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BBC documentary about the history of Glastonbury


By - Richard - 24th April 2012

Swift Films has recently provided editing services to a one-off BBC documentary about the history of Glastonbury as part of the BBC’s Great British Story series.

Glastonbury TorWestcountry comedian Tom Craine discovers the rich and colourful history of Glastonbury and uncovers its role in some of the most extraordinary events that Britain has ever seen. From the birth of Christianity in Europe to Henry VIII’s dissolution of the abbey and execution of the abbot, Tom journeys through 2000 years of history – from Jesus to Jay-Z – to separate fact from fiction.

About the Author

Richard Nicholls - Managing Director

Before launching Swift Films, Richard worked as a broadcast TV director and editor, working on programmes for the BBC, ITV and Sky.

A multi-skilled and technically-minded filmmaker, Richard is equally at home coming up with creative concepts as he is on location filming or pulling footage together in the edit suite.

Richard is a member of Independent Producers Scotland and has a love of cats, football, chocolate and Film Noir (in that order).