Highclere: The Real Downton Abbey on SBS – The fictional Crawley family who inhabit Downton Abbey are known and loved all around the world through one of television’s most successful global brands.
But what about their real-life counterparts? With exclusive access to Highclere Castle, this new series follows the highs and lows of the colourful modern-day Lord and Lady Carnarvon and their loyal staff, as they strive to make this year Highclere’s most profitable to date, with a busy calendar of events both home and away.
Season One, Episode One:
After almost three years of closures due to the pandemic, the renowned house and gardens are opening their doors for Easter. With running costs of £10,000 a day this family-owned estate needs a good start to their busy season to recoup losses, and it’s all hands-on deck for the small team.
Highclere: The Real Downton Abbey on SBS and SBS on Demand – New Series Premiere – Saturday, 25 November at 8.30pm (5 Parts)
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