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Michael Portillo samples 19th-century foodie delicacies, explores a landscape shot to fame by rails and royals, and risks life and limb for the gift of the gab. Show more
Series following Martha Kearney through her beekeeping year. In spring, as the colonies become overcrowded the bees become likely to depart in a swarm with the queen. Show more
Victoria Coren Mitchell presents the quiz show about making connections. Three Welsh language learners take on a trio of software engineers. Show more
Detective drama series. DCI Tom Mathias is called out to a quiet seaside bungalow to investigate a suspicious disappearance on his first day at work in Aberystwyth. Show more
Richard Fortey explores the strange and surprising science of fungi, unlocking the story of their evolution, their mysterious life cycle and their value to both the planet and us. Show more
Dr James Logan and Brendan Dunphy carry out a complete insect dissection, using cutting-edge imaging technology to show the beauty and precision of the natural engineering inside. Show more
Victoria Coren Mitchell presents the quiz show about making connections. Three Welsh language learners take on a trio of software engineers. Show more
Series following Martha Kearney through her beekeeping year. In spring, as the colonies become overcrowded the bees become likely to depart in a swarm with the queen. Show more
Clare Balding charts how incomers - a diverse group which includes Dr Johnson and an occupying English army - have changed our view of the Scottish Highlands. Show more
Detective drama series. DCI Tom Mathias is called out to a quiet seaside bungalow to investigate a suspicious disappearance on his first day at work in Aberystwyth. Show more