Schedule

Teleshopping

Grand Tours of Scotland: The True Spirit of Scotland

Paul Murton travels out to Islay in a canoe that is a replica of an original from the 1890s. Part 5 of 6.

Vikings: the Rise and Fall: The Second Viking Age

A powerful and Christianised Denmark marked the beginning of a second Viking age. But the reign was not to last with the Normans finally winning the English Kingdom in 1066. We look at the final days of the Viking empire. Part 6 of 6.

Britain's Greatest Cathedrals: Winchester

In this episode, Sir Tony Robinson explores Winchester Cathedral, the longest medieval cathedral in northern Europe. Part 6 of 6.

Thirties in Colour: Preparing for Hell

Hitler's forces have been in Poland for more than 24 hours. War is now unavoidable and anxiety builds for politicians, the military and civilians across Britain. BBC Select presents this fascinating history documentary looking at the days before World War II. Hospitals are emptied of patients, vehicles are requisitioned and, of course, Britain's precious tea supplies are moved to a safe location. Part 2 of 3.

The U.S. and the Holocaust: Yearning to Breath Free - Part 1 (1938-1942)

Jews in Europe are desperate to escape Hitler’s expanding reach. As World War II begins, Americans are united in their disapproval of the Nazis but divided on whether or how to act. Part 3 of 6.