Time Team Special: Dover Castle | Classic Special (Full Episode) - 2009

FULL EPISODE | CLASSIC TIME TEAM SPECIAL

Between 2007 and 2009, English Heritage restored Dover Castle, a fort built by Henry II and the most expensive secular building in Europe at the time, to its original 1180s condition. As a key fortress connecting Angevin France and England, it was one of many constructed at the time, but served as a centre-point of the empire and a showcase of his power. £2.45 million was spent on recreating the appearance of the main keep's interior. Around 250 people including academics and artisans were involved in researching and recreating period accurate items ranging from armour and weapons to furniture, clothing, utensils, and tapestries.

Original broadcast date: 19th December 2009.