Shed and Buried

Henry Cole teams up with motorcycle restorer Sam Lovegrove for a visit to the Cotswolds. During the outing they discover several sheds packed with stationary engines and a variety of obscure agricultural implements, offering a glimpse into the region’s mechanical heritage.

Cotswolds is a television programme presented as a single episode. It follows the familiar format of a short‑form documentary, focusing on a specific location and the people who explore it. The episode centres on two hosts – Henry Cole and motorcycle restorer Sam Lovegrove – as they travel to the picturesque region of the Cotswolds. During their visit, Cole and Lovegrove wander into a series of out‑of‑the‑way sheds that house a surprising collection of machinery. Inside, they come across a range of stationary engines, the kind that once powered workshops and small factories, alongside a selection of obscure agricultural implements that are rarely seen today. Their walk through the sheds highlights how these pieces of equipment once contributed to rural industry. The episode gives viewers a chance to see the engines and tools up close, offering a brief look at the engineering that supported historic farming practices. By walking through the cramped spaces and pointing out the details of each machine, the two presenters provide a concise snapshot of a forgotten side of the Cotswolds’ industrial heritage. The focus remains on the discovery itself, keeping the narrative centred on what they find rather than on broader commentary.