Start Your Day Right
Breakfast – 05:00 – 08:30
Latest news, sport, business and weather. A solid start that keeps you informed.
Opinion: Still reliable for catching up on the day’s headlines.
Morning Live – 08:30 – 09:45
Conversation, advice and tips to make your day easier.
Opinion: Still entertaining, especially for quick picks.
Mid‑Day Drama & Reality
Crimewatch Live – 09:45 – 10:30
Help the Met with a murder investigation and hear how a separate case was solved.
Opinion: Holds up well for those interested in real‑world police work.
Homes Under the Hammer – 10:30 – 11:15
Significant layout changes for three auction properties. Will the new owners transform them on budget?
Opinion: One of the better options for property enthusiasts.
Bargain Hunt – 11:15 – 12:00
Explore an antiques fair at Uttoxeter Racecourse with Christina.
Opinion: Still entertaining, especially for collectors.
BBC News at One – 12:45 – 13:00
Latest national and international news.
Opinion: Reliable for a quick news update.
Afternoon Fix‑Ups & Fun
Clean It, Fix It – 13:00 – 13:30
Help Alison transform her one‑bedroom flat into a calm, organised home.
Opinion: Still entertaining for DIY fans.
Shift the Thrift – 13:30 – 14:00
Friends hunt charity shop bargains in a live online auction.
Opinion: Holds up well for bargain hunters.
Escape to the Country – 14:00 – 14:45
Help a couple find a lighter‑living Devon home.
Opinion: Still entertaining for those dreaming of rural life.
Garden Rescue – 14:45 – 15:30
Transform an overgrown garden into a romantic space.
Opinion: Reliable for garden lovers.
Evening Games & Quizzes
Bridge of Lies – 15:30 – 16:15
Friends cross a bridge by stepping on truths and avoiding lies.
Opinion: Holds up well for a light game‑show buzz.
New: Pointless – 16:15 – 17:00
Test your trivia knowledge in a new version of the classic quiz.
Opinion: Still entertaining for quiz lovers.
Late‑Night Drama & Stories
EastEnders – 18:30 – 19:00
Linda worries about honesty, Ian returns, and Nicola supports Ryder.
Opinion: One of the better options for a familiar soap show.
The Repair Shop: Beyond the Barn – 19:00 – 20:00
Restore a miniature fairground, uncover secrets, and rescue a veteran’s wheelchair.
Opinion: Still entertaining for craft fans.
Who Do You Think You Are? – 20:00 – 21:00
Joe Lycett uncovers humour and a darker family history.
Opinion: Holds up well for viewers who enjoy family documentaries.
Borderlands – 22:40 – 00:10
A bounty hunter seeks a missing daughter amid violent scenes.
Opinion: Still entertaining for drama fans.
Bottom Line
With a mix of news, property, game‑shows and drama, this Wednesday’s lineup offers something for every taste. Start early with reliable news, enjoy a lively game in the evening, and finish with a gripping drama that keeps you on the edge of your seat.