Bill finds out that the mother he barely knew was sentenced to a mental institution during the 1950's. He also discovers that his family history is rich in the textile industry.

Johnston learns about two of the more famous men in her family, her great grandfather who went from rags to riches of the industrial revolution. As well as his son (her grandfather) who joined the railways and made money from that.

Clarkson learns the history of his maternal side the Kilners. The Kilners were made famous for their glass products including the kilner jar. The family was your traditional rags to riches and then rags again.

Ian, Learns about his family history from what they did during the Nazi occupation, about his paternal grandfather as well as his family involvement in the battle of Spion Kop.

Stuart's family history traces back to Edinburgh. Her father and grandfather both studied medicine. Her family also had to deal with racism but were able to fight through it and become a thriving family in the UK.

Garrett, discovers her roots and those of her great great grandfather who was a butch, farmer and prominent member of the Throne Council. His history was kept secret from her and her father.

Garrett, discovers her roots and those of her great great grandfather who was a butch, farmer and prominent member of the Throne Council. His history was kept secret from her and her father.

Comedian Vic Reeves goes in search of his ancestor Simeon Leigh who isn't at all what he seems.