BBC Four HD How experts are learning more about those who wrote the texts of the ancient Egyptians. 2026-04-14 Literature, music and art find creative renewal in the aftermath of the Black Death. Contains scenes which some viewers may find upsetting. 2026-04-14 Programmes start at 7.00pm. 2026-04-14 2026-04-14 2026-04-14 2026-04-14 Programmes start at 7.00pm. 2026-04-14 Fred Dibnah takes a look at mining, touring from Cornwall to Scotland to explore how tin, slate, lead and coal were all extracted from the ground. 2026-04-14 The real side of boat life with Robbie Cumming. Robbie runs aground on the Rochdale Canal - will he make it to Manchester. 2026-04-14 Sitcom. Hyacinth arranges one of her candlelight suppers, planning to impress Emmet with her singing. However, events soon take a turn for the worse. 2026-04-14 When Timothy's parents go on a second honeymoon, he plans to hold a party - with the intention of seducing Veronica Straddles. 2026-04-14 Simon Schama examines the long, tangled relationship between Queen Elizabeth I and her cousin Mary, Queen of Scots, who was executed by royal command in 1587. 2026-04-14 Film exploring the culture wars and freedom of speech conversations on US campuses. Contains very strong language. 2026-04-14 The team explore Nasa's Artemis II mission, the first crewed journey towards the moon since 1972. They also look into robotic landers and new scientific clues from lunar samples. 2026-04-14 David Malone's documentary delves into the secrets of ocean waves, revealing that waves are not made of water, that some waves travel sideways and more. 2026-04-14 Fred Dibnah takes a look at mining, touring from Cornwall to Scotland to explore how tin, slate, lead and coal were all extracted from the ground. 2026-04-15 The real side of boat life with Robbie Cumming. Robbie runs aground on the Rochdale Canal - will he make it to Manchester. 2026-04-15 Joseph Cooper invites viewers to match their musical wits against guests Annette Page, Richard Baker and Robin Ray. With guest musician Murray Perahia. 2026-04-15 David Malone's documentary delves into the secrets of ocean waves, revealing that waves are not made of water, that some waves travel sideways and more. 2026-04-15 Programmes start at 7.00pm. 2026-04-15 2026-04-15 2026-04-15 2026-04-15 Programmes start at 7.00pm. 2026-04-15 Fred Dibnah visits the North East, which is rich in railway history, and gets to ride on the footplate and stoke the boiler of a Black Five at Llangollen Railway. 2026-04-15 Life on board a narrowboat with Robbie Cumming. There are engine issues and a leaky boat to fix before Robbie reaches Liverpool Docks. 2026-04-15 After years in the shadows, UFOs are being studied seriously. Follow scientists as they try to unravel the mystery of the strangest objects in our skies. 2026-04-15 Celebrities talk about which of Cezanne's works they find most inspiring. 2026-04-15 As construction continues, specialists work to uncover unexploded World War II bombs. 2026-04-15 Warren decides to stop living a lie, Milly and O'Donnell become closer. Contains some strong language and some scenes of a sexual nature. 2026-04-15 O'Donnell could prove to be Milly's knight in shining armour. Contains some strong language. 2026-04-15 Gabriel Weston investigates the forensic advances that have elevated the murder weapon from its role of mere evidence to that of key witness. 2026-04-15 Life on board a narrowboat with Robbie Cumming. There are engine issues and a leaky boat to fix before Robbie reaches Liverpool Docks. 2026-04-15 Fred Dibnah visits the North East, which is rich in railway history, and gets to ride on the footplate and stoke the boiler of a Black Five at Llangollen Railway. 2026-04-15