1. 1066

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. 4 April 2004

A look at the events leading up to perhaps the single most famous date in British history - the Battle of Hastings, 1066 AD. Nick and his team of actors reveal little-known facts about the Norman invasion, including how secret skullduggery and a few bad decisions changed the course of history. Plus the ultimate twist in the tale - did King Harold actually survive the battle after all?

2. Robin Hood

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. 11 April 2004

Robin Hood is perhaps Britain's most popular historical hero. Nick Knowles goes on the trail of the real Robin Hood - if such a person ever existed...

3. Richard The Third

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. 18 April 2004

Richard III is often thought of as the most villainous of English monarchs, but has history given him a raw deal? Nick Knowles traces the events of his reign to see if Richard was really as bad as he is portrayed in Shakespeare's play.