Synopsis
Documentary drama series that reconstructs momentous events that shaped the building of Britain's cathedrals. Today, the story of York Minster Cathedral, set on fire in 1829 in protest at the greed of the clergy.
- Programme: Cathedral
- Episode: 5: Fire at York
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2005
- History
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