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Watch Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors (2022) Online

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Synopsis

From ancient rituals and traditions to tourism, we go behind the scenes to discover a place at the heart of Britain for almost 1,000 years.

Episodes

Series 1

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1. Episode 1Now viewing2022-09-2244mThe Abbey's status as a 'Royal Peculiar' means that it relies almost entirely on the money it makes from selling tickets to tourists.
2. Episode 22022-09-2944mWith the Abbey hosting memorials of national importance, it is crucial that its ancient structure is in tip-top shape. Clerk of the works Ian Bartlett puts the finishing touches to a serious problem on the roof. His deputy Iain McDonald carries out a survey of the Abbey's iconic Hawksmoor towers, which means abseiling 69 metres above the structure's main exit.
3. Episode 32022-10-0644mIt is Holy Week at Westminster Abbey and preparations have begun for some of the most important few days in their year. Music Director James O'Donnell has to get the choir into perfect tune. Meanwhile, Matthew Payne, Keeper of the Muniments (the abbey's vast collection of documents), turns detective and investigates something mysterious.
4. Episode 42022-10-1344mOutside in the abbey greenhouse, head gardener Jan Pancheri is hard at work putting the finishing touches to her garden tour in celebration of the Platinum Jubilee.
5. Episode 52022-10-20Speaker of the House of Commons Sir Lindsay Hoyle pays a visit to the abbey to meet with his friend and colleague canon Tricia Hillas, chaplain to the speaker.
6. Westminster Abbey at Christmas2022-12-2155mDuring Christmas, minor canon Bob is in charge of the Advent service, choirmaster James is leaving after almost 20 years, and there's a leak in the roof.

Cast

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Simon Callow
Self - Narrator (voice)

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Is Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors available to watch online?

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How many seasons does Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors have?

Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors has 1 season and 6 episodes.

When did Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors first air?

Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors first aired in 2022.

Is Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors still running?

Yes, Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors is an ongoing series.

What genre is Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors?

Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors is classified as Documentary.