Documentary about the love affair between the British and their caravans, which transformed the holiday habits of generations of families from the 1950s through to the present day. Show more
Carlo Gebler explores the story of the Siege of Derry - a pivotal event that placed the city at the heart of a Europe-wide struggle and shaped the course of Ireland's history. Show more
1 hour
Irish language documentary examining the life and legacy of Eoin Mac Néill who, as Chief of Staff of the Irish Volunteers, attempted to stop the Easter Rising of 1916. Show more
This two-part documentary series follows the amazing exploits of Belfast girl-band Voodoo as they attempt to turn their dreams of fame and fortune into reality. Show more
This two-part documentary series follows the amazing exploits of Belfast girl-band Voodoo as they attempt to turn their dreams of fame and fortune into reality. Show more
A portrait of Nobel Prize-winning poet Seamus Heaney. Six years after his death, his family recalls the experiences that inspired his finest poems. Show more
30 minutes
Neil Oliver meets some of Ulster's most celebrated poets, including Seamus Heaney and Tom Paulin, to discuss the influence of Robert Burns on poets living and working today. Show more
Road racing journalist and photographer Stephen Davison explores how the love of speed and a passion for engineering have travelled side by side in Northern Ireland. Show more
A major film inspired by the book Lost Lives, which records every death in the Northern Irish Troubles. With readings by leading Irish actors including Liam Neeson and Roma Downey. Show more
Groundbreakers
In Search of Richard Hayward
1 hour
For over fifty years, actor, writer and musician Richard Hayward was at the centre of cultural life in Northern Ireland. Dan Gordon asks why we know so little about him today. Show more
Four designers take on fashion challenges inspired by the remarkable story of the Herdman family in Sion Mills and their contribution to the linen industry in Ulster and beyond. Show more
Series capturing the lives of the men, women and families who populate the world of Irish road racing. Show more
Exploring the stories behind the crimes of the men and women serving time in prison. With exclusive access to Northern Ireland's prisons and in-depth interviews with inmates. Show more
Series about Irish road racing. In this edition, more unique access to road racing as the programme goes onboard with motorcyclists Sam Dunlop, Gareth Keys and Yvonne Montgomery. Show more
Exploring the stories behind the crimes of the men and women serving time in prison. With exclusive access to Northern Ireland's prisons and in-depth interviews with inmates. Show more
Series about Irish road racing. Race organiser Anne Forsythe speaks candidly about the burden of responsibility in this, the most dangerous of motor sports. Show more
Documentary in which Suzi Perry meets three Northern Irish women who compete in the exhilarating yet highly dangerous sport of motorcycle road racing.
Groundbreakers
In the Shadow of the Shipyard
1 hour
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Documentary in which Dan Gordon returns to his native east Belfast to explore the work of four writers with strong connections to this part of the city. Show more
TV producer Tomás returns to his island home to find all trace of his wife and their baby gone. The island's only, and elderly, police officer exposes that all is not as it seems. Show more
Celebrating the needlework and thrift craft skills of the girls and women of the Ards peninsula, the designers take on sustainability fashion challenges using pre-loved garments. Show more