BBC Two invites viewers on a literary pilgrimage this Friday with the return of “Hidden Treasures of the National Trust.” Season 3 takes a closer look at the homes that inspired some of history’s most celebrated authors, beginning with Beatrix Potter’s beloved Hill Top. The episode takes us behind the scenes of a major conservation project focused on Potter’s collection of over 70 miniature pieces, including, of course, a meticulously crafted doll’s house.
Next stop: Clouds Hill, the rustic woodland cottage of T.E. Lawrence. Here, the focus shifts to a mysterious portrait of a young soldier, discovered on a Cornish beach. Is it Lawrence himself? The debate rages on. Finally, the episode visits Lamb House, once home to Henry James. Sadly, the author’s former writing room is suffering from extensive damp, requiring urgent repairs to the walls. It’s a race against time to preserve this piece of literary history.
From miniature treasures to damp-ridden walls, “Hidden Treasures” is a unique blend of history, literature, and architectural preservation. Tune in to BBC Two on Friday, 16 May at 9:00 PM for a fascinating peek behind the velvet ropes.
