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Final Episode Released: The Restoration of Commissioner’s House Documentary Series

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Final Episode Released: The Restoration of Commissioner’s House Documentary Series

Welcome to our exclusive series documenting the restoration of Commissioner’s House – Britain’s oldest intact naval building.

Join project lead Nigel Howard as he takes us behind the scenes, uncovering the craftsmanship, challenges, and vision behind this historic transformation.

Part One

Part Two

Part THREE

Part FOUR

Part FIVE

Part SIX

Part SEVEN

Part EIGHT

FINAL EPISODE: Part NINE

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