Today's TV Wednesday 26 April

bbc 1bbc 2utvchannel 4channel 5rte onerte 2virgin onetg 46.006.00BREAKFAST (S)9.15MORNING LIVE (S)10.00DR XAND’S CON OR CURE (S)10.45PARAMEDICS ON SCENE (S) (R)11.15HOMES UNDER THE HAMMER (S) (R)12.15BARGAIN HUNT (S) (R)1.00BBC NEWS AT ONE; Weather (S)1.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)1.45DOCTORS (S)2.15CLEAN IT, FIX IT A family of four who are bursting at the seams in their two-bedroom flat. (S) (R)3.00ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY Nicki Chapman helps a couple from Northampton find a new home in Norfolk with spectacular views. (S) (R)3.45THE BIDDING ROOM Items include a spy kit, a tribal paddle and an architect’s drawing board. (S) (R)4.30UNBEATABLE General knowledge quiz, hosted by Jason Manford. (S)5.15POINTLESS Alexander Armstrong and Rose Matafeo co-host the quiz in which players try to score the fewest points possible by giving the least obvious answers to questions. (S)6.00BBC NEWS AT SIX; Weather (S)6.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)6.55PARTY ELECTION BROADCAST By People Before Profit. (S) (R)7PM7.00THE ONE SHOW Alex Jones and Jermaine Jenas present the magazine show, with stories of interest from around the UK, plus celebrity guests in the studio. (S)7.30EASTENDERS Chelsea steps in to support the Brannings. Meanwhile, Keanu talks to Zack about Ravi’s dodgy dealings, but he warns him that he should not get involved. (S)8PM8.00THE REPAIR SHOP The team repair a diamond and sapphire engagement ring that has passed down through three generations, a Hofner guitar that has been in a state of disrepair for decades, a 200 year-old church weathervane and a leather bait wallet used for fly fishing. (S) (R)9PM9.00RACE ACROSS THE WORLD 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. (S)10 PM10.00BBC NEWS AT TEN (S)10.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)10.40MATCH OF THE DAY Highlights of the latest Premier League fixtures, including Manchester City v Arsenal at Etihad Stadium and West Ham United v Liverpool at London Stadium. Plus, Nottingham Forest v Brighton & Hove Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers v Crystal Palace (S)11PM12.05Gordon Ramsay’s Future Food Stars (S) (R)1.05Weather for the Week Ahead (S)1.10BBC News6AM to 6:30PM6.15Dr Xand’s Con or Cure (S) (R)7.00Homes Under the Hammer (S) (R)8.00Sign Zone: Take a Hike (S) (R)8.30Sign Zone: 24/7 Pet Hospital (S) (R)9.00Nicky Campbell (S)10.00LIVE SNOOKER: THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Coverage of the morning session day 12 at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, where one quarter-final continues and another concludes. (S)11.15Politics Live The latest stories from Westminster and beyond. (S)1.00LIVE SNOOKER: THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Coverage of the afternoon session on day 12 at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. (S)6.00RICHARD OSMAN’S HOUSE OF GAMES Featuring Yasmine Akram, Cariad Lloyd, Geoff Norcott and Dennis Taylor. (S) (R)6.30B&B BY THE SEA Gloria Hunniford checks in to the B&B. (S)7PM7.00LIVE SNOOKER: THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Coverage of the evening session on day 12 from the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, featuring the final frames of two quarter-finals. Four-time champion John Higgins prevailed by the narrowest of margins at this stage last year, winning 13-12 against Jack Lisowski. Coverage continues on BBC4. (S)8PM8.00DESIGNING THE HEBRIDES Banjo Beale and his team travel to Skye to transform a dated cafe and bookshop, and the interior designer Banjo decides to spend almost all his budget on stained-glass windows. (S)8.30WALES’ HOME OF THE YEAR The search for Wales’ Home of the Year 2022 continues in north-west Wales. Presented by Owain Wyn Evans. (S)9PM9.00THE MYSTERIOUS MR LAGERFELD Michael Waldman goes in search of the real Karl Lagerfeld, who was one of the most flamboyant and recognisable figures in fashion, but also one of the most mysterious. Waldman tracks down those closest to the designer, including his friends, neighbour, lawyer, doctor, bodyguard and Chanel colleagues. (S)10PM10.30NEWSNIGHT; Weather (S)11PM11.15The Irish League Show (S)11.45Snooker: World Championship Highlights (S)12.35Snooker: World Championship Extra (S)2.05Sign Zone: Gordon Ramsay’s Future Food Stars (S) (R)3.05Sign Zone: Saving Lives in Leeds (S) (R)4.05This Is BBC Two (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.00GOOD MORNING BRITAIN (S)9.00LORRAINE Entertainment, current affairs and fashion news, as well as showbiz stories and celebrity gossip. Presented by Lorraine Kelly. (S)10.00THIS MORNING A mix of celebrity chat, lifestyle features and advice. Including Local Weather. (S)12.30LOOSE WOMEN Topical debate from a female perspective. (S)1.30ITV LUNCHTIME NEWS (S); Weather (S)1.55UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)2.00DICKINSON’S BIGGEST AND BEST DEALS Antiques expert David Dickinson shares his favourite moments from Real Deal. (S) (R)3.00LINGO Adil Ray hosts, as contestants compete in a battle of words. (S) (R)3.59UTV WEATHER (S)4.00TIPPING POINT Quiz show, presented by Ben Shephard. (S)5.00THE CHASE Bradley Walsh presents as contestants Safwaan, Rebecca, Stan and Maria work as a team to take on one of the ruthless Chasers and secure a cash prize. (S)6.00UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)6.20PARTY ELECTION BROADCAST By People Before Profit. (S)6.30ITV EVENING NEWS (S); Weather (S)7PM7.30EMMERDALE Marshall and Cathy try to numb their pain, while Bob and Laurel make a discovery. Meanwhile, Caleb is relieved. (S)8PM8.00CORONATION STREET Amy uses alcohol to numb her pain, while Paul gets a confirmed diagnosis from a specialist, production in Underworld is halted by a power cut, and Billy suggests a new hobby to George. (S)9PM9.00I’M A CELEBRITY SOUTH AFRICA Presenters Ant and Dec welcome three new arrivals to the South African bush, but they do not have an easy start to camp life, and there are tough decisions to be made. (S)10PM10.05ITV NEWS AT TEN (S); Weather10.40UTV LIVE (S); Weather10.50PESTON Political magazine show hosted by Robert Peston, featuring major interviews with MPs, topical guests and cultural figures. Including updates from social media taking in perspectives from viewers, experts and key players throughout the programme. (S)11PM11.45Long Lost Family: What Happened Next (S) (R)12.35Shop: Ideal World3.00I’m a Celebrity South Africa (S) (R)3.50Unwind with ITV (S)5.05Made in Britain (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.05Countdown (S) (R)6.45Cheers (S) (R)7.10Cheers (S) (R)7.35The King of Queens (S) (R)8.00The King of Queens (S) (R)8.25Frasier (S) (R)8.55Frasier (S) (R)9.25Frasier (S) (R)9.55Find It, Fix It, Flog It (S) (R)10.55Couples Come Dine with Me (S) (R)11.55Channel 4 News Summary (S)12.00Steph’s Packed Lunch (S)2.10Countdown (S)3.00A PLACE IN THE SUN (S) (R)4.00A NEW LIFE IN THE SUN (S) (R)5.00FOUR IN A BED (S) (R)5.30STRANGERS ON A PLANE Georgia takes the team go-karting. (S)6.00THE SIMPSONS Homer is forced to drive Bart to a brat camp in another state, meaning he has to miss a trip to Las Vegas with Moe. (S) (R)6.30HOLLYOAKS The McQueens escape room is open for business, but the success is short lived. Meanwhile, Scott is putting all of his effort into getting the Youth Club ready. (S) (R)7PM7.00CHANNEL 4 NEWS (S)8PM8.00KIRSTIE AND PHIL’S LOVE IT OR LIST IT: BRILLIANT BUILDS Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer look back at two shows that highlighted the need to get the balance between home and garden just right. In Bury St Edmunds, Lauren Grant believes the opportunity to build on a land she and Christian bought from the council will transform their confused downstairs. (S) (R)9PM9.00GRAND DESIGNS Kevin McCloud meets Cumbrian couple Rob and Ruth, who have bought a 200-year-old former blacking mill and plan to slot in an entirely new, timber-clad structure within its walls, giving the impression that it is peeping out from the original ruins. (S) (R)10PM10.00NAKED ATTRACTION Anna Richardson presents as 22-year-old Ukrainian refugee Mariia enters the studio. Since fleeing the war, the pansexual sex therapist has settled in the UK and is now looking for love with a far-from-average man or woman who can keep up with her in the bedroom. (S)11PM11.05First Dates (S) (R)12.0524 Hours in A&E (S) (R)1.05Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA (S) (R)1.55FILM: Keeping Up with the Joneses (2016) Action comedy, starring Zach Galifianakis.3.40Unreported World (S) (R)4.05The Dog House (S) (R)5.00Celebrity Moneybags (S) (R)5.55Find It, Fix It, Flog It (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.05Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.10Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.15Blue’s Clues & You (S) (R)6.40Oggy Oggy (S) (R)6.45Odo (S) (R)6.55Fireman Sam (S) (R)7.05Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go! (S) (R)7.15Sesame Street Mecha Builders (S) (R)7.30Peppa Pig (S) (R)7.35Peppa Pig (S) (R)7.40Paw Patrol (S) (R)8.00Pip and Posy (S)8.15The Adventures of Paddington (S) (R)8.30Paw Patrol (S) (R)8.40Kangaroo Beach (S) (R)8.50Milo (S) (R)9.05Peppa Pig (S) (R)9.10Milkshake! Story Den (S) (R)9.15JEREMY VINE (S)12.45DOGS BEHAVING (VERY) BADLY (S) (R)1.405 NEWS AT LUNCHTIME (S)1.45HOME AND AWAY (S) (R)2.15FILM: MY HUSBAND’S SECRET PAST (2023) Premiere. Thriller, starring Brianna Cohen. (S)4.00BARGAIN-LOVING BRITS IN THE SUN Joe and Jan receive some devastating news . (S) (R)5.005 NEWS AT 5 (S)6.00EGGHEADS The Blood Bikers try their luck against the Eggheads. (S) (R)6.30CELEBRITY EGGHEADS Featuring Isy Suttie, Axel Blake, Geoff Norcott and Harriet Kemsley. (S)6.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)7PM7.00COASTAL DEVON & CORNWALL WITH MICHAEL PORTILLO The presenter travels across the two counties in south-west England. His journey begins in North Devon under the shadow of England’s highest sea cliff, the 1,000ft-tall Great Hangman, and finishes up on the three-mile golden sands of Woolacombe. (S) (R)7.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)8PM8.00THE TRUTH ABOUT YOUR READY MEALS Alexis Conran explores the world of ready meals, comparing the many options available in stores and finding out how these convenient meals are produced. In this edition, Alexis asks if home-heated spaghetti bolognese can match the quality of one straight from a local Italian kitchen. (S); 5 News Update (S)9PM9.00THE CANNIBAL NEXT DOOR The shocking story of one of the world’s most notorious cannibals, Armin Meiwes, who found a willing victim online who agreed to be dismembered and eaten for sexual pleasure. Told by those closest to the case, the documentary discusses how the killer and the victim’s lives led to their fatal night together. (S)10PM10.00CASUALTY 24/7: EVERY SECOND COUNTS It is a big day in the A&E department of Barnsley Hospital as staff are finally allowed to work without masks for the first time since the pandemic hit the UK. For some it’s a happy, welcome relief, but others aren’t ready to go mask-free just yet. (S) (R)11PM11.05Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders (S) (R)12.05999: Criminals Caught on Camera (S) (R)1.00Teleshopping (S)3.00Sinkholes: Sucked Underground (S) (R)3.50The Yorkshire Vet (S) (R)4.15The Yorkshire Vet (S) (R)4.35Traffic Cops (S) (R)5.30House Doctor (S) (R)5.55Peppa Pig (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00EURONEWS7.30TELESHOPPING8.05TODAY (S) (R)10.05THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW (S) (R)10.55DR PHIL (S); Weather11.50LEADERS’ QUESTIONS (S)1.00RTÉ NEWS: ONE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)1.30HOME AND AWAY (S)2.00SHORTLAND STREET Long-running hospital drama set in an accident and emergency ward. (S)2.30FAIR CITY Hayely dismisses Sharon’s concerns when Aidan returns. (S) (R)3.00EASTENDERS Martin comforts Zack and implores him to look to his future with Whitney. (S) (R)3.30TODAY Daily magazine show (S)5.40NUACHT5.55RTÉ NEWS WITH SIGNING6.00THE ANGELUS (R)6.01RTÉ NEWS: SIX ONE; Weather (S)7PM7.00NATIONWIDE (S)7.30EASTENDERS Chelsea steps in to support the Brannings. Elsewhere, Keanu talks to Zack about Ravi’s dodgy dealings, but he warns him that he should not get involved. However, Ravi agrees to give him a trial run by taking in a suspicious delivery the next day. (S); Lotto8PM8.00MARK MORIARTY: OFF DUTY CHEF New series. More techniques and tips to elevate home cooking, beginning by preparing risotto cacio e pepe and minestrone soup. (S)8.30FOOD MATTERS Michael Kelly explores the benefits of supporting locally sourced food, chatting to Paul Brophy about the challenges for the commercial vegetable growers. (S)9PM9.00RTÉ NEWS: NINE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)9.35THE SILENT CIVIL WAR Part one of two. Documentary about a team of researchers who gathered to record memories of the Irish Civil War that were passed on through families and communities throughout Ireland. (S)10PM10.35TOMMY TIERNAN’S EPIC WEST The comedian concludes his travels along the western coast to explore the works of artists. He meets theatre director Garry Hynes, satirist and author Blindboy Boatclub, Galway DJ Shampain and poet Mary O’Malley and looks at depictions of the west of Ireland in films, artworks and music. (S) (R); Weather11PM11.40Sherwood (S) (R)12.50Operation Transformation (S) (R)1.50Room to Improve (S) (R)2.50The Tommy Tiernan Show (R)3.45The Style Counsellors (R)4.10Madraí (R)4.35Cheap Irish Homes (S) (R)5.00How Long Will You Live? (S) (R)5.30Clear History (S) (R)5.55EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.00EuroNews7.50news2day8.00Animaniacs8.25The Bagel and Becky Show (R)8.40The Bagel and Becky Show (R)8.55Malory Towers (S) (R)9.20Odo (R)9.25Odo (R)9.35Dizzy Deliveries (S) (R)9.50The Wee Littles (S) (R)9.55The Wee Littles (S) (R)10.00Wild Atlantic Kids (R)10.15Funny Little Monsters (S) (R)10.20Sullivan Sails (S) (R)10.25Peppa Pig as Gaeilge (R)10.30Peppa Pig as Gaeilge (R)10.35Peppa Pig as Gaeilge (R)10.40Ray of Sunshine10.45Ray of Sunshine10.55Bush Kids (S) (R)11.10Ricky Zoom (R)11.20Nelly & Nora (S) (R)11.30Nelly & Nora (S) (R)11.35The Imagination Machine (S) (R)11.45Fluffy Gardens (S) (R)11.55Fluffy Gardens (S) (R)12.00Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese (S) (R)12.10Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese (S) (R)12.25We Bare Bears (R)12.35We Bare Bears (R)12.50Taking the Next Step The final round.(S) (R)1.25Malory Towers (S) (R)1.55Royals Next Door (S) (R)2.10Cozmo and Friends (S) (R)2.15Ar Mbia Ar Sli (R)2.20Holly Hobbie2.504 O’Clock Club (S) (R)3.254 O’Clock Club (S) (R)4.00RACING FROM PUNCHESTOWN Hugh Cahill presents coverage of day two of Punchestown Festival, including the Ladbrokes Gold Cup.7PM7.30AN TSLÍ Mary Kennedy goes on an emotional journey using history, geography, music and dramatic reconstructions to tell the story of the National Famine Way. The path follows the trail of 1,490 people from the Strokestown House Estate in Roscommon who were walked to Dublin by their landlord’s bailiff and put on ships to Quebec. (S) (R)8PM8.00IRELAND’S WILD ISLANDS Exploring the wildlife of the country’s Atlantic islands in a 140-year-old Galway hooker fishing boat. He starts his voyage at Rathlin, where he witnesses flightless chicks jumping 300ft from cliff ledges down to the ocean, then heads west for Malin Head and Inishtrahull, encountering basking sharks and dolphins en route. (S) (R)9PM9.00GHOSTS Mary walks Julian through her journey of self-discovery and how she finally found her voice. Thomas realises enough is enough – he must go “cold turkey” on his Alison addiction. (S)9.35MARIE ANTOINETTE Becoming King initially paralyses Louis, and Marie is drawn into the tussle over the choice of prime minister. (S)10PM10.35SIGNIFICANT OTHERS Improvised American comedy series following four couples who attend marriage counselling. Andrea Savage and Brian Palermo star. (S)11PM11.40Special Forces: Ultimate Hell Week (S) (R)12.40The Handmaid’s Tale (S) (R)1.40Friday Night Dinner (S) (R)2.10EuroNews6AM 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 Quiz show. (S) (R)2.00The Chase (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 (S)7PM7.00NEWS AT 7 (S)7.30EMMERDALE (S)8PM8.00CORONATION STREET Amy uses alcohol to numb her pain. (S)8.30CORONATION STREET Billy suggests a new hobby to George. (S)9PM9.00I’M A CELEBRITY SOUTH AFRICA Ant and Dec welcome three new arrivals to the South African bush.10PM10.00THE TONIGHT SHOW Claire Brock and Ciara Doherty offer their unique take on the big stories of the day. (S)11PM11.00GOGGLEBOX IRELAND Telly addicts review shows direct from their living rooms. From September 2019. (R)12.05BLUE MURDER (R)1.15THE RESTAURANT (R)2.15CLOSE5.25THE TONIGHT SHOW (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00Cúla 410.40Ainmhithe Craiceáilte (R)11.10The Wonder Years (S) (R)11.40The Golden Girls (S) (R)12.10Luke Nguyen’s France (S) (R)12.40Garraí Glas (R)1.10Dr Quinn: Medicine Woman (S) (R)2.05Shark Tank (S)3.00Cúla 45.27AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH5.30CEOL NA TALÚN (R)6.00THE GOLDEN GIRLS (S) (R)6.30THE WONDER YEARS Kevin writes his own obituary. (S) (R)6.57AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH7PM7.00NUACHT TG47.20GAA BEO Down v Derry (Throw-in 7.30pm). Coverage of the Ulster Final from Box-It Athletic Grounds. Presented by Micheál Ó Domhnaill.9PM9.15CUIMHNÍ ÓRGA SPÓIRT A look back at Cavan v Roscommon in the 2014 National Football League Division Three final. (R)9.30CIOTÓG Following Belfast boxer Seán McComb as he embarks on a professional boxing career, showing how he deals with challenges he faces inside and outside the ring.10PM10.40NARCOS: MEXICO In an attempt to outmaneuver Juan Guerra, Félix meets with one of the most powerful men in Mexico.11PM11.42AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH11.45THE SINNER Mason attempts to find answers on his own. (S) (R)12.35TURAS BÓTHAIR (R)1.05DÁIL ÉIREANN (R)2.00NUACHT TG4 (R)2.20CIOTÓG (R)3.30CLOCH LE CARN (R)3.55CELTIC CONNECTIONS (R)4.50FRANCE 245.30FRANCE 24