Schedule Wednesday 1st August 2018
6:35am
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Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 18 - More About Upside DownThe Twirlywoos are in a very smart cafe, hiding behind some upside down cups.
7am
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Like They've Never Been Gone
Episode 2.1, Trouble With the Credit Card: It is duo Tommy and Sheila's second stab at fame, and she has been spending.
7:10am
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 5, Episode 3 - SpoilsportShaun persuades Bitzer to take part in his game of cricket but Bitzer is more worried about the condition of the pitch than the game.
7:30am
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A Sharp Intake Of Breath
Series 2, Episode 6 - What About The WorkersPeter's caught up in the officiousness of trade unionism when a repair man at his firm spots him, a white collared worker, turning a conveyor belt on and off. Matters are set to only get worse as the shop steward arrives.
7:30am
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Josh Howie's Losing It
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Travel SystemJosh attempts to buy a pram on the cheap while also trying to convince his mechanic to give him a good deal.
7:50am
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Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 40 - Friendly Neighbourhood WerewolfEefa casts a spell to save Luke from being evicted from Scream Street but accidentally freezes him mid-change and he is stuck as a friendly werewolf.
8am
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Sorry!
Series 7, Episode 1 - Mothers and BrothersMuriel persuades Timothy that his only hope of escaping from Mother is to buy his own cottage.
8am
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 4 - Rainforests Of Sumatra, IndonesiaWhen Grandmaster Glitch invents the world's most pungent perfume, he finds he needs one more ingredient: the super stinky aroma of the titan arum, a huge flower that blooms once every few years in the rainforests of Sumatra.
8am
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The Navy Lark
Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
8:30am
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8:35am
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Justin's House
Series 2, Episode 7 - Back In TimeJustin builds a time machine and transports everyone in the house back in time, meeting a few familiar-looking ancestors along the way!
8:40am
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 5, Episode 8 - Have You Ever Seen A Dream WalkingPhoebe's in the present, Yvonne is in the past, and when they meet in the middle, the sparks really begin to fly. Gary is convinced that he is losing his mind, and no one seems able to help him find it.
8:40am
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Thunder In The City
An American marketing genius visits his near-penniless English relatives and sets about restoring their aristocratic fortune.
9am
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Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 8 - Timmy The PostmanIt is Valentine's Day, and Harriet shows the class how to make cards for their best friends.
9am
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Who Goes There
Episode 2.1: Martin Young chairs the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Polly Toynbee and Miles Kington.
9:05am
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Horrible Histories
Series 1, Episode 8The Saxons exchange disgusting Christmas presents, a caveman goes on a TV cookery show and we discover the bizarre causes of the First World War.
9:15am
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 12th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
9:30am
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The Right Time
Episode 3.2: It's a facelift fracas on the sketch comedy for people growing older disgracefully.
9:35am
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Minder
Series 1, Episode 2 - Bury My Half At Waltham GreenArthur farms out Terry's services to a newly-released con. Unfortunately for Terry he's none-too-bright, and has some old associates really rather keen on getting back in touch.
9:35am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 21 - Fitting TogetherThe Twirlywoos learn how to fit pipes together when they create a surprising water feature, and the Very Important Lady falls apart and needs some help fitting back together.
9:55am
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George & Mildred
Series 3, Episode 1 - Opportunity KnocksJerry appears at the Ropers' front door with a business proposition for George. It's one that he just cannot turn down - although he definitely should!
9:55am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
10am30 min
Live From The BBC
Series 3, Episode 6 - Mat EwinsLive From The BBC is proud to welcome Mat Ewins, nominee for Best Show at the 2017 Edinburgh Comedy Awards. Adventurer and film-maker Mat takes us on an action-packed quest using computer graphics and animation in this his hilarious television debut.
11:20am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 2Hyacinth is busy trying to find out why she hasn't received her invitation to the mayor's fancy dress ball and she also wants to get to know some important new neighbours.
11:30am30 min
Jack & Millie
Series 1, Episode 3 - Deliver Us From eBayJack and Millie discover the 11th commandment. Thou shalt not try and please a son's scary ex-girlfriend. And what is really in the mysterious neighbour's packages?
12pm
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Lovejoy
Series 2, Episode 5 - Who Dares SingsLovejoy and Lady Jane are commissioned to furnish a restaurant.
12pm
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The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 1 - Testing TimesSleepless nights, confusion over chemicals and an EU farm inspection - just a normal day on the farm for Boycie and Marlene.... until Boycie loses his hair!
12pm
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The Navy Lark
Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
12:30pm
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12:40pm
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My Family
Series 2, Episode 5 - Death And Ben Take A HolidayThe funeral of Ben's 93-year-old aunt Margaret brings the family together. They are forced to share a bed at a rundown Bed and Breakfast, while Nick tries to spend the night with the hotel maid Rita.
12:55pm
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 2, Episode 8 - School TripDexter takes the 4 O'Clock regulars on a half-term camping trip. But due to a mix-up they have to turn back and head home. To salvage something from the trip, Josh comes up with a bold idea for where they can camp instead.
1pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Episode 1 - The Love MobileSmiler unexpectedly finds a means of meeting a new female partner.
1pm
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The Guv'nor
A repeat of this 1935 film.
1:15pm
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 1, Episode 5 - Charity Begins At HomeJoe Maplin decrees that every Thursday will be 'Sunshine Smile Day'. The Camp Host decides to extend this to the campers by compelling any holidaymaker caught without a smile to pay a shilling to the Campers' Amenity Fund.
1:25pm
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 4, Episode 8Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Poppy and Ben and special guests Katie Thistleton, Stu Goldsmith, Ivo Graham and Suzi Ruffell, who battle it out in a series of rounds and challenges.
1:35pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 21 - Fitting TogetherThe Twirlywoos learn how to fit pipes together when they create a surprising water feature, and the Very Important Lady falls apart and needs some help fitting back together.
1:40pm
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 6 - A Marriage Of InconvenienceAs René's wedding approaches, Edith grows increasingly wistful for their past together. Unknown to René, she plots with Michelle - for the good of the Resistance, naturally - to take Denise's place at the altar.
2pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 7, Episode 3 - The ApartmentSince her flat's been over-run by squatters and no one else will put her up, Mr. Grace allows Mrs. Slocombe to set up home in a vacant department on the top floor of the store. However, transport problems soon force the rest of the staff to beg her for a place for the night!
2:20pm
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 7 - No Hiding PlaceUpon hearing that Denise has escaped, René disguises himself as his own father and searches for a safe hiding place. With the café machine-gunned, Denise's followers capture René - but it is not him she is out to get.
2:40pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 2Hyacinth is busy trying to find out why she hasn't received her invitation to the mayor's fancy dress ball and she also wants to get to know some important new neighbours.
2:45pm
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The Chain
A repeat of this 1984 film.
2:55pm
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Minder
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smaller They Are...When an old friend comes asking for help with tale of a large stash of stolen money, Arthur is only too happy to volunteer his and Terry's services. Unfortunately, the previous owners are keen to reclaim their cash.
2:55pm
(repeat)
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
3:20pm
(repeat)
The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 1 - Testing TimesSleepless nights, confusion over chemicals and an EU farm inspection - just a normal day on the farm for Boycie and Marlene.... until Boycie loses his hair!
3:40pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 5, Episode 14 - Rude DudeThe farmer's rock 'n' roll idol is stranded at the farm when his limousine breaks down. Soon revealed as a spoilt pretender, Shaun decides to show him a lesson from the 'school of rock'.
4pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 12th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
4pm
(repeat)
Who Goes There
Episode 2.1: Martin Young chairs the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Polly Toynbee and Miles Kington.
4:05pm
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Class Dismissed
Series 3, Episode 3 - Extra-Curricular TeachingJuan Castanetta takes another unusual approach to teaching Spanish, Mr Capp tries to be cool and proves he is anything but, and Mrs Winstone has an unusual proposition for Jasmine.
4:30pm
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The Right Time
Episode 3.2: It's a facelift fracas on the sketch comedy for people growing older disgracefully.
4:40pm
(repeat)
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 18 - Ahoy ThereA game of beach volleyball is interrupted when a ball thrown by Bevel dislodges the gang's raft.
5pm
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Lovejoy
Series 2, Episode 5 - Who Dares SingsLovejoy and Lady Jane are commissioned to furnish a restaurant.
5pm
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Hank Zipzer
Series 3, Episode 2 - Vlog It!Mr Joy's latest scheme sees the pupils of Westbrook vying to produce the best vlogs and videos for the school intranet.
5pm
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Like They've Never Been Gone
Episode 2.1, Trouble With the Credit Card: It is duo Tommy and Sheila's second stab at fame, and she has been spending.
5:10pm
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 22 - The Wieliczka Salt Mine, PolandGrandmaster Glitch's digging causes a flood in the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Can the Go Jetters save the famous salt statues?
5:20pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 8 - Waffle In The Shoe ShopWhile Zoe helps Doug with his homework project about Alaska, Simon and Jess take Waffle and Evie to the shops to buy new school shoes. But Waffle's attempts to help end up causing chaos.
5:30pm
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Josh Howie's Losing It
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Travel SystemJosh attempts to buy a pram on the cheap while also trying to convince his mechanic to give him a good deal.
6pm
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 6 - A Marriage Of InconvenienceAs René's wedding approaches, Edith grows increasingly wistful for their past together. Unknown to René, she plots with Michelle - for the good of the Resistance, naturally - to take Denise's place at the altar.
6pm
(repeat)
Are You Being Served?
Series 7, Episode 3 - The ApartmentSince her flat's been over-run by squatters and no one else will put her up, Mr. Grace allows Mrs. Slocombe to set up home in a vacant department on the top floor of the store. However, transport problems soon force the rest of the staff to beg her for a place for the night!
6pm
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Diddy TV
Series 4, Episode 3 - The World's Strongest DiddyLove blossoms Diddy-style in First Dates. We discover that Vets Do the Funniest Things and who will win the title The World's Strongest Diddy?
6:30pm
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Josh Howie's Losing It
Series 1, Episode 4 - The RouteJosh and his wife Monique attend their first NCT class where Josh typically manages to fall out with almost everyone.
6:30pm
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Comic To Comic
Series 2, Episode 1 - Jimmy CarrBruce Morton talks to Jimmy Carr about how he lost religion and found comedy in his mid-20s, life on tour and writing his comedy routines.
6:40pm
(repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 7 - No Hiding PlaceUpon hearing that Denise has escaped, René disguises himself as his own father and searches for a safe hiding place. With the café machine-gunned, Denise's followers capture René - but it is not him she is out to get.
6:40pm
(repeat)
Dad's Army
A selection of four episodes of the Home Guard sitcom.
6:50pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 3 - Sheepless NightsA leak in the barn forces the flock to relocate to the pig sty for the night. However, the selfish pigs don't want to share.
7pm
(repeat)
Horrible Histories
Series 1, Episode 8The Saxons exchange disgusting Christmas presents, a caveman goes on a TV cookery show and we discover the bizarre causes of the First World War.
7pm
(repeat)
The Navy Lark
Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
7:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Episode 1 - The Love MobileSmiler unexpectedly finds a means of meeting a new female partner.
7:30pm
(repeat)
8pm
(repeat)
A League Of Their Own
Series 10, Episode 1The boys are joined by West Ham striker Andy Carroll, comedian David Walliams and former Spice Girl Melanie C.
8:30pm
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Hank Zipzer
Series 3, Episode 2 - Vlog It!Mr Joy's latest scheme sees the pupils of Westbrook vying to produce the best vlogs and videos for the school intranet.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 3Clips include a mayor who has banned residents from dying; a man who can't stop laughing after an operation; and some naughty placards at the London Marathon. The Mystery Guest is a canine Crufts winner. The Good News Extra comic is Dana Alexander.
9pm
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Porridge
A selection of episodes from the second series of the prison-based sitcom.
9pm
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Taskmaster
TV format in which Greg Davies and Alex Horne set a group of comedians various outlandish challenges.
9pm60 min
Double Acts
Episode 2 - Elsie & Doris WatersChristopher Biggins celebrates the English sister-double act of Elsie and Doris Waters, better known by their character names of Gert and Daisy.
9:10pm50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 11, Episode 3Guests Gok Wan, Sarah Millican, Seann Walsh and Amy Childs from The Only Way Is Essex, assist Jon, Jimmy and Sean to thrash out the hot topics of the week.
9:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 5, Episode 2 - The Miracle Of PeckhamIn an effort to bolster the Church Roof Fund, Del "discovers" a miracle of his own and informs the world press.
10pm
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Citizen Khan
Series 2, Episode 4 - FastingWhen the Imam calls a special fast, Mr Khan can't help but compete with Dave. Shazia, meanwhile, has a job offer that'll mean living in India for a year, and Mrs Khan is desperate not to see her relationship with Amjad put under such strain.
10pm
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Monty Python's Personal Best
Episode 3 - John CleeseThis episode begins with a spoof memorial to 'the late' John Cleese before cutting to a series of new sketches performed by the Pythons.
10pm30 min
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 5, Episode 3 - Tom Allen At The Comedy StoreTom Allen is at the prestigious Comedy Store in London hosting a night of riotous comedy with the hilarious Tez Ilyas, the brilliant Kiri Pritchard-McLean and the fabulous Tom Lucy.
10pm
(repeat)
Mock The Week
Series 12, Highlights SpecialA selection of extended highlights and unseen hilarity from the twelfth series of Mock The Week.
10pm
(repeat)
Josh Howie's Losing It
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Travel SystemJosh attempts to buy a pram on the cheap while also trying to convince his mechanic to give him a good deal.
10pm50 min
CelebAbility
Series 2, Episode 6Jordan Banjo, Sam Thompson, Montana Brown, Tom Read Wilson and Lauren Simon are this episode's guests.
10pm30 min
Stath Lets Flats
Series 1, Episode 6 - It's A Manager DayVasos is turning 70 and a party is planned for the end of the working day.
10:30pm
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Fonejacker
Series 1, Episode 6A dying man makes a call to a life insurance firm and Mr Doovdé wants to know whether he should buy an HP or IBM computer.
10:30pm
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 4, Episode 3 - Katherine Ryan At The Comedy StoreThis episode is hosted by Katherine Ryan and stars Elliot Steel, Tom Allen and John Robins.
10:30pm
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Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully
Series 2, Episode 4 - Ctrl-Alt-DelThe Computer catches a virus, and so with Uljabaan's sole method of control, analysis and communication now compromised, the invasion is doomed in more ways than one.
10:40pm
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Citizen Khan
Series 2, Episode 5 - Shazia's Gym VisitMr Khan's attempts to get a famous Pakistani cricketer to operate the mosque's annual Eid tombola come into conflict with Mrs Khan, Shazia and Amjad's local gym membership trial, with unexpected consequences.
10:40pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Episode 7David Mitchell is joined by Greg Rutherford MBE and Kirsty Young, and Lee Mack is joined by Joanna Scanlan and Henning Wehn.
11pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 4Gavin is uncomfortable with Gwen and Bryn knowing the ins and outs of his and Stacey's sex life. Meanwhile, Smithy goes beyond the call of friendship by making a staggering suggestion.
11pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 4 (Channel 4: Series 5), Episode 2Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by celebrity guests David Baddiel and Trevor Noah. Joey Essex is in Dictionary Corner while Alex Horne and The Horne Section help Rachel Riley.
11pm
(repeat)
Open All Hours
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the cornershop sitcom.
11pm15 min
Bunk Bed
Series 5, Episode 4Patrick and Peter discuss the idea of reading literature in the nude, before describing ideal death scenes for each other.
11pm
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Fabulous
Series 1, Episode 5Faye is in a great mood after she manages to get an invite to both the management drinks party and Edith's wedding.
11:15pm
Live From The BBC
Series 3, Episode 3 - Suzi RuffellSuzi Ruffell is one of the most exciting comedy stars of her generation. This laugh out loud show sees Suzi take to the stage for 30-minutes of genuinely funny stand-up about struggling in and out of the middle classes.
11:15pm
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The Celebrity Voicemail Show
Series 1, Episode 1 - Benedict CumberbatchAn entirely fictitious comedy series written, improvised and starring only Kayvan Novak. In this opening episode, listeners hear the voicemail of Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch.
11:15pm
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Hamish And Dougal: You'll Have Had Your Tea
Series 2, Episode 6 - Trapped!Hamish and Dougal visit London for the very first time and get stuck between floors on an escalator in a well known Oxford Street department store.
11:20pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 3, Episode 5 - Joan Rivers and Patrick KieltyThe undisputed Queen of the Jewish Princesses, Joan Rivers, hosts the unstoppable Patrick Kielty as they point the finger at bad parents, inept terrorists and binge drinking.
11:20pm
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11:30pm
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Delve Special
Series 2, Episode 3 - The Secret Dis-serviceDavid Lander probes MI5 in a tale of dirty tricks, purple herrings and mauve sheep.
11:40pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 5It's Bank Holiday Monday and the Essex contingent arrives for a sunny day out at the beach. Doris even puts her sun dress on!
Midnight60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 51, Episode 8Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Katherine Ryan and guest panellists Joe Wilkinson and Gyles Brandreth.
12:20am
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John Bishop In Conversation With...
Series 4, Episode 4 - Katherine RyanJohn Bishop sits down with Canadian-Irish comedian and presenter Katherine Ryan. Katherine reveals how she coped with being a single mum just as her comedy career took flight as well as reminiscing on growing up in a small Canadian town and being diagnosed with Lupus.
12:20am
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The Office
Series 1, Episode 2 - Work ExperienceDavid hires Donna, his lodger and the daughter of his best friend. While showing her round the office he discovers a doctored pornographic image of himself. Gareth, due to his covert operations skills, is told to catch the culprit.
12:25am
(repeat)
Mid Morning Matters With Alan Partridge
Series 1, Episode 2 - Mustard + PepperAmid a mix of anecdotes, facts and tips, Alan and Simon ask listeners to vote for Norfolk's greatest person before indulging in a spot of wine tasting live on air.
12:25am
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 15 (Channel 4: Series 16), Episode 3Sean Lock and Miles Jupp take on guest captain Alan Carr and Roisin Conaty in the classic words and number quiz. Ivan Brackenbury joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
12:30am
(repeat)
Comic To Comic
Series 2, Episode 1 - Jimmy CarrBruce Morton talks to Jimmy Carr about how he lost religion and found comedy in his mid-20s, life on tour and writing his comedy routines.
12:45am
(repeat)
A League Of Their Own
Series 9, Episode 6Presenter Amanda Holden joins Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall on the blue team, while Jamie Redknapp lines up alongside award-winning comic and Trollied star Aisling Bea, and his former Liverpool midfield partner John Barnes.
12:55am40 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 10, Episode 3Mark Watson, Stephen Mangan, Daniel Sloss and Vanessa Feltz take part in the comedy quiz.
1am
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 5, Episode 8 - Have You Ever Seen A Dream WalkingPhoebe's in the present, Yvonne is in the past, and when they meet in the middle, the sparks really begin to fly. Gary is convinced that he is losing his mind, and no one seems able to help him find it.
1am
(repeat)
1am
(repeat)
Taskmaster
TV format in which Greg Davies and Alex Horne set a group of comedians various outlandish challenges.
1:40am
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 3, Episode 5 - Joan Rivers and Patrick KieltyThe undisputed Queen of the Jewish Princesses, Joan Rivers, hosts the unstoppable Patrick Kielty as they point the finger at bad parents, inept terrorists and binge drinking.
2am
(repeat)
Mock The Week
Series 12, Highlights SpecialA selection of extended highlights and unseen hilarity from the twelfth series of Mock The Week.
2:30am
(repeat)
Nurse
Episode 2Liz becomes troubled by the relationship between Graham and his mother as Graham's daily diet of doughnuts and junk food continues, not to mention the bickering. Agoraphobic ex-con Billy finds himself in a spot of trouble and Liz meets a new patient called Jack who is a troubled young former soldier.
2:55am
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 11, Episode 18 Out Of 10 Cats returns for its 11th series, and joining Jimmy Carr and Sean Lock is new team captain Jon Richardson. Guests for the first show are Alex Reid, Russell Kane, Rachel Riley and comedian Josh Widdicombe.
3am
(repeat)
The Office
Series 1, Episode 2 - Work ExperienceDavid hires Donna, his lodger and the daughter of his best friend. While showing her round the office he discovers a doctored pornographic image of himself. Gareth, due to his covert operations skills, is told to catch the culprit.
3am
(repeat)
3:10am
(repeat)
4am
(repeat)
Who Goes There
Episode 2.1: Martin Young chairs the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Polly Toynbee and Miles Kington.
4:30am
(repeat)
The Right Time
Episode 3.2: It's a facelift fracas on the sketch comedy for people growing older disgracefully.
5am
(repeat)
Like They've Never Been Gone
Episode 2.1, Trouble With the Credit Card: It is duo Tommy and Sheila's second stab at fame, and she has been spending.
5:30am
(repeat)
Josh Howie's Losing It
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Travel SystemJosh attempts to buy a pram on the cheap while also trying to convince his mechanic to give him a good deal.