Antiques Roadshow

Fiona Bruce tours Powis Castle, one of Wales' most magnificent historic homes near Welshpool. The visit highlights the castle's extensive collection, featuring memorabilia from the 1966 World Cup, including items from that tournament, and a narrative about the 18th‑century Indian ruler Tipu Sultan.

The broadcast titled is a television programme presented as a single episode. It forms part of a series that showcases notable historic sites, with this installment focusing on Powis Castle, one of Wales’ most impressive country houses. In the episode, presenter Fiona Bruce takes viewers inside the grand residence. While touring the rooms, she points out a collection of memorabilia linked to the 1966 World Cup, highlighting the castle’s unexpected connections to that famous football triumph. The programme also turns its attention to an intriguing historical figure: the 18th‑century Indian ruler Tipu Sultan. Through the castle’s artefacts and stories, the episode outlines his association with the estate, adding an international dimension to the site’s heritage. Overall, the feature blends the visual splendor of Powis Castle with two distinct narratives – the celebration of a landmark sporting event and the legacy of a notable Asian monarch – offering a concise glimpse into the layered history that the Welsh landmark holds.