Nights in the Nave
Ever wonder what it would be like to sleep overnight in a church? Nights in the Nave opens you up to the world of "Champing" - camping overnight in historic churches cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust across England and Wales.
Historian and presenter Victoria Jenner is joined by a new guest for each sleep over - like no other. Prepare to be scared, in awe and inspired...
Would you dare? You can even give champing a go: https://champing.co.uk/
Find out more about the Churches Conservation Trust: https://www.visitchurches.org.uk/
Follow Victoria Jenner on instagram for more historic adventures: @victoriajenner_history
Episodes
7 episodes
E6. A Medieval Pilgrim's Tale
Prepare for an epic and final journey as host Victoria Jenner embarks on her last sleepover adventure with renowned historian, Helen Carr. Together, they venture to the ancient All Saints church, perched atop a hill overlooking the murky River ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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42:39
E4. Part 2: Tintern Abbey by William Wordsworth
These evocative words come from Wordsworth’s poem: ‘Lines Composed a Few Miles above Tintern Abbey, On Revisiting the Banks of the Wye during a Tour. July 13, 1798’. Our wonderful voice actor, Adrian McGlynn, brings Wordsworth's dramatic poem t...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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11:40
E5. Searching for a Shadow Church
The penultimate episode of our gripping first series, where host Victoria Jenner takes you on a journey through history. In this episode, we invite you to explore the forgotten village of Wolfhampcote, and its haunting church that has refused t...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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42:15
E4. An Arthurian Knight to Remember
Join host Victoria Jenner on a mystical journey to St Cuthbert's Church in Holme Lacy, Herefordshire. Immerse yourself in the legends of King Arthur as you enter this enchanting church filled with ancient artifacts and grand monuments to his kn...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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47:49
E3. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Join host Victoria Jenner on an exciting journey to St Mary's in Edlesborough, a magnificent church nestled in the stunning Dunstable Downs countryside. Discover the allure of Victorian art and architecture, as Victoria visits a colourful exhib...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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53:39
E2. Sleep like a Tudor
Join Victoria Jenner on a journey to the past in our latest episode, as she uncovers the secrets of a rare church built during Queen Mary I's reign. With local charm and historical intrigue, we also delve into the fascinating world of sleep car...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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36:24
