Patriotic petrolheads Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May head on a trade mission to India, equipped with three old British cars and a range of uniquely British products. [S,AD]
North Pole Preschool: Larger-than-life baking competition. The baking teams attempt to capture the cuteness of the North Pole pals when they were only itty-bitty for the judges. [S] S4 Ep12
...Professionals: In Birmingham and Wolverhampton, Rodeos pit their American BBQ-themed grub against Smoking Bagels' pop-up Caribbean fest and Adian's Dining's fusion fare. (S2 Ep3/20) [S]
Tony Livesey sits in and takes your calls on the day's talking points, hearing views from across the UK. Call 08085 909693 (calls are free from mobiles and landlines).
Aled Jones brings you an hour of the biggest classical hits from the Classic FM Hall of Fame - the annual Top 300 chart voted for by you.
Mon, Dec 22, 9:00 am
Classic FM
60 mins
The Hairy Bikers Home For...
...Christmas. The Hairy Bikers serve up feel-good meat-free dishes for a welcome break from all that meat! And, Paul Martin joins them for some festive cheer. S1/Ep3
The game of words hosted by Adil Ray - trying to Lingo all the way against the reigning Lingo champions are mother and daughter Amanda and Emily and brothers Martyn and Stuart. [SL,S]
Sharpe's Eagle: Napoleonic War-based action-adventure. Wellesley orders Sharpe to ensure that an arranged mission involving an incompetent colonel's new regiment is a success. [S] S1 Ep2
Get your day off to a great start with a morning of innovative essentials for your home and garden. Call free on 0800 200 66 66 or visit www.musthaveideas.tv
The guys discover a 1977 Nissan Patrol 4WD to turn from a dusty worker into a beachside cruiser. Then they fall for a rare 1966 beauty: a MK1 Ford Cortina. S1/Ep8
Lori has kept a secret from her entourage and now it's time for the big reveal! Merchandise Director Dorothy tries on a wedding dress for the first time. S21/Ep1
The Daily Connect team bring you a great mix of news, features, interviews and music
Mon, Dec 22, 9:00 am
RNIB Connect
180 mins
Who Do You Think You Are?
Singer-songwriter Pixie Lott hopes to confirm a family story that she has Italian ancestry. Plus, she wonders whether there is music in her genes! S18/Ep2
Famous for a Day: Nostalgic medical drama. The hospital hosts a Christmas broadcast from the wards, Mr Harper has to join in with the festivities, and Dr Ormerod witnesses a miracle. [S,AD]
Colourful dramatisation of the birth, life and death of Christ, depicting the tensions between Herod's court and the Roman administration, and the execution of John the Baptist. Also in HD. [1961] [S]
New. Brotherly Love: Jimmi helps a woman who discovers that she has a sexually transmitted disease - despite her husband having died months ago - and Vivien addresses squabbling among the staff. [S]
A family film based on the picture book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. The story of a keen young dragon in his first years at Dragon School. Also in HD. [S,AD]
...David Harewood. David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. [S]
The Expedition Approximation: Sheldon and Raj try to find out if they could survive a dark-matter research expedition in a salt mine by simulating the conditions in a tunnel. (S8 Ep6) [AD,S]
The Einstein Approximation: Sheldon is baffled by a formula he's working on, so he gets a less mentally taxing job at the Cheesecake Factory to kick-start his creativity. (S3 Ep14) [AD,S]
The Hook-Up Reverberation: Raj's honesty about his past comes back to haunt him when his girlfriend Emily gives Penny the cold shoulder. The guys consider an investment. (S8 Ep4) [AD,S]
The Huston family are determined to restore a beautiful ornate fountain that hasn't worked in years. And Chris and Jolyon have just the 60 shutters to renovate. (S5 Ep26) [AD,S]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S1, ep 21) [S,AD]
The Christmas Picture: Ray thinks that a family portrait would make a great Christmas present for his parents, until Marie and Debra clash over who counts as 'family'. (S4 Ep11) [AD,S]
4/5. Emily Knight celebrates 60 years of James Bond on the big screen, with an alternative cast of Bond characters... from the animal kingdom. This time it's the Henchmen.
A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Swarzy .
Mon, Dec 22, 9:45 am
BBC Radio 4 Ex
15 mins
Something Special: We're All...
...Friends. Counting. Educational series using Makaton sign language. Mr Tumble counts fish with Fisherman Tumble, while Justin and his friends count animals at a wildlife park. Also in HD. [S]
Zog and Gadabout try to rescue Princess Pearl, who has been locked up in her uncle's castle. Based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Snow Much Fun: Larger-than-life baking competition. The teams serve up some cool cakes featuring snow-loving folks keeping it frosty and fun in a winter wonderland for the judges. [S] S4 Ep13
New. Raising the Roof: Julia gets entangled in a marital dispute but manages to find a way to make it beneficial to the gala, and Jimmi tries to find a celebrity guest for the event. [S]
Trevor has been visiting Kefalonia for 17 years and loves the island so much that he now wants his very own holiday home there. Can Laura Hamilton find a Grecian gem for his £175k? [S]
Bradley Walsh hosts the game show that asks contestants to complete a series of general knowledge questions faster than The Chaser, a brainbox of the highest order. (S14, ep 38) [S]
The Misinterpretation Agitation: A smitten doctor turns up at Penny's door after her flirtatious sales techniques for the pharmaceutical company work a little too well. (S8 Ep7) [AD,S]
In Bournemouth, David and AJ plan a South African menu - with bread in every course. Vinnie and Alex serve South American dishes. And Andrea and Wayne's Vietnamese night doesn't go to plan. [S]
The Focus Attenuation: The guys attempt to invent something of scientific importance but only come up with new and enjoyable ways to procrastinate. (S8 Ep5) [AD,S]
...Christmas. The Hairy Bikers prepare delicious festive party food, from a trio of canapes to porchetta pork loin. They're joined by special guest, Denise Lewis. S1/Ep4
Pandora has the best feel good music, and chances to win on our brilliant big-money games! Send a message to Pandora on your Alexa, just say... "Alexa, send a comment to Heart".
Teamful of Asha: A family team take on the Tenable Tower as they attempt to win 125,000 pounds. Can they land a Perfect 10 and take home the cash? Hosted by Sally Lindsay. [S] S5 Ep40
Magazine show with news and topical items, celebrity guests, expert advice, real-life stories, competitions and a mix of cookery, health, beauty, lifestyle and more. [S]
Declutter, save-space and turn chaotic mess into organised success with Jess's household storage essentials. Call free on 0800 200 66 66 or visit www.musthaveideas.tv
Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz travel all over America in search of the most interesting, rare and profit-bringing treasures, from old bangers to classic toys. S19/Ep13
Ralf Little heads to Orkney to investigate his grandfather's role in a major World War II battle and finds an international footballer in the family. S18/Ep7
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S1, ep 22) [S]
Breaking sports news, big name guests and opinionated debate on the day's top stories. Call the show on 03717 22 33 44 (Calls charged at national rate) or text 81089 (50p + charges).
Mon, Dec 22, 10:00 am
talkSPORT
180 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
Bottom Bump. Preschool series. The Teletubbies bottom-bounce on the Tubby Bouncy before wiggling their bottoms to a special bottom-bump song. Also in HD. [S]
Family adventure. Bickering best friends Colin and Howie go to the World Santa Championships, but a mysterious team is threatening to ruin Christmas - can the duo save the day? [S,AD]
Miracle on Third or Fourth Street: When his son Frederick decides to spend Christmas in Switzerland with Lilith, a dispirited Frasier looks set for a miserable festive season. (S1 Ep12) [AD,S]
Christmas Present: Ray buys Debra an extravagant Christmas present so that she'll let him go on a golfing weekend. But what if she's getting him a generous gift too? (S5 Ep11) [AD,S]
4/5. Ben and Kate bring a Christmas treat to a tapir who may be feeling a little lonely. Meanwhile, the keepers hope for a Christmas romance between a pair of porcupines. Also in HD. [S,AD]
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
...David Harewood. David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. [S]
The Prom Equivalency: The girls decide to re-enact their high school proms with their current partners on the roof of the apartment building. (S8 Ep8) [AD,S]
The Expedition Approximation: Sheldon and Raj try to find out if they could survive a dark-matter research expedition in a salt mine by simulating the conditions in a tunnel. (S8 Ep6) [AD,S]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S1, ep 23) [S,AD]
The controversial special of the motoring magazine that saw the boys chased out of Argentina! Jeremy, Richard and James drive three sports cars through spectacular Patagonia. [S,AD]
When That Shark Bites: Alex is frustrated by the return of Tom, who is ready to take control but unwilling to participate in surgery. Mubbs' overtures to Jess are ignored. [S]
Mon, Dec 22, 10:30 am
U&Drama+1
65 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
Stop the Monster Slime. The gang is in a sticky situation when Pierce's homemade slime swallows the whole town, leaving them trapped in the local shop and up to their necks in trouble. [S]
Frasier Grinch: Frasier's excited that his son Frederick is coming for Christmas, but Martin thinks a proper Christmas should mean more than just educational presents. (S3 Ep9) [AD,S]
The Vet. During a visit to the vet to get Triggs's sore paw looked at, Maddie makes some new musical friends, who soon reassure her that everything will be okay with her best buddy. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Dino-Mite Cakemas: Larger-than-life baking competition. Three teams of returning Big Bake champions seek another win as they serve up some jolly Jurassic cakes for the judges. [S] S4 Ep14
Barbara and Leigh met in Cyprus years ago, and now they want a holiday home there to suit the whole family. Can Ben show them a property that's an ideal match? [S]
Broadcasting icon Sarah Greene teams up with Jacqui to explore a three-bedroom terrace in Northampton, where the work is already underway. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Naga Munchetty features news, experiences, and big name interviews from around the UK. Join the conversation, text 85058 (charged at your standard message rate).
Mon, Dec 22, 11:00 am
BBC R5L
180 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Christmas Pudding. 2/5. Fanny shares her recipe for Christmas pudding and the method for making the old-fashioned 'round pudding'.
3/3. Rocketing prices and rents, a new homes shortage and a homelessness crisis. Vicky Spratt travels across Britain asking what went wrong with our housing and what can we do to fix it.
Warwick Davis hosts the game show where 10 is the magic number as contestants put their general knowledge to the test for a £125,000 jackpot prize. (S4, ep 15) [S]
The Septum Deviation: When Leonard has to have minor surgery on his nose, Sheldon is the one who seems to need sympathy. Raj is upset when his parents split up. (S8 Ep9) [AD,S]
In Bristol, Lee and Nicky serve an Italian menu, but are their portions too big? A scary doll joins the guests for dinner at Libby and Graham's. And Nico and Sky host a Mexican fiesta. [S]
The Misinterpretation Agitation: A smitten doctor turns up at Penny's door after her flirtatious sales techniques for the pharmaceutical company work a little too well. (S8 Ep7) [AD,S]
(1966) Raquel Welch - in her famous fur bikini - stars in this prehistoric adventure set in an inhospitable landscape populated by two warring tribes and Ray Harryhausen's roving dinosaurs. [S,W]
...Christmas. The Bikers add some winter sunshine to festivities with dishes such as turkey jambalaya and spicy lamb shank. Nicki Chapman joins them in the kitchen. S1/Ep5
...Millionaire? Celebrity Special. Jeremy Clarkson is on hand as Julie Hesmondhalgh and Tony Bellew find out if they have the 15 correct answers they need to win one million pounds. [S]
Magazine show with news and topical items, celebrity guests, expert advice, real-life stories, competitions and a mix of cookery, health, beauty, lifestyle and more. [S]
Sit back, relax and enjoy a selection of our favourite problem-solving must-haves from across our exciting range. Call free on 0800 200 66 66 or visit www.musthaveideas.tv
The Gold Timers fight back against gold thieves. Machinery problems continue to plague the Dust Devils, while Marcus is panicked when Linden goes missing. S6/Ep7
Nikita's dad has terminal cancer and fears he may not make her wedding in Cyprus. Having overcome mental illness, Lauren now seeks her dream wedding dress. S4/Ep1
Documentary series following Australia's traffic enforcers. Officers face high-speed chases, defiant hooligans, explosive crashes and out-of-control drunk drivers. (S9, ep 7) [S]
Miracle on Third or Fourth Street: When his son Frederick decides to spend Christmas in Switzerland with Lilith, a dispirited Frasier looks set for a miserable festive season. (S1 Ep12) [AD,S]
The Blue Carbuncle: Another case of the classic drama. A famous gem has been stolen, and Holmes's investigation starts when a commissionaire arrives on his doorstep with a goose. [S,AD] S1 Ep7
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
In Pembrokeshire, Henry Cole and Simon O'Brien meet a cattle breeder whose barns are brimming with treasure, and Phil, whose vintage pedal car makes the boys feel young at heart. (S6 Ep2) [AD,S]
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
The Champagne Reflection: Sheldon and Amy record the final episode of their internet show Fun with Flags. Penny tells Bernadette how her colleagues really feel about her. (S8 Ep10) [AD,S]
The Prom Equivalency: The girls decide to re-enact their high school proms with their current partners on the roof of the apartment building. (S8 Ep8) [AD,S]
Documentary series following Australia's traffic enforcers. Officers face high-speed chases, defiant hooligans, explosive crashes and out-of-control drunk drivers. (S9, ep 8) [S]
A daily teaching program hosted by Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart, discussing biblical genealogy, history, prophecy, and end-time events in a detailed verse-by-verse format.
Mon, Dec 22, 11:30 am
SonLife
30 mins
The Global Story
The Global Story: Where the world meets America.
Mon, Dec 22, 11:32 am
BBC World Sv.
27 mins
Stage Stars
Cast Announced. The Anything Goes cast list is out - but who will land the lead roles? Meanwhile, singer Max dreams of becoming a pop star. [S,AD]
Timmy's Scrapbook. Animated adventures of a lamb at nursery school. All the nursery pals put together scrapbooks of their most precious childhood memories. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Merry Christmas, Mrs. Moskowitz: A friendly woman comes to Frasier's rescue when he's out Christmas shopping. He offers to return the favour, but it doesn't go as he expects... (S6 Ep10) [AD,S]
Frasier Grinch: Frasier's excited that his son Frederick is coming for Christmas, but Martin thinks a proper Christmas should mean more than just educational presents. (S3 Ep9) [AD,S]
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
1/5. Diana Henry, one of food writing's finest, reads from her collected essays where she invites us to travel the world in her company, and delight in the ingredients that made her.
Amanpreet Goes Biking. Super speedy Amanpreet challenges her sister Amrit to a race around a muddy bike track. But who will win? And will they ever wash off all that mud? Also in HD. [S]
Jack: A festive special of the dating series. Jack from London dines with three women, who have each put together a pun-tastic three-course meal. [S,AD] S7 Ep26
Angie and Alan want to fulfil their dream of buying their very first property together on Spain's beautiful Orihuela Costa. Can Jasmine Harman find the perfect place for their £60k? [S]
This easy-to-use TV guide helps you find shows with Subtitles, Sign Language or Audio Description on compatible internet connected Freeview Play devices. Check your device at Freeview.co.uk/555
Today's show comes from Builth Wells in Mid Wales. Experts Ben Cooper and Kate Bliss shop with the reds and blues, and presenter Natasha Raskin Sharp goes bog snorkelling! Also in HD. [S]
This is BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra - bringing you even more live commentaries from the world's greatest sporting events. Listen on BBC Sounds.
Mon, Dec 22, 12:00 pm
BBC R5SX
360 mins
Lorraine Kelly
Lorraine Kelly and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.
Mon, Dec 22, 12:00 pm
BBC Radio 2
120 mins
A Child's Christmas
From Susan Cooper to Dylan Thomas and Raymond Briggs to Judith Kerr, Cerys Matthews explores the ways writers have been inspired to write Christmas through the eyes of a child.
Warwick Davis hosts the game show where 10 is the magic number as contestants put their general knowledge to the test for a £125,000 jackpot prize. (S4, ep 16) [S]
The Clean Room Infiltration: Amy hosts a Victorian Christmas Eve dinner, complete with party games. Raj, Leonard and Howard have pigeon problems. (S8 Ep11) [AD,S]
La Galleria 33 (Part 1/2): Gordon tries to help La Galleria 33, run by sisters Rita and Lisa, who blame the restaurant's failures on everything from tablecloths to the weather. (S6 Ep1) [S]
The Septum Deviation: When Leonard has to have minor surgery on his nose, Sheldon is the one who seems to need sympathy. Raj is upset when his parents split up. (S8 Ep9) [AD,S]
(1966) Raquel Welch - in her famous fur bikini - stars in this prehistoric adventure set in an inhospitable landscape populated by two warring tribes and Ray Harryhausen's roving dinosaurs. [S,W]
...Christmas. The Hairy Bikers cater to unexpected guests with quick last-minute dishes. And, they get into the spirit of the season with special guest, Jon Culshaw. S1/Ep6
Find information on new channels and how to get in touch with us. And if you are a Freeview Play viewer discover more shows on-demand and how to get the most out of your service.
...Millionaire? Celebrity Special. Jeremy Clarkson is back and on hand hoping that Steph McGovern and Dion Dublin have got what it takes to walk away with one million pounds. [S]
The Poseidon Crew are desperate to find fine gold to fund their expensive operation. Rookie team Jacqui and Andrew find gold nuggets in Queensland. S6/Ep8
Vivacious single-mom Dana is busy juggling a boyfriend, a jealous ex-husband, and a secret lover. But then, her life is cut short by someone close. S1/Ep1
Hubert Pawelkiewicz presents a mix of music and features
Mon, Dec 22, 12:00 pm
RNIB Connect
60 mins
Who Do You Think You Are?
Lesley Manville delves into Brighton's archives to uncover a moving love story. An ancestor's involvement in a riot reveals relatives in Australia. S19/Ep9
Documentary series following Australia's traffic enforcers. Officers face high-speed chases, defiant hooligans, explosive crashes and out-of-control drunk drivers. (S9, ep 9) [S]
The music and sermons of the Jimmy Swaggart Crusades from around the world. Featuring music by Brother Swaggart, John Starnes, Janet Paschal and the Crusade team.
The Point of Balance: Midsomer is buzzing with excitement at the arrival of the annual Paramount Dance Extravaganza, but deep-running feuds and passions lurk behind the scenes. [S,AD] S21 Ep1
(2020) Christmas romance with Jessica Lowndes. Hayley has a grudge with Paul and then her brother-in-law goes and brings him for Christmas. Can they get on for the sake of the holidays? [S]
The Copper Beeches: A governess seeks Holmes's advice on a job offer that requires her to cut her beautiful chestnut hair, wear a particular blue gown and sit by a window. [S,AD] S1 Ep8
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
Silas's First Day. It's Silas and his classmates' first full day at school! There are lots of things to explore, new friends to make and teachers to meet. Also in HD. [S,AD]
The Space Probe Disintegration: Howard tries to calm a stressed Raj, who is anxiously awaiting the arrival of some data from a space probe that he helped launch. (S8 Ep12) [AD,S]
The Champagne Reflection: Sheldon and Amy record the final episode of their internet show Fun with Flags. Penny tells Bernadette how her colleagues really feel about her. (S8 Ep10) [AD,S]
Join the Loose Women panellists as they interview celebrity guests and discuss the day's most topical issues, from current affairs to celebrity gossip and the latest showbiz news. [S]
North Kent. Clairvoyant and medium Yvette Tamara hosts the first night, which gets off to a spooky start when two of her guests find a ghostbusting machine. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Cat Maurice comes up with a money-making scam when he meets a group of talking rats. Sky Original animation with the voices of Hugh Laurie and Emilia Clarke. (2022) [S,AD]
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
Suspended Machines. Series for young children that celebrates lots of different amazing machines. In this episode, Grace shows off three amazing suspended machines! Also in HD. [S]
Merry Christmas, Mrs. Moskowitz: A friendly woman comes to Frasier's rescue when he's out Christmas shopping. He offers to return the favour, but it doesn't go as he expects... (S6 Ep10) [AD,S]
Patricia and Mark have set their sights on moving to beautiful Lazio in Italy. Laura Hamilton shows them what £330k can buy, but will they find the perfect place? [S]
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
Fiona Talkington offers a selection of music-making reflecting Christmas in the home alongside festive concert recordings from Germany and from our own BBC Philharmonic Orchestra.
Now You See Me. Iain plans to use Tracey's gift of invisibility for all the wrong reasons. Ken, Jack and Martin go ghost hunting in the spooky tunnels. [S,AD]
Umbrella. Dee encourages a friend to say 'umbrella', and we go on a whirlwind word adventure. We see lots of different types of umbrella - rainy, sunny and even dancing ones! Also in HD. [S]
Bradley Walsh hosts the game show that asks contestants to complete a series of general knowledge questions faster than The Chaser, a brainbox of the highest order. (S9, ep 1) [S]
The Anxiety Optimization: When Sheldon gets stuck in a rut with his research, he asks his friends to cure his mental block by raising his stress levels. (S8 Ep13) [AD,S]
The Clean Room Infiltration: Amy hosts a Victorian Christmas Eve dinner, complete with party games. Raj, Leonard and Howard have pigeon problems. (S8 Ep11) [AD,S]
...Christmas. The Hairy Bikers have the perfect culinary solution for lazy days after Christmas, with dishes such as turkey tortilla soup. Sally Lindsay is their special guest. S1/Ep7
With its kaleidoscope of colours, Garnet is one of the most beautiful gems we have here at Gemporia. Explore its beauty in full during our live auction!
Matt has the best feel good music, and chances to win on our brilliant big-money games! Send a message to Matt on your Alexa, just say... "Alexa, send a comment to Heart".
Childhood sweethearts Bianca and Ky - and husband-and-wife team Charlie and Helen - hope that Ant and Dec can give away the biggest cash prize in quiz show history this time. [S,AD] S3 Ep2
Animated action-adventure film featuring the voices of Hugh Jackman and Kate Winslet, 2006. An uptown London rat gets flushed down a toilet and ends up in the sewers of the city. [S,AD]
North Kent. Data analyst John has a passion for military re-enactment and barks orders at the dinner table. But not everyone likes his Filipino pork stew and psychedelic dessert. (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
The Young Guns rethink their black opal hunt when they face impenetrable mine walls. The Blacklighters' ambitious plan is threatened as their generator dies. S5/Ep14
A soldier dies in a brutal attack during a night out with her unit. Police determine if a secret fear she told her mum is the motive for her murder. S12/Ep2
A motorcyclist needs specialist care when he breaks both of his arms. Plus, a young goalkeeper is knocked down on his way back from playing football. S1/Ep2
A serving of sports news, guests and a sideways look at the big stories of the day. Call the show on 03717 22 33 44 (Calls charged at national rate) or text 81089 (50p + charges).
Mon, Dec 22, 1:00 pm
talkSPORT
180 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Your Christmas Bird. 1/5. Fanny presents a collection of traditional Christmas recipes.
(1999) The Muppets are back in another feature-length adventure as Gonzo, convinced that he is of alien origin, struggles to communicate with his family in outer space. [AD,S,W]
Maze. The Alphablocks manage to find their way out of a maze by learning to read signs with helpful words written on them: NO, GO, GO TO and GO IN. Also in HD. [S]
...Concert. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's iconic rock opera comes to life on stage in New York, with an all-star cast including John Legend and Alice Cooper. [S]
Melbourne: The normally tranquil streets of East Melbourne are transformed into a festival of gravity racing as 56 teams are challenged by a ferocious course littered with obstacles. [S]
Potted Plant Parade. Toad needs another potted plant for the flower show after he drops the first one - it needs eight flowers on it for the competition. Also in HD. [S]
(2020) Christmas romance with Jessica Lowndes. Hayley has a grudge with Paul and then her brother-in-law goes and brings him for Christmas. Can they get on for the sake of the holidays? [S]
Mon, Dec 22, 1:15 pm
Channel 4+1
105 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Christmas Pudding. 2/5. Fanny shares her recipe for Christmas pudding and the method for making the old-fashioned 'round pudding'.
Colour Wheels. The Colourblocks discover a series of colour wheels. But where should they sit on them? Learn which colours go next to each other. Also in HD. [S]
Gordon Buchanan heads to the Rocky Mountains in search of wild horses. Finding two stallions battling over a herd, Gordon immerses himself in their world, hoping to win their trust. Also in HD. [S,AD]
House Trap. While Lystra and Hendrick attend their first school parents' evening, Pickle, Mia and Roland become trapped in Pickle's house, and her magic makes the floor turn to lava! [S,AD]
The Tooth Brushing Badge. Duggee and the Squirrels meet a lion with unfortunate breath and teach him a special song to help him learn how to brush his teeth. Also in HD. [S,AD]
The Troll Manifestation: Leonard and Sheldon co-publish a physics paper but are forced to defend themselves against negative comments from an online critic. (S8 Ep14) [AD,S]
The Space Probe Disintegration: Howard tries to calm a stressed Raj, who is anxiously awaiting the arrival of some data from a space probe that he helped launch. (S8 Ep12) [AD,S]
The latest headlines from around the world at lunchtime with reports and analysis from ITV's Correspondents, all of which are followed by a national weather forecast. [S]
Join the Loose Women panellists as they interview celebrity guests and discuss the day's most topical issues, from current affairs to celebrity gossip and the latest showbiz news. [S]
Sharpe's Gold: Napoleonic War-based action-adventure. Summer 1813 - an angry Sharpe goes in search of British infantrymen who failed to prevent a French retreat from a recent battle. [S] S3 Ep1
Datshiane Navanayagam talks to a French heiress and a Nigerian business consultant about using their wealth to help others thrive.
Mon, Dec 22, 1:32 pm
BBC World Sv.
27 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
North Kent. Competitive project manager Yemi Christopher-Soares adds some heat to the competition with a Nigerian-inspired menu. But is her main too spicy for her guests? (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Science. Animated series about a group of singing potatoes. The potatoes explore science in this new wave music video. From bugs to electricity, science is all around us! Also in HD. [S]
Blair Castle: James' culinary tour continues in Scotland with a trip to Blair Castle in the Highlands, where he's joined by top Michelin-starred chef Tom Kitchin. [S,AD] S1 Ep2
The story behind the creation of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol, the tale that would redefine the season. Stars Dan Stevens, Christopher Plummer and Jonathan Pryce. (2017)
...Trousers. Oscar-winning claymation. Wallace and his canine companion Gromit become embroiled in a jewellery heist after a mysterious penguin rents a room in their house. Also in HD. [1993] [S,AD]
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
New. Libby and Denise's tentative peace is threatened by a dark declaration from Owen, while Tanya suspects Max may be up to his old tricks. [S]
Mon, Dec 22, 1:50 pm
U&Drama+1
35 mins
Live Football: Mali v Zambia
Africa Cup of Nations coverage. The Eagles and the Copper Bullets are evenly matched down the years. Mali are slight favourites here but Zambia have won this tournament, so deserve respect. [S]
Adam Fleming sits in with political guests, the key news of the day, and your views on the issues that matter to you. Text 85058 (charged at your standard message rate).
Mon, Dec 22, 2:00 pm
BBC R5L
120 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
Hosts Richard Hammond and Amanda Byram set 20 brave and bonkers contestants loose on an extreme obstacle course in Argentina with the chance of winning £10,000. [S]
Retired vicar Annie is swapping her life in the UK for the all-year-round sunshine and warmth of glorious Lanzarote. Can Lee Juggurnauth find her the perfect place for her £150k budget? [S]
Anne-Marie Minhall presents her own selection of classical music favourites, including the Hall of Fame 3 at 3 - three pieces of music from the Classic FM Hall of Fame chart.
The Comic Book Store Regeneration: The gang prepare for the reopening of Stuart's comic book shop. Penny teaches Sheldon to 'let it go' when he is irritated. (S8 Ep15) [AD,S]
...Revenge: In this festive revisit some of the brides recall their nuptials and get their own back on the grooms for dropping wedding clangers with a yuletide set of embarrassing forfeits. [S]
The Anxiety Optimization: When Sheldon gets stuck in a rut with his research, he asks his friends to cure his mental block by raising his stress levels. (S8 Ep13) [AD,S]
...Christmas. The Bikers give leftovers a new lease of life with dishes including Christmas pudding trifle and tartiflette. Gloria Hunniford joins them in the kitchen. S1/Ep8
Ben Shephard pits four players against a mesmerising machine. There are mystery prizes and a jaw-dropping jackpot up for grabs in this thrill-packed quiz. [S]
Send in the Clowns: Things take a gruesome turn when Ferrabees Circus comes to town, bringing with it a chain of sinister clown sightings, threats and deadly circus acts. [S,AD] S20 Ep6
The Bushmen discover a hidden shaft by falling straight down into it. The Young Guns are forced to undertake emergency repairs halfway down a mine shaft. S5/Ep15
Nursing student Michelle Le vanishes without a trace. Police discover CCTV footage of her car driving around a parking lot, but who is the driver? S2/Ep3
(1999) The Muppets are back in another feature-length adventure as Gonzo, convinced that he is of alien origin, struggles to communicate with his family in outer space. [AD,S,W]
Three. Preschool series. Laa-Laa has fun counting to three: 1, 2, 3 rabbits, 1, 2, 3 flowers and 1, 2, 3 trees! Laa-Laa even counts three Teletubbies: Tinky Winky, Dipsy and Po. Also in HD. [S]
Animated action-adventure film featuring the voices of Hugh Jackman and Kate Winslet, 2006. An uptown London rat gets flushed down a toilet and ends up in the sewers of the city. [S,AD]
Oslo: Fearless Norwegian soapbox racers conquer Torshovdalen Park in Oslo as they try to master a treacherous water feature, a challenging berm, and a startlingly steep finish. [S]
Final episode of the popular Scots-Asian corner shop comedy. Dave becomes rich after selling a valuable Moving Alan figure. Written by and starring Sanjeev Kohli & Donald Mcleary.
Action-adventure film sequel starring Jeff Goldblum and Julianne Moore, 1997. A research team's observation project on the newly-released dinosaurs of Jurassic Park is threatened. [S,AD]
A look back at the life of the actor Omar Sharif, who died in July 2015 at the age of 83. Featuring archive interviews with the BBC and contributions from director David Lean. Also in HD. [S]
New. Ronnie tries to relive her past, but there is a nasty surprise waiting in the wings. A surprise visitor throws Dot into turmoil, and Mystic Mo has a prediction for Charlie. [S]
The Intimacy Acceleration: When the gang hear about an experiment designed to make participants fall in love, Sheldon and Penny put it to the test as a joke. (S8 Ep16) [AD,S]
The Troll Manifestation: Leonard and Sheldon co-publish a physics paper but are forced to defend themselves against negative comments from an online critic. (S8 Ep14) [AD,S]
The latest headlines from around the world at lunchtime with reports and analysis from ITV's Correspondents, all of which are followed by a national weather forecast. [S]
Mon, Dec 22, 2:30 pm
ITV1+1
10 mins
New: Christmas Carole
A modern take on the Charles Dickens' tale, following the life of a Christmas-hating businesswoman whose money maker her more miserly. Suranne Jones stars. [S,AD]
A limbless sepsis survivor battles impossible odds for a life-changing double hand transplant. But as her long-awaited operation finally arrives, it nearly kills her all over again.
North Kent. Party-loving Lisa Townend hosts the final night with a mysterious menu of French fancies and innovative human roulette entertainment. (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
Blair Castle: James' culinary tour continues in Scotland with a trip to Blair Castle in the Highlands, where he's joined by top Michelin-starred chef Tom Kitchin. [S,AD] S1 Ep2
Animated short based on the popular Kung Fu Panda franchise. Po is to host an annual winter holiday feast, but he struggles to meet the expectations of his friends and family. [S]
(1997) Family fantasy comedy-adventure starring Jim Broadbent and Celia Imrie. A family of miniscule people live beneath the floorboards of a regular-sized family's house. [S,W]
The story behind the creation of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol, the tale that would redefine the season. Stars Dan Stevens, Christopher Plummer and Jonathan Pryce. (2017)
Oscar-winning epic. A doctor and poet falls in love with the mistress of a political opportunist, but their romance is disrupted by the social upheaval surrounding them. Also in HD. [1965] [S,AD]
Hosts Richard Hammond and Amanda Byram set 20 brave and bonkers contestants loose on an extreme obstacle course in Argentina with the chance of winning £10,000. [S]
It's Monday, and Jaz Singh is here to help you face the one thing you've been putting off. And for the tenth day of mini mixes, AP Pistol is wishing you Tidings of Tafro!
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
Festive HQ is full of Christmas magic and the sweet scent of gingerbread, as three brilliant bakers compete in Kirstie's best gingerbread house competition. (S11 Ep9) [AD,S]
Retired vicar Annie is swapping her life in the UK for the all-year-round sunshine and warmth of glorious Lanzarote. Can Lee Juggurnauth find her the perfect place for her £150k budget? [S]
The Colonization Application: Amy learns that Sheldon has applied to take part in a one-way mission to colonise Mars. Leonard surprises Penny with a gift. (S8 Ep17) [AD,S]
Jeff Platt, the president and CEO of a chain of indoor trampoline parks, goes undercover in his own company, to find out whether his fast-growing business is running smoothly. (S5 Ep15/15) [S]
The Comic Book Store Regeneration: The gang prepare for the reopening of Stuart's comic book shop. Penny teaches Sheldon to 'let it go' when he is irritated. (S8 Ep15) [AD,S]
...Christmas. The Hairy Bikers show off with glamorous festive dishes, such as lobster mac and cheese, to impress any guest. Russell Grant joins them in the kitchen. S1/Ep9
Most Eggcellent: A team of workmates from Devon attempt to top the Tenable tower and win a big cash prize by answering Top 10 list questions. Quiz show hosted by Sally Lindsay. [S] S5 Ep4
Henry and mechanic Sam visit two amazing sets of sheds in the West Country and Oxfordshire, in search of a vintage treasure to buy, restore and sell. S1/Ep5
The team fly to an isolated house where a man is in cardiac arrest. In Scarborough, an electric bike crash leaves a patient with an open leg fracture. S2/Ep2
Miracle on 34th Street: The concept of Miracle on 34th Street, asks a simple question. What would happen if Santa Claus strolled into New York in the lead-up to Christmas? (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
The preaching Ministry of Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart. This show is taken from Church services recorded live at Family Worship Center Church in Baton Rouge, LA.
The Moving Finger: Joan Hickson stars in a feature-length adaptation of Christie's mystery. Gerry Burton and his sister arrive in the village of Lymston, where murder awaits. [S,AD]
Conversations with people shaping our world. The best interviews from the BBC.
Mon, Dec 22, 3:06 pm
BBC World Sv.
24 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
The Un-Quest. When the heroes go on a quest to help a cute little squirrel, they soon realise she is not who she appears to be, and have to un-quest their quest. [S,AD]
The competition kicks off at Abbey House in Penrith, Cumbria, where Ian Sugden and his wife Sam treat their guests to an afternoon on the firing range and fancy bacon for breakfast. [S]
Bob and Paul revisit the River Wye in Herefordshire - having fished the Middle Wye for barbel before, this time they head to the spectacular Lower Wye to fish for chub. [S,AD]
Action-adventure film sequel starring Jeff Goldblum and Julianne Moore, 1997. A research team's observation project on the newly-released dinosaurs of Jurassic Park is threatened. [S,AD]
Fantasy adventure film starring Jeremy Sumpter and Jason Isaacs, 2003. A group of children are taken to a magical land by a mythical boy who is doing battle with an evil pirate. [S,AD]
Dog Days. When Dog is housebound with an injured paw, Mouse links a teddy bear to Dog's mind so that through the teddy, Dog can at least experience the great outdoors virtually. [S]
The Leftover Thermalization: A power cut at Mrs Wolowitz's house defrosts the last meal she prepared before her death, so the gang consume it in her honour. (S8 Ep18) [AD,S]
The Intimacy Acceleration: When the gang hear about an experiment designed to make participants fall in love, Sheldon and Penny put it to the test as a joke. (S8 Ep16) [AD,S]
Henry and Sam scour a Cornish surf shack and find custom bikes, surf buggies and weird and wonderful objects of all kinds. Will they make some cash in Cornwall? S1/Ep6
Mon, Dec 22, 3:30 pm
QUEST+1
30 mins
Whites Only
Freedom and community or organised hate? Tom Cheshire meets the people behind a self-declared whites-only town in rural Arkansas.
Narwhal Day. The gang is ready to celebrate Narwhal Day, one of their favourite holidays. However, they discover that it isn't a real holiday, just something Dad made up. [S]
Lisa Holloway prides herself on providing a home from home at Compton House in Newark, Nottinghamshire. But there are dusty discoveries, and Dave and Jo find the prices hard to swallow. [S]
(1997) Family fantasy comedy-adventure starring Jim Broadbent and Celia Imrie. A family of miniscule people live beneath the floorboards of a regular-sized family's house. [S,W]
Sharpe's Battle: Napoleonic War-based action-adventure. September 1813 - Sharpe and his men come across a scene of devastation in the town of Casa Antiga while in the Spanish hills. [S] S3 Ep2
First-ever episode of the much-loved sitcom that launched Smithy onto the scene! After being phone buddies for months, Gavin and Stacey arrange a rendezvous in London. [S,AD]
Family adventure. A group of children are evacuated to a Yorkshire village during the Second World War, where they encounter a young soldier who, like them, is far away from home. (2022)[AD,S]
...Leicester Tigers v Gloucester-Hartpury. Live coverage as Leicester Tigers and Gloucester-Hartpury square up in this cracking blockbuster of a fixture.
