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Today
- Tracy Beaker Returns
  
  Today, 14:30, BBC HD
  
  In the latest episode of the drama set in a children's home, Sapphire struggles with her status as a mother figure for Harry.
  
  When Sapphire explains to Harry that he has to get used to her not being around now that she has her own flat, Carmen offers to be his mum instead, but she is easily distracted and leaves Harry feeling neglected. When Harry runs away, Sapphire is determined to find him. Meanwhile, Tracy challenges the kids to look after eggs without smashing them to prove that they can look after a new computer.
- Penguin Island
  
  Today, 14:50, BBC1
  
  Back on the tiny Phillip Island off the coast of Australia, and home the Little Penguins, danger comes to the colony.
  
  On Penguin Island we meet some of the residents of the world's smallest penguin species, including long-term Little Penguin or Fairy Penguin couple Bluey and Sheila. With the help of the rangers who study and protect the colony, the couple feed their chicks Sammy and Tom, and protect them from the many predators that target the area, including foxes.
- Top Gear
  
  Today, 16:00, Dave
  
  The humble motorhome takes further punishment as Jezza, the Hamster and Captain Slow build customised versions and head off to the West Country.
  
  Following on from Richard's previous success with the launch of motorhome racing on the track, the boys take the caravan-with-a-cab concept and improve it before finding out how their creations fare in the real world, as they make the most of a bank holiday weekend away. Meanwhile, Jeremy also takes to the test track to compare the new Audi R8 V10 Spyder with the latest version of Porsche's enduring 911 Turbo cabriolet.
- Polar Bear: Spy on the Ice
  
  Today, 17:05, BBC One HD
  
  Documentary which uses spy cameras to get closer than ever before to the world's greatest land predator, the polar bear.
  
  The cameras are just a breath away when two sets of cubs emerge from winter maternity dens. They also capture the moment when the sea-ice breaks away from the island in the Spring, and follow the bears as they hunt seals, raid bird colonies, dive for kelp and indulge in entertaining courtship rituals. As the film captures its intimate portrait of the polar bears' lives, it reveals how their intelligence and curiosity help them cope in a world of shrinking ice.
- World's Most Dangerous Roads
  
  Today, 19:00, BBC2
  
  Sue Perkins and Charley Boorman take a hair-raising trip down Alaska's Dalton Highway, where they must dodge 18-wheelers in arctic conditions.
  
  In the first episode of this brand new series, Sue Perkins and Charley Boorman take a trip down Alaska's Dalton Highway - a 414 mile dirt track which is notorious as one of the world's most dangerous roads. Aside from Arctic conditions that leave the road in constant need of maintenance, and the constant danger of avalanches, they must watch out for other road users. When an 18-wheel truck comes in the opposite 'lane', there's only one rule - get out of the way!
- Home of the Future
  
  Today, 19:30, Channel 4
  
  The innovative series in which an ordinary British family samples a futuristic lifestyle continues.
  
  After their home is completely remodeled and riddled with cutting-edge technology, the Perera family from Sheffield experience both the benefits and challenges life in the future could bring. In this edition, as the family's run-down MOT testing centre business receives a futuristic overhaul, mechanic Leon discovers how electric and hydrogen-powered cars will revolutionise the way we travel. Meanwhile, junior exec Joel tries out a computer that can be controlled with a magic wand.
- River Cottage Every Day
  
  Today, 19:50, More4
  
  Bread is a subject close to Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's heart, he reveals in this episode of his cookery series. Can he get the nation baking?
  
  It is Hugh's belief that making bread should be a part of everyone's weekly kitchen routine - and the recipes featured tonight might just win over some doubters. With simple white loaves, tangy sourdoughs and cheese-and-Guinness-stuffed soda breads on the menu, there is something for all tastes. Also on offer are tips on how to turn leftover bread into tasty treats, from an Italian bread salad to a three-course breadcrumbed dinner.
- Wild at Heart
  
  Today, 20:30, ITV1
  
  With Danny away and Du Plessis doing community service, Ed is in charge of the Endangered Species Project as the drama series set in Africa continues.
  
  Ed's head is turned by the arrival of the beautiful Kim Ferreira, proud owner of a lion boasting the Barbary gene, who has just moved into the area. When she asks him to go for a drink, Du Plessis claims to smell a rat. It turns out that he is right, as the Barbary lion is nothing of the sort and the lady is a confidence trickster and an animal smuggler, as the two belatedly discover. Fortunately, Danny returns in time to restore some order to the chaos the two have managed to create.
- The Hotel
  
  Today, 20:30, Channel 4
  
  Mark Jenkins, the beleaguered proprietor of the Grosvenor Hotel in Torquay, reveals his sense of humour in the last episode of the documentary series.
  
  Clearly stimulated by the local climate and the Devonshire country air, Mark believes that the great British holiday is due to make a comeback, the nation having grown tired of cheap breaks abroad. To demonstrate his confidence, he organises a final barbecue pool party as the summer season draws to a close, refusing to panic when the weather takes an unseasonal turn.
- Lewis
  
  Today, 21:00, ITV3
  
  Halloween brings a fresh case for Lewis and Hathaway as the Oxford-based police drama series continues.
  
  Professor Ligiea Willard, an old friend of Dr Laura Hobson, is found with a stake through her heart. Further revelations soon follow as a student is found with her throat cut and a cryptic message leads to another dead body. The only link between the killings appears to be the victims' shared history. Past relationships come under scrutiny as Lewis's investigations lead to the records of an abandoned hospital, gradually uncovering a twisted tale of lies, deceit and misguided revenge.
- Being Human
  
  Today, 21:00, BBC HD
  
  Vampire Hal ventures into a terrifying new realm - the world of employment - as the acclaimed supernatural drama continues its fourth series.
  
  Having separated himself from the rest of the world to avoid succumbing to his bloodlust, Hal is not accustomed to modern life. So when Annie and Tom order him to get a job, the bloodsucker is filled with terror. Hal starts working in the cafe with Tom, but he is soon approached by vampire Fergus, who tries to tempt Hal back into the fold, offering him a leadership role. But when Fergus and his gang attack the house in search of the baby, where will Hal's loyalties lie?
- Swimming with Crocodiles
  
  Today, 21:00, BBC2
  
  Ben Fogle is in Botswana to join wildlife experts Brad Bestelink and Andy Crawford on a pilot research study, aiming to swim with Nile crocodiles.
  
  Ben gets a chance to get a close-up view of the underwater behaviour of these reptiles, of which little is known. As the cases of fatal crocodile attacks in Africa have increased, new research is now needed. The team utilise new methods in order to observe them safely, but this doesn't stop a cameraman from having a closer encounter than he might have wished for.
- Upstairs Downstairs
  
  Today, 21:30, BBC1
  
  The period drama following events at 165 Eaton Place returns. It is September 1938 and Neville Chamberlain is about to return from Munich.
  
  Sir Hallam is determined to persuade those in power that Hitler cannot be contained, but is met with short shrift from his superiors. A chance meeting with an unexpected face causes him to question more than his political beliefs. Two new arrivals at the house make their mark in different ways. While Sir Hallam's forthright aunt Blanche disrupts the routine upstairs, feisty new maid Beryl struggles to adjust to life in service.
- Homeland
  
  Today, 21:30, Channel 4 HD
  
  The wait is over! Fresh from success at the Golden Globes, gripping new psychological thriller Homeland finally arrives in the UK.
  
  When disgraced counterterrorism agent Carrie Mathison discovers that an American POW has been turned by his captors, she begins to suspect Nicholas Brody, a Marine who has recently returned home to a hero's welcome after being held captive for eight years. While Carrie desperately tries to expose him as a threat, it becomes clear that the years of torture have taken their toll on Brody, whose attempts to reconnect with his family are increasingly hampered by his fractured memories.
- Police Interceptors
  
  Today, 22:00, 5 Star
  
  The documentary series profiling the work of a high-speed police interception unit in South Yorkshire continues.
  
  Mac stops a driver for having no insurance and unearths a huge drugs haul. The chopper tracks down two notorious burglars. Tim and Ange stop an alleged road-rage suspect armed with a table leg, and Phil wakes up the neighbours in his search for a couple of taxi-fare dodgers.
Tomorrow
- Tracy Beaker Returns
  
  Tomorrow, 7:45, CBBC
  
  Tracy Beaker gets tangled up in Lily's plan to re-unite Poppy and Rosie with their dad, as the drama set in a children's home continues.
  
  Having coached her dad on what to expect from his long-lost daughters, Lily arranges a meeting between them. It does not go well, however, and Poppy and Rosie run out crying. Undeterred, Lily plots a secret second meeting, and enlists Tracy's help. Meanwhile, a stray three-legged dog follows Frank back to the DG, and he decides to adopt it. However, this is not without its problems, and Shadow is taken to the animal shelter to be put down. Will they manage to rescue him in time?
- Country House Rescue
  
  Tomorrow, 9:55, More4
  
  Ruth Watson returns to Elmore Court, a 25 million pound estate in Gloucestershire that has been in the Guise family for 750 years
  
  Recently inherited by 37-year-old Anselm, the house was at risk of falling into a state of disrepair, but Anselm lacked the financial resources necessary to effect the repairs. On Ruth's previous visit, she encouraged him to put the ideas he had for the house into action, including the establishment of a cookery school. Anselm has made progress in all areas since Ruth's first visit, not least with the acquisition of a bride.
- The Hotel Inspector
  
  Tomorrow, 14:00, 5 Star
  
  Alex heads to East Sussex to help a young hotelier.
  
  Alex's latest challenge is the Artist Residence in Brighton, a nine-bedroom bed and breakfast run by 21-year-old student Justin. Decorated and staffed by up-and-coming artists, the establishment is designed to be a unique cross between art gallery and hotel, but it is currently failing miserably on both fronts.
- Cornwall with Caroline Quentin
  
  Tomorrow, 20:00, ITV1
  
  Caroline concludes the series in which she looks at some of the most colourful characters who make Cornwall such a welcoming tourist attraction.
  
  Caroline heads to Newquay with some of the people from St Issey, the village that retains its own distinctive sense of community. They are attending the South West in Bloom awards ceremony in which the green-fingered are recognised for their contributions to the wellbeing of mankind. She also meets the St Michael's Mount liaison officer Pete Hamilton. Pete is taking part in the traditional end-of-summer event, the Round Island Swim, a dip in Mount's Bay which is only possible at high tide.
- The Bleak Old Shop of Stuff
  
  Tomorrow, 20:30, BBC2
  
  The comedy adventure series returns with more strange goings-on in the shop owned by Jedrington Secret-Past, purveyor of miscellaneous odds and ends.
  
  This episode sees Jedrington team up with a charming new business partner Mr Harmswell Grimstone, whose name suggests that he may not turn out to be the benevolent soul that he seems. Meanwhile, Jedrington's wife Conceptiva has received a cryptic letter, the contents of which have so profoundly disturbed her that she has made her way to End-It-All Dock, a place which does not appear on modern maps of England's bustling metropolis.
- The Diamond Queen
  
  Tomorrow, 21:00, BBC One HD
  
  Andrew Marr concludes his three-part look at the reign of HM the Queen, in celebration of her diamond jubilee.
  
  In this episode, Marr examines how the Queen has coped with decades of changing and sometimes tense relations with the media, looks backwards and forwards at royal Jubilees and charts her trip to Australia to look at what some see as her most enduring achievement, the Commonwealth. And, for the first time, all of the Queen's adult grandchildren have their say about 'The Diamond Queen'.
- Lost Kingdoms of Africa
  
  Tomorrow, 21:00, BBC Four
  
  Investigating Africa's hidden history. This time, a look at the lost kingdoms of Bunyoro and Buganda, who once contested the land now known as Uganda.
  
  Dr Gus Casely-Hayford's mission to reveal the lost history of Africa's distant past takes him to Uganda, where he explores the rise and fall of two great kingdoms. For centuries the land of Bunyoro was unopposed in the region until a collection of cultivators on the shores of Lake Victoria established the kingdom of Buganda. The rapid rise of this new kingdom dramatically challenged Bunyoro's dominance -a competition that was further complicated by the arrival of the first Europeans.
- My Social Network Stalker: True Stories
  
  Tomorrow, 22:00, Channel 4 HD
  
  Ruth Jeffery and Shane Webber seemed a perfectly normal happy couple, but all was not as it appeared. This documentary tells their shocking story.
  
  For three and a half years Ruth was subjected to emotional and mental abuse at the hands of an unknown stalker who seemed to be constantly watching her. Ruth was pushed to the brink of suicide after suffering the indignity of seeing naked images of herself posted on adult websites and distributed to family and friends, including her parents. When the stalker was finally caught, his identity proved as traumatic as anything she had already endured.
- Watson & Oliver
  
  Tomorrow, 22:00, BBC HD
  
  Brand-new sketch show featuring comedians Lorna Watson and Ingrid Oliver.
  
  Lorna and Ingrid's show starts badly when Lorna arrives without trousers. Featuring characters like candy and April the playboy bunnies; Wills and Kate at bedtime; Pat and Jean, an inmate and prison officer with a very special relationship; and Miss Steeps and Miss Rutherford, two insatiable Georgian ladies. Also the amazing Mr John Barrowman drops by to sing a duet - sort of.
- The Love of Books - A Sarajevo Story: Storyville
  
  Tomorrow, 22:00, BBC Four
  
  In 1992, during the Bosnian War, a group of men and women risked their lives to rescue over 10,000 books and manuscripts.
  
  Using first hand testimony and dramatic reconstruction, Storyville tells of how, during the siege of Sarajevo, while the last standing library, the Gazi Husrav-Beg, founded in 1537, was being destroyed, a group of determined book-lovers repeatedly made dangerous journeys in order to carry the irreplaceable Islamic manuscripts and books to safety.
- Law & Order: UK
  
  Tomorrow, 23:05, ITV1
  
  Police forensics lab technician Kelly Mahon is stabbed to death in her home in the final episode of the current series of the crime drama.
  
  While Sam and Ronnie pursue their main suspect, another victim is attacked in what appears to be an identical crime. However, the second victim, Lucy Kennard, survives and is able to identify her attacker. The case should be a straightforward one for Jake and Alesha, but complications soon set in when Sam and Lucy fall for each other. Such behaviour on the part of a police officer is generally considered rather unprofessional, and Sam's colleagues waste no time in reminding him of the fact.
- Pan Am
  
  Tomorrow, 23:20, BBC2
  
  The drama series about the staff of a 1960s airline continues.
  
  The Clipper Majestic is bound for Rome, and romantic complications are all around. Colette looks after an unescorted young boy who becomes infatuated with her. Meanwhile, Kate's intense relationship with Niko comes back to haunt her and Dean is troubled by a romance he thought was over when his mistress, and the mistress of a senior Pan Am executive, follows him to Italy.
Tuesday
- Undercover Boss
  
  Tuesday, 8:55, Channel 4
  
  More bosses go on undercover missions to examine the inner workings of their companies as the successful series starts a new run.
  
  David, the chief executive of Best Western Hotels, is always looking for ways to improve the brand and driving the company's charity and community projects. For five days, he leaves the comfort of his office to get to grips with the realities of life on the ground floor as a new recruit. He soon discovers that Best Western is far from the fair company he envisaged, with chefs and housekeepers working over 80 hours a week for no extra pay.
- The Sarah Jane Adventures
  
  Tuesday, 12:50, CBBC
  
  Current Doctor Who Matt Smith and former companion Katy Manning guest star in a special episode of the children's sci-fi drama.
  
  When the Doctor is declared dead, his old friends Sarah Jane and Jo Grant join forces to discover the truth. In a UNIT base hidden beneath Mount Snowdon, they investigate the mysterious Shansheeth, while Clyde and Rani have a close encounter with a Groske. As an interstellar conspiracy gathers, Clyde finds that he may quite literally hold the fate of a Time Lord in his hand.
- The Hotel Inspector
  
  Tuesday, 14:00, 5 Star
  
  Programme following hotelier Alex Polizzi as she strives to transform the fortunes of struggling guesthouses across Britain.
  
  Alex turns her attention to the Rutland Arms Hotel in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Set on the edge of the Peak District, the hotel enjoys high occupancy rates during the summer months, but poor organisation, bad reviews and an absence of visitors in the winter have pushed 68-year-old owner David to the brink of financial ruin.
- True Grit
  
  Tuesday, 14:45, Film4
  
  Classic western adventure starring John Wayne, Glen Campbell, Dennis Hopper and Robert Duvall.
  
  A drink-hardened, one-eyed US marshal helps a 14-year-old girl to avenge her father's murder. The unlikely duo set off on a trek through Colorado, joined by a Texas ranger who is also searching for the murderer. John Wayne's performance won him an Oscar.
- Winter wipeout
  
  Tuesday, 19:00, BBC Three
  
  Richard Hammond and Amanda Byram host another frosty episode as twenty brave Brits tackle the most absurd obstacle course on the planet.
  
  Large Yorkshire lad Tony has lost two stone just to get to Argentina and compete but will he defy the laughter from his friends and make it through the Qualifier? The 12 contestants that do will face the terrifying ordeal that is Ski Lift, the five contestants left standing on Ski Lift qualify for the next round, Winter Blunderland, and three finalists will take on the Winter Wipeout Zone. Prepare for the most exciting final Winter Wipeout has ever seen as records are smashed in this round.
- Raymond Blanc: The Very Hungry Frenchman
  
  Tuesday, 19:00, BBC HD
  
  Raymond Blanc travels through France to show us the country he loves so much and the French recipes that have inspired him.
  
  This time, Raymond loosens his belt to fill his belly with the hearty food of the gastronomic city of Lyon. He visits France's most famous chef, samples chicken and chocolate made for presidents, and cooks a feast for some of France's most vociferous food critics.
- River Monsters
  
  Tuesday, 19:30, ITV1
  
  Jeremy Wade travels to South America for the last episode in the series in which he tracks down some of the most terrifying fish on the planet.
  
  The intrepid Wade loves the thrill of the chase and is not afraid to put his own neck on the line if it means getting closer to some of these monsters. Some of the freshwater fish he pursues have not been seen for many years, which means he has to rely for information on stories, myths and local folklore. This week, however, the fish he is after is very much alive and has recently attacked a diver. This creature is more deadly than a piranha and Jeremy is determined to encounter it.
- The Brit Awards 2012
  
  Tuesday, 20:00, ITV1
  
  From the O2 Arena in London, James Corden hosts one of the most prestigious events in the British music calendar.
  
  The 32nd BRITs show features live performances from Adele, Rihanna, Coldplay, Noel Gallagher, Ed Sheeran, and Blur. The shortlist for the British Male Solo Artist award includes James Blake, James Morrison and Professor Green, while its female counterpart includes Jessie J, Kate Bush and Laura Marling. The big battle this year is for the British Album of the Year, which boasts a formidable list of nominees in Adele, Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, Florence and the Machine and PJ Harvey.
- Big Fat Gypsy Weddings
  
  Tuesday, 21:00, Channel 4 HD
  
  This episode follows Romany Gypsies and Travellers whose attempts to live a traditional life sometimes get them into trouble with the law.
  
  Irish Traveller Danielle is only 15 years old but determined to live her life in a traditional way. She is planning a lavish hen party but has a slight problem inasmuch as her intended groom, 20-year-old Brendan, is scheduled to make an appearance in court on the same day. Meanwhile, eight-year-old Chloe prepares for her first Holy Communion, pausing only to visit her father in Strangeways prison.
- Prisoners' Wives
  
  Tuesday, 21:00, BBC One HD
  
  Life-changing decisions are in the air in the latest episode of the drama series following four women whose loved ones are currently behind bars.
  
  Lou returns home from a night-time deal to find her flat door open and Mason's bed empty. Her initial reaction is to panic, but she soon realises that he has been sleepwalking. The episode, however, is sufficient to make Lou resolve to be a better mother. She wants to stop drug dealing, but to leave such a lifestyle behind is never easy. Meanwhile, Gemma is determined to see justice prevail and helps the police to build a case against her husband while attempting to preserve her anonymity.
- How to Grow a Planet
  
  Tuesday, 21:00, BBC HD
  
  Professor Iain Stewart reveals how just one plant has a had a huge impact on the Earth. How has grass shaped the world we live in?
  
  In the final episode of the series, we see how one plant in particular has had a remarkable impact: grass. The extreme success of this form of life has made grass an almost ubiquituous feature of the natural world - and as professor Iain Stewart reveals, it has allowed it to play a powerful role in shaping the world. As well as shaping landscapes and forming a vital part of ecologies worldwide, grass triggered human civilisation and is key to making agriculture possible.
- Daddy Daycare
  
  Tuesday, 21:00, More4
  
  In this new three-part documentary series nine men are sent on a crash course in childcare by their long-suffering wives and partners.
  
  Sent to work in three busy London nurseries, the volunteers tackle every aspect of childcare under the watchful eyes of the nursery staff. Career-obsessed Garry wants to prove to his wife Lea that he has the patience to look after their three kids. Stefan wants to find out if he has the confidence to be a dad by the time he marries his fiancee Claire, while Jay's wife Julie hopes that he can learn to enjoy spending time with kids so much that he will cancel his vasectomy operation.
- The World Against Apartheid - Have You Heard from Johannesburg?
  
  Tuesday, 22:00, BBC Four
  
  The final episode in the series about South Africa's brutal apartheid rule shows how the campaign to free Nelson Mandela led to the end of the regime.
  
  Three generations join together as the United Demographic Front and, mounting a fierce campaign of defiance, demand the freedom of ANC leader Nelson Mandela. Caught between an unstoppable internal mass movement and ongoing international pressure, the apartheid regime is finally forced to the negotiating table and at last lifts the decades-long ban on the ANC. After 27 years in prison Mandela is released, sparking a global celebration as he tours the world to thank all.
- Benidorm
  
  Tuesday, 22:35, ITV1
  
  Matters take a dramatic turn at the Solana as the comedy series about Brits misbehaving on holiday comes to a suitably climactic finale.
  
  After Les discovers some of Donald's clothes on the nudist beach, it emerges that he has left Jacqueline a note. A party head off to pay tribute to Donald in the way that Jacqueline feels he would have wished, by tossing his panama hat into the sea. In what seems to be the normal way of things in this part of the world, this doesn't quite go to plan and Jacqueline is involved in a rather unusual water skiing accident. Meanwhile, the Garveys are gearing up for the opening of Madge's new bar.
- Death Unexplained
  
  Tuesday, 22:35, BBC1
  
  The three-part documentary series following coroner Alison Thompson and her team comes a close as they investigate violent and unnatural deaths.
  
  In this final episode, Alison's team investigate the cases of a man hit by an underground train and a plasterer whose contact with asbestos might have contributed to his death. They are also on standby to deal with British victims of the New Zealand earthquake. In court, the coroner must reach her verdict: who were the deceased, and when, where and how did they die?
- CSI: NY
  
  Tuesday, 23:00, Channel 5
  
  The popular New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series continues its seventh season.
  
  Members of a notorious Puerto Rican gang start turning up dead after their former leader - who Mac helped put away - is released from prison. Although the two events are clearly related, is the former gangster directly responsible for the murders?
Wednesday
- Undercover Boss
  
  Wednesday, 8:55, Channel 4
  
  Kevan Collins, who runs Tower Hamlets Council, goes on an undercover mission to find out what impact government cuts are really going to have.
  
  Knowing he has huge spending cuts to make - £50 million over the next three years - Kevan concludes that the best way to decide on his priorities is to go incognito and join staff on the front line as a new trainee. His tasks include delivering meals to the old, pitching in at the homeless office, taking to the streets with the police and working alongside pest controllers. At the end of it all, Kevan will have some tough decisions to make - and will also reveal this identity to his co-workers.
- Desperate Housewives
  
  Wednesday, 11:25, E4
  
  Dark deeds are afoot in this episode of the comedy drama series following the lives of the ladies of Wisteria Lane.
  
  Gaby learns the identity of her mysterious stalker, with rather unfortunate consequences. Lynette and Tom try to put the spark back into their marriage by spending a few days alone at a B&B, where they make some new friends but fail in their primary objective. Placed under arrest for poisoning Paul, Susan is convinced that she has been framed by Felicia, but getting the police to come to the same conclusion may prove more difficult.
- The Hotel Inspector
  
  Wednesday, 14:00, 5 Star
  
  Programme in which hotelier Alex Polizzi strives to transform the fortunes of struggling guesthouses across Britain.
  
  Alex visits the Sandygate Hotel in South Yorkshire, which is run by a chef with an Elvis fixation. Despite showing promise, a lack of marketing savvy and sloppy pricing have left the hotel in peril. Will Alex manage to get the hostelry back on its feet again?
- CSI: NY
  
  Wednesday, 14:15, Channel 5
  
  The popular New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series continues its seventh season.
  
  Adam witnesses a murder online while participating in a webchat with a stranger. With no idea of the victim's location, Adam must use all his powers of recall to help the CSIs track her down.
- My Life: Home Grown Boys
  
  Wednesday, 16:30, BBC1
  
  The acclaimed documentary series providing a unique insight into the lives of young people in the UK returns for a new series.
  
  This opening installment follows six budding entrepreneurs from a London estate, who have a unique business idea. They plan to grow herbs and vegetables in disused skips around the King's Cross area and sell them to local businesses. The only problem is that they don't have a business plan, don't know who they are going to sell to, and only have a six-week break from school in which to make a success of the venture. With the odds against them, will the skip plants make a profit?
- Wildlife Patrol
  
  Wednesday, 19:00, ITV4
  
  This six-part documentary series follows the National Wildlife Crime Unit, whose officers fight against the illegal wildlife trade.
  
  Wildlife crime is on the rise and becoming ever more lucrative. For the officers, scaling a sheer rock face in the Scottish Highlands, breaking down the door of an illegal ivory trader in Liverpool and even prising open a container full of snakes at Heathrow airport can all be part of a day's work. In this episode, officers investigate suspected illegal taxidermists and a large shipment of tortoises at Heathrow. Meanwhile, a group of suspected deer coursers are arrested in Lincolnshire.
- Waterloo Road
  
  Wednesday, 20:00, BBC1
  
  A new term brings new problems as the drama, set in the sort of school that regularly attracts adverse reports from government inspectors, returns.
  
  Sian is standing in for Michael as head teacher, the latter having suffered the misfortune of being the victim of a hit-and-run incident. Her troubles start when the school is infiltrated by a local gang, the DSC. Tariq is trying to turn over a new leaf, but Mason, a new pupil fresh out of youth detention centre, demands that he join the gang. Meanwhile, Grantly commits a cardinal sin by falling out with the dinner lady.
- Daddy Daycare
  
  Wednesday, 20:00, Channel 4 HD
  
  The latest episode in the series that sees fathers sent on crash courses in childcare by their long-suffering partners.
  
  The dads spend a week working at north west London nursery Carlton Hill. Grant's wife Lorna wants him to connect with his daughters rather than shouting at them, but he gets a dressing down from the manager Marion after losing his patience with kids at the nursery. Windscreen fitter and dad-of-three Paul has never changed a nappy and wants to prove that childcare is easy 'women's work', while his partner Sally would love him to understand how difficult it is.
- Masterchef
  
  Wednesday, 21:00, BBC1
  
  The cooking contest heats up as John Torode and Gregg Wallace lead the contestants in their first foray into fine dining in large numbers.
  
  The amateur chefs have to prepare a delectable three-course meal for over 200 guests at Middle Temple, one of the historical Inns of Court at the heart of the British legal system. Working under the head chef, the contestants must cook in pairs, with each team delivering one course. Then, the contestants return to the MasterChef kitchen for one more fine-dining challenge. They have 90 minutes to create two elegant courses that can proudly sit on any fine-dining menu.
- There's Something about Mary
  
  Wednesday, 21:00, Film4
  
  Slapstick comedy starring Matt Dillon, Cameron Diaz and Ben Stiller.
  
  A man (Stiller) is tormented by memories of an accident with his zipper which caused him to miss a dream prom-date with an exquisite girl (Diaz). Convinced that he missed out on his only chance for love, he hires a private detective (a scene-stealing Dillon) to locate the girl in the hope of winning a second chance. However, the detective is charmed by her and soon proves to be a ruthless and unscrupulous rival in love.
- One Born Every Minute
  
  Wednesday, 21:00, Channel 4 HD
  
  Hopes and fears about delivering babies provide the theme to tonight's episode of the observational documentary series set in a busy maternity ward.
  
  Sarah Sanderson's pregnancy has been understandably stressful. The last time she was pregnant, she delivered a stillborn baby at 22 weeks and was told that she would never be able to carry a child to full term. At the hospital, midwives discover her baby is lying sideways, which can create problems. Elsewhere, Natalie and her husband Anthony run a hair salon together. Natalie has no fears about childbirth, but her mother Brenda is concerned because she once had a stillborn child herself.
- The Secret Millionaire
  
  Wednesday, 22:00, More4
  
  The series returns in which millionaire benefactors say goodbye to their luxury lifestyles and go undercover in deprived areas.
  
  Sean Gallagher made his fortune through his IT recruitment agency. He loves spoiling himself and his two nieces, but his closeness to them stems from a family tragedy. Their mother, Sean's only sibling, died 25 years ago from an epileptic seizure. His search for people to help leads him to the Middlesbrough-based charity Abbie's Love, founded by Richard and Tracy who lost their own daughter Abbie to epilepsy. Sean throws himself into their fundraising efforts to buy epilepsy bed alarms.
- Roger and Val Have Just Got In
  
  Wednesday, 22:00, BBC2
  
  Dawn French and Alfred Molina portray the titular couple in this minutely observed sitcom, which this week sees the arrival of a significant e-mail.
  
  Penned by twin sisters Beth and Emma Kilcoyne and unfolding in real time, the comedy follows husband and wife Roger and Val as they arrive home and dissect the day's events. Following the discovery of an e-mail from afar, a shocking confession is made that could dramatically change the couple's lives. Roger, meanwhile, receives his verdict, and during a seafood meal, he and Val discover that geography has an effect on manners.
- 10 O'Clock Live
  
  Wednesday, 22:00, Channel 4
  
  The second run of this sharp and reactive current affairs show continues, responding live to the hottest news items around the world and in the UK.
  
  Pooling their comedic talents once again are Charlie Brooker, David Mitchell, Jimmy Carr and Lauren Laverne, who present an eclectic blend of topical wit, sketch humour and round table discussion. While Lauren attempts to maintain order, Charlie takes sardonic sideswipes at the week's most infuriating events and David talks to key players in a big story of the day. And what kind of outrageous transformation will Jimmy be undergoing for his latest satirical sketch?
- The Mad Bad Ad Show
  
  Wednesday, 22:55, Channel 4
  
  The first episode of a new comedy entertainment series hosted by Mark Dolan, bringing together challenges, humour and advertising industry insight.
  
  Going beyond the traditional question and answer games of the common or garden panel show, The Mad Bad Ad Show brings together an original mix of challenges, comic banter and a bit of ad land insight. Each week team captains Micky Flanagan and Mark Watson are quizzed about classic ads from the past, present and overseas. Kicking off the first show the ads are themed around confectionary and Micky and Mark are joined by comedians Holly Walsh and Joe Wilkinson.
- Educating Essex
  
  Wednesday, 23:05, More4
  
  The school is dealing with friends in their final academic year, as the series following an English secondary school continues.
  
  The students face very different challenges when it comes to their final years at school. Sky and Liam discover they are expecting a baby and their worlds are turned upside down. It seems plain and simple to Sky, she wants to finish school. But there is one major problem - the baby is due when her GCSE exams begin. Even the first-years bring new tests for the staff to tackle and newbie Ciaran has an unusual request - he wants time off to write a novel.
- Kidnap and Ransom
  
  Wednesday, 23:35, ITV1
  
  Dominic's fears for Naomi are proved correct when he finds out that her daughter Sally has been kidnapped, in the final episode of the drama series.
  
  It quickly becomes clear that Willard is after something far more than money. Dominic allows the police to become involved but they underestimate the intelligence of the kidnappers, with shocking results. Dominic also has his own family crisis when Tess leaves home, but he has little time to put things right. Willard will only deal with Dominic, so he decides to go it alone in an attempt to get Sally back. But can he get hold of what they are demanding, and who is Willard working with?
- Take Me Out
  
  Wednesday, 19:15, ITV2
  
  Comedian and presenter Paddy McGuinness hosts the latest episode in the brand new series of the hilarious dating show.
  
  Each week, a series of lovelorn guys give it their all as they attempt to impress Paddy's 30 single ladies. The boys descend in the show's love lift and show off their personality, quirks and skills to the girls. The women each have a light which they can turn off if they do not fancy a particular chap. Once couples are paired off, they are sent to enjoy a romantic date on the sun-kissed Isle of Fernandos. Will anyone make a love connection this week?
Thursday
- Kirstie's Handmade Britain
  
  Thursday, 12:05, Channel 4
  
  Kirstie Allsopp is at the Chagford Show in Devon, her local county fair that she visits every year, as she continues the series celebrating crafts.
  
  In order to maximize her chances of winning something, Kirstie is entering four different categories - with a little help from her friends. Home baking expert Rosie Davies is on hand to show her the perfect way to produce elderflower cocktail from the flowers in her garden, while the wonderfully named Eddie Glue is happy to demonstrate the finer points of willow weaving. When the day of the fair arrives, she finds the opportunity to relax with a spot of Morris dancing.
- Build a New Life in the Country
  
  Thursday, 12:15, Channel 5
  
  The property series continues with a couple who plan to create their dream Georgian-style house in a small Buckinghamshire village.
  
  Charlie Luxton heads to the village of Sherington, where Rebecca and Jim hope to build a house next door to Rebecca's mum's home. The building will be made from mostly reclaimed materials, including windows from a Georgian house in London, doors from France and tiles from Geneva. The project is a labour of love for Rebecca, but when she and Jim take over the work themselves, they soon run into problems. Will they meet their deadline or will the work drag on into the winter?
- The Hotel Inspector
  
  Thursday, 14:00, 5 Star
  
  Hotelier Alex Polizzi continues her crusade to transform the fortunes of struggling guesthouses across Britain.
  
  Alex visits the Windsors Hotel, a struggling hostelry in Chertsey which is plagued with poor decor, dated furnishings and an unenthusiastic owner. Will Alex's ideas turn the place around and revive the interest of both the customers and the landlady?
- Raymond Blanc: The Very Hungry Frenchman
  
  Thursday, 20:00, BBC HD
  
  Raymond Blanc takes us to Alsace on the German border to explore the cuisine and culinary traditions of the area.
  
  Raymond Blanc, one of the leading lights in French cuisine and joint owner of the Maison Blanc chain revisits his home country. In this episode he takes us to Alsace, sampling specialties such as the pork dishes and Riesling wines the area is famed for. He will track down the finest local produce to impress his Alsatian dinner guests.
- The Great British Countryside
  
  Thursday, 20:00, BBC1
  
  Hugh Dennis and Julia Bradbury venture across Britain's biggest county, Yorkshire, to discover how Britain's epic past lives on.
  
  Hugh takes the controls of a glider, and gets winched down into one of Britain's largest potholes on the end of a rope, past the tallest unbroken waterfall in Britain. Julia finds out how Yorkshire's rocks have turned Agatha Christie's handbag to stone, and how they produce mineral water. For a country the size of Britain, it has the biggest variety of geology on earth, which has created not only a beautiful landscape, but also a fascinating industrial heritage, a rich history and many legends.
- Kidnap and Ransom
  
  Thursday, 21:00, ITV1
  
  Trevor Eve returns as international hostage negotiator Dominic King in a new three-part series of the fast-moving crime drama.
  
  Dominic is negotiating the release of a British Asian family kidnapped while on holiday in Kashmir. As the handover is completed, the police arrive and a shoot-out ensues. The kidnappers, Anwar and Leela, get away and board a bus, taking all of the passengers hostage. Dominic must negotiate with Anwar whilst trying to convince the police not to attack. His task is complicated when Anwar learns that his family has been arrested and threatens to kill a hostage every hour until they are released.
- Inside Men
  
  Thursday, 21:00, BBC One HD
  
  Chris and Riaz are at each other's throats while tensions within the group are starting to build, in the final episode of the crime drama series.
  
  After a new person in charge of security rubs John up the wrong way, he worries that she may put the whole job at risk. Gina is offered a proper role in the heist and struggles with the decision to get fully involved. When she finally agrees, she is hit by the seriousness of what she is about to do. Both Gina and Marcus reflect on the risks they are taking and make a big decision as a result. As the big day approaches, everyone tries to remain calm, with varying degrees of success.
- Catholics
  
  Thursday, 21:00, BBC Four
  
  An intimate portrait of one of three remaining Roman Catholic seminaries in Britain, the first of a three-part series about being Catholic in Britain.
  
  As the Catholic priesthood struggles to recover from the scandal of child abuse, numbers applying to join have fallen greatly. In this first film, filmmaker Richard Alwyn meets the men who still feel themselves called to this role, including heavy metal roadie-turned-first year student, Rob Hunt, and Andrew Gallagher, who previously worked in a City law firm. The film follows the seminarians through a timetable which ranges from Biblical Greek to lessons on how to live a celibate life.
- Pramface
  
  Thursday, 21:00, BBC Three
  
  Two teenage lovers experience a loss of innocence and are unexpectedly flung head-long into adulthood in a new six-part comedy series.
  
  Having finished his exams, Jamie is looking forward to a carefree summer with his friends. But when he crashes a party and hooks up with 18-year-old Laura, who has broken her parents' curfew and is determined to have fun. A few weeks after their night of passion, Laura is horrified to discover that she is pregnant. There's another shock in store when she discovers that Jamie is 16 years old. Jamie and Laura barely know one another, but they now have one major thing in common... And it's growing.
- Strictly Baby Disco
  
  Thursday, 22:00, Channel 4
  
  Documentary about the world of kids' freestyle disco, an increasingly popular form of dance where the costumes and moves are extravagantly elaborate.
  
  The film follows the stories of three nine-year-old girls - Clemmie, Orlaigh and Billie - as they try to defeat the reigning champion Karah. Viewers are shown a world where children as young as three pull of incredible dance moves, while also dressing up in wigs, exotic costumes, and extravagant make-up. They are all dreaming of being crowned Disco Kid at the illustrious Blackpool Tower ballroom.
- Goodfellas
  
  Thursday, 22:35, ITV4
  
  Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci and Robert De Niro star in Martin Scorsese's Oscar-winning gangster epic, chronicling the life and crimes of wiseguy Henry Hill.
  
  The film charts Henry's progress from teenage errand-boy to fully fledged mobster. Knowing only too well that he must put the Mob's interests before everything, Henry embarks on a series of ventures with his dangerous cohorts that ultimately forces him to question his loyalties as the good times turn sour. Featuring a cracking soundtrack and pitch-perfect performances from the ensemble cast, it is Pesci's terrifying turn as the psychotic Tommy DeVito that stands out.
- The Jonathan Ross Show
  
  Thursday, 22:35, ITV1
  
  Jonathan Ross presents the latest episode of his popular talk show in which he unleashes his infectious wit on his celebrity guests.
  
  Jonathan welcomes a stellar cast to the studio this week. First up is John Hurt, who recently acted alongside Gary Oldman in the critically acclaimed Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and who was the recipient of the Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award at the 2012 Baftas. Joining him in the green room will be Hollywood star Christina Ricci, and Celebrity Juice's Keith Lemon, Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby. Music is supplied by LMFAO.

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