The Great British Story: Regional Histories — Season 1, Episode 2: Glastonbury
History • 30 min • 1 season, 12 episodes
Episode synopsis
Westcountry comedian Tom Craine discovers the rich and colourful history of Glastonbury and uncovers its role in some of the most extraordinary events that Britain has ever seen. From the birth of Christianity in Europe to Henry VIII's dissolution of the abbey and execution of the abbot, Tom journeys through 2000 years of history - from Jesus to Jay-Z - to separate fact from fiction.
About The Great British Story: Regional Histories
How the people of England developed their own local identity over 1,500 years of history.