Schedule for 23rd August 2011 (full list)

6am (repeat)

Bread

Series 4, Episode 6

Nellie advises the family against fussing over their dad, but she knows that she's wasting her breath. Shifty attempts to move in with his new girlfriend Martina but finds it impossible to leave Grandad on his own. Meanwhile, Adrian's joy at publication of his poems is short-lived when he's nearly arrested.

6:10am (repeat)

Duty Free

Series 2, Episode 2 - Casino

David's money is running low but, despite this, he decides to gamble it all in the casino.

6:30am (repeat)

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 2, Episode 7 - In Harm's Way

Bob is once again in plaster after putting his foot through the ceiling during Terry's DIY adventure. He feels he'll be safe from Terry's influence in the Out Patients department at the hospital. But who is that strange masked character who keeps aggravating his strained ligaments?

7am (repeat)

The Brittas Empire

Series 7, Episode 2 - Reviewing The Situation

Brittas organises a staff review with everyone reporting on their immediate junior. Julie is under police protection after receiving threatening letters, and Helen studies to be a therapy counsellor.

7:30am (repeat)

Bread

Series 5, Episode 7

Aveline has good news about Oswald's sperm count, Adrian finally hears from Magdalena and Joey's loyalty to the family drives a bigger wedge between him and Roxy. Meanwhile, Shifty is in trouble with Yizzel and his mate over money, so he steals their car and heads for London - again!

8am (repeat)

Horrible Histories

Series 3, Episode 9

The Vikings launch their advert for We Sell Any Monk, Queen Elizabeth I surprises her court with some very odd laws, the sacrifice-obsessed Aztec priests sing their gruesome disco song, and we discover the Roman equivalent of text messaging.

8:05am (repeat)

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 2, Episode 2 - Heart To Heart

Bob returns home from his honeymoon with a broken leg after falling down the aircraft steps! When Terry comes round and starts being even moodier than usual and starts asking deep and meaningful questions about life, it can only mean one thing... he's in love!

8:35am (repeat)

Home To Roost

Series 1, Episode 6 - Small Change

Like all young people Matthew is desperate for money, but his father refuses to support him in his chosen career as a guitarist. Instead he insists that he visits the job centre...

8:45am (repeat)

As Time Goes By

Episode 6.5, Alistair's Engagement: Lionel and Jean return from a weekend away to find Judith's boyfriend has been staying at the house. To add to their woes, Alistair announces he has got engaged to a girl named Mercury - dashing their hopes of his ever becoming their son-in-law.

9:20am (repeat)

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 4

Audrey is shocked to see a perfectly good and very old fireplace thrown out by Richard, despite the fact that she never liked it herself. She's also more than a little agitated by the apparent unfairness of her new position in life...

9:30am (repeat)

The Personality Test

Series 1, Episode 1 - John Sergeant

Former BBC and ITN Chief Political Correspondent John Sergeant is at the helm for the first edition of this new comedy panel game show where all the questions are based on the host's own life. With Sue Perkins, Lucy Porter, Robin Ince and Alan Carr.

9:55am (repeat)

Just Good Friends

Series 1, Episode 3

Penny and Vince meet for a walk where they agree to continue being friends and she is even persuaded to have dinner at his flat. But can they spend an evening together without rekindling the past?

10am
35 min

Hotel Trubble

Series 3, Episode 7 - Offensive

Mr Trubble's fearsome Auntie Phyllis is coming to stay in order to size up whether Dolly is a suitable girlfriend for her beloved nephew. Everyone has to be on their best behaviour - so it is the worst possible time for outrageous popstar Lady Gaahouse to turn up.

10:05am (repeat)

Gigglebiz

Series 2, Episode 7

Unlikely keep fit guru Keith Fit takes to the water, while hapless fisherman Rod fails to get his wife Annette to notice his latest catch.

10:30am
90 min

MacAulay And Co

Edinburgh 2011, Episode 7 - Tuesday 23rd

Fred MacAulay brings you the pick of the best comedy from the Edinburgh Festival.

10:35am (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Episode 4.7, Let There Be Light: Hyacinth press-gangs a reluctant Richard into helping repair the lights at the local church hall.

10:45am (repeat)

The Shuttleworths

Series 3, Episode 2 - Ping Pong Pangs

John tackles a testing table tennis trauma.

11:15am (repeat)

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Harder They Fall

Godber has reached the inter-wing boxing tournament finals and is a favourite to win. However, for Grouty's gambling syndicate, the opportunity to make a profit outweighs any concern for following the Marquess of Queensberry rules.

11:55am (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of episodes from the 20th series of Britain's longest running sitcom. Repeated again as of 18.05.

12pm (repeat)

The Goon Show

The Sinking of Westminster Pier: Comedy, with Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe. First aired in 1955.

12:30pm (repeat)

Lucy Montgomery's Variety Pack

Series 2, Episode 4

Variety-packed sketch show with comedian Lucy Montgomery, featuring her vocal athletics and characters from a deluded teen to a nonagenarian diva.

1pm (repeat)

Me & My Monsters

Series 2, Episode 8 - Next Big Thing

Children's series combining live action and puppetry about a family who discover a group of monsters living under their house.

1pm (repeat)

High Table, Lower Orders

Series 1, Episode 2

Another mysterious death causes Health and Safety executive Simon to consider cruets.

1:25pm (repeat)

Me & My Monsters

Series 2, Episode 9 - The Fall Out

It's Eddie's birthday and he can't wait for a party with his three best friends in the all the world - Haggis, Fiend and Norman. But when the monsters argue over what present to give Eddie, it turns into a full scale row that threatens all the party plans, and even their friendship with Eddie.

1:40pm (repeat)

My Family

Series 3, Episode 2 - Shrink Rap

Susan finds a letter on Michael's desk inviting her and Ben to a school auction - Michael hasn't shown it to them though because he doesn't want them to go as they are too embarrassing. At the auction Susan bids for nearly everything including a therapy session for couples. Also, Ben finds himself bidding for his own gift when a patient with very bad breath bids for his free dental treatment!

1:55pm (repeat)

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 4

Audrey is shocked to see a perfectly good and very old fireplace thrown out by Richard, despite the fact that she never liked it herself. She's also more than a little agitated by the apparent unfairness of her new position in life...

2pm (repeat)

George & Mildred

Series 4, Episode 2 - Days Of Beer And Rosie

A stranger arrives in town, asking after George. It soon becomes apparent that he was conceived during a chance 'encounter' on VE night...

2:15pm
45 min

Higher

Series 2, Episode 3 - Rebrand, Relaunch

To Jim's dismay, Roland becomes Vice Chancellor and image consultants are hired to rebrand the university. Jim feels he's being forced out. Will he find an ally in Karen?

2:20pm (repeat)

My Family

Series 3, Episode 3 - Desperately Squeaking Susan

Susan, still missing Janey, decides that she needs some female company and so invites Abi, the daughter of a hated cousin of Ben's, to dinner. Ben, as usual, is against her idea. Abi turns out to be the most accident-prone, clumsy person you could meet... qualities that make her someone who Ben would like to never see again. He'll just have to get used to her though because Susan invites her to come and live with them!

2:30pm (repeat)

Just Good Friends

Series 1, Episode 3

Penny and Vince meet for a walk where they agree to continue being friends and she is even persuaded to have dinner at his flat. But can they spend an evening together without rekindling the past?

2:35pm (repeat)

Terry & June

Series 4, Episode 6 - Something To Get Alarmed About

After an attempted burglary in the middle of the night, June convinces Terry that they should get a burglar alarm. She has her eyes on one with a direct connection to the police station, but Terry's convinced he can make one himself.

3:05pm (repeat)

Sorry, I've Got No Head

Series 3, Episode 7

The fearsome Vikings discover a new trick, Colin and Malcolm struggle with an empty trolley and the helpful bees stumble into a fairy tale.

3:10pm (repeat)

As Time Goes By

Episode 6.5, Alistair's Engagement: Lionel and Jean return from a weekend away to find Judith's boyfriend has been staying at the house. To add to their woes, Alistair announces he has got engaged to a girl named Mercury - dashing their hopes of his ever becoming their son-in-law.

3:30pm
15 min

Comic Fringes

Series 7, Episode 1 - Stairlift Us Up Where We Belong

Poignant and funny monologue exploring that tricky turning point in a woman's life when she goes from being thought of as useful to becoming invisible. By Sarah Millican.

3:45pm (repeat)

The Shuttleworths

Series 3, Episode 2 - Ping Pong Pangs

John tackles a testing table tennis trauma.

3:50pm (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Episode 4.7, Let There Be Light: Hyacinth press-gangs a reluctant Richard into helping repair the lights at the local church hall.

4:30pm (repeat)

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Harder They Fall

Godber has reached the inter-wing boxing tournament finals and is a favourite to win. However, for Grouty's gambling syndicate, the opportunity to make a profit outweighs any concern for following the Marquess of Queensberry rules.

5:10pm (repeat)

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 1 - Autumn

Simon's back in the village, and the Vicar's particularly looking to give him a warm welcome. Her parishioners, however, are somewhat slow on the uptake. When things go awry for the couple, Dibley is plunged into disarray.

5:15pm (repeat)

Home To Roost

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Way We Were

It's Henry's wedding anniversary, but seven years after his divorce there is nothing to celebrate and he goes to the club as normal. While he is out, Matthew welcomes a special guest into his father's home.

5:30pm (repeat)

Hotel Trubble

Series 3, Episode 6 - Snoopergirl

Receptionist Sally has been revealing the secrets of the hotel's celebrity guests on her Snoopergirl blog. When top US popstar, Jenny Montenny, comes to stay, Dolly and Jamie join forces to prevent Sally discovering the secret the singer is hiding.

5:30pm (repeat)

Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!

Series 1, Episode 5

From haggling over the price of a scouring pad and the difficulties of opening a door via an intercom to a day late audition. All Tourettic tics, false starts and nervous fumbling, badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self assurance.

6:25pm (repeat)

Horrible Histories

Series 3, Episode 9

The Vikings launch their advert for We Sell Any Monk, Queen Elizabeth I surprises her court with some very odd laws, the sacrifice-obsessed Aztec priests sing their gruesome disco song, and we discover the Roman equivalent of text messaging.

6:30pm
30 min

Richard Herring's Objective

Edinburgh Festival Special

Richard Herring reclaims the ginger hair wig widely available for sale in Scotland, as he looks at the roots of red hair from the vantage point of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

6:50pm (repeat)

George & Mildred

Series 4, Episode 3 - You Must Have Showers

Mildred takes a liking to the Fourmiles' shower, and orders that George arrange one to be fitted in their bathroom. Much against her better judgement, he gets old friend Jerry to do the work.

7pm (repeat)

The Goon Show

The Sinking of Westminster Pier: Comedy, with Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe. First aired in 1955.

7:25pm (repeat)

Terry & June

Series 5, Episode 1 - No, Councillor

Terry is persuaded to enter local politics, but finds canvassing a hazardous business.

7:30pm (repeat)

Tim Vine Live: So I Said To This Bloke

Live stand-up from Tim Vine, recorded at the Bloomsbury Theatre in 2008.

8pm (repeat)

High Table, Lower Orders

Series 1, Episode 2

Another mysterious death causes Health and Safety executive Simon to consider cruets.

8:05pm (repeat)

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 2 - Winter

It's Christmas - not to mention the turn of the Millennium - in Dibley, and the Vicar is determined to put on a festive show that will be talked about for years. With Hugo, Frank and Owen in charge, they don't get off to a good start, but plans for a special live nativity, with the actually pregnant Alice as Mary, are soon being made.

9pm (repeat)

Lee Evans Live From The West End

A one-off live performance from the comic genius, recorded at the Lyric Theatre in 1995.

9pm (repeat)

Show Me The Funny

Episode 6 - Blackpool

The five remaining comedians head to Blackpool, where they take over the entertainment at two local B&Bs before performing a nerve-wracking gig at the Pleasure Beach.

9pm (repeat)

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 1

Newlyweds Gavin and Stacey return from honeymoon to a big welcome from both families. But Smithy seems none too happy with his best mate, and Nessa makes a confession that throws the whole evening into disarray.

9pm (repeat)

MacAulay And Co

Edinburgh 2011, Episode 7 - Tuesday 23rd

Fred MacAulay brings you the pick of the best comedy from the Edinburgh Festival.

9:40pm (repeat)

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 1 - Pregnant

When Lucy announces that she is pregnant, Lee wonders if the father might accidentally be him.

10pm (repeat)

Twenty Twelve

Series 1, Episode 6

The decision to hold equestrian events in Greenwich Park is one of the most controversial choices made by the Olympic authorities, as the Deliverance team discovers.

10pm (repeat)

Lucy Montgomery's Variety Pack

Series 2, Episode 4

Variety-packed sketch show with comedian Lucy Montgomery, featuring her vocal athletics and characters from a deluded teen to a nonagenarian diva.

10pm (repeat)

Celebrity Juice

Series 4, Episode 6 - McFly Special

The regulars are joined by all the members of top band McFly - Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones, Harry Judd and Dougie Poynter - for some games which see the band having to rank themselves in order of talent and looks.

10:20pm (repeat)

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 2, Episode 4

Russell turn news junkie once again as he puts his spin on the week's headlines. The mystery guest is the human spider man.

11pm (repeat)

My Family

Series 3, Episode 2 - Shrink Rap

Susan finds a letter on Michael's desk inviting her and Ben to a school auction - Michael hasn't shown it to them though because he doesn't want them to go as they are too embarrassing. At the auction Susan bids for nearly everything including a therapy session for couples. Also, Ben finds himself bidding for his own gift when a patient with very bad breath bids for his free dental treatment!

11pm (repeat)

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Have I Got News For You

Series 36, Episode 8

Jerry Springer acts as host, with Ken Livingstone on Ian's side and Katy Brand on Paul's.

11pm
30 min

Life: An Idiot's Guide

Pilot, Episode 1 - Getting Away

Stephen K Amos hosts a selection of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival's best stand-up comedians to present an Idiot's Guide to "Getting Away". With guest stand-up from W. Kamau Bell, Susan Calman, Tim FitzHigham, Josie Long and Simon Munnery.

11:15pm (repeat)

Chris Moyles Quiz Night

Series 4, Episode 6

The Hasselhoffs, Keith Lemon and Christine Bleakley go head to head with Chris this week as they show off their knowledge.

11:30pm (repeat)

Elephants To Catch Eels

Series 1, Episode 1

Tamsyn Trelawny's existence as a smuggler is threatened by the arrival of a new customs inspector.

11:40pm (repeat)

My Family

Series 3, Episode 3 - Desperately Squeaking Susan

Susan, still missing Janey, decides that she needs some female company and so invites Abi, the daughter of a hated cousin of Ben's, to dinner. Ben, as usual, is against her idea. Abi turns out to be the most accident-prone, clumsy person you could meet... qualities that make her someone who Ben would like to never see again. He'll just have to get used to her though because Susan invites her to come and live with them!

11:40pm (repeat)

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 1

Newlyweds Gavin and Stacey return from honeymoon to a big welcome from both families. But Smithy seems none too happy with his best mate, and Nessa makes a confession that throws the whole evening into disarray.

Midnight (repeat)

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 4, Highlights Special - Best Bits

The best bits from Series 4 of the topical comedy show hosted by Russell Howard. Includes some previously unseen material.

12:15am (repeat)

Jack Dee: Live At The London Palladium

Jack Dee delivers a stellar performance from the world famous London Palladium.

12:20am (repeat)

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 1 - Pregnant

When Lucy announces that she is pregnant, Lee wonders if the father might accidentally be him.

1am (repeat)

Victoria Wood's Mid Life Christmas

A bumper (re)collection of the BAFTA-winning comedianne's most recent Christmas TV sketches, including the definitive costume drama Lark Pies to Cranchesterford, the Midlife Olympics, and the further adventures of Acorn Antiques star Bo Beaumont - alias Julie Walters.

1am (repeat)