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The portraits of two high-society grandes dames give up their secrets, an Edwardian clock tower is running out of time, and a Renaissance balustrade needs an intervention.

A look at the teams who care for two luxurious mansions on the edge of London that have long played a pivotal role in society through the lavish parties and country house weekends they hosted: Cliveden House, the former home of Nancy Astor, and Polesden Lacey, the weekend retreat of the heir to the McEwan's brewing empire, Margaret Greville.

Meanwhile, an Edwardian clock tower is running out of time, and a Renaissance balustrade needs an intervention.

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Sat 11 Jan 2025 17:05
大象传媒 Two Northern Ireland HD & Northern Ireland only

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Director Sam Roubicek
Director Olly Rose
Executive Producer Sarah Spencer
Executive Producer Sacha Baveystock
Series Editor Alex Raw
Producer Lauren Pollock
Assistant Producer Gemma Duncan
Assistant Producer Melissa Nti
Line Producer Laura Miller
Production Manager Gabriel Kizilbash
Production Company Blast! Films

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