BBC One Wales – The Week Ahead
Monday 12 Oct 2026
Breakfast
06:00 – The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC’s Breakfast team.
Opinion: A solid start to the day, still entertaining for those who want a quick briefing before the rush.
Crimewatch Live
08:00 – 6/15. In 1988, Lee Boxell disappeared after seeing a friend. His heart‑broken family are still looking for him. Plus, justice for the man jailed 14 years after he attacked three women.
Opinion: The investigative angle keeps viewers on edge, still holding up well as a true‑crime staple.
Bargain Hunt
09:30 – Two teams – a pair of PhD students and a father and daughter – gallop around the antiques stalls of Southwell Racecourse with experts Lesley Kiddell‑Spencer and Irita Marriott.
Opinion: The friendly competition is reliable, offering a pleasant escape for the afternoon.
EastEnders
17:00 – Ned rallies the community to celebrate becoming co‑owner of Harry’s Barn. Lauren and Mark’s secret threatens to catch up with them. Amy finds herself increasingly drawn to Craig.
Opinion: Classic soap with a steady pull, still entertaining for long‑time fans.
Tuesday 13 Oct 2026
Breakfast
06:00 – The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC’s Breakfast team.
Opinion: Keeps the day grounded with solid information.
Crimewatch Live
08:00 – 7/15. Sam Rimmer was shot with a sub‑machine gun in Dingle, Liverpool, in 2022. Do you know those responsible? And it’s jail for the so‑called Rightmove burglary gang.
Opinion: The case updates keep viewers engaged; the show remains reliable.
Bargain Hunt
09:30 – Christina Trevanion marks the 200th anniversary of the RSPCA, and two teams hunt for bargains with their dogs at Shepton Mallet antiques fair in Somerset.
Opinion: The canine twist adds a charming element; a reliable pick for the afternoon.
EastEnders
17:00 – Kat’s grief continues to consume her. Penny pushes Amy for answers. Guilt begins to weigh heavily on Mark.
Opinion: The drama remains a staple; holds up well for a nightly dose.
Wednesday 14 Oct 2026
Breakfast
06:00 – The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC’s Breakfast team.
Opinion: A dependable way to start the day.
Crimewatch Live
08:00 – 8/15. Have you seen academic Vitoria Barreto, who was last spotted in Brightlingsea, Essex? Plus, how double murderer David Taylor was convicted.
Opinion: The investigative angle remains gripping; reliable for crime enthusiasts.
Bargain Hunt
09:30 – Join Charlie Ross for today’s show in Shropshire. Experts Charles Hanson and Ben Cooper help the Red and Blue teams as they do battle at Oswestry Showground.
Opinion: The competition keeps the afternoon lively; a reliable pick.
EastEnders
17:00 – Kat and Alfie’s relationship hangs in the balance. A desperate search gets under way.
Opinion: The soap’s drama remains a reliable daily draw.
Thursday 15 Oct 2026
Breakfast
06:00 – The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC’s Breakfast team.
Opinion: Solid morning briefing.
Crimewatch Live
08:00 – 10/15. How detectives jailed the owner of an XL bully dog that killed a much‑loved grandmother. And can you help put a name to an unknown deceased man?
Opinion: The case updates keep viewers engaged; reliable for crime fans.
Bargain Hunt
09:30 – The teams are spoilt for choice as they hunt for bargains among the stalls in West Sussex alongside experts Caroline Hawley and Thomas Forrester.
Opinion: The friendly rivalry keeps the afternoon lively; a reliable pick.
EastEnders
17:00 – Kat and Alfie’s relationship hangs in the balance. A desperate search gets under way.
Opinion: The soap’s drama remains a reliable daily draw.
Friday 16 Oct 2026
Breakfast
06:00 – The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC’s Breakfast team.
Opinion: The steady start keeps the day on track.
Crimewatch Live
08:00 – 10/15. How detectives jailed the owner of an XL bully dog that killed a much‑loved grandmother. And can you help put a name to an unknown deceased man?
Opinion: Keeps viewers on edge; a reliable crime pick.
Bargain Hunt
09:30 – The teams are spoilt for choice as they hunt for bargains among the stalls in West Sussex alongside experts Caroline Hawley and Thomas Forrester.
Opinion: The friendly rivalry keeps the afternoon lively; a reliable pick.
EastEnders
17:00 – Kat and Alfie’s relationship hangs in the balance. A desperate search gets under way.
Opinion: The soap’s drama remains a reliable daily draw.
Saturday 17 Oct 2026
Match of the Day
21:30 – Highlights of Saturday’s five Premier League matches, including Manchester City at home to newly promoted Ipswich Town and Liverpool’s trip to high‑flying Brentford.
Opinion: A must‑watch for football fans, holds up well as the evening highlight.
Saturday Kitchen Live
09:00 – Matt Tebbutt is joined by chefs Ben Lippett and Adam Byatt, and by special guest Alan Cumming. Drinks expert Helen McGinn picks the wines to go with the studio dishes.
Opinion: A delightful culinary experience, still entertaining for food lovers.
Sunday 18 Oct 2026
Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg
08:00 – The big names behind the big stories. Laura Kuenssberg talks to those making the news, inside and outside politics.
Opinion: A solid briefing for politically minded viewers, still entertaining.
Politics Wales
09:00 – All the latest political news from Wales and beyond, presented by Nick Servini.
Opinion: Keeps the political discourse alive; reliable for the informed.
Sunday Morning Live
09:30 – Sean Fletcher and Holly Hamilton host the show that puts the heart and soul into Sundays, bringing faith and ethics to the discussions that matter most.
Opinion: A thoughtful start to the day; holds up well.
Bottom line: This week on BBC One Wales offers a solid mix of drama, reality, news and sport. Whether you’re after the familiar soap drama of EastEnders, the investigative appeal of Crimewatch Live, the light‑hearted fun of Bargain Hunt, or the football fever of Match of the Day, there’s something that will hold up well for every viewer. Pick your genre, set your watchlist and enjoy a week full of reliable entertainment.