The first episode takes a look at celebrations, including jubilees, coronations, christenings and Trooping the Colour. Many royal occasions come with centuries of convention, tradition and precedents, and attract a global audience with an appetite for the pomp and pageantry.

A look at the royal family's travels around the world, whether for official duties or holidays. The programme goes behind the scenes with the staff of the Royal Yacht Britannia and reveals some of the royals' favourite holiday destinations from Scotland to Mustique. Plus, memories of Prince Philip's penchant for barbecues.