BBC Four HD Liz McIvor recounts the story of 'canal mania', the period of activity that helped develop Britain's modern financial economy, now centred in London. 2026-10-01 Timothy and Shane encounter problems with buoys when trying to dock at Liverpool, but Piel Island near Barrow-in-Furness finds them in the company of royalty. 2026-10-01 Chris and Xand van Tulleken look at what keeps the human body alive, including reflexes, damage repair mechanisms and the immune system. 2026-10-01 Programmes start at 7.00pm. 2026-10-01 2026-10-01 2026-10-01 2026-10-01 Programmes start at 7.00pm. 2026-10-01 Documentary. A look at Iceland through the eyes of the animals and people that have made this wild island home. The constant volcanic threat boils over in this explosive year. 2026-10-01 Classic Hitchcock suspense drama in which a couple investigate the mysterious disappearance of an elderly lady on a train. 2026-10-01 A retrospective look at television appearances made over the years by Hollywood director Alfred Hitchcock, capturing the highlights of his life and career. 2026-10-01 War drama following a 19-year-old college drop-out who signs up for service in Vietnam. Contains very strong language, graphic violence and disturbing scenes. 2026-10-01 Celebrating Lee Miller, a model turned photographer turned war reporter. Contains scenes which some viewers may find disturbing. 2026-10-01 Director and actress Rachel Ward joins the farming revolution in Australia and begins a journey of discovery to regenerate the land on her farm, and herself. 2026-10-02 Documentary. A look at Iceland through the eyes of the animals and people that have made this wild island home. The constant volcanic threat boils over in this explosive year. 2026-10-02 Programmes start at 7.00pm. 2026-10-02 2026-10-02 2026-10-02 2026-10-02 Programmes start at 7.00pm. 2026-10-02 Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Bloodhound Gang, Oxide & Neutrino, Made in London, Sisqo, Toploader, Tom Jones & Mousse T and Britney Spears. 2026-10-02 Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Heather Small, The Bluetones, Armand Van Helden, Iron Maiden, Shaft, Tom Jones & Mousse T and Madison Avenue. 2026-10-02 David Jensen presents the pop chart programme, featuring XTC, Blondie, Matumbi, Buggles, Sad Cafe, Squeeze, The Jags, The Police and dance sequences by Legs & Co. 2026-10-02 Gary Davies and Mark Goodier present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 29 September 1988 and featuring Sinitta, U2, Alexander O'Neal, Duran Duran, Bananarama, The Hollies and T'Pau. 2026-10-02 A look back at one of British music's most enduring and significant partnerships, Pet Shop Boys, with highlights from Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe's appearances on the BBC. 2026-10-02 2026-10-02 Preston plays host to Pet Shop Boys - Sunday's headlining act at Radio 2 in the Park. Contains scenes of flashing images. 2026-10-02