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Michael Portillo discovers Singapore’s maritime origins and the vision of the 19th-century Englishman who put it on the map. At the iconic Raffles Hotel, Michael treats himself to a Singapore sling. Show more
Fred Dibnah's Age of Steam
Episode 3: Driving the Wheels of Industry
30 minutes on BBC Four HD
Available for years
Steam history series. A look at the industrial expansion of the 18th century, and the use of steam engines in mills, collieries and steelworks. Show more
Chris discovers the cleverest animal travellers and how they find their way, from deer with mental maps, blue whales planning routes, and dung beetles navigating by the stars. Show more
Using 3D graphics, Neil Oliver explores a recently-discovered 5,000-year-old temple in Orkney that has triggered new thoughts about the beliefs of Neolithic people. Show more
When his son confesses he is gay, Owen realises that he too can no longer live a lie. Starring Brian Cox. Show more
David Dimbleby sails the south west coast of England, exploring maritime art, architecture and history - including the story of Sir Francis Drake. Show more
Michael Portillo discovers Singapore’s maritime origins and the vision of the 19th-century Englishman who put it on the map. At the iconic Raffles Hotel, Michael treats himself to a Singapore sling. Show more
Fred Dibnah's Age of Steam
Episode 3: Driving the Wheels of Industry
30 minutes on BBC Four HD
Available for years
Steam history series. A look at the industrial expansion of the 18th century, and the use of steam engines in mills, collieries and steelworks. Show more
Documentary series that explores the importance of water to human civilisation. How H2O causes deserts to bloom, creates rivers in the air and drives the great animal migrations. Show more
From the Staffordshire hills to the Humber estuary, spirited explorer Tom Fort embarks on a 170-mile journey down the River Trent on his own custom-built punt, the Trent Otter. Show more
Programmes start at 7.00pm.