2026-11-04 02:58 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 03:00 Secrets of Skin Professor Ben Garrod explores how skin has evolved remarkable ways to enable animals to communicate with each other, from vibrant displays of colour to skin pouches to amplify sound. 03:30 Weatherman Walking Derek Brockway walks in Dylan Thomas's footsteps around Swansea before heading to the Llansteffan Peninsula and the Three Rivers estuary. 04:00 To the Manor Born British Rail decides to close down the local station, and Audrey goes into battle. 04:30 Keeping Up Appearances Sitcom. Richard is worried that Hyacinth's attendance at an exclusive auction is going to cost him a lot of money. However, he ends up with a very different problem. 05:00 The Normans Professor Robert Bartlett explores the impact of the Normans on southern Europe and the Middle East, as they spread south in the 11th century. 06:00 Allies in Exile - Storyville Documentary following two Syrian film-makers as they navigate the UK asylum system. Contains some strong language and upsetting scenes. 06:40 An Unknown Substance - Storyville Film following Evgenia Kara-Murza as she campaigns for her imprisoned husband, Vladimir. Contains scenes which some viewers may find upsetting. 07:20 Secrets of Size: Atoms to Supergalaxies In this mind-bending film, Jim Al-Khalili explores the universe at its smallest, from tiny insects to living cells and viruses, before finally arriving at the atom. 08:20 Secrets of Skin Professor Ben Garrod explores how skin has evolved remarkable ways to enable animals to communicate with each other, from vibrant displays of colour to skin pouches to amplify sound. 08:50 Weatherman Walking Derek Brockway walks in Dylan Thomas's footsteps around Swansea before heading to the Llansteffan Peninsula and the Three Rivers estuary. 09:20 The Normans Professor Robert Bartlett explores the impact of the Normans on southern Europe and the Middle East, as they spread south in the 11th century. 10:20 Secrets of Size: Atoms to Supergalaxies In this mind-bending film, Jim Al-Khalili explores the universe at its smallest, from tiny insects to living cells and viruses, before finally arriving at the atom. 11:20 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 13:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 19:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm
2026-11-05 01:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 02:58 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 03:00 Secrets of Skin What is the most toxic animal on earth? Why is a rhino armour plated? Professor Ben Garrod discovers the complex ways in which skin helps defend animals against threats of all kinds. 03:30 Weatherman Walking Derek Brockway learns how New Quay on Cardigan Bay inspired some of Thomas's greatest work, before touring Laugharne with Dylan Thomas's granddaughter. 04:00 What Are UFOs? 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. 04:50 Building Sights Architect Sir Norman Foster looks at the jumbo jet, a unique 'building' that flies. First broadcast in 1991. 05:00 Television's Opening Night: How the Box Was Born An attempt to restage the first official broadcast on British television 80 years later. 06:30 The Fools on the Hill Dramatisation of the events of 1936, as the BBC prepares for the world's first high-definition TV service. However, behind the scenes at Alexandra Palace complications arise. 07:45 Television Comes to London A short film from 1936 that gives viewers an insight into how television came to Alexandra Palace. 08:05 JLB: The Man Who Saw the Future Profile of John Logie Baird, the man who invented television, presented by his son Malcolm. Contains scenes of flashing images. 09:20 The Birth of Television Leslie Mitchell traces the origins of television, from the beginning of the 20th century to the first outside broadcast - the coronation of George VI in 1937. Contains scenes of flashing images. 10:50 Secrets of Skin What is the most toxic animal on earth? Why is a rhino armour plated? Professor Ben Garrod discovers the complex ways in which skin helps defend animals against threats of all kinds. 11:20 Weatherman Walking Derek Brockway learns how New Quay on Cardigan Bay inspired some of Thomas's greatest work, before touring Laugharne with Dylan Thomas's granddaughter. 11:50 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 13:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 19:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm
2026-11-06 01:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 02:58 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 03:00 Secrets of Skin Professor Ben Garrod explores how some snakes can see using heat, how crocodiles feel through their jaws, and how some animals use electricity to navigate their world. 03:30 Cornwall's Red River Poet John Wedgwood Clarke explores the Red River in Cornwall. Despite being heavily polluted by centuries of tin mining, it is also home to some rare, beautiful and resilient wildlife. 04:00 Battle of Britain As Britain lives in fear of invasion, squadrons of fighter pilots fend off attacks by air. 06:10 Carrie A repressed and bullied teenager discovers that she has special powers. Horror. Contains some strong language, some violence and some upsetting scenes. 07:45 Mark Lawson Talks to Stephen King Master of horror writing Stephen King talks to Mark Lawson about his book Lisey's Story and discusses the inspiration for his novels and how he battled with his own demons. 08:45 Secrets of Skin Professor Ben Garrod explores how some snakes can see using heat, how crocodiles feel through their jaws, and how some animals use electricity to navigate their world. 09:15 Cornwall's Red River Poet John Wedgwood Clarke explores the Red River in Cornwall. Despite being heavily polluted by centuries of tin mining, it is also home to some rare, beautiful and resilient wildlife. 09:45 What Are UFOs? 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. 10:35 Mark Lawson Talks to Stephen King Master of horror writing Stephen King talks to Mark Lawson about his book Lisey's Story and discusses the inspiration for his novels and how he battled with his own demons. 11:35 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 13:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 19:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm
2026-11-07 01:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 02:58 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 03:00 TOTP: 2000 Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 21 July 2000 and featuring The Corrs, Steps, Aaliyah, Darude, *NSYNC, Moloko and Ronan Keating. 03:30 TOTP: 2000 Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Ronan Keating, Savage Garden, Placebo, Shanks & Bigfoot, Destiny's Child, Louise, Robbie Williams and Five & Queen. 04:00 TOTP: 1983 David Jensen and John Peel present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 10 November 1983. Features Musical Youth, Adam Ant, Eurythmics, Limahl, The Cure and Billy Joel. 04:35 TOTP: 1984 Simon Bates and Richard Skinner present the pop chart programme. Featured artists include Limahl, Alison Moyet, Billy Ocean, Gary Numan, Eugene Wilde and Chaka Khan. 05:15 TOTP: 1976 Noel Edmonds presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 26 August 1976 and featuring Manfred Mann's Earth Band, Robin Sarstedt, Acker Bilk and Elton John & Kiki Dee. 05:55 Lena Martell: In Concert In a concert from 1979, Lena Martell performs in the big top at Callendar Park, Falkirk. She is accompanied by The Tony Mansell Singers and Brian Fahey and the Scottish Radio Orchestra. 06:45 Leonard Cohen: Songs from a Life Portrait of Canadian singer, songwriter, poet and novelist Leonard Cohen, recorded in 1988. Featuring interviews, archive film and live performances from his world tour. 07:55 Singer-Songwriters at the BBC Compilation of performances from 1970s singer-songwriters, including Don McLean, Tim Buckley, John Martyn, Sandy Denny, Stealers Wheel and Gerry Rafferty and Joni Mitchell. 08:55 Singer-Songwriters at the BBC Compilation of performances from 1970s singer-songwriters, including Tom Paxton, Harry Nilsson, Gordon Lightfoot, Stealers Wheel, John Denver, Ronnie Lane and Billy Joel. 09:55 TOTP: 1983 David Jensen and John Peel present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 10 November 1983. Features Musical Youth, Adam Ant, Eurythmics, Limahl, The Cure and Billy Joel. 10:30 TOTP: 1984 Simon Bates and Richard Skinner present the pop chart programme. Featured artists include Limahl, Alison Moyet, Billy Ocean, Gary Numan, Eugene Wilde and Chaka Khan. 11:10 TOTP: 1976 Noel Edmonds presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 26 August 1976 and featuring Manfred Mann's Earth Band, Robin Sarstedt, Acker Bilk and Elton John & Kiki Dee. 11:50 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 13:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 19:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm
2026-11-08 01:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 02:58 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 03:00 Jungle Animal Hospital At the jungle animal hospital in Guatemala, the wards are full of exotic patients, many of them orphans rescued from the illegal pet trade. 03:05 The Mountains of Mourne: Ulster in Focus The life and culture of the skilled craftsmen and farmers of the Kingdom of Mourne in Northern Ireland is explored. 03:25 Full Circle with Michael Palin Michael Palin visits Hanoi, takes a sampan on the Perfume River, witnesses psychic surgery, travels to the Cu Chi tunnels but fails to see the Banaue rice terraces. 04:15 Miss Marple: The Body in the Library Miss Marple is convinced that the death of schoolgirl Pamela Reeve holds the key to the mystery of the double murder. 05:10 The Bride Wore Black Francois Truffaut's classic thriller. A woman seeks revenge following the death of her groom on their wedding day. 06:55 Jeanne Moreau - Scene by Scene Mark Cousins talks to French actress Jeanne Moreau in Paris about her career as they look at clips from her films. Contains some strong language. 07:45 Francois Truffaut: Film-Maker - Omnibus French director Francois Truffaut looks back candidly at his life and career. 08:40 The Room in the Tower: A Ghost Story for Christmas Roger has been haunted by a recurring dream. What is lurking in the room in the tower. 09:10 Woman of Stone: A Ghost Story for Christmas Edith Nesbit recounts the chilling tale of newlywed Victorians Jack and Laura and the legend of two marble tomb effigies who are said to rise each year and walk. 09:40 Lot No 249: A Ghost Story for Christmas Can experiments bring the breath of life to the horrifying bag of bones, Lot No 249? Contains horror. 10:10 Miss Marple: The Body in the Library Miss Marple is convinced that the death of schoolgirl Pamela Reeve holds the key to the mystery of the double murder. 11:05 To the Manor Born British Rail decides to close down the local station, and Audrey goes into battle. 11:35 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 13:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 19:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm
2026-11-09 01:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 02:58 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 03:00 The Pembrokeshire Coast: A Wild Year A look at Pembrokeshire's wild and rugged coast, where life is defined by the rhythm of the seasons and the power of the sea. 04:00 Bolsover Castle with Lucy Worsley Lucy Worsley tells the story of Bolsover Castle in Derbyshire. 04:30 War Grave Moving stories of loss and remembrance, told by the loved ones of those killed in action. 05:30 Playing the Dane Stars of theatre, television and film, including Jeremy Brett, Richard Briers, Ian McKellen and Christopher Walken, describe the challenge of playing Shakespeare's Hamlet. 06:20 Steven Berkoff Remembers... Hamlet at Elsinore Steven Berkoff remembers the 1964 BBC production Hamlet at Elsinore. 06:30 Hamlet at Elsinore 1964 production of Shakespeare's famous play. Filmed in Elsinore, Denmark.