Schedule Tuesday 6th December 2011

Bread

Jack soon gets back into the swing of buying and selling but the piano he buys causes more trouble than it is worth. Joey tells his mother about his debt and the family agree to pull together to help him. Meanwhile, Aveline is making every effort to get pregnant and creating problems for Oswald.

The Brittas Empire

The staff at Whitbury Leisure Centre prepare a red-carpet welcome for the indestructible Gordon Brittas.

Keeping Up Appearances

Episode 2.3, The Candlelight Supper: Hyacinth plans a candlelit supper to impress Emmet with her singing talents, but fate intervenes and the event does not go as expected.

Elephants To Catch Eels

It's Jester's Relief week in Drumlin Bay, and Tamsyn is a bit tired of raising money for the people of Devon, just because their clotted cream is slightly less clotted than the Cornish equivalent.

Bread

When Adrian helps Jack to recover his stolen piano, they come into conflict with Yizzel and his mate - once again. Lilo Lill has taken a job in service to be near Freddie, whilst Freddie has sold his flat in order to pay Joey's debt.

Richard Herring's Objective

Richard asks if it is acceptable to be prejudiced against the posh. With Emma Kennedy and special guest Alexei Sayle.

To The Manor Born

As Mr DeVere - or rather, Mr Polouvicka - takes up residence in the manor, the Lodge also has a new owner. Richard's mother has met the seemingly reclusive resident, but he's yet to come across his new neighbour...

The Goon Show

Episode 6.19, The Jet-Propelled Guided NAFFI: Grytpype and Moriarty aim to steal the plans for a new secret weapon. First aired in 1956.

Hotel Trubble

Presenter Barney arrives to make a programme about bellboys. Jamie's ecstatic, until he finds out Barney's making a show called Britain's Most Boring Bellboys. Can Jamie prove he's too exciting to be on Barney's hotel-wrecking show?

2point4 Children

The ground floor of the house has been all but destroyed, and Bill's understandably distraught. For once the family all come together to tackle the problem - organised by Bette!

The Now Show

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Mitch Benn, Jan Ravens, Jon Holmes and Andrew Maxwell.

The Good Life

After constantly being treated like one of the lads, the life of self sufficency upsets Barbara who admits to missing feeling like a woman. Tom eventually realises that Barbara gave up more than he did when they traded lives and performs a selfless act to try and help.

Hamish And Dougal: You'll Have Had Your Tea

Hamish finds a rival in the Laird after falling head over heels for society beauty Lady Caroline Fitz-Neatleigh.

The Good Life

The Goods leave Jerry and Margo in charge of the house for a weekend in order to unwind. However they are so worried that the Leadbetters will not be able to cope that they can not relax at all.

Carry On Spying

Four trainee spies are put on the trail of the subversive organisation STENCH as they try to track down the secret Formula X.

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Bob and Thelma are going to a fancy dress party on Christmas Eve and, inevitably, Terry has to get involved.

My Family

Ben and Susan decide to help out some friends by flat sitting their brand-new Docklands apartment. It doesn't turn out to be the weekend they anticipated when they accidentally burn the flat down.

My Family

Roger Bailey produces a beautiful new girlfriend after Susan suggests making Abi jealous. The only problem is Roger's new girl isn't quite what she seems, in fact she charges £200 an hour!

Last Of The Summer Wine

Ronnie is put off the idea of marriage by Truly's stories of matrimonial disasters.

The Goon Show

Episode 6.19, The Jet-Propelled Guided NAFFI: Grytpype and Moriarty aim to steal the plans for a new secret weapon. First aired in 1956.

Outnumbered

The celebration of parental incompetence continues, with the problems piling up for mum and dad.

To The Manor Born

When Richard misses his first Sunday church service as owner of the manor, Audrey resolves to sort out his increasingly apparent shortcomings and force him to bring the estate up to scratch.

What The Dickens?

Sandi Toksvig hosts an irreverent cultural quiz as captains Chris Addison and Sue Perkins are joined by John O'Farrell and Robin Ince for a battle of wit and wits.

Steptoe And Son

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

Last Of The Summer Wine

Compo convinces a barmaid that Foggy is an eccentric millionaire.

Only Fools And Horses

In the middle of the worst, wettest winter in memory, all the brothers have to flog is sun-tan lotion. Things are looking grim until Uncle Albert falls down the cellar hatch at the Nag's Head: a big compensation package could set them up nicely. Unfortunately, Del's unaware of Albert's past...

The Good Life

An excursion to the pony club for manure causes the Goods to uncover a secret that Margo is keeping from Jerry. When they spot Margo being mysterious in town the plot thickens. Tom and Barbara struggle with what to do and fear for the Leadbetter marriage!

Only Fools And Horses

Rodney's joined a band (on drums), and really believes that they could be the next big thing. Del's not so convinced, but, spying an opportunity to make a few bob, offers to act as their manager. Their first gig doesn't go well at all, but which one of the brothers will be proved right?

Sorry, I've Got No Head

Dean the superhero tries to lift a car off someone's foot, the Lady Tourist tries to go to the theatre and The Witchfinder General ends up in a children's playzone.

The Good Life

Barbara offers to do Margo a favour by filling in for a speaker at one of her groups. Her talk on self-sufficiency quickly comes to the attention of Lady 'George' Truskett who asks her to do the same talk at a few other locations. This absense from home causes Tom some problems and Margo is jealous of Barbara and George's relationship.

After You've Gone

Jimmy and Diana want to give Molly and Alex a normal, traditional family Christmas - but this is not a normal, traditional family!

Meanwhile, the school play puts everyone under pressure.

Last Of The Summer Wine

Compo is determined to get Nora a special present. Where will he find something that he can afford and will anywhere be open on Christmas Eve?

On The Buses

The Indian busmen hold a social evening in the depot canteen with an attractive snake dancer. Jack steals the opportunity to ask her out, and asks Stan to take his washing home for him - complete with slithery companion!

My Family

Ben and Susan decide to help out some friends by flat sitting their brand-new Docklands apartment. It doesn't turn out to be the weekend they anticipated when they accidentally burn the flat down.

On The Buses

When Mum uses kiss-proof lipstick and stays out until 1:30am, everyone suspects the worst.

Last Of The Summer Wine

Will hypnosis calm the nerves of those taking part in the Christmas concert?

Elephants To Catch Eels

It's Jester's Relief week in Drumlin Bay, and Tamsyn is a bit tired of raising money for the people of Devon, just because their clotted cream is slightly less clotted than the Cornish equivalent.

My Family

Roger Bailey produces a beautiful new girlfriend after Susan suggests making Abi jealous. The only problem is Roger's new girl isn't quite what she seems, in fact she charges £200 an hour!

The Good Life

A check-up gives Jerry a wake up call and starts the Leadbetters on a health drive. After days of ridicule from Tom the two decide to settle their differences in a race around Surbiton.

Outnumbered

The celebration of parental incompetence continues, with the problems piling up for mum and dad.

The Goon Show

Episode 6.19, The Jet-Propelled Guided NAFFI: Grytpype and Moriarty aim to steal the plans for a new secret weapon. First aired in 1956.

Only Fools And Horses

When offered the deal of the century by a new acquaintance, Del puts together a consortium to help purchase a suitcase full of gold chains. Predictably, the plan goes catastrophically wrong.

dinnerladies

It's Christmas Eve, also Bren's birthday, and after an awkward interruption the previous night, she's worried that everything with Tony is ruined - but is resignation her only option?

Last Of The Summer Wine

Compo convinces a barmaid that Foggy is an eccentric millionaire.

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee invites Rob Brydon's alter ego Keith Barret on to the stage.

Sitcom Does...

Ricky Tomlinson looks at how sitcoms have mirrored the madness and merriment of the festive period, featuring Gavin & Stacey, The Vicar Of Dibley and Father Ted.

QI

With Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.

The Royle Family

It's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.

Life's Too Short

During messy divorce negotiations, Warwick asks Ricky and Stephen for personal advice. Meanwhile, he moves into a new apartment and seeks election as chairman of the Society of People of Small Stature.

Mock The Week

Ben Norris joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Ed Byrne joins Russell Howard and Andy Parsons.

Richard Herring's Objective

Richard asks if it is acceptable to be prejudiced against the posh. With Emma Kennedy and special guest Alexei Sayle.

Live At The Apollo

Al Murray introduces comedy from Shappi Khorsandi and Russell Kane.

Argumental

More dynamic debates with Sean Lock in the chair. Robert Webb, Seann Walsh, Stephen K Amos and Jo Brand make up the teams.

Only Fools And Horses

It's anthracite roast potatoes and green stuff all round - Grandad's cooking Christmas dinner! Trouble is, Rodney's in danger of dying of boredom. Then the glittering attractions of the Monte Carlo club beckon...

The Catherine Tate Show

A Northern Irish mum is delighted that her son is gay. Meanwhile, Nan visits an old friend in hospital and Lauren takes a job in a burger bar.

Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge

Alan has penned a book that he tries to plug and speaks to a member of the Royal family, an impressionist and a government minister tainted by scandal.

PhoneShop

When Christopher comes into some money, cash-strapped Lance can't believe his good luck - things must be on the up. They aren't, and Lance is forced into aiding and abetting Jez's latest charity scam. Meanwhile Ashley and Jerwayne attempt to use their sales techniques as tools of seduction.

Have I Got News For You

With guest host David Mitchell and guest panellists Andrew Maxwell and Richard Coles.

Doon Your Way

Jean-Paul Gaultier makes a visit to Flush FM, the Brownie gives her guide to raves, and Aphrodite goes Shakespearean.

The Catherine Tate Show

Lauren joins the cheerleaders to impress Ryan, 50s landlady Ma Willow makes her first appearance and Nan has a mouse in her house.

Only Fools And Horses

Del is in love again after catching the eye of Heather during a rendition of 'Old Shep' at the Nag's Head. It's not long before he wants to get engaged, as usual, but this time there is a complication... her husband.

The IT Crowd

Roy gets obsessed by his latest girlfriend's sad family history, while Jen tells an absolute whopper to get some attention.

QI

With Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.

Absolutely Fabulous

Edina is encouraged by Patsy to plan an orgy, as she has not had sex for a long time. The pair hire two gigolos and prepare for their night of debauchery; which collides disastrously with Saffron's biology presentation for university.

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee invites Rob Brydon's alter ego Keith Barret on to the stage.

Game On

Impressed by Archie's tales of life in the Royal Marines, Matt decides to join the Marines in honour of his dead brother Danny. Trouble is, Martin and Mandy don't recall Matt ever having a brother.

Mock The Week

Ben Norris joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Ed Byrne joins Russell Howard and Andy Parsons.

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Strap in for a rollicking ride through past Burps, as big-collared telly critic Harry Hill presents more of the funniest moments from previous series.

On The Buses

The Indian busmen hold a social evening in the depot canteen with an attractive snake dancer. Jack steals the opportunity to ask her out, and asks Stan to take his washing home for him - complete with slithery companion!

Psychoville

David and his mum, Maureen, continue their killing spree - three people, one room, one body in a trunk. The pair are mid-murder when an unexpected visitor throws them into a panic. But who is the mystery caller and what if the body is discovered? Will Maureen finally get to try pyramid teabags? Featuring a secret guest star.

Black Books

Bernard becomes a hardcore gambler and Fran and Manny compete for a job at Black Books.

Duty Free

A young honeymoon couple find themselves offered marital advice from some unlikely sources - the Pearce's and the Cochran's.

The Now Show

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Mitch Benn, Jan Ravens, Jon Holmes and Andrew Maxwell.

Have I Got News For You

With guest host David Mitchell and guest panellists Andrew Maxwell and Richard Coles.

Absolutely Fabulous

Edina is encouraged by Patsy to plan an orgy, as she has not had sex for a long time. The pair hire two gigolos and prepare for their night of debauchery; which collides disastrously with Saffron's biology presentation for university.

PhoneShop

When Christopher comes into some money, cash-strapped Lance can't believe his good luck - things must be on the up. They aren't, and Lance is forced into aiding and abetting Jez's latest charity scam. Meanwhile Ashley and Jerwayne attempt to use their sales techniques as tools of seduction.

Him & Her

Becky and Steve are late for the cinema and keep getting delayed. They lock themselves out, Steve can't find his phone and they get sidelined by Laura and Paul, who have just returned from a Spanish holiday.

Grouchy Young Men

We look back at the best bits from the series to see what caused our Grouchies to really grind their teeth and clench their fists.

Creature Comforts

Episode 2.9, Bed Time: Sleep patterns come under the microscope as a tortoise discusses insomnia, a woodlouse despairs of finding a solution for snoring and nocturnal creatures talk about the night shift. Plus, the Dove of Peace reveals why he becomes aggressive if he fails to get a decent night's rest.

Hamish And Dougal: You'll Have Had Your Tea

Hamish finds a rival in the Laird after falling head over heels for society beauty Lady Caroline Fitz-Neatleigh.

The IT Crowd

Roy gets obsessed by his latest girlfriend's sad family history, while Jen tells an absolute whopper to get some attention.

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Paul Tonkinson on Boris Johnson, Chris McCausland on online shopping, Lucy Porter on therapy and Miles Jupp on Stephen Hawking.

Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee

Miss Single visits a high-end tailor; artist and fashion designer Sharon Crisp casts a model for her Spring/Summer range; the OCD lady is out on a blind date; and Lady Gatecrasher heads out to an open-mic poetry night...

Time Gentlemen Please

It's Terry's birthday, and the Guv's lined him up the traditional pint-per-year to celebrate.

Elephants To Catch Eels

It's Jester's Relief week in Drumlin Bay, and Tamsyn is a bit tired of raising money for the people of Devon, just because their clotted cream is slightly less clotted than the Cornish equivalent.