A History of Celtic Britain

20111 series
Available on
BBC Two

Historian Neil Oliver traces the history and development of Britain from 1000 B.C. to A.D. 400. The programme documents how thriving Britain became part of the Roman empire during the Iron Age and how Celtic communities survived around the fringes of the island. It also examines how a new Romano-British culture emerged from the struggle for Britannia.

Age of Iron: Episode Image
Episode 1Age of Iron

Neil Oliver discovers how the golden age of bronze was replaced by a new era of iron.

Age of Warriors: Episode Image
Episode 2Age of Warriors

Neil examines a warrior from 300 BC, owner of the finest Iron Age sword ever discovered.

Age of Invasion: Episode Image
Episode 3Age of Invasion

Neil Oliver reaches the moment when Celtic Britain was ripped apart by the Roman army.

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A History of Celtic Britain