Thursday 11th October
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Discovery HD Listings for Thursday 11th October

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06:00
Wildest Africa (Documentary)
Nile: An African Odyssey.
The world's longest river flows from the heart of Africa into the Mediterranean Sea. What feeds this inexhaustible river to make its waters so fertile?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


07:00
Stephen Hawking's Grand Design (Scientific Documentary)
The Key to the Cosmos. Series 1, episode 1.
Why does the universe exist and why does it follow rules and laws? From the discovery of gravity to the development of string theory, Hawking explores the principles of the cosmos.
(Widescreen, High Definition, 2012, 4 Star)


08:00
Gold Rush (Documentary)
Gold at Last.
The Hoffmans realise they are losing gold from the end of their sluices so they have to rebuild. At Smith Creek, Parker turns lumberjack to get to his gold.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2011, 3 Star)


09:00
World War I in Colour (History Documentary)
Mayhem on the Eastern Front.
Rare archive film is retouched to capture for the first time the gritty reality of life during WWI in full colour. Narrated by Kenneth Branagh.
(Subtitles)


10:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
At one of the nation's oldest storage facilities, Allen and Ton uncover some of America's earliest treasures, including a whaling harpoon, and a rare American flag.
(Part 11, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)




10:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
A Woolly Mammoth tusk and giant sapphire are auctioned. Cindy faces her fear of riding in a hot air balloon.
(Part 11, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


11:00
Sons of Guns (Documentary)
Hot Wheels.
The crew needs to blow up the USS Kid for a huge show - but can they pull it off? Plus, Steph tries to convince Will that female-friendly weapons are the way forward.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


12:00
Fast N' Loud (Motoring)
Monkey Business Dragster.
Richard and Aaron find a 1960s Gasser that Richard wants to race and buy a gleaming '32 Pontiac. Plus is a friend's 1960 Cadillac Sedan De Ville haunted and cursing the garage?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


13:00
One Car Too Far (Motoring)
Survival expert Gary Humphrey and mechanic Bill Wu attempt to drive their 4x4 from the top of a volcano, back to civilisation. But will a deadly crevasse field prove impassable?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Part 1)


14:00
The Russian Revolution in Colour (History Documentary)
Analysing the 1917 revolution and the events that surrounded the coup d'etat, through archive film and eye-witness accounts.
(Part 1)




15:00
World War I in Colour (History Documentary)
Mayhem on the Eastern Front.
Rare archive film is retouched to capture for the first time the gritty reality of life during WWI in full colour. Narrated by Kenneth Branagh.
(Subtitles)


16:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
At one of the nation's oldest storage facilities, Allen and Ton uncover some of America's earliest treasures, including a whaling harpoon, and a rare American flag.
(Part 11, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


16:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
A Woolly Mammoth tusk and giant sapphire are auctioned. Cindy faces her fear of riding in a hot air balloon.
(Part 11, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


17:00
Sons of Guns (Documentary)
Hot Wheels.
The crew needs to blow up the USS Kid for a huge show - but can they pull it off? Plus, Steph tries to convince Will that female-friendly weapons are the way forward.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


18:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Adam and Jamie test a classic myth that's been around in Tinseltown since the car was invented - does an out of control car really crash and burn every time?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




19:00
Gold Divers (Documentary)
Risks, Relations.
The crews explain why they put their lives on the line. Emily and Zeke discuss the nature of their relationship. And meet the mysterious white-bearded dredger.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


20:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Nissan Skyline.
Mike thinks he's on to a winner when he fi$$$ a budget Nissan Skyline supercar. Can Edd transform this modern classic into a homemade drift racer?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


21:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Crac Des Chevaliers.
In 1271, a celebrated Muslim warrior king and his massive army attacked the Crac des Chevaliers, the jewel in the Crusaders' crown: did the castle fall?
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


22:00
George Cross Heroes (History Documentary)
Real Hurt Locker.
Follow the extraordinary stories of two George Cross recipients, Kim Hughes who rescued soldiers from a mine field and Stuart Archer who defused a Luftwaffe bomb.
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition)


23:00
Gold Divers (Documentary)
Captaincy.
Simmering grievances come to the boil when Wild Ranger owner Vern fires one of his crew. Meanwhile a jammed sluice box leads to a bitter fight between Zeke and Emily.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




00:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Crac Des Chevaliers.
In 1271, a celebrated Muslim warrior king and his massive army attacked the Crac des Chevaliers, the jewel in the Crusaders' crown: did the castle fall?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


01:00
George Cross Heroes (History Documentary)
Real Hurt Locker.
Follow the extraordinary stories of two George Cross recipients, Kim Hughes who rescued soldiers from a mine field and Stuart Archer who defused a Luftwaffe bomb.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


02:00
Sons of Guns (Documentary)
Hot Wheels.
The crew needs to blow up the USS Kid for a huge show - but can they pull it off? Plus, Steph tries to convince Will that female-friendly weapons are the way forward.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


03:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Crac Des Chevaliers.
In 1271, a celebrated Muslim warrior king and his massive army attacked the Crac des Chevaliers, the jewel in the Crusaders' crown: did the castle fall?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


03:50
George Cross Heroes (History Documentary)
Real Hurt Locker.
Follow the extraordinary stories of two George Cross recipients, Kim Hughes who rescued soldiers from a mine field and Stuart Archer who defused a Luftwaffe bomb.
(Widescreen, High Definition)




04:40
Raging Planet (Scientific Documentary)
Avalanche.
Explore the savage power of avalanches. Deceptively graceful, millions of tons of snow and ice crashes down mountains, destroying towns and villages in minutes.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Audio Described)


05:30
Meerkat Manor (Nature)
The Graduate. Series 3, episode 12.
Young male Wilson from the Commandos introduces himself to a particular Whiskers lady, and someone else makes a surprise return.
Starring: Sean Astin, Rocket Dog the Meerkat, Zaphod the Meerkat, Mozart the Meerkat, Houdini the Meerkat
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Audio Described, 2007, 3 Star)

Saturday 13th October
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Discovery HD Listings for Saturday 13th October

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06:00
Wildest Arctic (Nature)
The Arctic Circle is one of the last great wildernesses on earth. Find out what it takes to survive in this extraordinary la$$$cape.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Part 1)


07:00
Man on Earth (History Documentary)
Birth Civilisation.
Tony Robinson traces how global warming at the end of the last Ice Age was the catalyst for the dawn of civilisation, but also unleashed devastation.
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


08:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Coffin Punch.
In this death-defying episode, the whole team gets together to test myths about survival. Adam and Jamie return to a fan-favourite question: what is bullet-proof?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


09:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
End With a Bang.
You can't polish a turd, or can you? Adam and Jamie set out to test the old saying. And, is it better to 'hit the ground running'?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


10:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Viewer Special Threequel.
The team test a grisly WWII myth: can bamboo be used as an instrument of torture? And can brandy bring you back from the brink of hypothermia?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




11:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Adam, Jamie and the Mythbusters crew put more everyday myths and urban lege$$$ to the test, to determine what's busted and what's confirmed.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


12:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Ton and Allen find a 1984 Yamaha Snowmobile, a rare autographed 1920s baseball glove and an 1950s Robby the Robot collector toy in a storage unit in Chicago.
(Part 6, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


12:30
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
In Chicago Ton and Allen have high hopes for a unit until they find a coffin inside - will it be empty? Plus, a collection of toxic grenades goes off with a bang.
(Part 7, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


13:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
The guys take on some high rollers at an auction in Ontario. They uncover a scale RC Viper FanJet aircraft and a 1920s field camera, but can they make a profit?
(Part 8, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


13:30
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
The Auction Hunters strike gold with a 1930s "blasting machine" dynamite detonator box and a 1890s treasure chest with secret compartments.
(Part 9, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)




14:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
The guys unearth an 1897 Winchester 16-gauge shot gun and a pair of stuffed animals on their visit to Orange County. But can they sell these items for a profit?
(Part 10, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


14:30
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
At one of the nation's oldest storage facilities, Allen and Ton uncover some of America's earliest treasures, including a whaling harpoon, and a rare American flag.
(Part 11, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


15:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Allen and Ton outbid some raucous competition in Boston, finding a WW2 tank barrel and heavy duty tank treads in their newly claimed units. But what are they worth?
(Part 12, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


15:30
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Allen and Ton are in Texas where 800 units are on sale. But with only 10 minutes to investigate each 20 unit lot, will they manage to make any money?
(Part 13, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


16:00
How Do They Do It? (Scientific Documentary)
How do they make steel cables strong enough to hold up a 50,000 tonne bridge; why do modern hunters use medieval weapons; and how do they know which clothes sizes to stock?
(Part 8, Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)




16:30
How Do They Do It? (Scientific Documentary)
How do they make Tennessee whiskey the traditional Lincoln County way; how do night goggles work; and how do the Finnish relax in 160 degree saunas?
(Part 9, Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


17:00
How It's Made (Documentary)
Ever wondered how everyday items such as dial thermometers, hummus and straw sombreros are made? The series puts more common items under the microscope to find out.
(Part 11, Widescreen)


17:30
How It's Made (Documentary)
Ever wondered how everyday items such as tequila, waterbeds and flip flops are made? The series puts more common items under the microscope to find out.
(Part 12, Widescreen)


18:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
The guys are surprised to find valuable saddles in the back of a concession stand trailer. Plus, will the contents of a military storage box prove explosive?
(Part 14, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


18:30
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Weapons Past Destruction.
In Hollywood, Ton and Allen find century-old Masonic swords, a WWII Japanese samurai blade and a "Nixon-Era" polygraph machine.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)




19:00
Fifth Gear (Motoring)
Jason pits the new Mercedes C63 AMG Black Series against its BMW rival; Tiff celebrates the Ferrari F40's 25th birthday; and Vicki test drives the radical new Land Rover Defender.
(Part 6, Widescreen, High Definition)


20:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Nissan Skyline.
Mike thinks he's on to a winner when he fi$$$ a budget Nissan Skyline supercar. Can Edd transform this modern classic into a homemade drift racer?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


21:00
Crime Museum UK with Martin Kemp (Documentary)
Killer Traces.
Martin Kemp introduces two landmark cases where human blood and saliva seem to establish guilt beyond reasonable doubt - but what will the juries think?


21:30
Crime Museum UK with Martin Kemp (Documentary)
Strange Weapons.
Two cases that were solved by identifying weapons. A murderer brought to justice after finding a peculiar knife, plus the evidence that nailed notorious Neville Heath.


22:00
Crimes That Shook the World (Documentary)
Backpacker Murderer.
After a nationwide search, the mutilated bodies of seven backpackers were recovered in the Australian outback. What drove the murderous rampage of Ivan Milat?




23:00
Body Invaders (Health)
Unwanted Guests.
A woman gets a tree branch imbedded in her neck; a boy almost chokes on a fishing barb; and a man is filled with enough air to fill 1000 balloons. How did they survive?
(Widescreen, High Definition)


00:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Crac Des Chevaliers.
In 1271, a celebrated Muslim warrior king and his massive army attacked the Crac des Chevaliers, the jewel in the Crusaders' crown: did the castle fall?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


01:00
George Cross Heroes (History Documentary)
Real Hurt Locker.
Follow the extraordinary stories of two George Cross recipients, Kim Hughes who rescued soldiers from a mine field and Stuart Archer who defused a Luftwaffe bomb.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


02:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Coffin Punch.
In this death-defying episode, the whole team gets together to test myths about survival. Adam and Jamie return to a fan-favourite question: what is bullet-proof?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


03:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
End With a Bang.
You can't polish a turd, or can you? Adam and Jamie set out to test the old saying. And, is it better to 'hit the ground running'?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




03:50
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Viewer Special Threequel.
The team test a grisly WWII myth: can bamboo be used as an instrument of torture? And can brandy bring you back from the brink of hypothermia?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


04:40
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Exploding Bumper.
Car bumpers are designed to protect drivers, but could they become deadly and explode? And can you get more arrow power if you fire it from a galloping horse?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


05:30
Meerkat Manor (Nature)
To Have and to Have Not. Series 4, episode 1.
Rocket Dog's Whiskers lose Zaphod and a large group of males, whilst Maybelline's small band, the Aztecs, are experiencing housing issues.
Starring: Stockard Channing
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Audio Described, 2008, 3 Star)

Monday 15th October
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Discovery HD Listings for Monday 15th October

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06:00
Wildest Arctic (Nature)
Tundra: Desert Ice.
The Arctic tundra is one of the coldest and driest places on the planet. Explore the remarkable diversity of life in this piercing sub-zero climate.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


07:00
Man on Earth (History Documentary)
Perfect Weather.
Tony Robinson examines societies who not only survived climate change, but flourished, including the Hauri people of Heru who embraced a savage drought.
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


08:00
Gold Rush (Documentary)
Jack Hoffman's excavator gets stranded and requires emergency surgery. And the crew fine-tunes their wash plant which doubles their efficiency at finding goid.
(Part 9, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2011, 3 Star)


09:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
What were the factors that led to the rise of the militaristic dictatorships in Germany, Italy, Spain and Japan, so soon after WWI, 'the war to end all wars'?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Part 1)


10:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Allen and Ton are in Texas where 800 units are on sale. But with only 10 minutes to investigate each 20 unit lot, will they manage to make any money?
(Part 13, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)




10:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
The next auction includes a head-hunter's ax and rare Vespa scooter. Paul and Cindy fight over vintage Coke machine.
(Part 13, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


11:00
Sons of Guns (Documentary)
Will and the crew build a maxim machine gun. But can they deliver the pinpoint accuracy required to fire bullets between the propeller blades, or will this end in disaster?
(Part 11, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


12:00
Flying Wild (Documentary)
Tomorrow Island.
Two pilots push their limits to land vaccines on Alaska's most treacherous runway. In Unalakleet, Ariel Tweto takes to the skies and proves that she still has a lot to learn.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


13:00
I Shouldn't be Alive (Documentary)
Alone in the Amazon.
After losing his canoe, Benedict struggles to survive in the Amazon. Embarking on a journey through rainforest to safety he is struck down by Malaria and a case of jungle madness.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


14:00
Greatest Tank Battles (Documentary)
The Battle 73 Easting.
As the 2nd Armoured Cavalry Regiment advanced into Iraq they were engulfed by a sa$$$torm. How did they then overcome Saddam's elite Republican Guard?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




15:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
What were the factors that led to the rise of the militaristic dictatorships in Germany, Italy, Spain and Japan, so soon after WWI, 'the war to end all wars'?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Part 1)


16:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Allen and Ton are in Texas where 800 units are on sale. But with only 10 minutes to investigate each 20 unit lot, will they manage to make any money?
(Part 13, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


16:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
The next auction includes a head-hunter's ax and rare Vespa scooter. Paul and Cindy fight over vintage Coke machine.
(Part 13, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


17:00
Sons of Guns (Documentary)
Will and the crew build a maxim machine gun. But can they deliver the pinpoint accuracy required to fire bullets between the propeller blades, or will this end in disaster?
(Part 11, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


18:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Antacid Jail Break.
The team find out whether a wily prisoner could blow his way out of a cell with a stash of antacid. Plus, is it easier to make a speedy getaway in the dark?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




19:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Crac Des Chevaliers.
In 1271, a celebrated Muslim warrior king and his massive army attacked the Crac des Chevaliers, the jewel in the Crusaders' crown: did the castle fall?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


20:00
Fifth Gear (Motoring)
Jonny goes behind the scenes at the gruelling Isle of Man TT motorbike race with TT hero John McGuinness. Plus, how will the new Subaru BRZ sports car handle the infamous circuit?
(Part 7, New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition)


21:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Mailbag Special.
Is it possible to eat a spoonful of cinnamon without drinking water? How do the camera crew capture explosions? Kari, Grant and Tory take myth requests from fans.
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition)


22:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Lapua Sniper Rifle.
The team design a prototype.338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifle for the local police department. Plus, Rich and Renee test a cache of machine guns worth $100,000.
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


23:00
Gold Divers (Documentary)
Bad Vibrations.
As the season draws to a close, The Sluicey finally enjoys some success. Scott swallows his pride and invites Steve back to the Wild Ranger. But will he accept?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




00:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Mailbag Special.
Is it possible to eat a spoonful of cinnamon without drinking water? How do the camera crew capture explosions? Kari, Grant and Tory take myth requests from fans.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


01:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Lapua Sniper Rifle.
The team design a prototype.338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifle for the local police department. Plus, Rich and Renee test a cache of machine guns worth $100,000.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


02:00
Sons of Guns (Documentary)
Will and the crew build a maxim machine gun. But can they deliver the pinpoint accuracy required to fire bullets between the propeller blades, or will this end in disaster?
(Part 11, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


03:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Mailbag Special.
Is it possible to eat a spoonful of cinnamon without drinking water? How do the camera crew capture explosions? Kari, Grant and Tory take myth requests from fans.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


03:50
American Guns (Documentary)
Lapua Sniper Rifle.
The team design a prototype.338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifle for the local police department. Plus, Rich and Renee test a cache of machine guns worth $100,000.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)




04:40
Raging Planet (Scientific Documentary)
Tornado.
We explore the world of the tornado, passing over the great plains of the American Midwest known as 'Tornado Alley' where fatal supercells kill hundreds of people each year.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Audio Described)


05:30
Meerkat Manor (Nature)
Rising Star. Series 4, episode 3.
After the Whiskers clash with their rivals the Commandos, Rocket Dog loses a burrow. Her power may be waning, but she has a secret that could change everything.
Starring: Stockard Channing
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Audio Described, 2008, 3 Star)

Wednesday 17th October
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Discovery HD Listings for Wednesday 17th October

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06:00
Wildest India (Nature)
Thar Desert: Sacred Sa$$$.
Despite a lack of food and water, humans and animals thrive amid the baking, drought ridden dunes of the Thar Desert. What is the secret of their survival?
(Widescreen, High Definition)


07:00
Catastrophe (Scientific Documentary)
Snowball Earth. Series 1, episode 2.
650 million years ago the earth froze. What part did this big freeze play in our evolution and what forced the ice caps to recede? Tony Robinson investigates.
(Widescreen, Subtitles)


08:00
Gold Rush (Documentary)
Gold Rush.
The Hoffmans are held up by their broken excavator, Parker Schnabel totals his season's hold and ha$$$ the mine back to his grandpa, and the Dakota boys work to re-open their mine.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2011, 3 Star)


09:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
How close did Britain come to defeat by the Nazis? See how the RAF, code breakers and spies combined to hold the German war machine at bay.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Part 3)


10:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
In the industrial heart of Los Angeles the guys unearth some heavy machinery including a 1981 Bobcat 743 Frontloader - can they sell it for a profit?
(Part 15, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)




10:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
The Gallery 63 team auctions a historic Charles Lindbergh scrapbook and collection of antique toys. Will Paul's gamble on a rare Wurlitzer band organ pay off?
(Part 15, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


11:00
Sons of Guns (Documentary)
Will asks Kris to design a rifle to rival the AK. But will Kris be able to ignore jealous colleagues, and overcome his self-doubt, to deliver the ultimate weapon?
(Part 13, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


12:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Triumph Tr 6.
Mike fi$$$ a rust-free "must have sports car" from the 1970s that he thinks can be perfectly restored. But first, Edd must rebuild the engine. Can they make a profit?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


13:00
Fifth Gear (Motoring)
Jonny goes behind the scenes at the gruelling Isle of Man TT motorbike race with TT hero John McGuinness. Plus, how will the new Subaru BRZ sports car handle the infamous circuit?
(Part 7, Widescreen, High Definition)


14:00
Greatest Tank Battles (Documentary)
The Battles El Alamein.
The struggle for North Africa saw Rommel's Desert Afrika Korps battle Montgomery's Eighth Army. How did this change the course of the WWII?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




15:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
How close did Britain come to defeat by the Nazis? See how the RAF, code breakers and spies combined to hold the German war machine at bay.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Part 3)


16:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
In the industrial heart of Los Angeles the guys unearth some heavy machinery including a 1981 Bobcat 743 Frontloader - can they sell it for a profit?
(Part 15, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


16:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
The Gallery 63 team auctions a historic Charles Lindbergh scrapbook and collection of antique toys. Will Paul's gamble on a rare Wurlitzer band organ pay off?
(Part 15, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


17:00
Sons of Guns (Documentary)
Will asks Kris to design a rifle to rival the AK. But will Kris be able to ignore jealous colleagues, and overcome his self-doubt, to deliver the ultimate weapon?
(Part 13, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


18:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Hidden Nasties.
The team race a car across a lake to see if it will sink or swim. And Jamie asks if soda cans are really contaminated with rat pee, and if it's even poisonous.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Audio Described)




19:00
Born Survivor: Bear Grylls (Documentary)
Alaskan Mountain Range. Series 1, episode 4.
Continuing his adventures, Bear is dropped into the Chugach Mountains by the Alaska Air National Guard and faces challenges including black bear infested forests.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2006, 4 Star)


20:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Lapua Sniper Rifle.
The team design a prototype.338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifle for the local police department. Plus, Rich and Renee test a cache of machine guns worth $100,000.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


21:00
Fast N' Loud (Motoring)
Double Trouble Galaxie.
Richard and Aaron scramble to get a replacement '64 Galaxie ready for auction after the first one they find turns out to be in much rougher shape than expected.
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


22:00
The Devil's Ride (Motoring)
The Brotherhood.
Life inside one of California's biggest motorcycle clubs isn't easy. For the first time, The Laffing Devils allows a never before seen look into the world of motorcycle clubs.
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition)


23:00
Deadliest Catch (Documentary)
The Gamble. Series 8, episode 1.
The captains are left reeling when their crab quota is slashed. Should they continue fishing the depleted red grou$$$ or risk everything to find elusive blue crabs?
(Widescreen, High Definition)




00:00
Fast N' Loud (Motoring)
Double Trouble Galaxie.
Richard and Aaron scramble to get a replacement '64 Galaxie ready for auction after the first one they find turns out to be in much rougher shape than expected.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


01:00
The Devil's Ride (Motoring)
The Brotherhood.
Life inside one of California's biggest motorcycle clubs isn't easy. For the first time, The Laffing Devils allows a never before seen look into the world of motorcycle clubs.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


02:00
Sons of Guns (Documentary)
Will asks Kris to design a rifle to rival the AK. But will Kris be able to ignore jealous colleagues, and overcome his self-doubt, to deliver the ultimate weapon?
(Part 13, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


03:00
Fast N' Loud (Motoring)
Double Trouble Galaxie.
Richard and Aaron scramble to get a replacement '64 Galaxie ready for auction after the first one they find turns out to be in much rougher shape than expected.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


03:50
The Devil's Ride (Motoring)
The Brotherhood.
Life inside one of California's biggest motorcycle clubs isn't easy. For the first time, The Laffing Devils allows a never before seen look into the world of motorcycle clubs.
(Widescreen, High Definition)




04:40
Raging Planet (Scientific Documentary)
Sea Storm.
The sea is a cruel mistress, especially during terrifying storms. Ships, and even oil rigs aren't immune - as the sinking of the Ocean Ranger rig in 1982 demonstrates.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Audio Described)


05:30
Meerkat Manor (Nature)
The Mark of Zorro. Series 4, episode 5.
When Zorro and his roving crew run into the Commandos, he soon spots an opportunity to take over their group. Plus, Sophie faces a life in exile.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Audio Described, 3 Star)

Friday 19th October
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06:00
Wildest India (Nature)
Himalayas: Surviving the Summits.
The hostile terrain of the Himalayas is home to snow leopards, blue goats, and bar headed geese that can fly at 10,000ft. How do they survive here?
(Widescreen, High Definition)


07:00
Catastrophe (Scientific Documentary)
Asteroid Strike. Series 1, episode 4.
When an asteroid the size of Mount Everest struck Earth 65 million years ago, it wiped out 70 per cent of life, including the dinosaurs. Could this happen again?
(Widescreen, Subtitles)


08:00
Gold Rush (Documentary)
Man Down.
John Schnabel has a life threatening heart attack; the Hoffmans find a game changing gold nugget and Dakota Fred accomplishes what Jack Hoffman never managed to.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2011, 3 Star)


09:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
The attack on Pearl Harbour brought the 'sleeping giant', America, into the war, and saw the emergence of the aircraft carrier as the pre-eminent weapon of the seas.
(Part 5, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


10:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Allen and Ton head to Hollywood area where they find a unique revolver and a 1980 autographed Raging Bull movie poster within the units they win at auction.
(Part 17, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)




10:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
The team auctions a hand mirror signed by Napoleon and a WWI Boy Scout war bo$$$ poster. John goes all out to impress Paul by helping assemble the new catalogue.
(Part 17, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


11:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Family Arms.
They may seem like a normal family, but The Wyatts own Gunsmoke one of the world's first firearms facilities. Follow Rich and Renee as they buy, sell and trade guns.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


12:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Chateau Gaillard.
King Richard I built Chateau Gaillard to assert England's authority over his French holdings. But could it outlast a ruthless French army on a campaign of conquest?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


13:00
George Cross Heroes (History Documentary)
Real Hurt Locker.
Follow the extraordinary stories of two George Cross recipients, Kim Hughes who rescued soldiers from a mine field and Stuart Archer who defused a Luftwaffe bomb.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


14:00
Greatest Tank Battles (Documentary)
Battle the Bulge.
In the last throes of WWII, Canadian forces launched the attack that would open the German heartland to Allied forces, at the Hochwald Gap.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Part 2)




15:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
The attack on Pearl Harbour brought the 'sleeping giant', America, into the war, and saw the emergence of the aircraft carrier as the pre-eminent weapon of the seas.
(Part 5, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


16:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Allen and Ton head to Hollywood area where they find a unique revolver and a 1980 autographed Raging Bull movie poster within the units they win at auction.
(Part 17, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


16:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
The team auctions a hand mirror signed by Napoleon and a WWI Boy Scout war bo$$$ poster. John goes all out to impress Paul by helping assemble the new catalogue.
(Part 17, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


17:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Family Arms.
They may seem like a normal family, but The Wyatts own Gunsmoke one of the world's first firearms facilities. Follow Rich and Renee as they buy, sell and trade guns.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


18:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Soda Cup Killer.
If you threw a foam cup from a car at high speed, could it break the wi$$$hield of another car? And can you cling on by your fingertips? The crew find out at 75ft.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Audio Described)




19:00
Fifth Gear (Motoring)
Jonny goes behind the scenes at the gruelling Isle of Man TT motorbike race with TT hero John McGuinness. Plus, how will the new Subaru BRZ sports car handle the infamous circuit?
(Part 7, Widescreen, High Definition)


20:00
Fast N' Loud (Motoring)
Double Trouble Galaxie.
Richard and Aaron scramble to get a replacement '64 Galaxie ready for auction after the first one they find turns out to be in much rougher shape than expected.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


21:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
In the industrial heart of Los Angeles the guys unearth some heavy machinery including a 1981 Bobcat 743 Frontloader - can they sell it for a profit?
(Part 15, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


21:30
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Gangster Whiskey.
At a desert storage auction, Ton discovers 1920s prohibition whiskey likely to have been smuggled by Al Capone, but will he sell it or exploit it open?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


22:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Triumph Tr 6.
Mike fi$$$ a rust-free "must have sports car" from the 1970s that he thinks can be perfectly restored. But first, Edd must rebuild the engine. Can they make a profit?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)




23:00
The Devil's Ride (Motoring)
The Brotherhood.
Life inside one of California's biggest motorcycle clubs isn't easy. For the first time, The Laffing Devils allows a never before seen look into the world of motorcycle clubs.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


00:00
Deadliest Catch (Documentary)
Weak Links. Series 8, episode 3.
The Bering Sea exposes soft spots and weak links in each crew. While the skippers wonder which deckha$$$ have the right stuff, the Time Bandit says goodbye to a crewmate.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


01:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Triumph Tr 6.
Mike fi$$$ a rust-free "must have sports car" from the 1970s that he thinks can be perfectly restored. But first, Edd must rebuild the engine. Can they make a profit?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


02:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Family Arms.
They may seem like a normal family, but The Wyatts own Gunsmoke one of the world's first firearms facilities. Follow Rich and Renee as they buy, sell and trade guns.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


03:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
In the industrial heart of Los Angeles the guys unearth some heavy machinery including a 1981 Bobcat 743 Frontloader - can they sell it for a profit?
(Part 15, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)




03:25
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Gangster Whiskey.
At a desert storage auction, Ton discovers 1920s prohibition whiskey likely to have been smuggled by Al Capone, but will he sell it or exploit it open?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


03:50
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Triumph Tr 6.
Mike fi$$$ a rust-free "must have sports car" from the 1970s that he thinks can be perfectly restored. But first, Edd must rebuild the engine. Can they make a profit?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


04:40
Discovery Atlas (Scientific Documentary)
Drive the world's biggest trucks, compete with thousa$$$ in a lifesaving competition, race cane toads, and learn about Aboriginal culture, as we explore Australia.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Part 2)


05:30
Meerkat Manor (Nature)
The Bodyguard. Series 4, episode 7.
Rocket Dog's pups are left vulnerable when babysitters Sophie and Axel are distracted by Wilson's roving antics. But then an even more dangerous threat emerges.
(Stereo, Widescreen, High Definition, Audio Described, 2008, 3 Star)

Sunday 21st October
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06:00
Wildest Latin America (Nature)
Andes.
The longest chain of mountains in the world, the Andes run the length of western South America. How do people and animals survive in this high altitude world of extremes?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 2012, 3 Star)


07:00
Dive to the Bottom of the World (Scientific Documentary)
A team of scientists explore the 'Challenger Deep' which lies in the Mariana Trench in the Pacific. More than 10,500 metres below sea level, it is the deepest place on Earth.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


08:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Thermite v Ice.
Adam and Jamie try to discover if the chemical concoction thermite explodes when it comes into contact with ice - with violent and dangerous consequences.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


09:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Knock Your Socks Off.
Will the force of gravity allow a bullet dropped off a high enough platform to catch up with a bullet fired from a gun? Adam and Jamie find out.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


10:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Duct Tape Hour.
The team rolls out the sticky carpet for the most versatile tool in your box, as they tackle a trio of tall tales to do with duct tape.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




11:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Greased Lightning.
The team dives into hell's kitchen to test two frightening potential kitchen catastrophes. Then try to find out if cheese can be used as cannon ammunition.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


12:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Cobra.
Mike fi$$$ an unregistered Cobra with just 1000 miles on the clock, but it must pass tough emissions tests to make it legal. Can Edd get the car back on the road?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


13:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Jaguar Mark 2.
Mike is overjoyed when he tracks down a Jaguar Mark 2, but could the car he's chosen turn out to be a costly mistake? Can Edd and Mike restore their iconic classic?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


14:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Willys Jeep.
Mike heads to the USA to find the grandfather of four wheel drives, the Willys Jeep. But will major repairs and high transport costs prevent him from making a profit?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


15:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Nissan Skyline.
Mike thinks he's on to a winner when he fi$$$ a budget Nissan Skyline supercar. Can Edd transform this modern classic into a homemade drift racer?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)




16:00
How Do They Do It? (Scientific Documentary)
How do they build lifeboats that can hold up to 150 people; how can mind control techniques help golfers improve their shots; and how do they make millions of celebratory stamps?
(Part 14, Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


16:30
How Do They Do It? (Scientific Documentary)
How do they produce tequila from cactus plants in Mexico; how does New York City run on steam; and how do they produce soft ice cream?
(New Episode, Part 15, Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


17:00
How It's Made (Documentary)
Ever wondered how everyday items like corn tortillas, bush planes and aluminium bike wheels are made? Find out how these familiar objects are formed.
(Part 4, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


17:30
How It's Made (Documentary)
Ever wondered how everyday items such as folding kayaks, pinatas, garbage trucks and ceramic composite brake discs are made? Find out how these familiar objects are formed.
(Part 5, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


18:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Chateau Gaillard.
King Richard I built Chateau Gaillard to assert England's authority over his French holdings. But could it outlast a ruthless French army on a campaign of conquest?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




19:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
In the industrial heart of Los Angeles the guys unearth some heavy machinery including a 1981 Bobcat 743 Frontloader - can they sell it for a profit?
(Part 15, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


19:30
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Gangster Whiskey.
At a desert storage auction, Ton discovers 1920s prohibition whiskey likely to have been smuggled by Al Capone, but will he sell it or exploit it open?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


20:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Mailbag Special.
Is it possible to eat a spoonful of cinnamon without drinking water? How do the camera crew capture explosions? Kari, Grant and Tory take myth requests from fans.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


21:00
Flying Wild (Documentary)
Guts, Glory.
Jim must fly a group of rock climbers into the remote Brooks Range. Luke takes a whaling crew in search of a site to hunt the Bowhead whale so that they can feed their community.
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


22:00
Body Invaders (Health)
The Enemy Within.
Meet five people with five different unexplained objects inside them including a young girl who has swallowed a mysterious object which is tearing her guts apart.
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition)




23:00
The True Story (Documentary)
Saving Private Ryan: The True Story.
Steven Spielberg's epic film, Saving Private Ryan, explores the terror experienced by Allied soldiers on D-Day. But how much of this monumental drama is historically accurate?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


00:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Triumph Tr 6.
Mike fi$$$ a rust-free "must have sports car" from the 1970s that he thinks can be perfectly restored. But first, Edd must rebuild the engine. Can they make a profit?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


01:00
Body Invaders (Health)
The Enemy Within.
Meet five people with five different unexplained objects inside them including a young girl who has swallowed a mysterious object which is tearing her guts apart.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


02:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Thermite v Ice.
Adam and Jamie try to discover if the chemical concoction thermite explodes when it comes into contact with ice - with violent and dangerous consequences.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


03:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Knock Your Socks Off.
Will the force of gravity allow a bullet dropped off a high enough platform to catch up with a bullet fired from a gun? Adam and Jamie find out.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




03:50
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Duct Tape Hour.
The team rolls out the sticky carpet for the most versatile tool in your box, as they tackle a trio of tall tales to do with duct tape.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


04:40
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Greased Lightning.
The team dives into hell's kitchen to test two frightening potential kitchen catastrophes. Then try to find out if cheese can be used as cannon ammunition.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


05:30
Meerkat Manor (Nature)
To the Manor Born. Series 4, episode 9.
Pregnant Maybelline and her Aztecs are forced to fight their way out of trouble when old rivals the Lazuli reappear at the Manor. Who will win the battle?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Audio Described, 2008, 3 Star)

Tuesday 23rd October
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06:00
Wildest Latin America (Nature)
Pantanal.
The Pantanal is the world's largest wetland - but this is no ordinary swamp. Every year its drowned by floods, then parched by drought. Meet the animals that call it home.
(Widescreen, High Definition, 2012, 3 Star)


07:00
Squid Invasion (Nature)
World class diver and underwater cameraman Scott Cassell takes you closer than ever before into the lives of Humboldt Squid and an unknown species of the colossal Giant Squid.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


08:00
Gold Rush (Documentary)
Frozen Out.
The Hoffman's battle frozen dirt and pipes as they struggle to hit their goal. Parker makes a final push at Smith Creek Hill and the Dakota Boy's season may be over.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2011, 3 Star)


09:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
Nazi submarines tried to cut supply lines across the Atlantic, while the Allies firebombed German cities. But was either action decisive in ending the war?
(Part 7, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


10:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
The guys take on some serious gamblers at a major auction in Las Vegas, finding a 1950s bumper car and potato gun launcher. But how much are these items worth?
(Part 19, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)




10:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
The team is selling a vintage 1947 fire truck, a 19th century copy of the Declaration of Independence, and a Tiffany grandfather clock. But what will they achieve at auction?
(Part 19, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


11:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Rich and the team work on a customized scout rifle for a wounded veteran. Meanwhile, Kurt joins Rich on a sale to an investor looking for iconic 1960s guns.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


12:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Hollywood Gunslingers.
Can shooting two guns simultaneously ever be accurate? Do silver bullets really fire straight and true? Kari, Grant and Tori test eight cinematic firearm fables.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


13:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Helicopter Machine Gun.
The team prototypes a helicopter M-16 machine gun as a new business venture and rebuilds a 44 Magnum for an ex-pat. Plus Rich takes on a wager for some 1911s.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


14:00
Greatest Tank Battles (Documentary)
The Normandy Tank Battles.
In 1944 the Allies landed on the northern coast of France. How did the 2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade fight their way inland past a ruthless German defence?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)




15:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
Nazi submarines tried to cut supply lines across the Atlantic, while the Allies firebombed German cities. But was either action decisive in ending the war?
(Part 7, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


16:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
The guys take on some serious gamblers at a major auction in Las Vegas, finding a 1950s bumper car and potato gun launcher. But how much are these items worth?
(Part 19, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


16:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
The team is selling a vintage 1947 fire truck, a 19th century copy of the Declaration of Independence, and a Tiffany grandfather clock. But what will they achieve at auction?
(Part 19, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


17:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Rich and the team work on a customized scout rifle for a wounded veteran. Meanwhile, Kurt joins Rich on a sale to an investor looking for iconic 1960s guns.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


18:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Spy Car Escape.
It's spy versus spy as Adam and Jamie outwit each other's outrageous car pursuits in classic old school style, with tacks, smoke, and oil, launched from the boot.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Audio Described)




19:00
Flying Wild (Documentary)
Guts, Glory.
Jim must fly a group of rock climbers into the remote Brooks Range. Luke takes a whaling crew in search of a site to hunt the Bowhead whale so that they can feed their community.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


20:00
Fast N' Loud (Motoring)
Double Trouble Galaxie.
Richard and Aaron scramble to get a replacement '64 Galaxie ready for auction after the first one they find turns out to be in much rougher shape than expected.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


21:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Bmw Isetta Bubble.
Mike tracks down an Isetta bubble car. Part car, part motorbike, this classic may be great to drive, but it's not so fun to repair! Can Edd and Mike make a profit?
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


22:00
One Car Too Far (Motoring)
Gary and Bill take on a South American mountain range, as they try to drive their way back to civilization navigating steep rock faces, huge boulders and potential rock-slides.
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition, Part 3)


23:00
Deadliest Catch (Documentary)
Halfway through the season, both man and machine are showing signs of wear. The Ramblin' Rose struggles with engine failures, whilst The Wizard's greenhorn grapples with doubts.
(Part 5, Widescreen, High Definition)




00:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Bmw Isetta Bubble.
Mike tracks down an Isetta bubble car. Part car, part motorbike, this classic may be great to drive, but it's not so fun to repair! Can Edd and Mike make a profit?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


01:00
One Car Too Far (Motoring)
Gary and Bill take on a South American mountain range, as they try to drive their way back to civilization navigating steep rock faces, huge boulders and potential rock-slides.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Part 3)


02:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Rich and the team work on a customized scout rifle for a wounded veteran. Meanwhile, Kurt joins Rich on a sale to an investor looking for iconic 1960s guns.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


03:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Bmw Isetta Bubble.
Mike tracks down an Isetta bubble car. Part car, part motorbike, this classic may be great to drive, but it's not so fun to repair! Can Edd and Mike make a profit?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


03:50
One Car Too Far (Motoring)
Gary and Bill take on a South American mountain range, as they try to drive their way back to civilization navigating steep rock faces, huge boulders and potential rock-slides.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Part 3)




04:40
Discovery Atlas (Scientific Documentary)
How have Brazil's history and culture been influenced by her geography? Explore the steaming jungles, dry steppes and stunning beaches that have shaped a nation.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Part 2)


05:30
Meerkat Manor (Nature)
The Rovers Return. Series 4, episode 11.
Roving males Wilson and Phillippe go on a mission to meet the ladies and find a burrow to call home. But will it bring Wilson any closer to finding a group?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 2008, 3 Star)

Thursday 25th October
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06:00
World's Lost Tribes (Documentary)
Extreme travellers Mark and Olly begin a unique expedition into the rainforests of West Papua. Their goal is to find and live with the Kombai tribe.
(Subtitles, Part 1)


07:00
Alien Storms (Scientific Documentary)
Exploring the radical weather that is the norm in the solar system. Earth has its own extremes but they pale in comparison to the dustiest, wettest and most brutal alien storms.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


08:00
Gold Rush Special (Documentary)
After the Rush.
Go inside the lives of the men seeking gold in Alaska and the Klondike. All new interviews, hosted by the executive producer of the series, give insight into the miners world.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


09:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
How close did D-Day come to failure? Despite meticulous planning, deception plans and specialised equipment its success was always balanced on a knife-edge.
(Part 9, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


10:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Allen and Ton find a1960s autographed tattoo machine, a competition chainsaw and a chainsaw-carved cedar bear at a high-end storage auction in Los Angeles.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)




10:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
Dino Poo.
As the Gallery 63 crew return, they receive a package of dino poo, and owner Paul hopes the signature on an original-issue version of Gone With The Wind proves genuine.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


11:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Volleygun/Civil War Trade.
The Gunsmoke team builds a 10-barrel, black powder volleygun. Rich bargains with a man selling WW1 and WW2 guns and takes a gamble trading a Henry rifle.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


12:00
Fast N' Loud (Motoring)
Low Riding Lincoln.
The guys turn a 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III, into a muscle car and bring a '68 Ford pickup back to life. Richard buys up a 1970s style hot rod kit car with a mysterious past.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


13:00
One Car Too Far (Motoring)
Gary and Bill take on a South American mountain range, as they try to drive their way back to civilization navigating steep rock faces, huge boulders and potential rock-slides.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Part 3)


14:00
Greatest Tank Battles (Documentary)
The Battle Kursk.
How did Russia defend herself against a massive panzer onslaught by elite SS forces in the north of Kursk?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Part 1)




15:00
World War II in HD Colour (History Documentary)
How close did D-Day come to failure? Despite meticulous planning, deception plans and specialised equipment its success was always balanced on a knife-edge.
(Part 9, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


16:00
Auction Hunters (Consumer)
Allen and Ton find a1960s autographed tattoo machine, a competition chainsaw and a chainsaw-carved cedar bear at a high-end storage auction in Los Angeles.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


16:30
Auction Kings (Documentary)
Dino Poo.
As the Gallery 63 crew return, they receive a package of dino poo, and owner Paul hopes the signature on an original-issue version of Gone With The Wind proves genuine.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 3 Star)


17:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Volleygun/Civil War Trade.
The Gunsmoke team builds a 10-barrel, blackpowder volleygun. Rich bargains with a man selling WW1 and WW2 guns and takes a gamble trading a Henry rifle.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


18:00
Mythbusters (Documentary)
Mythssion Control.
Sceptical physicist fans have driven this remake of Jamie's famous Hyneman experiment where he measured the force of colliding trucks. Prepare for car carnage.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Audio Described)




19:00
One Car Too Far (Motoring)
Survival expert Gary Humphrey and mechanic Bill Wu attempt to drive their 4x4 from the top of a volcano, back to civilisation. But will a deadly crevasse field prove impassable?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Part 1)


20:00
Wheeler Dealers (Motoring)
Bmw Isetta Bubble.
Mike tracks down an Isetta bubble car. Part car, part motorbike, this classic may be great to drive, but it's not so fun to repair! Can Edd and Mike make a profit?
(Widescreen, High Definition, 3 Star)


21:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Dover.
In 1216, the French army invaded England, intent on claiming the crown. How did the deadly gatehouses and mighty walls of Dover Castle prevent them from seizing the throne?
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


22:00
George Cross Heroes (History Documentary)
Their Finest Hour.
In Iraq Chris' tank is engulfed by flames after a friendly-fire catastrophe. Despite being shot he throws himself into the fire to drag out his injured frie$$$.
(New Episode, Widescreen, High Definition)


23:00
Deadliest Catch (Documentary)
In a scramble to help their collapsed greenhorn, the Wizard crew calls in a Coast Guard helicopter. Meanwhile the rest of the fleet race to haul crab before the hurricane hits.
(Part 7, Widescreen, High Definition)




00:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Dover.
In 1216, the French army invaded England, intent on claiming the crown. How did the deadly gatehouses and mighty walls of Dover Castle prevent them from seizing the throne?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


01:00
George Cross Heroes (History Documentary)
Their Finest Hour.
In Iraq Chris' tank is engulfed by flames after a friendly-fire catastrophe. Despite being shot he throws himself into the fire to drag out his injured frie$$$.
(Widescreen, High Definition)


02:00
American Guns (Documentary)
Volleygun/Civil War Trade.
The Gunsmoke team builds a 10-barrel, blackpowder volleygun. Rich bargains with a man selling WW1 and WW2 guns and takes a gamble trading a Henry rifle.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, 2012, 3 Star)


03:00
Battle Castle with Dan Snow (Documentary)
Dover.
In 1216, the French army invaded England, intent on claiming the crown. How did the deadly gatehouses and mighty walls of Dover Castle prevent them from seizing the throne?
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles)


03:50
George Cross Heroes (History Documentary)
Their Finest Hour.
In Iraq Chris' tank is engulfed by flames after a friendly-fire catastrophe. Despite being shot he throws himself into the fire to drag out his injured frie$$$.
(Widescreen, High Definition)




04:40
Discovery Atlas (Scientific Documentary)
Explore the fascinating and complex contemporary life of this extraordinary country as this visual delight delves deep into the people and places of Earth's oldest civilization.
(Widescreen, High Definition, Subtitles, Part 2)


05:30
Meerkat Manor (Nature)
The Darkest Day. Series 4, episode 13.
In the series finale, it's war at the Commandos when Zorro goes missing in action. And family history repeats itself when tragedy strikes at the Whiskers burrow.
(Widescreen, High Definition, 2008, 3 Star)