Monday, 10 August 2026
06:10–07:10 BST: Bangers & Cash – Saab 96L/AC Aceca
Title: Bangers & Cash – “Saab 96L/AC Aceca” (S5 Ep8)
Description: Derek picks up a pair of Swedish models and a rare British AC Aceca.
Opinion: The episode delivers a reliable mix of nostalgia and the thrill of the hunt. For car lovers it still entertains, offering a touch of classic charm.
11:00–12:00 BST: Antiques Roadshow – Retrospective: Updates on the most talked-about finds
Title: Antiques Roadshow – “Retrospective: Updates on the most talked-about finds” (S36 Ep11)
Description: Fiona Bruce revisits items including a Queen’s possession and a record‑breaking sale.
Opinion: A reliable showcase of history that holds up well for audiences who appreciate heritage.
14:00–15:00 BST: Secret Nazi Bases – Into the Wolf’s Den
Title: Secret Nazi Bases – “Into the Wolf’s Den” (S3 Ep1)
Description: Allied forces uncover a sprawling French complex and the Nazis’ hidden ambitions.
Opinion: A gripping deep dive into wartime secrets that remains compelling for history enthusiasts.
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
06:10–07:10 BST: Abandoned Engineering – Italian Turf War
Title: Abandoned Engineering – “Italian Turf War” (S12 Ep2)
Description: Exploring Castel Volturno in Campana, Italy, and a historic prison.
Opinion: A reliable exploration of industrial heritage that still entertains for those fascinated by history.
11:00–12:00 BST: Antiques Roadshow – Sainsbury Centre Norwich 1
Title: Antiques Roadshow – “Sainsbury Centre Norwich 1” (S36 Ep13)
Description: Fiona Bruce visits the centre with items like a 15th‑century book and a tea caddy.
Opinion: A reliable mix of curiosity and historical appreciation that holds up well for viewers.
14:00–15:00 BST: Bangers & Cash – Austin Metro/Fiat 850 Coupe
Title: Bangers & Cash – “Austin Metro/Fiat 850 Coupe” (S5 Ep1)
Description: Derek collects a batch of vintage vehicles including a baby Fiat 850 coupe.
Opinion: A reliable showcase of automotive nostalgia for adult enthusiasts.
18:00–19:00 BST: A Perfect Planet – The Sun
Title: A Perfect Planet – “The Sun” (S1 Ep2)
Description: David Attenborough narrates the power of the sun and its role in Earth’s life.
Opinion: A steady, reliable documentary that holds up well for natural science lovers.
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
06:10–07:10 BST: Abandoned Engineering – Propaganda Palace
Title: Abandoned Engineering – “Propaganda Palace” (S12 Ep4)
Description: Exploring the Apollo Movie Theatre in Tbilisi, Georgia, a shrine to Soviet propaganda.
Opinion: A reliable deep dive into cultural history that remains engaging for viewers.
10:00–11:00 BST: The World at War – Distant War
Title: The World at War – “Distant War” (S1 Ep2)
Description: Laurence Olivier narrates WWII’s sweep across Europe and Britain’s uneasy calm.
Opinion: A reliable historical series that holds up well for WWII aficionados.
14:00–15:00 BST: Bangers & Cash – Ford Ranchero/Thames Truck
Title: Bangers & Cash – “Ford Ranchero/Thames Truck” (S5 Ep14)
Description: Derek collects vintage trucks and a Bedford campervan.
Opinion: A reliable showcase of classic vehicles for adult car lovers.
18:00–19:00 BST: Michael Palin: Travels of a Lifetime – Pole to Pole
Title: Michael Palin: Travels of a Lifetime – “Pole to Pole” (S1 Ep2)
Description: Palin reflects on his journey across the USSR, Africa and Antarctica.
Opinion: A reliable travelogue that holds up well for adventure seekers.
Thursday, 13 August 2026
06:10–07:10 BST: Abandoned Engineering – Hell Island
Title: Abandoned Engineering – “Hell Island” (S12 Ep6)
Description: Exploring Anchieta, a tropical island complex in Brazil.
Opinion: A reliable exploration of a dramatic uprising that still holds interest for history buffs.
10:00–11:00 BST: Secret Nazi Bases – Run Silent Run Deep
Title: Secret Nazi Bases – “Run Silent Run Deep” (S3 Ep2)
Description: A chilling discovery in Eastern Canada about the Nazis’ seafaring capabilities.
Opinion: A reliable deep dive that remains gripping for history enthusiasts.
13:00–14:00 BST: Canal Boat Diaries – Scholar Green to High Lane
Title: Canal Boat Diaries – “Scholar Green to High Lane” (S7 Ep7)
Description: Robbie rescues a runaway narrowboat and cruises along the Macclesfield Canal.
Opinion: A reliable adventure that holds up well for younger viewers who love waterways.
18:00–19:00 BST: Great Canal Journeys – Oxford
Title: Great Canal Journeys – “Oxford” (S2 Ep1)
Description: Timothy West and Prunella Scales explore the Oxford Canal.
Opinion: A reliable journey that holds up well for history and travel lovers.
Friday, 14 August 2026
06:10–07:10 BST: Abandoned Engineering – Korea’s Joan of Arc
Title: Abandoned Engineering – “Korea’s Joan of Arc” (S12 Ep8)
Description: Exploring Seodaemun Prison in Seoul.
Opinion: A reliable exploration that holds up well for history lovers.
11:00–12:00 BST: Great War Stories – A selection of previously untold accounts
Title: Great War Stories – “A selection of previously untold accounts from the First World War” (S1 Ep1)
Description: Stories from civilian to soldier letters.
Opinion: A reliable catalogue of wartime tales that remains compelling for history enthusiasts.
14:00–15:00 BST: Bangers & Cash – Alfa Romeo Giulia/Citroen 2CV6
Title: Bangers & Cash – “Alfa Romeo Giulia/Citroen 2CV6” (S6 Ep1)
Description: Derek inspects a Citroen 2CV and a treasure trove of motorbikes.
Opinion: A reliable showcase for those who love classic motoring.
18:00–19:00 BST: A Perfect Planet – Humans
Title: A Perfect Planet – “Humans” (S1 Ep5)
Description: David Attenborough explores the impact of human activity on the planet.
Opinion: A reliable exploration that holds up well for those interested in environmental science.
Saturday, 15 August 2026
06:10–07:10 BST: Abandoned Engineering – Hell Island
Title: Abandoned Engineering – “Hell Island” (S12 Ep6)
Description: Exploring Anchieta, a tropical island complex in Brazil.
Opinion: A reliable exploration that holds up well for history enthusiasts.
10:00–11:00 BST: Flipping Bangers – Saab 99
Title: Flipping Bangers – “Saab 99” (S2 Ep10)
Description: Gus and Will search for a classic Saab 99.
Opinion: A reliable adventure that holds up well for car enthusiasts.
13:00–14:00 BST: Great Continental Railway Journeys – Prague to Munich
Title: Great Continental Railway Journeys – “Prague to Munich” (S2 Ep5)
Description: Michael Portillo explores Bohemia and Bavaria.
Opinion: A reliable journey that holds up well for train lovers.
18:00–19:00 BST: Operation Grand Canyon – Wild West adventure
Title: Operation Grand Canyon – “Wild West adventure” (S1 Ep1)
Description: Dan Snow explores Grand Canyon in antique wooden boats.
Opinion: A reliable adventure that holds up well for history fans.
Sunday, 16 August 2026
06:10–07:10 BST: Abandoned Engineering – The Ghosts of Skeleton Coast
Title: Abandoned Engineering – “The Ghosts of Skeleton Coast” (S13 Ep2)
Description: Exploring Namibia’s arid Skeleton Coast.
Opinion: A reliable exploration that holds up well for adventure seekers.
10:00–11:00 BST: Mediterranean with Simon Reeve – Mediterranean journey
Title: Mediterranean with Simon Reeve – “Mediterranean journey” (S1 Ep3)
Description: Simon Reeve travels through Libya, Tunisia and Sicily.
Opinion: A reliable travelogue that holds up well for viewers interested in the Mediterranean.
13:00–14:00 BST: Bangers & Cash – Amphicar 770
Title: Bangers & Cash – “Amphicar 770” (S14 Ep4)
Description: Derek collects a peculiar Amphicar 770.
Opinion: A reliable showcase for car lovers intrigued by oddities.
18:00–19:00 BST: 1066: A Year to Conquer England – The death of Edward the Confessor
Title: 1066: A Year to Conquer England – “The death of Edward the Confessor triggers a bitter race” (S1 Ep1)
Description: A historical look at the events leading to the Norman conquest.
Opinion: A reliable historical drama that holds up well for history buffs.
Bottom line: This week on U&Yesterday offers a mix of classic car rescues, deep historical digs, and environmental documentaries. Whether you’re a history aficionado, a car enthusiast, or a curious traveler, there’s a show that will keep you engaged. Don’t miss these reliable, well‑crafted narratives that hold up across the week.