Today's TV Thursday 06 October

bbc 1bbc 2utvchannel 4channel 5rte onerte 2virgin onetg 46AM to 6:30PM6.00BREAKFAST (S)9.15RIP OFF BRITAIN Consumer investigations. (S)10.00CRIMEWATCH LIVE (S)10.45PARAMEDICS ON SCENE (S)11.15HOMES UNDER THE HAMMER In the West Midlands, south Wales and Norwich. (S)12.15BARGAIN HUNT From Bath Racecourse. (S) (R)1.00BBC NEWS AT ONE; Weather (S)1.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)1.45DOCTORS Emma gets to know her new neighbour. (S)2.15LONDON KILLS A woman’s body is washed up from the Thames. (S) (R)3.00ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY In Cumbria or Lancashire. (S) (R)3.45ANTIQUES ROAD TRIP Roo Irvine and Mark Hill scour the Highlands and Islands for antiques. (S)4.30THE TOURNAMENT Knockout quiz, hosted by Alex Scott. (S)5.15POINTLESS Quiz show in which contestants try to score the fewest points possible by giving the least obvious correct answers to questions. Presented by Alexander Armstrong, with Sally Lindsay. (S)6.00BBC NEWS AT SIX; Weather (S)6.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)7PM7.00THE ONE SHOW Live magazine show featuring a mixture of celebrity chat and stories of interest. (S)7.30EASTENDERS Vinny visits his dad Nish in prison, and is surprised by his affection. Nish reminisces about old times, while Vinny is more interested to know why he was asked to be there. Meanwhile, Vinny arrives and, in a panic, Suki tells Eve to hide. (S)8PM8.00UNBREAKABLE New series. Rob Beckett hosts, as five famous faces and their partners are put through a series of mental, physical and emotional challenges to test their relationships, hoping to prove that there’s will prevail as the strongest. Taking part are Stephen Bailey, Denise Welch, Charlie Mullins, Simon Weston and Shanaze Reade. (S)9PM9.00AMBULANCE Paula and Phil attend a patient who is feeling suicidal. En route, things take a worrying turn as the patient starts showing signs of hallucinations and erratic behaviour. Call handler Olivia takes an emergency call for a patient struggling to breathe. Narrated by Christopher Eccleston. Last in the series. (S)10 PM10.00BBC NEWS AT TEN (S)10.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)10.40THE VIEW Mark Carruthers presents a review of the week’s political news, including reports on the latest events at Stormont and Westminster. Plus, comment and analysis with studio guests. (S)11PM11.20Question Time (S)12.20Newscast Political chat. (S)12.50Question of Sport (S) (R)1.20BBC News (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.30Escape to the Country (S) (R)7.15Antiques Road Trip (S) (R)8.00Sign Zone: Gardeners’ World (S) (R)9.00BBC News (S)10.00BBC News (S)12.15Politics Live (S)1.00Chase the Case (S) (R)1.45Eggheads (S) (R)2.15Glorious Gardens from Above (S) (R)3.00FLIPPING PROFIT (S) (R)3.45HOME IS WHERE THE ART IS (S) (R)4.30MURDER, MYSTERY AND MY FAMILY (S) (R)5.15FLOG IT! (S) (R)6.00RICHARD OSMAN’S HOUSE OF GAMES Toby Anstis, Kerry Howard, Evelyn Mok and Joe Sugg test their general knowledge skills in the week’s penultimate round of trivia-based games. (S)6.30STRICTLY: IT TAKES TWO Janette Manrara hosts all the backstage gossip from the world of Strictly. Also, more couples stop by with some exclusives about their dances. (S)7PM7.00VILLAGES BY THE SEA Ben Robinson visits Laxey on the Isle of Man to discover what drew Victorians to the tourist destination. (S)7.30IOLO: A WILD LIFE Iolo Williams recalls one of his first appearances on TV back in 1996 in which he was looking for black grouse on Ruabon Mountain. Last in the series. (S)8PM8.00SAVING LIVES AT SEA In Eastbourne, a routine day at the station changes in an instant when a boat catches fire just outside the harbour. In Trevone, north Cornwall, 18-year-old lifeguard Alfie races to the rescue of a surfer caught in a notorious rip current. On the Northumberland coast, the Blyth crew face a frantic search for a dog that’s been swept out by the tide. (S)9PM9.00REMARKABLE PLACES TO EAT Another host of leading food experts take Fred Sirieix to their favourite restaurants to explore what makes them so special. In this opening episode, Nadiya Hussain takes Fred to visit some of her beloved eateries around Yorkshire. Whilst on their journey, the pair sample traditional bakes and spicy samosas. (S) (R)10PM10.00THE ULSTER RUGBY SHOW Gavin Andrews and Tommy Bowe present a light-hearted look at the news, results and talking points around Ulster’s latest matches in the United Rugby Championship. (S)10.30NEWSNIGHT; Weather (S)11PM11.15Cunk on Earth (S)11.45QI (S) (R)12.15Sign Zone: See Hear (S) (R)12.45Sign Zone: Martin Compston’s Scottish Fling (S) (R)1.15Sign Zone: Strictly Come Dancing (S) (R)3.30Sign Zone: Strictly Come Dancing: The Results (S) (R)4.15This Is BBC Two (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.00GOOD MORNING BRITAIN (S)9.00LORRAINE Entertainment, current affairs and fashion news. (S)10.00THIS MORNING Celebrity chat and lifestyle features. (S)12.30LOOSE WOMEN The women put the world to rights once more. (S)1.30ITV LUNCHTIME NEWS (S); Weather (S)1.55UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)2.00DICKINSON’S REAL DEAL David Dickinson is at the seaside town of Bridlington. (S)3.00TENABLE A family team of five members answer questions about top 10 lists, then attempts to score a perfect 10 in the final round. Presented by Warwick Davis. (S)3.59UTV WEATHER (S)4.00TIPPING POINT Ben Shephard presents the arcade-themed quiz in which contestants drop tokens down a choice of four chutes in the hope of winning a £10,000 jackpot. (S)5.00THE CHASE Bradley Walsh presents as Christine from Glasgow, Jonathan from Liverpool, Sonali from Middlesex and Colin originally from Carrickfergus attempt to win a prize pot. (S)6.00UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)6.30ITV EVENING NEWS (S); Weather (S)7PM7.30EMMERDALE Kerry plans a surprise, while Faith overhears a big secret. Meanwhile, Wendy tries to reframe things for Harriet. (S)8PM8.30UTV LIFE Pamela Ballantine presents an entertaining and eclectic mix of stories and studio guests, plus music and a few surprises. (S)9PM9.00DNA JOURNEY TV presenters Kate Garraway and Alison Hammond embark on a road trip to find out about their family history using a mix of DNA and genealogy, and by meeting living family members they never knew existed. Kate is excited as she is heading to London to meet her cousins for the first time. (S)10PM10.15ITV NEWS (S); Weather10.45UTV LIVE (S); Weather11PM11.00Cost of Living: The Help You Need? Tonight (S)11.30Gino’s Italy: Like Mamma Used to Make (S) (R)11.55All Elite Wrestling: Rampage (S)12.50Shop: Ideal World3.00Everyone Can Rap (S) (R)3.50Unwind with ITV (S)5.05Dickinson’s Real Deal (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.10Countdown (S) (R)6.503rd Rock from the Sun (S) (R)7.153rd Rock from the Sun (S) (R)7.35Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)8.00Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)8.30Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)9.00Frasier (S) (R)9.30Frasier (S) (R)10.00Frasier (S) (R)10.30Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA (S) (R)11.25Channel 4 News Summary (S)11.30Help! We Bought a Village (S) (R)12.30Steph’s Packed Lunch Weekday magazine show. (S)2.10Countdown (S)3.00A PLACE IN THE SUN (S) (R)4.00RENOVATION NATION (S)5.00FOUR IN A BED (S)5.30THE PERFECT PITCH (S)6.00THE SIMPSONS Barney gives up alcohol. (S) (R)6.30HOLLYOAKS Vicky tries to make things right but ends up putting herself in danger, while Norma puts Warren to the test. Meanwhile, Sid has some big news for his family. (S) (R)7PM7.00CHANNEL 4 NEWS (S)8PM8.00MY GRANDPARENTS’ WAR: TOBY JONES The actor delves into the Second World War stories of his grandparents, Reggie and Doreen Heslewood. Doreen volunteered for the Entertainment National Service Association and risked her life travelling into warzones to lift the morale of British troops. (S)9PM9.00TASKMASTER Dara Ó Briain, Fern Brady, John Kearns, Munya Chawawa and Sarah Millican battle to win this elaborate joust to become the 14th Taskmaster champion. John gets nostalgic about fonts, Sarah searches for a door and Munya Chawawa falls in a bath. (S)10PM10.00ARDSON: TAKE MY MOTHER-IN-LAW The comedian sets about finding his mother-in-law Gill somewhere to retire to - and quickly - before she moves in with him. Armed with his GCSE in Spanish and the cheapest car rental he can find, Jon takes her on a road trip across Spain to find her the perfect place in the sun. (S)11PM11.05Hobby Man (S)12.10Make Me Prime Minister (S) (R)1.05Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA (S) (R)1.55The Simpsons (S) (R)2.20FILM: Skin (2018) Crime drama, starring Jamie Bell. (S)4.20Autumn at Jimmy’s Farm (S) (R)5.15Couples Come Dine with Me (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00Kid-E-Cats (S)6.05PEPPA PIG (S) (R)6.10PEPPA PIG (S) (R)6.15Oggy Oggy (S)6.25Blue’s Clues & You (S) (R)6.45Fireman Sam (S) (R)6.55Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go! (S) (R)7.10Peppa Pig George and Peppa tidy up. (S) (R)7.15Peppa Pig (S) (R)7.20Paw Patrol (S) (R)7.30Milo (S)7.45PIP AND POSY (S) (R)8.00The Adventures of Paddington (S) (R)8.15Ricky Zoom (S) (R)8.30Peppa Pig (S) (R)8.40Daisy & Ollie (S) (R)8.50Odo (S) (R)8.55Kangaroo Beach (S) (R)9.10Sunny Bunnies (S) (R)9.15JEREMY VINE (S)12.45HOLIDAY HOMES IN THE SUN (S)1.405 NEWS AT LUNCHTIME (S)1.45HOME AND AWAY (S) (R)2.15FILM: THE LAKEHOUSE MURDERS (2022) Thriller, with Tianna Nori. (S)4.00BARGAIN-LOVING BRITS IN THE SUN Documentary following Brits who moved to Spain for sun and a low-cost life. (S)5.005 NEWS AT 5 (S)6.00CASH IN THE ATTIC Jules Hudson and Jessica Forrester are in Surrey, treasure-hunting with Amanda, who recently turned 70, and Rob, who wants to spend the cash on a holiday for Amanda. (S) (R)6.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)7PM7.00SAVE MONEY ON YOUR SUPERMARKET SHOP The team finds out if fabric conditioner is worth shelling out for in every wash, or if we could all save a little money (and perhaps the planet) by using it less. Angellica Bell investigates if simple ingredient swaps make for cheaper meals. (S)7.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)8PM8.00WESTMINSTER ABBEY: BEHIND CLOSED DOOR It is Holy Week at Westminster Abbey and preparations have begun for some of the most important few days in their year. Music Director James O’Donnell has to get the choir into perfect tune. (S); 5 News Update (S)9PM9.00ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL James is finally succeeding with the farmers’ uptake of the Ministry of Agriculture’s TB testing scheme, but is struggling with the complicated paperwork - a fact that he is keen to keep from Siegfried. Tristan decides that he is outgrowing running the small animal surgery and buys a car to help with errands at the practice. (S)10PM10.00CAROL DRINKWATER’S SECRET PROVENCE The actress and author shares her love of Provence in the South of France, where she has lived for the last 35 years with her husband, Michel. In the first episode they reveal how their relationship blossomed after an immediate proposal of marriage. (S) (R)11PM11.05Caroline: The Murder that Fooled the World (S) (R)12.35Born to Kill? (S) (R)1.20The LeoVegas Live Casino Show (S)3.20Entertainment News on 5 (S)3.301972: Britain’s Biggest Hits (S) (R)4.45Amazing Cakes & Bakes (S) (R)5.30Peppa Pig (S) (R)5.35Paw Patrol (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00EURONEWS7.40TELESHOPPING8.15TODAY (S) (R); Weather10.20THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW (S)11.10DOCTORS (S); Weather11.50LEADERS’ QUESTIONS (S)12.45TELLY BINGO (S)1.00RTÉ NEWS: ONE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)1.30HOME AND AWAY A forlorn Cash is fixated on the engagement ring he bought for Jasmine. (S)2.00SHORTLAND STREET Long-running hospital drama set in an accident and emergency ward. (S)2.30THE BIG DIY CHALLENGE DIY enthusiasts take on projects for the chance to win 10,000 euros. (S) (R)3.00EASTENDERS (S) (R)3.30TODAY Daily magazine show. (S)5.40NUACHT; RTÉ News with Signing6.00THE ANGELUS (R)6.01RTÉ NEWS: SIX ONE; Weather (S)7PM7.00CHEAP IRISH HOMES Maggie Molloy and Kieran McCarthy headto West Cork to help Steffi, who is currently renting but wants to buy a place of her own for her and 14-year-old son Cian. Last in the series. (S)7.30EASTENDERS Vinny visits his dad Nish in prison, and is surprised by his affection. Meanwhile, Nish reminisces about old times. (S)8PM8.00THE PRICE OF EVERYTHING Conor Pope and Santis O’Garro examine the cost of transport, looking at how the sharp rise in the price of fuel can best be managed for consumers and exploring alternatives. (S) (R)8.30FAIR CITY Joan resorts to desperate measures to secure Zak’s freedom in exchange for the Dillon’s silence about Cian’s behaviour. (S)9PM9.00RTÉ NEWS: NINE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)9.35PRIME TIME In-depth analysis of current affairs and topical reports, presented by Miriam O’Callaghan and Fran McNulty. (S)10PM10.15FOSTER & ALLEN – LOST IN MUSIC Following the musical duo as they put on a concert in which they embrace new musical genres and collaborating with younger artists. They prepare interpretations of old and new songs with musicians including Steo Wall, Toshín, Pádraig Jack, Ailbhe Reddy, Míde Houlihan and Strange Boy. (S)11PM11.15Ultimate Hell Week: The Professionals (S) (R)12.20Once Upon a Time in Iraq (S) (R)1.35Prime Time (S) (R)2.15Telly Bingo (S) (R)2.25Doctors (S) (R)2.55EuroNews Headlines update.6AM to 6:30PM6.00EuroNews8.00news2day (S) (R)8.10Wild Kratts (R)8.35Wild Atlantic Kids (S) (R)8.50The Bagel and Becky Show (R)9.00The Bagel and Becky Show (R)9.15The Imagination Machine (S) (R)9.25Bing (R)9.30Bing (R)9.40Alva’s World (S) (R)9.50Alva’s World (S) (R)10.05Peppa Pig (R)10.10Peppa Pig (R)10.15Peek Zoo (S) (R)10.20Peek Zoo (S) (R)10.30Brewster the Rooster (S) (R)10.40Mya Go (S) (R)10.45Pirata & Capitano (R)10.55Let’s Find Out (S) (R)11.10Bright Sparks (S)11.20Everything’s Rosie (S) (R)11.30Everything’s Rosie (S) (R)11.45Squad Goals (S) (R)12.10The Next Step (S) (R)12.35Tales from Dún Draíochta (S) (R)12.50Storybud (S) (R)1.00The Strange Chores (S) (R)1.10The Strange Chores (S) (R)1.25The Dumping Ground (S) (R)1.55The Bagel and Becky Show (R)2.05The Bagel and Becky Show (R)2.20Wild Atlantic Kids (S) (R)2.354 O’Clock Club (S) (R)3.05Leonardo (S) (R)3.35Malory Towers (S) (R)4.05Ballybraddan (S) (R)4.20news2day (S)4.30THE SIMPSONS (S) (R)5.00THE GOLDBERGS (S) (R)5.30THE BIG BANG THEORY (S) (R)6.00SHORTLAND STREET (S) (R)6.30HOME AND AWAY (S) (R)7PM7.00WORLD’S MOST LUXURIOUS TRAINS A look at top-end trains, such as South Africa’s famous Blue Train. A five-star hotel on wheels, guests pay upwards of £2,600 per ticket for the 40-hour journey from Pretoria to Cape Town, enjoying 24-hour butler service, bespoke linen and a soak in their own private bath. (S)8PM8.00GRAND DESIGNS For most people, living in a lighthouse is pure fantasy. Not so for Edward and Hazel Short and their two young daughters. Back in 2012, they set out to build a new, art deco, shining white lighthouse tower with additional bedrooms, guest rooms, and infinity pool on the side - all on a rugged but beautiful clifftop in North Devon. (S) (R)9PM9.00THE YOUNG OFFENDERS Billy Murphy discovers that his former cellmate Dinny Molloy has just been released from prison and plans to kill him, so he enlists Conor and Jock to help him fake his own death. (S) (R)9.35TAKEAWAY TITANS James Kavanagh and Carl Mullan meet the final three contenders for the title. (S)10PM10.35NO WORRIES IF NOT! Fast-paced, viral sketch show with the biggest stars of Irish online comedy - Sean Burke, Michael Fry, Justine Stafford and Emma Doran. (S)11PM11.05Line of Duty (S) (R)12.15Blinded: Those Who Kill (S) (R)1.10SemiDetached (S) (R)1.40Semi-Detached (S) (R)2.10EuroNews Headlines update.6AM to 6:30PM6.15The Six O’Clock Show (S) (R)7.00Ireland AM (S)10.00This Morning12.30News at 12:30 (S)1.00The Chase (S) (R)2.00The Chase Quiz show. (S) (R)3.00LOOSE WOMEN4.00GINO’S ITALIAN COASTAL ESCAPE (S) (R)4.30JUDGE JUDY5.00JUDGE JUDY5.30NEWS AT 5.30 (S)6.05THE SIX O’CLOCK SHOW Chat show, featuring celebrity interviews. (S)7PM7.00NEWS AT 77.30EMMERDALE Wendy tries to reframe things for Harriet. (S)8PM8.00EMMERDALE Kerry plans a surprise, and Faith overhears a big secret. (S)8.30BRADLEY & BARNEY WALSH: BREAKING DAD The duo embark on the final leg of their European road trip. Last in the series.9PM9.00TRIGGER POINT Sonya discovers a link to secret military operations in Afghanistan. Last in the series. (S)10PM10.00THE TONIGHT SHOW (S)11PM11.00HOLDING (S) (R)12.05PRIME SUSPECT USA (R)1.05REBECCA (R)3.05CLOSE5.25THE TONIGHT SHOW (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM7.00Cúla 410.40Naíonáin an Zú (R)11.10The Wonder Years (S) (R)11.40The Golden Girls (S) (R)12.10River Cottage Australia (S) (R)12.40Garraí Glas (R)1.10Hart to Hart (S)2.05Shark Tank (S)3.00Cúla 45.27AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH5.30CEOL NA TALÚN (R)6.00THE GOLDEN GIRLS Blanche finds herself a new man. (S) (R)6.30THE WONDER YEARS Wayne gets his driving licence. (S) (R)6.57AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH National and international weather.7PM7.00NUACHT TG47.30CEOL ÓN CHLANN The Glackins, regarded as one of Ireland’s most respected traditional music families. (R)8PM8.00BAILTE Síle Nic Chonaonaigh visits An Baile Riabhach, Co Kerry.8.30ROS NA RÚN Tadhg, wanting the best for Áine, comes to a decision.9PM9.00ROGHA GLÓR TÍRE The return of the show featuring country and Irish music, including performances by Gene Stuart, Gary Gamble. (R)9.30UNDERDOGS The Irish Defence Forces put the Underdogs through a gruelling survival challenge.10PM10.30FÍORSCÉAL Featuring a look at the European recovery plan to overcome the coronavirus.11PM11.32AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH National and international weather.11.35ROS NA RÚN Tadhg, wanting the best for Áine, comes to a decision. (R)12.05SHARK TANK (S) (R)1.25FRANCE 241.30DÁIL ÉIREANN5.30FRANCE 24