Sunday on BBC 1 Northern Ireland: From Headlines to Heroes
Here’s a rundown of what to watch this Sunday on BBC 1 Northern Ireland. We’ve spotlighted the big hits, the niche gems and the show that’s sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
06:00 – Breakfast
The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC’s Breakfast team.
07:25 – European Athletics…
…Championships: Birmingham 2026. The streets of Birmingham play host to the men’s and women’s marathons on the final day of the European Athletics Championships.
While the sheer scale is impressive, the programme remains a reliable source of sports enthusiasm.
10:35 – Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
Film based on a children’s book about a singing crocodile that lives in New York City.
Its whimsical tone holds up well for families looking for a light‑hearted break.
12:15 – Bargain Hunt
Two teams shop for bargains at a huge antiques fair in Kent with the help of their experts.
It’s still entertaining for those who love a good treasure hunt.
13:00 – BBC News
The latest national and international news from the BBC.
13:10 – Weather for the Week Ahead
Detailed weather forecast.
13:15 – Songs of Praise: Countryside…
…and Creation at the Royal Norfolk Show. The Rev Kate Bottley visits the Royal Norfolk Show to celebrate farming, food and faith.
13:50 – Money for Nothing
In Beaconsfield, carpenter Martin Hough works on a pine chest of drawers, upcycler Sarah Peterson has a trio of utility chairs, and Sarah Moore tackles a set of trestle table bases.
14:35 – Escape to the Country
Returning to the UK after 22 years in eastern Australia, today’s couple have decided they now want to call the glorious Gloucestershire countryside home.
15:05 – The Mating Game
How animals facing the greatest odds have the most extraordinary mating strategies of all.
16:05 – Homes Under the Hammer
Jacqui is impressed that a first‑floor Aldershot flat comes with its own back garden, and Dion can see the money‑making potential in a large house in Wallasey.
17:05 – BBC News
The latest national and international news from the BBC.
17:20 – BBC Newsline
Local news from across Northern Ireland with Tara Mills and Declan Harvey.
17:30 – Countryfile
Adam Henson goes to Cumbria to meet 27‑year‑old farmer Georgia Hunter, who with her father has switched from rearing lambs to keeping goats.
18:30 – Antiques Roadshow
At Brodie Castle in northern Scotland, treasures include a painting by Landseer, a curling trophy, football memorabilia and a footlocker. Fiona gets to meet a giant rabbit.
19:30 – European Athletics…
…Championships: Birmingham 2026. The European Athletics Championships draw to a close at Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium.
22:00 – BBC News and Weather
The latest national and international news from the BBC.
22:25 – BBC Newsline
Local news from across Northern Ireland.
22:30 – Mission: Impossible II
Ethan Hunt tries to avert disaster in Australia.
It’s a reliable action adventure, though the intensity may be too much for some.
00:25 – Spider‑Man: No Way Home
Peter Parker wants people to forget he is Spider‑Man, but Dr Strange’s spell goes wrong.
This blockbuster is one of the better options for a late‑night thrill.
Bottom Line
Whether you’re after news, nostalgia or high‑octane adventure, BBC 1 Northern Ireland has something to suit every mood. Pick a show that fits your taste and enjoy a varied Sunday.
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