2026-04-07 00:00 Shop: MotionSolution Mat 00:30 Shop: 8 in 1 Garden Multitool Pro 01:00 60s Non-Stop Your favourite music from the 1960s - non-stop. 01:35 Gallipoli Mystery By 1915 trench warfare had stalled, Naval and amphibious plans had failed disastrously, revealing why the Dardanelles campaign collapsed. Narrated by Robert Powell. 02:10 Weapons of WWII Documentary examining the role of heavy bomber planes, which by the end of the conflict had become a military force of devastating power owing to technical innovations like radar and ruthless tactics such as carpet-bombing. The process which began with the Luftwaffe's destruction of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War continued with the RAF's retaliatory attacks on German cities. 02:40 Secrets of WW2 After Hitler invaded Poland, the Western Allies and Nazi Germany were technically at war - for 7 months, neither side engaged in major military land operations. S1 E7: 'Sitzkrieg' and the Phoney War. 03:45 Gladiators of WWII A tribute to the Royal Marine Commandos, the crack fighting force created at Prime Minister Winston Churchill's suggestion to launch surprise attacks on the Nazi war machine in Europe. Their parachute division the Paras is also profiled. 04:50 WWII: Hawker Hurricane The Hurricane will be remembered for the vital role it played in WWII, and how it destroyed more enemy aircraft during the Battle of Britain than all other air and ground defences combined. 05:40 WWII: Witness to War Japan begins to conquer southeast Asia as the Allies attempt to block the empire's aggressive expansion, but ruthless tactics by Japan only help to further their war effort. Ep6: Road to Burma. 06:35 Battlefield: Balkans We examine the course of savage fighting in the Balkans in the latter half of the conflict in World War 2 where after the uprising by the Romanians, the Soviet army moved swiftly to capture Bucharest. 08:35 Battleplan Examples of urban warfare, featuring the battle at Stalingrad during the second World War, and the Vietcong's attempts to win the political initiative against America in 1968. 09:40 Heroes of WWII Showing the vital role that women played throughout the Battle of Britain and beyond, serving in the WAAF in the factories, radar stations and operations rooms across Britain, Ep2: A New Revolution. 10:10 Icons A look into the lives of the rich and famous - this time we look at Oprah Winfrey, America's first lady of celebrity. 10:40 Indonesian Tsunami: Where Were You? There are some news events that change the world. In today's episode we take you back to December 26th 2004 and the Indonesian Tsunami. 11:10 That Was Nam The evolution of the Vietnam conflict from a regional military engagement to an ever-expanding war exploring how it was logistically possible and a look at the Huey helicopter and its role in the war. 12:00 Wrecks That Changed the World Referencing the lost fleet of the First World War, investigations reveal the greatest scuttle and act of defiance in wartime history. Testimonies and CGI illuminate the events and subsequent salvage. 12:55 When the Boat Comes In Jack's loyalties are put to the test, while Bella is taken ill. Drama, starring James Bolam. 14:00 Minder Arthur attempts to protect his friend Sidney, who on mistakenly being diagnosed with a fatal illness, arranged for a hitman to kill him so his wife would benefit from his life insurance. While Ray attempts to counter the deal, the best safe house the dodgy dealer can provide is a leaky caravan in Brighton, the property of Dave's sister. Andrew Sachs guest stars, with George Cole and Gary Webster. 15:05 Poldark Ross is ordered to leave Roscoff under threat of execution. He travels with Tholly to meet his contact in France, but finds information about Dwight's fate comes at a high price. Sam leads a congregation of methodists in protest outside the church - only to face broken promises from George, who revokes their lease on the meeting house, which leads them to turn to Elizabeth for help. Geoffrey Charl 16:15 Ashes to Ashes Sequel to hit fantasy drama Life on Mars. Alex Drake, a single mother working as a police psychologist in 2008 is shocked to wake up in London in 1981 after being shot. DCI Gene Hunt, DS Ray Carling and DC Chris Skelton, transferred to the Met, swiftly come to her rescue. She knows all about the trio having spent months reading Sam Tyler's reports of his time in the past, but cannot understand why 17:30 In Sickness and in Health Alf contemplates a trip down under and marriage to Mrs Hollingberry upstairs. 18:05 The Kenny Everett Video Show With David Essex and Ellen Foley. The legendary BAFTA-winning comedy extravaganza from Thames TV (1980). All in the best possible taste! S3 Ep5. 18:35 The Saint Simon boards a fishing boat while on holiday in Miami, but realises his fellow anglers are up to no good. 19:25 That's 60s - Best Music Live! A selection of live performances from TV music shows in the 1960s for a genuine taste of the best of the '60s. 20:00 That's 60s - Best Music Live! A selection of live performances from TV music shows in the 1960s for a genuine taste of the best of the '60s. 21:00 That's 60s - Best Music Live! 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2026-04-08 00:00 Shop: H20 HD 00:30 Shop: MotionSolution Mat 01:00 60s Non-Stop Your favourite music from the 1960s - non-stop. 01:30 Amelia Earhart Mystery Amelia Earhart inspired millions, then vanished on her Pacific flight. Her fate remains one of aviation's enduring mysteries. Narrated by Robert Powell. 02:05 Weapons of WWII How battleships lost their naval supremacy during the conflict because of their vulnerability to aerial attack. The pride of the German Navy, the Bismarck, was crippled by Swordfish torpedo aircraft, while the state-of-the-art HMS Prince of Wales was sunk in the Pacific by Japanese planes. 02:35 Secrets of WW2 As Britain alone faced German forces with Nazi troops storming across Europe at great speed, the course of the war was far from certain. 03:35 Gladiators of WWII How the Norwegian resistance fighters helped the British contain and destroy German warships. 04:40 WWII: Junkers Ju 52 The Ju 52 is a German transport aircraft that delivered the attacking forces and their supplies during the German invasion of Norway, Denmark, France and the Low Countries in WWII. 05:30 WWII: Witness to War The war takes root in Africa as an ambitious Mussolini expands the war into North Africa; he sends ill-prepared soldiers and forces Hitler to come to his ally's aid. Ep7: Desert War. 06:30 Battlefield: Guadalcanal Tim Pigott-Smith narrates the story of the battle for Guadalcanal and the capture of this strategically crucial island in World War 2 during which more than 25,000 Japanese lost their lives. 08:05 Battleplan Examining the strategy of breaking through a defensive position, citing the case studies of the US Army's contribution under General Pershing to help overcome the Hindenburg Line used by the German Army in 1918, and the Battle of El Alamein in 1942 during the Second World War. British Forces under the command of General Montgomery broke through the Axis lines of Rommel's Deutsche Afrika Korps. 09:10 Heroes of WWII Many fighter pilots came from near and far to fly and fight for the RAF in the Battle of Britain. With interviews from veterans from Poland, India, Canada, Britain and the USA. Ep3: The Fighting Few. 09:40 Icons A look into the lives of the rich and famous - this time we take a look at the dramatic rise to stardom of the one and only Angelina Jolie. 10:05 Good Friday Agreement: Where Were You? There are some news events that change the world. We take you back to some of Northern Ireland's darkest days and the journey towards lasting peace that was agreed on Good Friday 1998. 10:35 That Was Nam We examine the Vietnam war from the air, water, and land, and from those that fought, looking at the importance of reconnaissance in the war effort and the role of the American Navy in Vietnam. 11:35 Wrecks That Changed the World How investigations into three historical collisions exposed the volatile risks at sea and how they have shaped regulations and technological advancements. 12:30 Great Raids of World War II Gordon Corrigan gives an account of the 1942 raid, led by Royal Marine Major Herbert George Hasler, in which 10 'cockleshell heroes' set off in flimsy canoes up the Gironde river to destroy German ships at Bordeaux. Only four men survived the perilous 90-mile journey to reach their intended targets and eight limpet mines were attached to the hulls of six ships. The subsequent explosions stunned an 12:55 When the Boat Comes In Jack resigns as Secretary for the Union. Drama based on the James Mitchell novels, starring James Bolam as Northern entrepreneur Jack Ford. 14:00 Minder Arthur rents out Bert and Doreen's house while they are away on holiday - unaware that his new tenant is being closely followed by undesirables. Tony Robinson guests stars, with George Cole and Gary Webster. 15:05 Poldark A grain ship is raided by starving villagers, and George arranges a harsh punishment for the desperate peasants while throwing a lavish Christmas party to impress the local gentry. Caroline hears news that the Admiralty has arranged for the release of the British officers, but Ross is not convinced, lamenting the loss of Wheal Leisure to George, and having seen miners broken by the terms of their 16:15 Ashes to Ashes DCI Hunt is determined nothing will spoil Diana Spencer's wedding, and so sets out to prevent a potentially explosive protest getting out of hand. When it seems Thatcherite playboy Danny is in danger, Alex is assigned to look after him - but after a speedy ride in a DeLorean leaves her in no fit state for work, Gene and Ray set out to crack the case. Philip Glenister and Keeley Hawes star. 17:30 In Sickness and in Health Arthur is still trying to convince Alf that he should get married again, to Mrs Hollingberry. 18:05 The Kenny Everett Video Show With Boomtown Rats. The legendary BAFTA-winning comedy extravaganza from Thames TV (1980). All in the best possible taste! 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2026-04-09 00:00 Shop: Dormeo Mattresses Mattresses and toppers from Dormeo - the home of a great night's sleep. Every body. Every bedroom. Every budget. 00:30 Shop: H20 HD 01:00 60s Non-Stop Your favourite music from the 1960s - non-stop. 01:35 Patton Mystery A famed US general was injured in a car crash in Germany, appeared to recover, then died suddenly. Accident, murder, or post war tension? Narrated by Robert Powell. 02:10 Weapons of WWII The development of Germany's V1, or doodlebug, and more sophisticated V2 rocket, both of which were used during the latter stages of the conflict to strike at the very heart of British life and undermine morale on the home front. 02:40 Secrets of WW2 They are the means by which to confuse an enemy - from inflatable decoy tanks to fake radio broadcasts, deception played a key role in the course of WWII. 03:40 Gladiators of WWII When American forces began the reconquest of the Philippine islands in 1944, they faced a terrifying weapon - the Kamikaze suicide attack. 04:45 WWII: P-47 Thunderbolt The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt is a WWII-era fighter aircraft; it was a successful high-altitude fighter and also served as the foremost American fighter-bomber in the ground-attack role. 05:35 WWII: Witness to War The brave men and women who fought along the tides of the Pacific share their stories of Japanese and US forces facing off with an intense determination and will to survive. Ep8: Hell In The Pacific. 06:25 Special Forces We compare the elite teams at the frontlines of the fight against terror against past battles comparing American riflemen with British line soldiers and the story of American sniper Timothy Murphy. 07:30 Coastal Warfare in WWII 08:05 Battleplan The purpose of raiding operations in warfare - a tactic that can be used for several ends, citing the use of raids to rescue prisoners such as Benito Mussolini in 1943, or US prisoners of war from Son-Tay camp in North Vietnam. 09:10 Heroes of WWII The moving stories of those who experienced the ferocity and intensity of German bombing, as the Luftwaffe targeted the major cities of Britain. Ep4: Fire in Their Hearts. 09:40 Icons A look into the lives of the rich and famous - this time we explore the rise of a muscle-bound Austrian from the body-building circuit to becoming Governor of California: Arnold Schwarzenegger. 10:05 9/11: Where Were You? There are some news events that change the world. In this episode, we look at the events of September 11th 2001. 10:40 That Was Nam We tell the stories of some of America's fighting men in the Vietnam War who persevered and triumphed from the hazards faced by the river patrols to the air crews who delivered weapons on target. 11:30 Wrecks That Changed the World The team discovers two ships laden with deadly cargos - ticking time bombs set to explode, but no one knows when. 12:30 Great Raids of World War II Documentary retracing the events of December 1941, which saw the newly formed British Commandos launch a raid on Vaagso in Norway. Hitler, convinced the island was a strategic target, sent 250,000 troops to control the area, effectively rendering them useless for the rest of the war. 12:55 When the Boat Comes In Jack is injured while demolishing Sir Horatio Manners' country house, Mandrake Place, forcing Matt and Tom to come to his aid. Drama, starring James Bolam. 14:00 Minder Arthur sells a less-than-roadworthy Austin Allegro to a nun - and it isn't long before a run of bad luck convinces him he's incurred the wrath of God. George Cole and Gary Webster play the entrepreneurial Daleys. 15:05 Poldark The French Royalists plan an invasion, which Caroline hopes will lead to Dwight's release. However, Ross is convinced this will only make matters worse, and recruits a band of allies, including Tholly, Zacky, Drake and Henshawe, to help him free Dwight from prison. George schemes to further his political ambitions, and when he learns of Ross' plan, he uses it as a means to discredit his rival, acc 16:15 Ashes to Ashes An alleged sexual assault requires delicate handling. The boat where the attack took place belongs to a friend of the Commissioner, forcing the detectives to go undercover at a fancy dress party as they attempt to arrest their suspect. With only circumstantial evidence and a victim of unreliable character, Ray surprises his colleagues by proving he has a gentler side, gaining the confidence of a y 17:30 In Sickness and in Health Alf and Mrs Hollingbery are now engaged to be married and he has already started to enjoy her cooking.