| What's on Now & Next (2026-11-02) | |||
| RTE One
[101] [HD:135] |
12:25 | Still Open All Hours | Mrs Featherstone, aka the Black Widow, decides the time has come to learn to drive - if only she can find an instructor prepared to give her more than one lesson. Kath organises a bring and buy sale for charity, but Eric is less than happy when he discovers she is planning to put his favourite clothes on her stall. Meanwhile, romance seems to be blossoming for Madge and Gastric, and Willis finally gets away from his mother to go on a date with Ruby. David Jason, Stephanie Cole, Tim Healy and Johnny Vegas star |
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| 13:00 | RTÉ News: One O'Clock and Weather | National and international news | |
| RTE2
[102] |
12:30 | The Sarah Jane Adventures | Elisabeth Sladen reprises her role as former Doctor Who assistant Sarah Jane Smith |
| 13:00 | Storybud | Short stories based on well-loved fairy tales and nursery rhymes | |
| Virgin Media One
[103] |
12:30 | News at 12:30 | The latest national and international news stories from the Virgin Media News team, followed by sport and weather |
| 13:00 | The Chase | Bradley Walsh presents as Phil from St Helens, Richard from Wolverhampton, Vicky from Northwich and Samantha from Houghton-le-Spring pit their wits against one of the ruthless Chasers in the hope of winning a potential prize pot worth thousands of pounds. They work as a team and play strategically to answer general knowledge questions against the clock and race down the game board to the exit without being caught | |
| TG4
[104] |
12:30 | Cheers | Part one of two. Rebecca fears for her sanity after having erotic dreams about Sam just after an old flame has walked back into her life. Kirstie Alley and Ted Danson star |
| 13:00 | Geantraí | Performances by Micheál Ó hAlmhain, Meaití Jó Shéamais, Kevin Crawford and Seán Smyth. Presented by Breanndán Ó Beaglaoich | |
| Virgin Media Two
[105] |
12:00 | Cooking with the Stars | Emma Willis and Tom Allen host the final of the celebrity cookery series, as the three remaining stars face their toughest challenge yet in a bid to walk off with the title. The stakes are high, and only one will be crowned this year's winner |
| 13:00 | Friends | Ross nervously prepares to meet Elizabeth's dad for the first time and Phoebe decides to write a book about Monica and Chandler. Joey is threatened with dismissal for insulting the operator of the robot alongside which he is due to star in his latest role. Guest starring Bruce Willis | |
| Virgin Media Three
[106] |
11:45 | My Unique B&B | In rural Oxfordshire, Simon Parfett and his team meet Asiyla and her family. It's a beautiful spot where the three generations of her family live and farm together. Among the free-roaming geese sits an old sailing boat which Asiyla thinks could make unique glamping accommodation with stunning views of the pasture. Once Simon makes it water tight, he sets about creating a field kitchen for alfresco cooking, while designer Verity restores the boat's nautical feel |
| 12:45 | Heartbeat | Sergeant Craddock is smitten by the charms of newcomer Susan Finlay, only to face a quandary when her son is charged with dangerous driving. Elsewhere, PC Bellamy rashly turns to the casino table and Vernon inadvertently causes chaos on a bride's big day. Starring Philip Franks, Mark Jordon and Geoffrey Hughes | |
| BBC One
[108] |
12:15 | Bargain Hunt | Natasha Raskin Sharp presents the show from West Sussex, and pays a visit to Kew Wakehurst to learn of its long history. With experts Caroline Hawley and Thomas Forrester |
| 13:00 | BBC News at One; Weather | A round-up of the latest headlines | |
| Channel 4
[111] [HD:142] |
12:10 | Renovation Nation | More renovators from all over the UK tackle crumbling period properties. Graham and Jodie begin the mammoth task of restoring their 250-year-old Victorian glasshouse in Cumbria, while in south Wales, Matthew and Michelle put the heart back into their 200-year-old reno with a farmhouse kitchen |
| 13:10 | Escape to Florida | The lives of Brits seeking a fresh start in the Sunshine State. In this first episode, it's opening night at the brand-new Best of British pub near Orlando where owners Martin and Beverley have poured their savings and their hearts into their new business. Over in St Pete Beach, Dan is working hard on his plan to become an estate agent in Florida's competitive high-end real estate market | |
| E4
[112] [HD:162] |
12:30 | The Simpsons | When Grampa falls victim to a phone scam, the rest of the Simpsons set out to get his money back. With the guest voice of Alan Cumming |
| 13:00 | The Simpsons | The women of Springfield in short stories. Featuring an intervention for Luann Van Houten's addiction to wine merchandise, and Malibu Stacy's trip to the real world | |
| BBC Four
[117] |
02:55 | An Art Lovers' Guide | Historian Janina Ramirez and art critic Alastair Sooke embark on cultural city breaks, offering insights into the most famous locations and uncovering hidden gems and untold stories to reveal how religion, revolution and trailblazing individuals can shape the art - and soul - of a metropolis. They begin by examining the art and design of the Dutch capital Amsterdam, along the way discovering how its culture reflects the liberal attitudes, appetite for global trade and love of home comforts that helped shape the character of this city |
| 19:00 | Alaska: Earth's Frozen Kingdom | Documentary following the fortunes of humans and animals over the course of a year in Alaska, which is by far the biggest US state and still one of the wildest places on Earth with deep forests and vast mountain ranges. The arrival of spring sees Alaska go through a huge transformation as water, light and warmth return, with animals emerging from hibernation and rushing to cash in on the riches of the season. Dougray Scott narrates | |
| More4
[118] [HD:168] |
12:05 | Come Dine with Me | Supporting actor Sohan brings an international flavour to his dinner party in Essex, inspired by his Punjabi and Kenyan heritage. He also reveals he has an unusual hidden talent |
| 12:35 | Come Dine with Me | Dinner party three in Essex sees podiatrist Paula treat her guests to a nostalgic night with old school foodie classics and some 1970s songs. However, the party vibes come to an abrupt halt over dessert when Sohan makes a shocking observation about the host | |