It's Darcy Muncer's job to keep the island's hundreds of thatched properties looking top notch. Cameras follow him over a month as he restores an ancient, thatched roof, using skills and traditions that have remained unchanged for centuries. Meanwhile, in East Cowes, B&B owners Karl and David are preparing for the arrival of tourists Meryl and Dave from Wales.

As we delve into our characters' lives and their personal and family histories, we get to understand the heritage of the island and what makes it unlike anywhere else in the world.