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Portillo's Hidden History of Britain

Season 1 Episode 2: Orford Ness: Defence of the Realm

Michael explores a fascinating complex of bunkers, towers, and military equipment on the Suffolk coast, once a hub for an Anglo-American radar system.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Royal London Hospital: Healthcare for All

1. Royal London Hospital: Healthcare for All

Aired: Apr 20, 2018

Michael explores the historic Royal London Hospital, a pioneering medical ins...

Episode 2 Orford Ness: Defence of the Realm

2. Orford Ness: Defence of the Realm

Aired: Apr 27, 2018

Michael explores a fascinating complex of bunkers, towers, and military equip...

Episode 3 Shepton Mallet

3. Shepton Mallet

Aired: May 4, 2018

Michael delves into the rich history of Shepton Mallet prison, where executio...

Episode 4 Imber Village: The Wages of War

4. Imber Village: The Wages of War

Aired: May 11, 2018

The village of Imber on Salisbury Plain was transformed into a Second World W...

Appearances

Michael Portillo

Info about Portillo's Hidden History of Britain

Seasons: 2

Current Status: Ended

Network: Channel 5

Genres:Documentary, History