Dan Snow traces the development of Britain's railways, from the beginnings of a true national network in the late 1830s through to the end of the 'railway mania' in 1847. Show more
Documentary series. Workers at British defence contractor QinetiQ reveal a handful of their secretive projects, including robots to defuse roadside bombs. Show more
As veterans gather to relive one of the turning points of the Second World War, historian James Holland reassesses the 77-day Battle for Normandy that followed the invasion. Show more
An edited and updated version of Panorama reporter Tom Mangold's investigation into the trial of Jeremy Thorpe, which has remained unseen for almost 40 years. Show more
Mike de Gruy and Kate Humble lead an international team of scientists and divers as they search for species new to science in the Amazon River. The team explores a 90-metre chasm. Show more
Documentary in which Stuart Maconie reveals how exotic discoveries from the time of empire influenced and reshaped the north west's towns and cities. Show more
Dan Snow traces the development of Britain's railways, from the beginnings of a true national network in the late 1830s through to the end of the 'railway mania' in 1847. Show more
Documentary series. Workers at British defence contractor QinetiQ reveal a handful of their secretive projects, including robots to defuse roadside bombs. Show more
Writer and critic AN Wilson revisits the life and work of poet Philip Larkin. Featuring readings by Larkin himself, including The Whitsun Weddings, Arundel Tomb and Aubade. Show more