penelope also visits Inveraray Castle, home of the Duke of Argyll, and learns about Scotland's unique royal titles, including the Royal Falconer and the Washer of the Sovereign's Hands.

In this episode, Penelope Keith visits Northern Ireland's Hillsborough Castle, the Queen's official residence. She meets staff maintaining the royal standards, explores a long-lost royal scrapbook, and witnesses a 21 Royal Gun Salute. Venturing beyond, Penelope uncovers a hidden treasure from the Queen's 1953 Coronation Tour and reflects on the Queen's role in uniting communities in Enniskillen.

In Wales, Penelope Keith concludes her royal tour, exploring regal connections from investitures to royal corgis. She visits Caernarfon Castle, where Prince Charles was invested, and the Royal Mint, previewing the Queen's 90th birthday coin. Penelope also meets corgi breeders, discovers Welsh gold, and reflects on the Queen's support for Aberfan, 50 years after the tragic mining disaster.