2024-12-25 04:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 10:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 11:58 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 12:00 Kiri Te Kanawa at Christmas Dame Kiri Te Kanawa presents a special programme of seasonal music, both classical and contemporary, from the Barbican Hall in London. First broadcast in 1985. 13:00 The Merry Widow from Glyndebourne A glamorous widow searches for true love in Glyndebourne's lavish new production of Lehár's laugh-out-loud operetta, The Merry Widow. 15:30 TOTP: Christmas Hits A compilation of performances from Christmas shows, including The Rolling Stones, Coldplay, Madness, Chas & Dave, Slade, Pet Shop Boys and Frankie Goes to Hollywood. 16:30 TOTP: Christmas 1975 Featuring Pilot, Ralph McTell, Mud, 10cc, David Essex, Johnny Nash, Guys & Dolls, the Tymes, Tammy Wynette, Bay City Rollers, Telly Savalas, Art Garfunkel, the Stylistics and CCS. 17:20 Borneo: Earth's Tropical Islands A journey from Borneo's rich coral reefs, through lush jungles to its mountainous heart, revealing why this island is home to a greater variety of life than almost any other. 18:20 Kiri Te Kanawa at Christmas Dame Kiri Te Kanawa presents a special programme of seasonal music, both classical and contemporary, from the Barbican Hall in London. First broadcast in 1985. 19:20 To the Manor Born: The First Noel Classic sitcom. As Christmas approaches, Audrey is determined to carry out her responsibilities as though she still lived at the manor. 19:50 Borneo: Earth's Tropical Islands A journey from Borneo's rich coral reefs, through lush jungles to its mountainous heart, revealing why this island is home to a greater variety of life than almost any other. 20:50 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 22:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm
2024-12-26 04:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 10:30 ..programmes start at 7.00pm 11:58 This is BBC Four Programmes start at 7.00pm. 12:00 TOTP: Christmas 1986 Peter Powell presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 25 December 1986, featuring performances by Billy Ocean, The Communards, a-ha, Diana Ross and George Michael. 13:00 The Morecambe and Wise Christmas Show: 1969 A laughter-packed holiday special starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. 14:00 One Foot in the Grave Christmas Special The Meldrews have a tarot reading that prophesies disaster for Victor. Patrick and Pippa sell their home, but a house clearance crew are mistaken for their removal men. 15:00 Dave Allen Dave Allen looks at the English, the Irish and many other illogical aspects of life - with his own unique wit and satirical observations. Contains adult humour. 15:55 The Lenny Henry Christmas Special Lenny Henry hosts a Christmas special of sketches and music, featuring favourite characters such as Deakus and Josh Yarlog. With special guests Robbie Coltrane and Terence Trent D'Arby. From 1987. 16:35 What's Up, Doc? Four identical bags get mixed up - one of which is full of top-secret documents.