2026-05-16 00:10 Blue Peter Longest running children's programme in the world, featuring current affairs, competitions, celebrity interviews, popular culture and 'do-it-yourself' instructions on creating arts and crafts trinkets from everyday household items. A multitude of presenters have hosted the show, joined in the studio by their pet dogs and cats, which have become firm favourites with family audiences. Young invitees 00:35 Newsround Unique programme that provides children with all the latest news and current events from UK and around the globe, educating and informing them. Young viewers will have a chance to hear all the important stories, see the pictures and videos, and find out what is going on. This children's news programme also deals with various serious topics and sensitive issues that are affecting young people and t 00:40 Natural World Bill Bailey introduces a delightfully eccentric cast of creatures that have chosen to do things differently. Odd, unconventional and unusual – these are animals that don't normally grab the limelight. They include the parrot that has forgotten how to fly, the bear that has turned vegetarian, a chameleon that is barely bigger than an ant, and a penguin that lives in a forest. Nature's Misfits revea 01:25 Gardeners' World The long running gardening show that provides fantastic tips and advice on how to keep your garden flourishing throughout the year. First airing in 1960, Gardeners' World gives viewers an opportunity to learn from expert horticulturists, from the comfort of their own gardens across the country. The presenters give fellow green thumbs of all levels and experiences the inspiration to get outside and 02:25 Film: How to Marry a Millionaire Sie haben keinen Cent auf der Naht, dennoch mieten die New Yorker Models Tschicki (Lauren Bacall), Tütü (Betty Grable, „Die Frau im Hermelin“) und Pola (Marilyn Monroe) ein Luxusappartement. Für die Jagd auf reiche Männer braucht frau ja ein vorzeigbares Hauptquartier. Auf der Suche nach dem Richtigen erlebt das liebenswerte Trio einige blaue Wunder…\n\nEigentlich müsste der Film etwa 6 Minuten lä 04:00 Athletics: Diamond League 06:00 Andi Oliver's Fabulous Feasts Andi Oliver travels to the north east of England, to the fishing town of Bridlington, where she uncovers its best-kept secret – it's the lobster capital of Europe! Andi wants to put on a party that not only gets the word out about Bridlington's extraordinary but little-known claim to fame but also helps to secure the future of its historic fishing industry. The fishing fleet are worried not enough 07:00 Great Bear Stakeout Narrated by actor and comedian Billy Connolly, this two-part documentary series follows a crew of filmmakers and animal experts as they spend a season in the wilderness of Alaska studying grizzly bear's quest for survival. The team follow a first-time mum called Parsnip, and her buoyant young cub Pushki, as they traverse the difficult landscapes, scouring for food and safety. The area is dominated 08:00 Escape to the Country Push factors from the noisy, bustling cities of Britain, combined with the alluring peace of the countryside, has the population dreaming of homes in more scenic surroundings. Escape to the Country sees buyers from different areas on the UK considering their options to settle down in the English countryside. Presenters show off a range of prospective homes, before they must make their final decisi 09:00 Flog It! Members of the public sell their unwanted antiques at auction in an effort to make profit. But will the risk pay off? Host Paul Martin presents this compelling reality TV show, and there are experts on hand to do a valuation of the items beforehand, too. The show travels up and down the country, meaning everyone has the opportunity to take part and win some cash, as long as they have the right ant 10:00 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip Two of Britain's best-loved actors, Peter Gunn and Melanie Hill, venture through Staffordshire and Derbyshire to find antiques they can flip for a profit. Swapping Coronation Street's cobbles for antique shops, they're joined by experts James Braxton and David Harper. Peter and Melanie's 30-year friendship is put to one side as they become rivals. Armed with £400 and a classic car, they have just 11:00 Hidden Treasures of the National Trust 12:00 Film: Darkest Hour (2018) Heute wissen wir alle, dass dies ein Sieg der Demokratie über die Tyrannei war. „Die dunkelste Stunde“ aber schildert den Krieg hinter den Kulissen, beschreibt den Triumph von Winston Churchill (Gary Oldman). Kaum gewählt, befindet sich der britische Premierminister in einer Zwickmühle. \n\nDie Opposition plädiert für einen Friedensvertrag mit Hitler, ein Ansinnen, das die Krone unterstützt. Allei 14:00 Film: Their Finest 1940 fliegt die deutsche Luftwaffe verheerende Angriffe auf London. Um die Moral nicht in den (Luftschutz-)Keller sinken zu lassen, bringt die Politik Propagandafilme ins Kino, die jedoch ihre Wirkung beim Publikum verfehlen. Um dies zu ändern, wird Texterin Catrin Cole (Arterton) verpflichtet, die Englands Tapferkeit um die „weibliche Perspektive“ bereichern soll. Es dauert, bis sie sich Respekt 15:50 LGBTQ+ Hits at the BBC Join us for this celebration of pop's greatest LGBTQ+ stars whose gender and sexuality are central to the story of their individual careers and the amazing songs they've created. Our rainbow alliance of amazing artists includes George Michael, Boy George, Freddie Mercury, Beth Ditto, MNEK, Lil Nas X and Barry Manilow. Some pushed boundaries and challenged gender stereotypes from the very start, ot 16:50 Half Man 17:45 Mint 18:15 Mint 18:45 This is BBC Two 22:40 The A to Z of TV Gardening 23:25 Countryfile Discover more about the British countryside as the presenters visit rural homes and areas to bring stories about nature and wildlife and environmental topics to a wider audience. The programme focuses on seasonal subjects with an overarching theme of conservation, species protection, the preservation of the rural way of life and challenges facing modern farming communities. The Sunday morning show
2026-05-17 00:25 Breakfast BBC One's flagship morning current affairs programme with news headlines and regular weather reports. Start your day with the biggest national and international stories. Breakfast takes a look at the day's papers and brings you the latest developments in sports, politics, business and entertainment. Breakfast welcomes guests to the studio for a chat. Whilst analysis and special reports offer a gre 01:00 Landward Long-running Scottish programme that focuses on various agricultural and rural issues, and tells the stories about the wildlife and nature of Scotland. (Senderinfo). 01:30 Beechgrove Garden 02:00 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites A collection of the greatest moments from the highly entertaining cookery show in which top chefs prepare delicious meals with celebrity guests. (Senderinfo). 03:30 Best Bakes Ever With Britain more obsessed with baking than ever, actress and cake expert Jane Asher brings together a selection of recipes from the nation's favourite television chefs. Each episode gives baking fans another chance to experience classic dishes from the likes of the James Martin, Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood, the Hairy Bikers, Raymond Blanc, Nigella Lawson, Tom Kerridge, Lorraine Pascale and Rach 04:00 Rugby Union: Women's Six Nations 06:30 Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Der geniale Regisseur Howard Hawks verstand nie so recht, warum alle Jane Russell und Marilyn Monroe in „Blondinen bevorzugt“ so sexy fanden. Privat sei Russell eher der Typ Hausfrau und guter Kumpel gewesen, und die von Selbstzweifeln geplagte Monroe konnte angeblich halb nackt am Set sitzen, ohne dass sie ein Mann beachtet hätte. „Aber wenn du sagtest: ,Kamera! Und bitte!‘, dann passierte etwas, 08:00 Flog It! Members of the public sell their unwanted antiques at auction in an effort to make profit. But will the risk pay off? Host Paul Martin presents this compelling reality TV show, and there are experts on hand to do a valuation of the items beforehand, too. The show travels up and down the country, meaning everyone has the opportunity to take part and win some cash, as long as they have the right ant 08:30 Final Score Final Score is a weekly BBC sports show, covering the latest news and results from Britain's football leagues, with special editions during holidays and on the final day of the Premier League season. A group of experts discuss the played matches watching highlights, and review the league tables. Exclusive interviews with players and managers are also included. Find out all you need to know about t 09:15 This Farming Life 10:15 Countryfile Discover more about the British countryside as the presenters visit rural homes and areas to bring stories about nature and wildlife and environmental topics to a wider audience. The programme focuses on seasonal subjects with an overarching theme of conservation, species protection, the preservation of the rural way of life and challenges facing modern farming communities. The Sunday morning show 11:15 Expedition with Steve Backshall Incredible documentary series in which explorer and naturalist Steve Backshall travels to some of the world's last unexplored places, setting foot where no human has ever been, encountering extraordinary wildlife and meeting some remarkable people along the way. Steve will explore the deepest desert canyon in Southern Arabia, kayak through the world's largest fjord in the Arctic, travel deep into 12:00 RHS Chelsea Flower Show RHS Chelsea Flower Show covers one of the biggest gardening events on the planet, happening every year in May in Chelsea, London. Watch as some of the greatest gardening experts, including Mary Berry and Monty Don, share their new garden designs, advice and tips about plants and health. This magnificent event is traditionally held since the beginning of the 20th century and attended by the Royal F 13:00 Scandinavia with Simon Reeve 14:00 Later... with Jools Holland Long-running musical chat show, spin-off of The Late Show, in which host Jools Holland brings together legendary and undiscovered, up-and-coming artists, for incredible live studio performances and interviews. (Senderinfo). 14:50 Film: Brother (2022) 16:45 Question Time Politicians, public figures and celebrities debate the biggest issues of the week and contemporary matters in front of a live studio audience around the UK. The guests are faced with questions from members of the public and invited to give their opinions. Since Question Time was first broadcast in 1979, it has welcomed onto its panels countless Members of Parliament and other notable guests includ 17:45 Children of the Blitz 19:15 This is BBC Two 22:05 Great Central Asian Railway Journeys 22:35 Signed 23:05 Just One Thing 23:35 Match of the Day
2026-05-18 01:00 BBC News The latest news from the BBC,which is designed to inform you on current affairs. The BBC is aims to be a totally impartial public service broadcaster, and was established by Royal Charter. The BBC is funded by a licence fee paid by British households, and is regulated by Ofcom. They aim to create high-quality content, in order to inform and educate, but also entertain, their audience Millions of p 04:15 Politics Live Join presenter Jo Coburn as she discusses the latest political news and stories in a conversational format, covering the comings-and-goings from Westminster in the BBC's daily politics programme. Featuring opinions and arguments from all the sides of the political spectrum, the show invites informed and opinionated guests to share their views on the stories of the day. Andrew Neil presents a speci 05:00 Impossible Entertaining and educational British quiz show, hosted by Rick Edwards, in which 24 regular contestants compete throughout the series to answer a slew of tricky questions. But some of the optional answers are designed to be ''impossible'', or at the very least inconsistent with the information given. The participants must avoid selecting these booby trap answer. After two exciting rounds, those re 05:45 Mastermind Long-running British television quiz show in which contestants face two rounds of quick-fire probing questions, firstly on a specialised subject of the their choice, and the second on general knowledge. Each contestant has two minutes under the spotlight of a black leather chair to answer as many questions as possible. The contestant scores one point for each correct answer and may pass as often a 06:15 Lightning Comedian Zoe Lyons presents a fun quiz show in which six players compete for the £3,000 jackpot. The contestants go through six rounds, answering general knowledge questions or completing a physical tasks. The main aim for each of them is to stay out of the studio spotlight when the time of the round runs out, to avoid being eliminated from the game. They achieve this by giving correct answers as 06:45 Clean It, Fix It 07:30 Wonders of Life In this episode Brian Cox visits South East Asia's 'Ring of Fire'. In the world's most volcanic region he explores the thin line that separates the living from the dead and poses that most enduring of questions: what is life? The traditional answer is one that invokes the supernatural, as seen at the annual Day of the Dead celebrations in the Philippine highlands. Brian sets out to offer an altern 08:30 Antiques Roadshow Antiques valuation programme. A team of well-respected experts travel around the UK visiting a string of beautiful locations such as castles, stately homes, mansions, gardens and museums. They are met by members of the public who have brought along an antique, family heirloom or curio, eager for a current valuation. The experts have their own specialisms and are always on the lookout for a surpris 09:10 Flog It! Members of the public sell their unwanted antiques at auction in an effort to make profit. But will the risk pay off? Host Paul Martin presents this compelling reality TV show, and there are experts on hand to do a valuation of the items beforehand, too. The show travels up and down the country, meaning everyone has the opportunity to take part and win some cash, as long as they have the right ant 10:00 Richard Osman's House of Games Every day this week, celebrity contestants Josh Jones, Molly Rainford, Mark Rhodes and Sonia take on a series of quiz rounds selected by the host, quiz legend Richard Osman. A daily winner is declared following a quickfire round at the end of each show, and the scores are tallied across the week, resulting in an overall champion being crowned on Friday. Will the winning stars opt for the much-cove 10:30 Great Continental Railway Journeys Former British parliamentarian Michael Portillo heads off to continental Europe with a copy of an early 20th century railways travel guidebook to learn more about how life has changed in modern cities, historic towns and rural communities. His definitive Bradshaw's volume paints a compelling and nostalgic picture of trade and travel around republics and monarchies that were to be swept aside by th 11:00 Digging for Britain Professor Alice Roberts explores some of this year's most exciting archaeological finds from the north of Britain. Each discovery comes straight from the site, filmed by the archaeologists themselves. Alice discovers the well-preserved writing tablets, swords and domestic items left by Romans at Vindolanda during a time of British rebellion. On the Scottish island of Iona, there are traces of a lo 12:00 RHS Chelsea Flower Show RHS Chelsea Flower Show covers one of the biggest gardening events on the planet, happening every year in May in Chelsea, London. Watch as some of the greatest gardening experts, including Mary Berry and Monty Don, share their new garden designs, advice and tips about plants and health. This magnificent event is traditionally held since the beginning of the 20th century and attended by the Royal F 13:00 Lucy Worsley Investigates 14:00 Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing Following their respective, life-changing surgeries, old friends Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse venture out into the British outdoors for a spot of fishing. Travelling around the country, the pair of comedians visit idyllic rivers, picturesque lakes and stunning landscapes, utilising Paul's angling abilities and Bob's, well, enthusiasm, to catch some of Britain's most beautiful fish. A warm, slo 14:30 Newsnight In-depth news and current affairs review of the main political and economic stories of the day, featuring robust interviews with senior government and opposition figures, business and union leaders, and analytical reports that delve behind the headlines. Regular presenters cross-examine studio guests on details of policies, priorities, actions and inactions, on a range of domestic UK and internati 15:00 This Is a Bomb: The Nevada Casino Heist 1,000 pounds of dynamite. $3 million in cash. One casino at the edge of disaster. In 1980, a booby-trapped bomb was rolled into Harvey's Wagon Wheel Casino in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, accompanied by a $3 million ransom note. The FBI races against the clock to disarm the bomb, deliver the ransom, and track down the extortionists – but nothing goes as planned as each step uncovers dark secrets and unexpe 15:45 Film: Destroyer Die dunklen Schatten der Vergangenheit lassen Erin Bell nicht los. Nach dem Fund einer Männerleiche mit auffälliger Tätowierung am Hinterkopf wird die Polizistin von Erinnerungen an ihren Einsatz als Undercover-Ermittlerin heimgesucht. \n\nSechzehn Jahre ist es her, seit sie gemeinsam mit ihrem Kollegen Chris in die Gang des brutalen Silas eingeschleust wurde, der die Stadt mit bewaffneten Raubzüg 17:40 Countryfile Discover more about the British countryside as the presenters visit rural homes and areas to bring stories about nature and wildlife and environmental topics to a wider audience. The programme focuses on seasonal subjects with an overarching theme of conservation, species protection, the preservation of the rural way of life and challenges facing modern farming communities. The Sunday morning show 18:35 Twenty Twenty Six 19:05 This is BBC Two 22:00 Escape to the Country Push factors from the noisy, bustling cities of Britain, combined with the alluring peace of the countryside, has the population dreaming of homes in more scenic surroundings. Escape to the Country sees buyers from different areas on the UK considering their options to settle down in the English countryside. Presenters show off a range of prospective homes, before they must make their final decisi 22:45 Bargain Hunt Two teams of amateur collectors meet at an antiques fair to compete to turn in the largest profit from a £300 budget. The teams receive guidance from expert traders, who give feedback on which items are most likely to attract the highest bids. The contestants first head to the High Street to acquire items they want to trade. Any leftover money is taken by their mentors, who go shopping for extra i 23:30 Great Continental Railway Journeys Former British parliamentarian Michael Portillo heads off to continental Europe with a copy of an early 20th century railways travel guidebook to learn more about how life has changed in modern cities, historic towns and rural communities. His definitive Bradshaw's volume paints a compelling and nostalgic picture of trade and travel around republics and monarchies that were to be swept aside by th
2026-05-19 00:00 Farm 999 00:30 Lost and Found in the Lakes 01:00 BBC News The latest news from the BBC,which is designed to inform you on current affairs. The BBC is aims to be a totally impartial public service broadcaster, and was established by Royal Charter. The BBC is funded by a licence fee paid by British households, and is regulated by Ofcom. They aim to create high-quality content, in order to inform and educate, but also entertain, their audience Millions of p 04:15 Politics Live Join presenter Jo Coburn as she discusses the latest political news and stories in a conversational format, covering the comings-and-goings from Westminster in the BBC's daily politics programme. Featuring opinions and arguments from all the sides of the political spectrum, the show invites informed and opinionated guests to share their views on the stories of the day. Andrew Neil presents a speci 05:00 Impossible Entertaining and educational British quiz show, hosted by Rick Edwards, in which 24 regular contestants compete throughout the series to answer a slew of tricky questions. But some of the optional answers are designed to be ''impossible'', or at the very least inconsistent with the information given. The participants must avoid selecting these booby trap answer. After two exciting rounds, those re 05:45 Mastermind Long-running British television quiz show in which contestants face two rounds of quick-fire probing questions, firstly on a specialised subject of the their choice, and the second on general knowledge. Each contestant has two minutes under the spotlight of a black leather chair to answer as many questions as possible. The contestant scores one point for each correct answer and may pass as often a 06:15 Lightning Comedian Zoe Lyons presents a fun quiz show in which six players compete for the £3,000 jackpot. The contestants go through six rounds, answering general knowledge questions or completing a physical tasks. The main aim for each of them is to stay out of the studio spotlight when the time of the round runs out, to avoid being eliminated from the game. They achieve this by giving correct answers as 06:45 Clean It, Fix It 07:30 Wonders of Life Amidst the rich natural history of the United States, Professor Brian Cox encounters the astonishing creatures that reveal how the senses evolved. Every animal on Earth experiences the world in a different way, using a unique suite of senses to detect its physical environment. Tracing the evolution of these mechanisms is a story that takes us through life's journey – from single-celled organisms t 08:30 Antiques Roadshow Antiques valuation programme. A team of well-respected experts travel around the UK visiting a string of beautiful locations such as castles, stately homes, mansions, gardens and museums. They are met by members of the public who have brought along an antique, family heirloom or curio, eager for a current valuation. The experts have their own specialisms and are always on the lookout for a surpris 09:15 Flog It! Members of the public sell their unwanted antiques at auction in an effort to make profit. But will the risk pay off? Host Paul Martin presents this compelling reality TV show, and there are experts on hand to do a valuation of the items beforehand, too. The show travels up and down the country, meaning everyone has the opportunity to take part and win some cash, as long as they have the right ant 10:00 Richard Osman's House of Games Every day this week, celebrity contestants Josh Jones, Molly Rainford, Mark Rhodes and Sonia take on a series of quiz rounds selected by the host, quiz legend Richard Osman. A daily winner is declared following a quickfire round at the end of each show, and the scores are tallied across the week, resulting in an overall champion being crowned on Friday. Will the winning stars opt for the much-cove 10:30 Great Continental Railway Journeys Former British parliamentarian Michael Portillo heads off to continental Europe with a copy of an early 20th century railways travel guidebook to learn more about how life has changed in modern cities, historic towns and rural communities. His definitive Bradshaw's volume paints a compelling and nostalgic picture of trade and travel around republics and monarchies that were to be swept aside by th 11:00 Marcus Wareing Simply Provence 12:00 RHS Chelsea Flower Show RHS Chelsea Flower Show covers one of the biggest gardening events on the planet, happening every year in May in Chelsea, London. Watch as some of the greatest gardening experts, including Mary Berry and Monty Don, share their new garden designs, advice and tips about plants and health. This magnificent event is traditionally held since the beginning of the 20th century and attended by the Royal F 13:00 QI XL Comedy panel game show where celebrities and comedians come together in two teams to gain points on Quite Interesting topics. Presented by Sandi Toksvig with permanent panellists Stephen Fry and Alan Davies, with four guests that change each episode. The show asks the guests a series of questions that are obscure, difficult or misleading where there are often "obvious but wrong" answers. The quiz 13:45 Expedition with Steve Backshall Incredible documentary series in which explorer and naturalist Steve Backshall travels to some of the world's last unexplored places, setting foot where no human has ever been, encountering extraordinary wildlife and meeting some remarkable people along the way. Steve will explore the deepest desert canyon in Southern Arabia, kayak through the world's largest fjord in the Arctic, travel deep into 14:30 Newsnight In-depth news and current affairs review of the main political and economic stories of the day, featuring robust interviews with senior government and opposition figures, business and union leaders, and analytical reports that delve behind the headlines. Regular presenters cross-examine studio guests on details of policies, priorities, actions and inactions, on a range of domestic UK and internati 15:00 Match of the Day 15:50 Later... with Jools Holland 16:40 Race Across the World In this epic series five teams race across the world, starting in London and finishing in the Far East. Given the equivalent of their airfare in cash, the teams, which are each made up of two people, have to abide by several rules. The pairs cannot fly on planes, are not allowed smartphones nor access to the internet and cannot use credit cards. Relying on their ingenuity, the teams must manage th 17:40 Iolo's River Valleys 18:10 This Is a Bomb: The Nevada Casino Heist 1,000 pounds of dynamite. $3 million in cash. One casino at the edge of disaster. In 1980, a booby-trapped bomb was rolled into Harvey's Wagon Wheel Casino in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, accompanied by a $3 million ransom note. The FBI races against the clock to disarm the bomb, deliver the ransom, and track down the extortionists – but nothing goes as planned as each step uncovers dark secrets and unexpe 18:50 Surgeons: At the Edge of Life Cameras follow the surgical unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham. These brave and remarkable people are working literally at the cutting edge, human life and health depend on their precision in movement. The series reveals the astonishing medical procedures that change lives every day, and focuses on astonishingly complex surgeries. These procedures are so impossibly complex that they m 19:50 This is BBC Two 22:00 Escape to the Country Push factors from the noisy, bustling cities of Britain, combined with the alluring peace of the countryside, has the population dreaming of homes in more scenic surroundings. Escape to the Country sees buyers from different areas on the UK considering their options to settle down in the English countryside. Presenters show off a range of prospective homes, before they must make their final decisi 22:45 Bargain Hunt Two teams of amateur collectors meet at an antiques fair to compete to turn in the largest profit from a £300 budget. The teams receive guidance from expert traders, who give feedback on which items are most likely to attract the highest bids. The contestants first head to the High Street to acquire items they want to trade. Any leftover money is taken by their mentors, who go shopping for extra i 23:30 Great Continental Railway Journeys Former British parliamentarian Michael Portillo heads off to continental Europe with a copy of an early 20th century railways travel guidebook to learn more about how life has changed in modern cities, historic towns and rural communities. His definitive Bradshaw's volume paints a compelling and nostalgic picture of trade and travel around republics and monarchies that were to be swept aside by th
2026-05-20 00:00 Great Japanese Railway Journeys 00:30 Great Korean Railway Journeys 01:00 BBC News The latest news from the BBC,which is designed to inform you on current affairs. The BBC is aims to be a totally impartial public service broadcaster, and was established by Royal Charter. The BBC is funded by a licence fee paid by British households, and is regulated by Ofcom. They aim to create high-quality content, in order to inform and educate, but also entertain, their audience Millions of p 03:15 Politics Live Join presenter Jo Coburn as she discusses the latest political news and stories in a conversational format, covering the comings-and-goings from Westminster in the BBC's daily politics programme. Featuring opinions and arguments from all the sides of the political spectrum, the show invites informed and opinionated guests to share their views on the stories of the day. Andrew Neil presents a speci 05:00 Impossible Entertaining and educational British quiz show, hosted by Rick Edwards, in which 24 regular contestants compete throughout the series to answer a slew of tricky questions. But some of the optional answers are designed to be ''impossible'', or at the very least inconsistent with the information given. The participants must avoid selecting these booby trap answer. After two exciting rounds, those re 05:45 Mastermind Long-running British television quiz show in which contestants face two rounds of quick-fire probing questions, firstly on a specialised subject of the their choice, and the second on general knowledge. Each contestant has two minutes under the spotlight of a black leather chair to answer as many questions as possible. The contestant scores one point for each correct answer and may pass as often a 06:15 Lightning Comedian Zoe Lyons presents a fun quiz show in which six players compete for the £3,000 jackpot. The contestants go through six rounds, answering general knowledge questions or completing a physical tasks. The main aim for each of them is to stay out of the studio spotlight when the time of the round runs out, to avoid being eliminated from the game. They achieve this by giving correct answers as 06:45 Clean It, Fix It 07:30 Wonders of Life The universe is almost entirely devoid of life. Earth, the planet we call home, seems to defy the laws of physics. It is teeming with life in all colours, shapes and sizes. No-one knows for sure how many different species are alive right now, our best guess is close to 8.7 million. In this film, Professor Brian Cox asks how, from a lifeless cosmos ruled by the laws of physics and chemistry, it is 08:30 Antiques Roadshow Antiques valuation programme. A team of well-respected experts travel around the UK visiting a string of beautiful locations such as castles, stately homes, mansions, gardens and museums. They are met by members of the public who have brought along an antique, family heirloom or curio, eager for a current valuation. The experts have their own specialisms and are always on the lookout for a surpris 09:15 Flog It! Members of the public sell their unwanted antiques at auction in an effort to make profit. But will the risk pay off? Host Paul Martin presents this compelling reality TV show, and there are experts on hand to do a valuation of the items beforehand, too. The show travels up and down the country, meaning everyone has the opportunity to take part and win some cash, as long as they have the right ant 10:00 Richard Osman's House of Games Every day this week, celebrity contestants Josh Jones, Molly Rainford, Mark Rhodes and Sonia take on a series of quiz rounds selected by the host, quiz legend Richard Osman. A daily winner is declared following a quickfire round at the end of each show, and the scores are tallied across the week, resulting in an overall champion being crowned on Friday. Will the winning stars opt for the much-cove 10:30 Great Continental Railway Journeys Former British parliamentarian Michael Portillo heads off to continental Europe with a copy of an early 20th century railways travel guidebook to learn more about how life has changed in modern cities, historic towns and rural communities. His definitive Bradshaw's volume paints a compelling and nostalgic picture of trade and travel around republics and monarchies that were to be swept aside by th 11:00 Iolo's River Valleys 11:30 The Future with Hannah Fry 11:55 The Secret Genius of Modern Life 12:00 RHS Chelsea Flower Show RHS Chelsea Flower Show covers one of the biggest gardening events on the planet, happening every year in May in Chelsea, London. Watch as some of the greatest gardening experts, including Mary Berry and Monty Don, share their new garden designs, advice and tips about plants and health. This magnificent event is traditionally held since the beginning of the 20th century and attended by the Royal F 13:00 Surgeons: At the Edge of Life Cameras follow the surgical unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham. These brave and remarkable people are working literally at the cutting edge, human life and health depend on their precision in movement. The series reveals the astonishing medical procedures that change lives every day, and focuses on astonishingly complex surgeries. These procedures are so impossibly complex that they m 14:00 Peelers: The PSNI for Real 14:30 Newsnight In-depth news and current affairs review of the main political and economic stories of the day, featuring robust interviews with senior government and opposition figures, business and union leaders, and analytical reports that delve behind the headlines. Regular presenters cross-examine studio guests on details of policies, priorities, actions and inactions, on a range of domestic UK and internati 15:00 Unspun World with John Simpson Unspun World provides an unvarnished version of the week's major global news stories – reliable, honest and essential viewing. The BBC's world affairs editor John Simpson brings his experience and expertise to bear on the most important international stories. In discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world he uses their unique local knowledge to go beyond the headlines 15:30 Film: The Turning Die neue Hauslehrerin Kate (Mackenzie Davis) hat’s schwer mit den renitenten Waisen Flora und Miles (Finn Wolfhard). Aber die unerklärlichen Geschehnisse in der abgelegenen Villa überfordern sie noch mehr.\n\nBasiert wie die Netflix-Serie „Spuk in Bly Manor“ (2020) auf einer Novelle von Henry James. 17:00 Panorama The BBC's flagship documentary series is the longest-running consumer and political affairs programme of its kind, with journalists and researchers delving into heavyweight topics from the worlds of finance, healthcare, criminal justice and the environment. The series has won a host of media industry awards for its fearless undercover investigations, as well as its hard-hitting interviews with pol 17:30 MasterChef The British version of the world-famous cooking show in which amateur cooks compete over the course of eight weeks, in order to be named Master Chef. It focuses on finding the country's best amateur chef through a series of cooking challenges, in which they get to show their technical skills and understanding of flavour by creating various amazing dishes. Each week, panel of judges decide who will 18:30 The Future with Hannah Fry 18:55 Do You Know Your Place? 19:25 This is BBC Two 22:30 Homes Under the Hammer Learn the tricks of the trade when you go to the auctions with Homes Under the Hammer. Join presenters Martin Roberts, Dion Dublin and Martel Maxwell as they follow the renovation stories of properties across Britain as they get transformed from empty shells and outdated buildings to desirable spaces and contemporary homes. Watch as ordinary people breathe new life into the otherwise unloved house 23:30 Great Continental Railway Journeys Former British parliamentarian Michael Portillo heads off to continental Europe with a copy of an early 20th century railways travel guidebook to learn more about how life has changed in modern cities, historic towns and rural communities. His definitive Bradshaw's volume paints a compelling and nostalgic picture of trade and travel around republics and monarchies that were to be swept aside by th
2026-05-21 00:00 Gardeners' World The long running gardening show that provides fantastic tips and advice on how to keep your garden flourishing throughout the year. First airing in 1960, Gardeners' World gives viewers an opportunity to learn from expert horticulturists, from the comfort of their own gardens across the country. The presenters give fellow green thumbs of all levels and experiences the inspiration to get outside and 01:00 BBC News The latest news from the BBC,which is designed to inform you on current affairs. The BBC is aims to be a totally impartial public service broadcaster, and was established by Royal Charter. The BBC is funded by a licence fee paid by British households, and is regulated by Ofcom. They aim to create high-quality content, in order to inform and educate, but also entertain, their audience Millions of p 04:15 Politics Live Join presenter Jo Coburn as she discusses the latest political news and stories in a conversational format, covering the comings-and-goings from Westminster in the BBC's daily politics programme. Featuring opinions and arguments from all the sides of the political spectrum, the show invites informed and opinionated guests to share their views on the stories of the day. Andrew Neil presents a speci 05:00 Impossible Entertaining and educational British quiz show, hosted by Rick Edwards, in which 24 regular contestants compete throughout the series to answer a slew of tricky questions. But some of the optional answers are designed to be ''impossible'', or at the very least inconsistent with the information given. The participants must avoid selecting these booby trap answer. After two exciting rounds, those re 05:45 Mastermind Long-running British television quiz show in which contestants face two rounds of quick-fire probing questions, firstly on a specialised subject of the their choice, and the second on general knowledge. Each contestant has two minutes under the spotlight of a black leather chair to answer as many questions as possible. The contestant scores one point for each correct answer and may pass as often a 06:15 Lightning Comedian Zoe Lyons presents a fun quiz show in which six players compete for the £3,000 jackpot. The contestants go through six rounds, answering general knowledge questions or completing a physical tasks. The main aim for each of them is to stay out of the studio spotlight when the time of the round runs out, to avoid being eliminated from the game. They achieve this by giving correct answers as 06:45 Under the Vines Sydney socialite Daisy Munroe and London lawyer Louis Oakley travel to New Zealand believing they are each sole heirs to a vineyard estate, only to discover that lawyer and vintner Vic Grimes's definition of 'sole heirs' is flexible and that their idealistic notions of owning a vineyard, in reality, are less Tuscan romance and more dilapidated money pit. Finding themselves stuck with each other an 07:30 Wonders of Life In this episode, Brian travels around Australia to explore the physics of the size of life. Beginning with the largest organisms on our planet, a forest of giant eucalyptus trees, he then takes to the seas to get up-close with an ocean giant – the great white shark. From the safety of a steel cage Brian explains how the distinctive streamlined contours of the great white have been shaped by the ph 08:30 Antiques Roadshow Antiques valuation programme. A team of well-respected experts travel around the UK visiting a string of beautiful locations such as castles, stately homes, mansions, gardens and museums. They are met by members of the public who have brought along an antique, family heirloom or curio, eager for a current valuation. The experts have their own specialisms and are always on the lookout for a surpris 09:10 Flog It! Paul Martin presents from Haddon Hall in Derbyshire, where he is joined by experts Michael Baggot and Caroline Hawley. Together the team pick out a selection of interesting antiques and collectibles to be sold at a local auction. Michael finds a glorious scent bottle, but will he come out of it smelling of roses? Caroline gets a glimpse into the past by looking through a stereoscopic viewer. Paul 10:00 Richard Osman's House of Games Every day this week, celebrity contestants Josh Jones, Molly Rainford, Mark Rhodes and Sonia take on a series of quiz rounds selected by the host, quiz legend Richard Osman. A daily winner is declared following a quickfire round at the end of each show, and the scores are tallied across the week, resulting in an overall champion being crowned on Friday. Will the winning stars opt for the much-cove 10:30 Great Continental Railway Journeys Former British parliamentarian Michael Portillo heads off to continental Europe with a copy of an early 20th century railways travel guidebook to learn more about how life has changed in modern cities, historic towns and rural communities. His definitive Bradshaw's volume paints a compelling and nostalgic picture of trade and travel around republics and monarchies that were to be swept aside by th 11:00 This Farming Life 12:00 RHS Chelsea Flower Show RHS Chelsea Flower Show covers one of the biggest gardening events on the planet, happening every year in May in Chelsea, London. Watch as some of the greatest gardening experts, including Mary Berry and Monty Don, share their new garden designs, advice and tips about plants and health. This magnificent event is traditionally held since the beginning of the 20th century and attended by the Royal F 13:00 The Elon Musk Show 14:00 Peelers: The PSNI for Real 14:30 Newsnight In-depth news and current affairs review of the main political and economic stories of the day, featuring robust interviews with senior government and opposition figures, business and union leaders, and analytical reports that delve behind the headlines. Regular presenters cross-examine studio guests on details of policies, priorities, actions and inactions, on a range of domestic UK and internati 15:00 Surgeons: At the Edge of Life Cameras follow the surgical unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham. These brave and remarkable people are working literally at the cutting edge, human life and health depend on their precision in movement. The series reveals the astonishing medical procedures that change lives every day, and focuses on astonishingly complex surgeries. These procedures are so impossibly complex that they m 16:00 This Is a Bomb: The Nevada Casino Heist 1,000 pounds of dynamite. $3 million in cash. One casino at the edge of disaster. In 1980, a booby-trapped bomb was rolled into Harvey's Wagon Wheel Casino in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, accompanied by a $3 million ransom note. The FBI races against the clock to disarm the bomb, deliver the ransom, and track down the extortionists – but nothing goes as planned as each step uncovers dark secrets and unexpe 16:45 MasterChef The British version of the world-famous cooking show in which amateur cooks compete over the course of eight weeks, in order to be named Master Chef. It focuses on finding the country's best amateur chef through a series of cooking challenges, in which they get to show their technical skills and understanding of flavour by creating various amazing dishes. Each week, panel of judges decide who will