Crisis at the Castle — Season 1, Episode 2: Burton Court
Documentary • 59 min • 1 season, 3 episodes
Episode synopsis
Burton Court in Herefordshire has been owned by Commander Robert Simpson and his wife Helen since the 1960s. In order to maintain it, Robert started a soft-fruit farm and Helen a costume and curio museum, but recently they haven't been making enough money to keep the house going. Their son Edward decides that the only option is to turn Burton Court into an upmarket wedding and function venue. With most of the family savings sunk into the project, can Edward make it succeed?
About Crisis at the Castle
Three British aristocratic families struggle to hang on to their historic homes. Their lifestyle is assumed to be idyllic, but constant battle with roof-leaks, falling visitor numbers, and mounting debts all put pressure on their personal relationships and peace of mind.