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UK TV programmes to watch this week : 18/05/2024

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Doctor Who (BBC 1/HD | 6:50pm to 7:35pm | Saturday 18th May 2024)

Boom. Series 14, episode 3. The Doctor and Ruby arrive on an alien battlefield, where the Time Lord is trapped in place by a landmine that will go off if he moves. Can he still save the planet while rooted to the spot? Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson star in an episode written by former showrunner Steven Moffat.

Doctor Who: Unleashed (BBC 3/HD | 7:35pm to 8:05pm | Saturday 18th May 2024)

Boom. Series 1, episode 3. An interview with Russell T Davies and former showrunner Steven Moffatt, who is back as the writer of this week’s episode Boom. Presenter Steffan Powell spends some time in the practical effects department.

Race Across the World (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 22nd May 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

The teams navigate their way through the Indonesian island of Sumatra, tackling ad-hoc transport, limited accommodation options and almost no English spoken. Before they begin the next leg of their journey, the teams celebrate Owen’s upcoming 21st birthday in the traditional Indonesian way, with a splattering of egg and flour.

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers (BBC 2/HD | 7:30pm to 8:00pm | Friday 24th May 2024)

A Highland River. Series 3, episode 6. Paul Murton explores the River Oykel in Sutherland from its source in Assynt, to the Dornoch Firth and the sea. He learns about the loneliest and highest war grave in Scotland, tries for trout in a lochan over 1,000ft above sea level, and then hears tell of the riotous events of the Year of the Sheep.

Britain by Steam (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 24th May 2024)

Highlands. Series 2, episode 4. John Sergeant, Peter Davison and Paul ‘Piglet’ Middleton explore the Scottish Highlands. The trio start their journey on a ‘white’ steam car across the Cairngorms Mountain range. The vehicle is so exclusive that it used to carry American presidents. When they arrive in Aviemore, they board the Black 5, a spectacular train whose route takes them through a stunning valley and along the River Spey. The next day starts with a steam boat trip down Loch Ness and the last leg of their journey is aboard Heilan Laddy, a stream truck that looks incredible with a full and colourful history to match.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 11/05/2024

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Doctor Who (BBC 1/HD | 6:20pm to 7:05pm | Saturday 11th May 2024) ** NEW SERIES + PICK OF THE WEEK **

Space Babies. Series 14, episode 1. Ncuti Gatwa stars in his first full series as the Time Lord alongside Millie Gibson as his companion Ruby, following their debut in 2023’s Christmas special. In the far future, Ruby learns the Doctor’s amazing secrets when they encounter a baby farm being run by babies and being haunted by a mysterious Bogeyman.

Doctor Who (BBC 1/HD | 7:05pm to 8:00pm | Saturday 11th May 2024)

The Devil’s Chord. Series 14, episode 2. The Doctor and Ruby meet the Beatles during a trip back to the 1960s, but discover that the all-powerful Maestro is hatching a plot to change history, with the Fab Four in the thick of it. Abbey Road becomes a battleground with the future of humanity at stake. Guest starring Drag Race’s Jinkx Monsoon.

The Eurovision Song Contest (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 11:55pm | Saturday 11th May 2024)

Live coverage of the 68th annual song competition from the Malmö Arena, Sweden – 50 years since Abba, the nation’s most famous musical exports, lifted the trophy with Waterloo, turning them into the most successful Eurovision act of all time. The show is hosted by Hollywood actress Malin Åkerman and Eurovision veteran Petra Mede, with BBC commentary as always from Graham Norton. He’ll no doubt be flying the flag for UK entry Olly Alexander, with his song Dizzy, and Bambie Thug, the first Irish act to have qualified in eight years with Doomsday Blue.

Doctor Who: Unleashed (BBC 3/HD | 8:00pm to 8:30pm | Saturday 11th May 2024) ** NEW SERIES **

Space Babies. Series 1, episode 1. Steffan Powell goes behind the scenes on the opening episode of the new series, discovering the special effects used to create its strange creatures.

Doctor Who: Unleashed (BBC 3/HD | 8:30pm to 9:00pm | Saturday 11th May 2024)

The Devil’s Chord. Series 1, episode 2. Steffan Powell goes behind the scenes on the Doctor’s encounter with the Beatles in 1960s-set adventure The Devil’s Chord, chatting to guest star Jinkx Monsoon.

Race Across the World (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 15th May 2024)

After enjoying the tranquillity of the islands of Koh Phi Phi, the teams leave Thailand and travel across Malaysia to the Indonesian island of Sumatra where the sixth checkpoint lies in the mountain-fringed city of Bukittinggi. Every decision counts as budgets dwindle and pressure increases.

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers (BBC 2/HD | 7:00pm to 7:30pm | Friday 17th May 2024)

From the Trossachs to the Kelpies. Series 3, episode 5. Seasoned traveller Paul Murton continues his journey down the River Forth, travelling from the picturesque Trossachs to the Kelpies statues in Falkirk. On this leg of the journey he learns about Big Noise in the city of Stirling, a movement that champions musical skills for young people from less privileged backgrounds, and discovers the story of a teenage backing group in the riverside town of Alloa who played a gig with Johnny Gentle in 1960.

Britain by Steam (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 17th May 2024)

Dorset. Series 2, episode 3. The travellers take a T3 train, restored to her former glory, for a journey through the Dorset countryside. John Sergeant and Peter Davison reminisce about their childhood and the holidays they spent here in the county. John, Peter and Paul ‘Piglet’ Middleton also enjoy sights including Corfe Castle, Chesil Beach, Portland Bill lighthouse and Abbotsbury Swannery.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 27/04/2024

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Great Coastal Railway Journeys (BBC 2/HD | 6:30pm to 7:00pm | Monday 29th April 2024)

Canvey Island to Wrabness. Series 3, episode 16. Michael Portillo embarks on a trip along the coast of the east of England, beginning in the Thames estuary, where creeks separate Canvey Island from the mainland and generations of peopel have struggled to stay on dry land. Michael meets an islander to hear how Dutch engineers were drafted in to reclaim and defend the island from the sea.

Great Coastal Railway Journeys (BBC 2/HD | 6:30pm to 7:00pm | Tuesday 30th April 2024)

Woodbridge to Southwold. Series 3. Series 3. Michael Portillo reaches the Deben estuary on his railway journey around eastern England. At Woodbridge, he is plunged into a rafting challenge with the sea scouts, who are a part of a movement that is nearly as old as them. In Southwold, Michael visits the Adnams brewery and learns about the town’s history of ale production.

Great Coastal Railway Journeys (BBC 2/HD | 6:30pm to 7:00pm | Wednesday 1st May 2024)

Lowestoft to Great Yarmouth. Series 3, episode 18. Michael Portillo’s journey takes him to the waters off the Norfolk coast, where he meets a diving duo who are searching for the wreckage of a sunken ship, which carried a future king. In Lowestoft, Michael discovers how aspiring wooden boat builders are drawn here from across the world to learn traditional skills, and in Great Yarmouth he visits the Burgh Castle Roman Fort.

Race Across the World (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 1st May 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

The teams leave Cambodia at the end of the national holiday Pchum Ben and travel 1,400km through Thailand to the mountain town of Mae Sariang in the Shan Highlands on the Thai-Myanmar border.

Great Coastal Railway Journeys (BBC 2/HD | 6:30pm to 7:00pm | Thursday 2nd May 2024)

West Runton to Burnham Market. Series 3, episode 19. Michael Portillo explores West Runton in Norfolk, samples the local crab at Sheringham, and from Weybourne, he heads to Cley next the Sea, where he visits one of the country’s oldest nature reserves. Later, in the village of Burnham Market, Michael joins a Norfolk-born chef at his fish and seafood restaurant.

Great Coastal Railway Journeys (BBC 2/HD | 6:30pm to 7:00pm | Friday 3rd May 2024)

Wells-next-the-Sea to The Wash. Series 3, episode 20. As Michael Portillo’s exploration of the eastern reaches of England draws to a close, he samples the smallest public railway in the world, the Wells and Walsingham line. His journey ends at the bay between Norfolk and Lincolnshire, known as The Wash.

Britain by Steam (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 3rd May 2024) ** NEW SERIES **

Lake District. Series 2, episode 1. Journalist and presenter John Sergeant, actor Peter Davison and steam aficionado Paul Piglet Middleton are back, and this time they’re exploring some of the most beautiful parts of Britain by steam. in this episode they explore the beautiful Lake District via a narrow-gauge steam train, a gigantic traction engine, a 1906 steam launch, and a bone-shatteringly uncomfortable miniature Foden steam van.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 13/05/2023

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The Eurovision Song Contest (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 12:00am | Saturday 13th May 2023)

Final. Series 2022. Graham Norton, Hannah Waddingham, Alesha Dixon and Julia Sanina present the 67th annual song competition from Liverpool, with singer-songwriter Mae Muller representing the UK with I Wrote a Song. The show also features performances from last year’s first and second place acts, Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra and the UK’s Sam Ryder, as well as a celebration of the host city’s incredible contribution to the world of pop music featuring six past Eurovision winners – including Liverpool’s own Sonia. Graham also shares commentary duties with Mel Giedroyc.

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers (BBC 2/HD | 8:00pm to 8:30pm | Monday 15th May 2023)

A Bountiful River. Series 1, episode 3. Paul Murton explores the lower reaches of the Spey, famous for its forests, whisky distilleries and salmon as it flows north towards the coast. On the way Paul hears tales of loggers who floated timber down the river from the 17th century onwards. He also takes to the water in a canoe and discovers the rare and endangered freshwater mussels that were once harvested for their precious pearls, which adorn royal crowns.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 16th May 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Kim is rocked by a blast from the past and a new pupil causes problems. Joe and Mike begin to question their future as they are faced with the realities of fatherhood. Kai struggles with his feeling for Preston and Danny makes a bold move as his future hangs in the balance.

Britain by Steam (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 16th May 2023 )

John, Peter and Paul set off from Whitby in their first vehicle of the day, a 1937 open-topped steam lorry, but when it breaks down, the trio have to hitch a ride to Beamish, the living history museum. From Beamish they head to the oldest railway line in the world, before hopping on a steam launch on the River Tyne. With just 75 miles to go and their journey coming to an end, they jump in their final steam vehicle and set off for the Scottish border.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 06/05/2023

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The Coronation Concert (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday 7th May 2023)

Coverage of the Coronation Concert from the East Lawn of Windsor Castle, staged in front of 20,000 members of the public and invited guests. Featuring performances from Take That, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Andrea Bocelli, Bryn Terfel, Freya Ridings and a 70-piece orchestra as well as unique visual moments such as the country joining together as its most iconic landmarks are illuminated by drones and lasers in Lighting Up the Nation and Gareth Malone’s 300-voice Coronation Choir singing for the King and Queen. Kirsty Young hears from the performers in a specially built studio within the castle grounds, and backstage, Clara Amfo and Jordan Banjo grab chats with others involved.

Eurovision Welcomes The World (BBC 1/HD | 6:30pm to 7:30pm | Monday 8th May 2023)

Rylan and Sunetra Sarker kick off Eurovision with highlights from this year’s Turquoise Carpet welcome event, as the performers arrive in Liverpool. Semi-final hosts Alesha Dixon, Hannah Waddingham and Julia Sanina gear up for their presenting debut together and Rylan spends time backstage to see all of the final Eurovision preparations. The show also features highlights from Liverpool’s Big Eurovision Welcome event taking place outside St George’s Hall, presented by AJ Odudu and Joel Dommett, where Frankie Goes to Hollywood will be on stage together for the first time in more than 30 years. Ukrainian Eurovision winner Jamala duets with British artist Birdy on a Beatles classic, and there is a special performance of Rise like a Phoenix by Conchita, accompanied by a dramatic drone display. Special guests Ricky Tomlinson and Shirley Ballas pay tribute to their home city and international pop star Zara Larsson join icons of dance music Cream Classical to close the show.

Eurovision Calling: Jason and Chelcee’s Ultimate Guide (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 8th May 2023)

Comedian Jason Manford and singer-songwriter Chelcee Grimes explore how the Eurovision Song Contest became the world’s largest live music event. Jason meets the UK’s last winner, Katrina Leskanich from Katrina and the Waves, Sam Ryder, who came second in 2022’s contest, and Mae Muller, who is representing the UK this year. Chelcee provides an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse of preparations in Liverpool, as well as revealing some little-known facts about the event itself.

Britain by Steam (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 9th May 2023)

In York, Peter John and Paul head off down the river Ouse on a steam launch modeled on a luxury service vehicle from the 1980s, before stopping off at Newby Hall for a spot of lunch and to take a look around the stately home. When they later disembark in Ripon, the trio hop into a 1908 Stanley steam car to Paul’s hometown of Pickering, before racing towards Grosmont on a 9F steam train with a huge 3,500 horsepower engine.

Race Across the World (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 10th May 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

The Final. Series 3, episode 8. The eight week long expedition comes to an end as the contestants race to the final check point at the most-easterly point of the North American continent. The pairs reflect on their journey so far and the ways it has changed them both physically and emotionally as they reach the finish line and find out who will be crowned winners and welcomed into the Race Across the World hall of fame.

Race Across the World (BBC 1/HD | 10:40pm to 11:40pm | Wednesday 10th May 2023)

The Reunion. Series 3, episode 9. For the first time since the end of the race, the contestants reunite to reflect on their journeys and reveal insights into their strategies. The racers compare experiences, share their highest highs and lowest lows and talk about what they learned along the way.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 29/04/2023

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Charles R: The Making of a Monarch (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 30th April 2023)

The story of King Charles III’s more than seven decades as heir to the throne, using archive material drawn from newsreels, home movies, interviews and documentaries. He reflects on his formative years from life at home with his family, his singular education, early experiences as a fledgling working royal, his time in the military and the roots of the many passions and causes that have been a feature of his time as Prince of Wales.

Canal Boat Diaries (BBC Four/HD | 7:30pm to 8:00pm | Monday 1st May 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

Sheffield to Keadby. Series 4, episode 1. Narrowboater Robbie Cumming begins a fresh set of adventures along the waterways of the north of England and the Midlands. He is forced to make a running repair to his narrowboat the Naughty Lass while on the Tinsley lock flight in South Yorkshire. He then cruises beneath Conisbrough’s magnificent viaduct and must wait for an unusual sliding railway bridge to open on the Stainforth and Keadby Canal.

Canal Boat Diaries (BBC Four/HD | 7:30pm to 8:00pm | Tuesday 2nd May 2023)

Keadby to Kiveton Park. Series 4, episode 2. Robbie Cumming tackles the fast-flowing River Trent and is invited to join a night-time illuminated boat parade. However, his journey is hampered by a damaged wall in Worksop and a water shortage on the Chesterfield Canal which threatens his voyage.

The Architecture The Railways Built (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 2nd May 2023)

Hull. Series 4, episode 10. Tim Dunn explores beautiful Hull Paragon station and finds out how Royal Leamington Spa got a wonderful art deco station.

Britain by Steam (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 2nd May 2023)

The trio start the next leg of their journey at Peterborough station, which is home to the Nene Valley Railway, and Paul is thrilled to board a steam train designed by famous designer Oliver Bullet called 92 Squadron. Next, they head to the Grand Union Canal where they board a steam barge called The Adamant, before travelling north to York on the impressive steam loco the Duchess of Sutherland.

Canal Boat Diaries (BBC Four/HD | 7:30pm to 8:00pm | Wednesday 3rd May 2023)

Lincoln to Nottingham. Series 4, episode 3. Autumnal fog and an overheating engine prove to be problems for narrowboater Robbie Cumming. As he navigates a Roman waterway, it proves to be a journey of many challenges as he runs aground and breaks down in Nottingham.

Race Across the World (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 3rd May 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

The teams venture through Canada’s friendliest provinces – New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, as they head to the seventh checkpoint in Liverpool, Nova Scotia. Zainib and Mobeen plan to test the friendly reputation of the area and rely on local hospitality to get them to their destination. Claudia and Kevin are running on fumes and are in desperate need of some good luck as they end up spending money to go backwards. Tricia and Cathie start to feel the stress of the race getting to them and put their efforts into rallying together for the final push and Monique and Ladi feel the pressure as the only team remaining to have not won a leg yet.

Canal Boat Diaries (BBC Four/HD | 7:30pm to 8:00pm | Thursday 4th May 2023)

Series 4, episode 4. On the last leg of his journey across the North and the Midlands, Robbie faces issues with ice on the Grand Union Canal. He takes on Foxton’s famous lock flight in Leicestershire and completes his journey in the picturesque village Braunston, Northamptonshire, regarded as the spiritual home for narrowboaters.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 22/04/2023

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Derren Brown: Showman (Channel 4/HD | 9:00pm to 11:30pm | Sunday 23rd April 2023)

This one-off special brings Derren Brown’s record-breaking, five-star show to TV. Written by Derren Brown, Andrew O’Connor and Andy Nyman, the award-winning team behind Miracle, Svengali and Derren’s BAFTA-winning Channel 4 specials, the critically acclaimed Showman is probably Derren’s most personal show to date.

Britain’s Most Luxurious Train Journeys (More4 | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 24th April 2023)

A trip aboard Scotland’s high-speed Midland Pullman train, which travels through the Perthshire town of Pitlochry, and the resort of Aviemore in the Cairngorms National Park. Passengers include a couple celebrating their anniversary, a mother bidding farewell to her daughter, and a woman who shares her alopecia story.

The Architecture The Railways Built (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 25th April 2023)

Leeds. Series 4, episode 9. Tim Dunn explores the birthplace of British locomotive manufacturing – Leeds, starting at the Round Foundry.

Britain by Steam (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 25th April 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

John Sergeant, Peter Davison and Paul Middleton travel from London to Scotland using only the power of steam. From barges and paddle boats to steam trains and traction engines, the trio use a wide range of steam machines to make their way up the country, and learn about the history and engineering genius of the machines they are travelling on along the way. Peter, John and Paul begin their journey in Greenwich, London, before traveling to Kings Cross station in an open-topped 1909 Stanley Steam car. Finally, they board The Duchess of Sutherland steam train to Stevenage where they view the fascinating vintage planes at the Shuttleworth Museum.

Race Across the World (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 26th April 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

For the sixth leg of the race, the pairs must brush up on their language skills as the next stop is at the heart of French-speaking Canada, the capital of its largest province, Quebec. To get there, the teams must navigate through Canada’s most densely inhabited region. For the first time in the race, transport and accommodation choices will be plentiful – but potentially damaging for dwindling budgets.

Late Night Lycett (Channel 4/HD | 10:00pm to 11:05pm | Friday 28th April 2023)

Host Joe Lycett catches up with celebrities and big-name guests from the worlds of comedy, television, music and film in a lively chat show, direct from Birmingham.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

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