In Tynemouth, the biggest fish catch of the year is landed with only hours to process it, and refuse collectors get Newcastle’s streets clean before dawn breaks. Show more
The quiz in which contestants try to score as few points as possible by plumbing the depths of their general knowledge to come up with the answers no-one else could think of. Show more
After five weeks of fiercely competitive heats, 16 amateur cooks remain to battle it out in Knockout Week. Show more
Series exploring the greatest weather system on earth. From India to Australia, all life awaits the transforming power of the monsoon rains. Show more
Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.
Paul Martin presents the ultimate test in vintage and collectables. With £1,000 at stake in the Curiosity Shop, who will curate the most valuable collection? Show more
The boys set off for the Henley Royal Regatta and make teatime treats, including a Victoria sandwich and cookies with sour cherries and chocolate chips. Show more
Hazel Irvine relives a Crucible Classic from 1984, the world final between Steve Davis and Jimmy White. Show more
A new team of challengers take on probably the greatest quiz team in Britain.
At Penrhyn Castle in north Wales, antiques expert David Harper looks at some vintage World War II posters, and Claire Rawle is surprised by a valuable watch. Show more
The quiz in which contestants try to score as few points as possible by plumbing the depths of their general knowledge to come up with the answers no-one else could think of. Show more
Richard Osman hosts as comedian Shappi Khorsandi, journalist and newsreader Michael Buerk, actress Amanda Abbington and comedian Elis James test their general knowledge skills. Show more
Poultry farmers Nick and Jacob are joined at Alexandra Palace farmer’s market by organic and heritage fruit and vegetable farmer Patrick. Show more
Iolo Williams explores the magic of the Brecon Beacons over the seasons. In this episode, he braves a blizzard on the high peaks and visits the most crooked church in Britain. Show more
John Humphrys asks the questions in another semi-final. The specialist subjects are the Trans-Siberian Railway, Dusty Springfield, Monty Python films and Grayson Perry. Show more
It is the grand final of the quiz for students. Which team will lift the University Challenge trophy? Jeremy Paxman asks the questions.
Fred Sirieix and Zoe Williams open a restaurant with a difference, where every calorie eaten must be burned off by a secret gym team. Show more
Dark comedy. According to the Holmes & Rahe Stress Scale, moving house is only 32nd on the list. But anything could happen in the last ten minutes. Show more
Highlights from the satirical show that brings you everything that has and hasn’t happened this week.
The day's important national and international news stories with Emily Maitlis.
Weather bulletin.
Historian Michael Scott discovers how the Greeks began to settle on Sicily's east coast 3,000 years ago, building great city-states that soon came to rival even Athens itself. Show more
Three inspirational farming families are celebrated for their ideas and ingenuity, but only one can be crowned ‘Diversification Farmer of the Year’ at The Farmers Weekly Awards held in London. Show more
The Countryfile presenters pick their favourite films from the archive, including Anita Rani surfing in Snowdonia and Matt Baker visiting an alpaca blood bank. Show more
After a lifetime of worrying about her weight, 78-year-old actress Miriam Margolyes embarks on a journey to work out why the nation is getting ever fatter. Show more
Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.
