Secrets of the Royal Traditions

  • Premiered: Apr 2025
  • Episodes: 9
  • Followers: 2
  • Running
  • 5
  • Saturday at 20
  • Documentary History

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Season 2
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Episode 1
Episode overview
Air date
Jan 24, 2026
The deep-rooted bond between the monarch and their military forces. Plus, the now forgotten tradition of employing wet-nurses to bring up the next generation of royals.
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Episode 2
Episode overview
Air date
Jan 31, 2026
We look at the shocking events that led to the most famous tradition of the State Opening. Plus, a visit to Kew Palace reveals the horrific 'cures' inflicted on George III as he dealt with his secret 'madness'.
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Episode 3
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 07, 2026
We explore the surprising origins of the New Year's and Birthday Honours, how royals contribute - and recover - from scandals, and the defunct role of the royal jester.

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