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106: BBC FOUR HD

Sat Dec 06
TOTP: Christmas 1984

Today 02:25 - 03:25

Christmas special with Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Howard Jones, Duran Duran, Nik Kershaw, Culture Club, Thompson Twins, Jim Diamond, Wham!, Paul Young, George Michael and Band Aid. [S]

This is BBC Four

Today 03:25 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Today 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Today 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

Snooker: UK Championship

Today 19:00 - 19:30

Live coverage from day 8 of the 2025 UK Snooker Championship. [S] [HD]

All Creatures Great and Small

Today 19:30 - 20:20

7/12. James rescues a client from imminent arrest, while Siegfried's old pal Stewie helps with an emergency operation. [S]

All Creatures Great and Small

Today 20:20 - 21:10

8/12. Mrs Pettinger's cat goes missing, and Rosie still wants to be a vet, even after helping to 'ring the bull'. [S]

All Creatures Great and Small

Today 21:10 - 22:00

9/12. Siegfried finds out who shot Jacob Pearson's dog and decides to resolve the situation by dealing with the culprit himself. [S]

Mystery Road: Origin

Today 22:00 - 22:55

1/6. Detective Jay Swan's homecoming is greeted by guns and friction with his father. Contains strong language. [S] [HD]

Mystery Road: Origin

Today 22:55 - 23:55

2/6. Confronting neo-Nazis is almost as challenging as attending a social event for Jay, while a cold case intrigues lawyer Anousha. Contains some strong language. [S] [HD]

Parkinson

Today 23:55 - 00:55

Michael Parkinson talks to Dame Judi Dench, comedian Peter Kay and zoologist and TV presenter Charlotte Uhlenbroek. With music from Will Young. [S]

Sun Dec 07
All Creatures Great and Small

Tomorrow 00:55 - 01:45

7/12. James rescues a client from imminent arrest, while Siegfried's old pal Stewie helps with an emergency operation. [S]

All Creatures Great and Small

Tomorrow 01:45 - 02:35

8/12. Mrs Pettinger's cat goes missing, and Rosie still wants to be a vet, even after helping to 'ring the bull'. [S]

All Creatures Great and Small

Tomorrow 02:35 - 03:25

9/12. Siegfried finds out who shot Jacob Pearson's dog and decides to resolve the situation by dealing with the culprit himself. [S]

This is BBC Four

Tomorrow 03:25 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Tomorrow 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Tomorrow 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

Doctor Who: The Sea Devils

Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:30

A re-edited, feature-length version of the classic 1972 Doctor Who story that introduced audiences to the formidable aquatic species the Sea Devils. [S,AD] [HD]

Sammy Davis Jr at the BBC

Tomorrow 20:30 - 21:30

A collection of some of Sammy Davis Jr's finest moments on British television - showing off his unbeatable talents as singer and raconteur. [S] [HD]

An Evening with Sammy Davis Jr

Tomorrow 21:30 - 22:30

A compilation of the best of Sammy Davis Jr's 1960s performances for the BBC, including classic songs like My Funny Valentine and impersonations of some well-known stars. [S]

Life of a Mountain: A Year on Blencathra

Tomorrow 22:30 - 23:30

A look at the lives of residents and visitors to Blencathra in the Lake District. [S] [HD]

Woolly Mammoth: Secrets from the Ice

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:30

Professor Alice Roberts reveals the natural history of the woolly mammoth. [S,AD] [HD]

Mon Dec 08
The Truth about Christmas Carols

Monday 00:30 - 01:30

Composer Howard Goodall uncovers the surprising and often secret history of the Christmas carol including how, over the centuries, carols have been banned by both church and state. [S] [HD]

Sammy Davis Jr at the BBC

Monday 01:30 - 02:30

A collection of some of Sammy Davis Jr's finest moments on British television - showing off his unbeatable talents as singer and raconteur. [S] [HD]

Doctor Who: The Sea Devils

Monday 02:30 - 04:00

A re-edited, feature-length version of the classic 1972 Doctor Who story that introduced audiences to the formidable aquatic species the Sea Devils. [S,AD] [HD]

This is BBC Four

Monday 04:00 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Monday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Monday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

Winter Walks: The Rev Richard Coles

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

The Rev Richard Coles goes on a winter walk through the historic landscape of the North York Moors. [S,AD] [HD]

Winter Walks: Amanda Owen

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

For her Winter Walk, Amanda Owen, the 'Yorkshire Shepherdess', wanders across the Dales and describes what life is like living and working in this dramatic and wild landscape. [S,AD] [HD]

Winter's Weirdest Events

Monday 20:00 - 21:00

Using state-of-the-art science, expert analysis and eyewitness accounts, Chris Packham unravels some of the strangest winter stories our planet has to offer. [S,AD] [HD]

The Secret Life of the Mona Lisa

Monday 21:00 - 22:00

3/3. Alan Yentob tells the story of the most famous work of art in the world - the Mona Lisa. He discovers who she is, and why she is smiling. [S,AD]

Britain's Pompeii: A Village Lost in Time

Monday 22:00 - 23:00

Alice Roberts joins the team excavating a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age village in the Fens. [S,AD] [HD]

On Camera: Photographers at the BBC

Monday 23:00 - 00:00

Drawing on the BBC's rich archive, this documentary reveals the working practices, lives and opinions of some of the greatest photographers of the last 60 years. [S] [HD]

Tue Dec 09
The Magical World of Julia Donaldson

Tuesday 00:00 - 01:00

A celebration of the life and work of Julia Donaldson and the remarkable cast of characters that have sprung from her imagination. [S,AD] [HD]

Winter Walks: The Rev Richard Coles

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:30

The Rev Richard Coles goes on a winter walk through the historic landscape of the North York Moors. [S,AD] [HD]

Winter Walks: Amanda Owen

Tuesday 01:30 - 02:00

For her Winter Walk, Amanda Owen, the 'Yorkshire Shepherdess', wanders across the Dales and describes what life is like living and working in this dramatic and wild landscape. [S,AD] [HD]

Woolly Mammoth: Secrets from the Ice

Tuesday 02:00 - 03:00

Professor Alice Roberts reveals the natural history of the woolly mammoth. [S,AD] [HD]

Winter's Weirdest Events

Tuesday 03:00 - 04:00

Using state-of-the-art science, expert analysis and eyewitness accounts, Chris Packham unravels some of the strangest winter stories our planet has to offer. [S,AD,SL] [HD]

This is BBC Four

Tuesday 04:00 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Tuesday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Tuesday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

Winter Walks: Alastair Campbell

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

Political veteran Alastair Campbell explores the snow-covered Yorkshire Dales and meets those who call the hills home. He also discusses how walking helps with his mental health. [S,AD] [HD]

Christmas University Challenge

Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00

5/10. Four alumni of the University of Hull face four graduates of the University of the West of England. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions. [S] [HD]

Yes, Prime Minister

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30

6/8. Classic sitcom about a beleaguered PM. Jim Hacker begins to wonder whether the government runs the Foreign Office, or vice versa. [S]

Yes, Prime Minister

Tuesday 20:30 - 21:00

7/8. Classic political comedy. Jim must recommend the appointment of bishops to the Queen, but he is not keen on the two offered by the church. [S]

Killer Storms and Cruel Winters

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

The History of Extreme Weather. 2/6. Lucie Green looks back through Britain's most turbulent and dramatic weather history. [S,AD] [HD]

The Hidden Children of Ruinerwold Farm

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:45

3/4. As their father's trial starts, the children unpack the painful allegations of abuse. Contains scenes which some viewers may find disturbing. [S] [HD]

The Hidden Children of Ruinerwold Farm

Tuesday 22:45 - 23:35

4/4. As their father's physical and mental state delays the trial, the older children regroup. Contains some strong language and disturbing scenes. [S] [HD]

A Slow Odyssey: A Cheetah's Hunt

Tuesday 23:35 - 00:05

3/3. Documentary following three young cheetah siblings as they set out across the savannah in Namibia in search of prey. [S] [HD]

Wed Dec 10
Winter Walks: Alastair Campbell

Wednesday 00:05 - 00:35

Political veteran Alastair Campbell explores the snow-covered Yorkshire Dales and meets those who call the hills home. He also discusses how walking helps with his mental health. [S,AD] [HD]

The Truth about Christmas Carols

Wednesday 00:35 - 01:35

Composer Howard Goodall uncovers the surprising and often secret history of the Christmas carol including how, over the centuries, carols have been banned by both church and state. [S] [HD]

The Secret Life of the Mona Lisa

Wednesday 01:35 - 02:35

3/3. Alan Yentob tells the story of the most famous work of art in the world - the Mona Lisa. He discovers who she is, and why she is smiling. [S,AD]

Life of a Mountain: A Year on Blencathra

Wednesday 02:35 - 03:35

A look at the lives of residents and visitors to Blencathra in the Lake District. [S,SL] [HD]

This is BBC Four

Wednesday 03:35 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Wednesday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Wednesday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

Winter Walks: The Rev Kate Bottley

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

Walking along the banks of the River Cover and exploring the historic ruins of Wensleydale, the Rev Kate Bottley speaks frankly about her faith on a Winter Walk through Yorkshire. [S,AD] [HD]

Christmas University Challenge

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

6/10. In the penultimate heat of the alumni tournament, teams representing UCL and the University of Aberdeen compete for a place in the semi-finals. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions. [S] [HD]

Iceland: Land of Ice and Fire - Natural World

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

5/10. A look at Iceland through the eyes of the animals and people that have made it their home. [S,AD] [HD]

Cumbria's Red Squirrels

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

Film following Cumbria's red squirrels throughout the seasons and revealing the work of some of the many people who ensure they continue to thrive and survive. [S] [HD]

To Walk Invisible

Wednesday 22:00 - 00:00

Period drama telling the story of writers Charlotte, Emily and Anne Bronte and their extraordinary battle for recognition. Contains some strong language and some scenes of a sexual nature. [S,AD] [HD]

Thu Dec 11
Winter Walks: The Rev Kate Bottley

Thursday 00:00 - 00:30

Walking along the banks of the River Cover and exploring the historic ruins of Wensleydale, the Rev Kate Bottley speaks frankly about her faith on a Winter Walk through Yorkshire. [S,AD] [HD]

Cumbria's Red Squirrels

Thursday 00:30 - 01:30

Film following Cumbria's red squirrels throughout the seasons and revealing the work of some of the many people who ensure they continue to thrive and survive. [S] [HD]

Killer Storms and Cruel Winters

Thursday 01:30 - 02:30

The History of Extreme Weather. 2/6. Lucie Green looks back through Britain's most turbulent and dramatic weather history. [S,AD,SL]

Iceland: Land of Ice and Fire - Natural World

Thursday 02:30 - 03:30

5/10. A look at Iceland through the eyes of the animals and people that have made it their home. [S,AD,SL]

This is BBC Four

Thursday 03:30 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Thursday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Thursday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

Winter Walks: Nihal Arthanayake

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

BBC presenter and radio host Nihal Arthanayake explores coast and countryside around the Cumbria and Lancashire border, embracing moments of solitude and reflection along the way. [S,AD] [HD]

Christmas University Challenge

Thursday 19:30 - 20:00

7/10. Graduates of the University of Bristol play former students of Cardiff in the final heat. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions. [S] [HD]

Bletchley Park: Codebreaking's Forgotten Genius

Thursday 20:00 - 21:00

Documentary looking at Gordon Welchman, a codebreaker crucial to the allies defeating the Nazis in World War II. Filmed extensively at Bletchley Park. [S,AD] [HD]

Talking Pictures: Psycho

Thursday 21:00 - 21:40

Celia Imrie takes a journey in the BBC's archives to tell the story of one of the most acclaimed films of all time, Alfred Hitchcock's groundbreaking 1960 horror, Psycho. [S] [HD]

Psycho

Thursday 21:40 - 23:25

A secretary on the run checks into a motel managed by a man living alone with his mother. Contains some violence and some upsetting scenes. [1960] [S] [HD]

Judgment at Nuremberg

Thursday 23:25 - 02:20

Fictional account of the trial of four German judges accused of crimes against humanity. Contains scenes which some viewers may find upsetting. [1961] [S] [HD]

Fri Dec 12
Winter Walks: Nihal Arthanayake

Friday 02:20 - 02:50

BBC presenter and radio host Nihal Arthanayake explores coast and countryside around the Cumbria and Lancashire border, embracing moments of solitude and reflection along the way. [S,AD] [HD]

Britain's Pompeii: A Village Lost in Time

Friday 02:50 - 03:50

Alice Roberts joins the team excavating a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age village in the Fens. [S,AD,SL] [HD]

This is BBC Four

Friday 03:50 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Friday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Friday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

TOTP: 1998

Friday 19:00 - 19:35

Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 20 November 1998 and featuring East 17, Steps, James, Pras, Robbie Williams, Madonna, Stereophonics and Cher. [S]

TOTP: 1998

Friday 19:35 - 20:00

Jayne Middlemiss presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 27 November 1998 and featuring Steps, The Corrs, Vengaboys, Sash! feat Shannon, Ruff Driverz, Five and Cher. [S]

TOTP: 1998

Friday 20:00 - 20:30

Kate Thornton presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 4 December 1998 and featuring Boyzone, All Saints, Vonda Shepard, Steps, Faithless, Madonna and Cher. [S]

TOTP: 1988 Christmas Special

Friday 20:30 - 21:30

Gary Davies, Bruno Brookes and Anthea Turner present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 25 December 1988 and featuring Pet Shop Boys, Cliff Richard and Enya. [S]

Dionne Warwick at the BBC

Friday 21:30 - 23:00

A retrospective to mark the 80th birthday in 2020 of legendary singer Dionne Warwick that looks back at her best performances over the years at the BBC. [S] [HD]

Dionne Warwick: Don't Make Me Over

Friday 23:00 - 00:30

Revealing the story behind the real Dionne Warwick, an artist who took charge of her own career to become the soundtrack for generations. [S] [HD]

Sat Dec 13
Fern Britton Meets... Dionne Warwick

Saturday 00:30 - 01:30

5/5. Fern talks to Dionne Warwick about her life and career, including her trailblazing battle against racism, the death of her cousin Whitney Houston and her enduring faith. [S] [HD]

Sounds of the 70s

Saturday 01:30 - 02:00

6/10. Performances from the kings and queens of soul, including Aretha Franklin, Billy Preston, Curtis Mayfield, Bill Withers, The Stylistics and Gil Scott-Heron. [S]

TOTP: 1998

Saturday 02:00 - 02:35

Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 20 November 1998 and featuring East 17, Steps, James, Pras, Robbie Williams, Madonna, Stereophonics and Cher. [S]

TOTP: 1998

Saturday 02:35 - 03:00

Jayne Middlemiss presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 27 November 1998 and featuring Steps, The Corrs, Vengaboys, Sash! feat Shannon, Ruff Driverz, Five and Cher. [S]

TOTP: 1988 Christmas Special

Saturday 03:00 - 04:00

Gary Davies, Bruno Brookes and Anthea Turner present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 25 December 1988 and featuring Pet Shop Boys, Cliff Richard and Enya. [S]

This is BBC Four

Saturday 04:00 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Saturday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm. [HD]

This is BBC Four

Saturday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm. [HD]

Jackanory: Judi Dench with The Tailor of Gloucester

Saturday 19:00 - 19:15

10/11. Judi Dench reads the classic story of The Tailor of Gloucester by Beatrix Potter. [S]

Jackanory: Alan Bennett with Alice through the Looking Glass

Saturday 19:15 - 19:25

Alan Bennett reads Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures through the Looking Glass. [S]

All Creatures Great and Small

Saturday 19:25 - 20:10

10/12. James is not pleased when, under Mrs Pumphrey's relentless pressure, Siegfried accepts that Tricki Woo should stay at Skeldale. [S]

All Creatures Great and Small

Saturday 20:10 - 21:05

11/12. Mrs Pumphrey's great-niece Angela comes to stay, and Tristan starts to take an unprecedented interest in Tricki-Woo's diet. [S]

All Creatures Great and Small

Saturday 21:05 - 21:55

12/12. 'Our Gracie' is treated for a mild skin disorder, and the partners attend a wedding. [S]

Mystery Road: Origin

Saturday 21:55 - 22:50

3/6. Ordered off the investigation, but still probing, Jay finds that family takes many forms, while a murder from Mary's past stirs anger. Contains some strong language. [S] [HD]

Mystery Road: Origin

Saturday 22:50 - 23:45

4/6. A confessed killer is in jail, but there are doubts they are truly guilty. Jay links Jack to a corporate fraud, and Max faces a new 'Ned Kelly'. Contains some strong language. [S] [HD]

Yes, Prime Minister

Saturday 23:45 - 00:20

6/8. Classic sitcom about a beleaguered PM. Jim Hacker begins to wonder whether the government runs the Foreign Office, or vice versa. [S]