BBC Four HD
People's Palaces: The Golden Age of Civic Architecture
Jonathan Foyle explores northern Georgian and Victorian neo-classical civic buildings.
2026-11-16
Britain's Most Fragile Treasure
Dr Janina Ramirez unlocks the secrets of a centuries-old masterpiece in glass, the Great East Window at York Minster, the largest expanse of medieval stained glass in the UK.
2026-11-16
The Medici: Makers of Modern Art
Andrew Graham-Dixon reveals how the Medici family transformed Florence through sculpture, painting and architecture, and became the financial engine behind the Italian Renaissance.
2026-11-16
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
2026-11-16
..programmes start at 7.00pm
2026-11-16
..programmes start at 7.00pm
2026-11-16
..programmes start at 7.00pm
2026-11-16
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
2026-11-16
Alaska: Earth's Frozen Kingdom
Three-part series examining the harsh elements of the Alaskan wilderness. Here, a look at the tough and resourceful characters that face up to the challenges of winter.
2026-11-16
The Story of Scottish Art
Lachlan Goudie traces the development of Scottish art. This episode explores how Scotland's artists challenged the traditions they had inherited and revolutionised Scottish art.
2026-11-16
Mastermind: 1977
Specialist subjects include British politics and the operas of Gilbert and Sullivan.
2026-11-16
Call My Bluff
Robert Robinson hosts as Frank Muir, Gemma Craven and Leslie Thomas take on Patrick Marshall, Kate O'Mara and Brian Blessed in the panel game of word definitions and deceptions.
2026-11-16
Rufus Wainwright: This Cultural Life
Singer-songwriter and composer Rufus Wainwright talks to John Wilson about his creative influences.
2026-11-16
Three's Company
Mary Marquis in conversation with poets Douglas Dunn and Craig Raine.
2026-11-16
Metalworks! The Blacksmith's Tale
A look at how blacksmiths created items that both served and embellished society, from the earliest hinges to baroque gates and mass-produced street furniture.
2026-11-16