After spending 70 years uncovering the globe’s most remote corners for unique animals and plants, Sir David Attenborough is now focusing on the gardens right here in Britain. You might be surprised to learn that our own backyards are teeming with thousands of different species!
In a captivating five-episode series, Sir David takes us on a journey through five uniquely different gardens throughout the UK. He unveils the lives of fascinating, sometimes bold, and always elusive animal characters that thrive in this hidden world right outside our homes. Life for these creatures isn’t all about comfort; even in these stunning and seemingly serene environments, the harsh realities of nature remain.
From the pine martens in the stunning Western Highlands to adorable dormice in South Wales, and from graceful swallows in the Lake District to playful otters in Oxfordshire, not to mention vibrant blue tits in Bristol, this series uncovers a fascinating variety of wildlife. It highlights how each of these species adapts and coexists with us in their unique ways.
By connecting with the gardeners who’ve transformed their spaces into wild havens, we learn how we, as a nation of nature enthusiasts, can make a difference for endangered species. With 80% of people in the UK having access to a garden, these personal spaces span more land than all our national nature reserves combined. This means that the choices we make in our own backyards can significantly impact not just the wildlife that inhabits them, but entire species.
Your perspective on your garden will never be the same!
Episode 1 – Oxfordshire
Episode 2 – Bristol
Episode 3 – Lake District
Episode 4 – Wye Valley
Episode 5 – Western Highlands
Watch Secret Garden on BBC iPlayer from Sunday 5 April and add to your Watchlist