TV Picks: 20-26 June 2011 (Glastonbury 2011, James May's Things You Need To Know, Mildred Pierce, Shameless USA, Three Men Go To Venice, Top Gear, etc.)

Pick of the Week: SHAMELESS (USA) - More4, Thursday, 10PM

MONDAY 20th

Made In Britain (BBC2, 9pm) Series looking at the decline of UK production. Presented by Evan Davis. (1/3)
Four Of A Kind (ITV1, 9pm) Documentary about a husband and wife who have conceived the UK's only twin set of quadruplets.
James May's Things You Need To Know (BBC2, 10pm) Historical series featuring unusual, little-known stories. Hosted by James May. (1/3)
Treasures Of Heaven (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary about relics that have been a key part of converting non-believers to Catholicism for hundreds of years.
The Hotel (More4, 9pm) Documentary about a three-star hotel in the Lake District. (1/8)
Vatican: The Hidden World (BBC4, 10pm) Documentary where a camera crew enter the private world of the Vatican, seat of The Pope.

TUESDAY 21st

Submarine School (Channel 5, 8pm) Documentary following five submarines throughout their training. (1/4)
Three Men Go To Venice (BBC2, 9pm) Series where Rory McGrath, Griff Rhys Jones & Dara O'Briain set off on another adventure, this time travelling up the Dalmation coast to Venice. (1/2)
Absurd: Breaking The Silence (BBC1, 10.35pm) Documentary about the sexual abuses suffered by pupils of two Catholic prep schools in England and Tanzania.

WEDNESDAY 22nd

The Wonder Of Weeds (BBC4, 9pm) Series reassessing the reputations of some of Britain's disliked plantlife.
The Kids Are Alright (ITV1, 10.35pm) Documentary telling the stories of six inspiration youngsters.

THURSDAY 23rd

History Cold Case (BBC2, 9pm) Series 2 of the show where scientists use technology to explore Britain's past. (1/4)
Shameless USA (More4, 10pm) US remake of the drama about a close-knit working class family. Starring William H. Macy, Emmy Rossum, Jeremy Allen White, Cameron Monaghan, Emma Kenney, Ethan Cutkosky, Joan Cusack & Justin Chatwin. (1/12)

FRIDAY 24th

Medium (Sky Living, 9pm) Season 7 of the US supernatural drama. Starring Patricia Arquette.
Glastonbury 2011 (BBC2, 9.45pm) Coverage of the annual musical festival, including a performance from U2. Hosted by Jo Whiley, Lauren Laverne, Zane Lowe & Mark Radcliffe. Continues on BBC4 at 10.30pm.

SATURDAY 25th

The National Lottery: In It To Win It (BBC1, 8.10pm) Return of the lottery tie-in gameshow. Hosted by Dale Winton.
Mildred Pierce (Sky Atlantic, 9pm) Miniseries set in the 1940s about a mother who separated from her unfaithful husband to raise her family singlehanded. Starring Kate Winslet, Brian F. O'Byrne, Melissa Leo, Guy Pierce, James LeGros, Mare Winningham, Morgan Turner & Quinn McColgan. (1/5)

SUNDAY 26th

The Many Faces Of Michael Caine (BBC2, 7pm) The actor reminisces about his 50-year long career in movies.
The TV Book Club (More4, 7.30pm) Series 4 of the literary review show. Guests are Jo Brand, Dave Spikey, Laila Rouass, Ade Edmondson, Meera Syal & Rory McGrath.
Top Gear (BBC2, 8pm) Series 17 of the motoring magazine show. Hosted by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond & James May. (1/6)

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TV Picks: 13-19 June 2011 (8 Out Of 10 Cats, Alan Carr: Chatty Man, Dexter, King Of, Lee Mack's All Star Cast, Luther, Marriage Ref, Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Wall Of Fame, etc.)

Pick of the Week: LUTHER - BBC1, Tuesday, 9PM

MONDAY 13th

Police Interceptors (Channel 5, 8pm) Series 4 of the fly-on-the-wall show following the officers of South Yorkshire's Road Crime Unit. (1/15)
Terry Pratchett: Choosing To Die (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary presented by Terry Pratchett (the best-selling author battling Alzheimer's Disease) about people's right to decide when and how they die.
The Walton Sextuplets: Moving On (ITV1, 9pm) Documentary about the Liverpudlian woman who gave birth to six baby girls in 1983. This is the ninth catch-up film charting the family's progress on the sextuplets' 28th birthday.
Kill It, Cut It, Use It (BBC3, 9pm) Series looking at how various animal body parts are used after animals are slaughtered. Presented by Julia Bradbury. (1/5)
World War II: 1940 & The Man Of Steel (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary about Hitler and Stalin's confrontations on the Eastern front of WWII.

TUESDAY 14th

BBC Cardiff Singer Of The World 2011 (BBC4, 7.30pm) International singing competition taking place at St David's Hall. Hosted by Petroc Trelawney, Josie D'Arby, Jonathan Lemalu & Mary King. (1/5)
Luther (BBC1, 9pm) Series 2 of the crime thriller. Starring Idris Elba, Ruth Wilson, Warren Brown, Paul McGann & Nikki Amuka-Bird. (1/4)
Baby Hospital (ITV1, 9pm) Series looking at the work of Liverpool Women's Hospital's neonatal unit. (1/3)
America's Got Talent (ITV2, 9pm) Season 5 of the US talent show competition. Judged by Howie Mandel, Piers Morgan & Sharon Osbourne. Hosted by Nick Cannon.
The Scheme (BBC2, 11.05pm) Documentary following six families on a housing scheme in north-west Kilmarnock over 19-months. (1/4)
Sri Lanka's Killing Fields (Channel 4, 11.05pm) Investigation into alleged war crimes by Sri Lankan forces against secessionist group the Tamil Tigers.

WEDNESDAY 15th

Wonderland (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary about child fire-starters, who are responsible for half the cases of arson in Britain.

THURSDAY 16th

The Choir That Rocks (ITV1, 9pm) Documentary following the Rock Choir and its 8,000 members over a five-month period. (1/3)
Kids Behind Bars (BBC3, 9pm) Series investigating the lives of troubled children sent to the Vinney Secure Unit in Gloucestershire. (1/3)
One Born Every Minute USA (More4, 9pm) US version of the fly-on-the-wall documentary series showing real-life births in a maternity ward. (1/8)
The Sex Researchers (Channel 4, 10pm) Documentary series about how our attitudes to sex have changed over the past century. (1/3)

FRIDAY 17th

Come Dine With Me (Channel 4, 8pm) Series 4 of the culinary gameshow.
My Family (BBC1, 9pm) Series 11 of the family sitcom. Starring Robert Lindsay, Zoe Wannamaker, Daniela Denby-Ashe & Keiron Self. (1/11)
The Kennedys (BBC2, 9pm) Political miniseries telling the story of John F. Kennedy's rise to presidency in the '60s. Starring Greg Kinnear, Barry Pepper, Katie Holmes & Tom Wilkinson. Terrestrial premiere. (1/8)
8 Out Of 10 Cats (Channel 4, 9pm) Series 11 of the comedy panel gameshow. Hosted by Jimmy Carr, with team captains Sean Lock & Jon Richardson. (1/9)
King Of (Channel 4, 9.30pm) Brand new comedy panel gameshow where celebrity guests discuss their passions and unusual hobbies. Hosted by Claudia Winkleman. Guests are Sarah Millican & Chris Evans. (1/6)
Castle (Channel 5, 9pm) Season 1 of the US cop drama about a crime fiction author who helps the police with their investigations. Starring Nathan Fillion & Stana Katic. Terrestrial premiere. (1/10)
Alan Carr: Chatty Man (Channel 4, 10pm) Series 6 of the chat show. Hosted by Alan Carr. Guests are Jennifer Lopez, Jonathan Ross & David Haye. (1/8)
Wall Of Fame (Sky1, 10pm) Brand new comedy panel show about the world's most talked-about people. Hosted by David Walliams. (1/8)
Dexter (FX, 10pm) Season 5 of the US crime drama about a serial-killer who works as a forensic analyst for the Miami police department. Starring Michael C. Hall, Jennifer Carpenter, Julia Stiles & Jonny Lee Miller. (1/12)

SATURDAY 18th

Odd One In (ITV1, 7.15pm) Series 2 of the comedy gameshow where contestants have to identify someone with a unique skill from a lineup. Hosted by Bradley Walsh, with captains Jason Manford & Peter Andre.
Kennedy Home Movies (BBC2, 8pm) Private film footage and memoirs of the Kennedy dynasty.
Penn & Teller: Fool Us (ITV1, 8pm) Series where world-famous illusionists Penn & Teller ask amateur magicians to perform their act and try to bamboozle them about how it was achieved. Hosted by Jonathan Ross.
The Marriage Ref (ITV1, 9pm) UK remake of the US series where a celebrity panel try to help with genuine marital disputes. Hosted by Dermot O'Leary. Guests are Jonathan Ross, James Corden, Geri Halliwell, Alan Carr, Jimmy Carr, Sarah Millican & Micky Flanagan. (1/7)
Lee Mack's All Star Cast (BBC1, 9.40pm) Light entertainment series hosted by comedian Lee Mack. (1/6)

SUNDAY 19th

Fake Or Fortune? (BBC1, 7pm) Series where Fiona Bruce and art expert Philip Mould investigate the controversies about works of art from around the world. (1/4)

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TV Picks: 6-12 June 2011 (Angry Boys, Camelot, Comedy Gala 2011, Injustice, In With The Flynns, James May's Toy Stories, Mock The Week, Smallville, etc.)

Pick of the Week: ANGRY BOYS - BBC3, Tuesday, 10.40PM

MONDAY 6th

Crimewatch Roadshow (BBC1, 9.15am) Series 3 of the roadshow editions of the popular crime-fighting series. (1/20)
Injustice (ITV1, 9pm) Legal drama about a retired defense barrister called back into action. Starring James Purefoy. Continues weeknights until Friday. (1/5)
Embarrassing Fat Bodies (Channel 4, 9pm) Medical series looking at embarrassing illness suffered by overweight people. (1/4)
The Restaurant Inspector (Five, 10pm) Return of the series where Fernando Peire tries to help various British eateries. (1/6)
World's Craziest Fools (BBC3, 10.30pm) Series featuring clips of stupid and idiotic people. Hosted by Mr T. (1/10)

TUESDAY 7th

Animal Kingdom (ITV1, 7.30pm) Wildlife documentary series where a British vet helps restore an African wilderness in Namibia. (1/6)
The Fairy Jobmother (Channel 4, 9pm) Series 2 of the show where Hayley Taylor helps people find employment. (1/4)
Smallville (E4, 9pm) Season 10 of the superhero drama. Starring Tom Welling, Erica Durance & Allison Mack. (1/22)
Botany: A Blooming History (BBC4, 9pm) Timothy Walker, director of Oxford University Botanic Garden, explores the history of botany. (1/3)
Our War (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary series looking at the war in Afghanistan, told using footage shot by soldiers there. (1/3)
Poor Kids (BBC1, 10.35pm) Documentary about the 3.6 million children living in poverty in the UK.
Angry Boys (BBC3, 10.40pm) Mockumentary series from Chris Lilley, creator of Summer Heights High, focusing on a group of male characters facing modern life. Double-bill. (1 & 2/12)

WEDNESDAY 8th

You've Been Framed & Famous (ITV1, 8pm) Spin-off to the long-running home video series, focusing on members of the public who are celebrity lookalikes. Narrated by Harry Hill.
In With The Flynns (BBC1, 8.30pm) Family comedy. Starring Will Mellow & Warren Clarke. (1/6)
Mugged (ITV1, 10.35pm) Documentary on mugging.

THURSDAY 9th

Help! My House Is Falling Down (Channel 4, 8pm) Series 2 of the show where Sarah Beeny tries to help homeowners with homes that are in disrepair. (1/10)
The Duke At 90 (BBC1, 9pm) Documentary on the Duke of Edinburgh as he turns 90 years old.
Tourism & The Truth (BBC3, 9pm) Stacey Dooley investigates the shocking truth behind an all-inclusive hotel in Kenya.
TT 2011 (ITV4, 9pm) Highlights of the famous super bike race on the Isle of Man.
Unnatural Histories (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary series showing how various natural landscapes have been shaped over time. Starting with the Serengeti, with the Amazon and Yellowstone Park to follow. (1/3)
Born To Be Different (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary on a group of children born with disabilities. (1/3)
Dermot's Big Fat Comedy Gala (Channel 4, 10pm) Backstage at the Comedy Gala 2011 with Dermot O'Leary, featuring interviews with many of the performers.
Mock The Week (BBC2, 10pm) Series 10 of the topical comedy panel show. Hosted by Dara O'Briain, with Hugh Dennis & Andy Parsons. Featuring Chris Addison & Greg Davies. (1/12)

FRIDAY 10th

Love Your Garden (ITV1, 8pm) New gardening series presented by Alan Titchmarsh. (1/8)
Channel 4's Comedy Gala 2011 (Channel 4, 9pm) The second annual stand-up comedy gala in aide of Great Ormond Street Hospital. Starring Alan Carr, Jack Dee, Andi Osho, Dara O'Briain, Jack Whitehall, John Bishop, Jon Richardson, Micky Flanagan, Rhod Gilbert. Chris Moyles, Jason Byrne, Jo Brand, Rich Hall, Sarah Millican, Shappi Khorsandi, Sean Lock, Michael McIntyre, Mark Watson, Jonathan Ross, Kevin Bridges, and many more. Featuring Lady Gaga, Jane Lynch, Matthew Morrison, Whoopi Goldberg, Sir Patrick Stewart, James Corden, Russell Brand, Miranda Hart & Rob Brydon.
The Santana Story: Angels & Demons (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on the band Santana.

SATURDAY 11th

Charles Darwin & The Tree Of Life (BBC4, 7pm) Documentary where Sir David Attenborough offers his thoughts on the renowned naturalist's work.
The Cube: Celebrity Special (ITV1, 8.40pm) Celebrity edition of the physical/mental challenge gameshow. Featuring McFly. Hosted by Philip Schofield.
Camelot (Channel 4, 9pm) Season 1 of the US drama retelling the Arthurian Legend. Starring Joseph Fiennes, Eva Green, Jamie Campbell Bower, James Purefoy, Sean Pertwee & Claire Forlani. Double-bill. (1 & 2/10)
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (Channel 5, 10pm) Season 9 of the US crime drama. (1/19)

SUNDAY 12th

James May's Toy Stories: The Great Train Race (BBC2, 8pm) Top Gear's James May tries to make a 10-mile toy railway track.

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TV Picks: 30 May – 5 June 2011 (Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask, Case Histories, Coast, Lead Balloon, Meet The Elephant Man, Popstar To Operastar, Talking Funny, etc.)

Pick of the Week: LEAD BALLOON - Tuesday, BBC2, 10PM

BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY

Horrible Histories (CBBC, 5.15pm) Return of the BAFTA-winning historical sketch show for kids.
Gory Games (CBBC, 5.45pm) Horrible Histories spin-off gameshow. Hosted by Dave Lamb.
Four In A Bed (Channel 4, 5pm) Series 2 of the show looking into B&B's.
Come Dine With Me (Channel 4, 5.30pm) Return of the culinary gameshow. Continues weekdays.
The Truth About Wildlife (BBC1, 7.30pm) Series looking at wildlife conservationism in the UK. Presented by Chris Packham.
Britain's Got Talent: Semi Finals (ITV1, 7.30pm) Live finals with Simon Cowell returning to the jury to pick this year's winner. Continues weekdays, with results at 9.30pm.
Springwatch 2011 (BBC2, 8pm) Return of the live wildlife series. Presented by Chris Packham & Kate Humble. (1/12)
Egypt's Lost Cities (BBC1, 8.30pm) Documentary using "space archaeology" (satellites with infrared cameras) to investigate the surface of Egypt.
Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask (Dave, 10pm) Comedy quiz show where players have to devise questions that will bamboozle their rivals. Guests include Griff Rhys Jones, Robert Webb, Dave Lamb & Katy Brand.

TUESDAY 31st

Storyville: Amnesty! When They Are All Free (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on Amnesty International.
Lead Balloon (BBC2, 10pm) Series 4 of the sitcom about a miserable comedian. Starring Jack Dee, Raquel Cassidy, Anna Crilly, Sean Power, Rasmus Hardicker, Ingrid Oliver & Tony Gardner.
True Stories: Google Baby (More4, 10pm) Documentary about a business where people can order babies online.

WEDNESDAY 1st

Springwatch Unsprung 2011 (BBC2, 8.30pm) Sister show to Springwatch in the form of an audience debate.
The Men Who Won't Stop Marching (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary looking at the current state of Belfast's Shankhill Road marching bands.
Cumbria, One Year On (ITV1, 10.35pm) Documentary reflecting on the tragedy last May, when Cumbrian taxi driver Derrick Bird went on a rampage: shooting 12 people dead and seriously injuring 11 before committing suicide.

THURSDAY 2nd

Andrew Marr's Megacities (BBC1, 8pm) Documentary series exploring how cities with more than 10 million citizens cope manage to feed, protect and transport the populace. Presented by Andrew Marr. (1/3)
Welly Telly: The Countryside Of Television (BBC4, 8pm) Homage to rural TV. Featuring Kate Humble, John Craven, Clarissa Dickson Wright, Bill Oddie, Bill Bryson, and more.
Meet The Elephant Man (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary where scientists study the bones of Joseph Merrick; the disfigured Victorian gentleman best-known as The Elephant Man.
Bums, Boobs & Botox (Channel 4, 10pm) Documentary looking at a market leader in British cosmetic surgery.
Talking Funny (Sky Atlantic, 10.15pm) Special where Ricky Gervais chairs a meeting of top American comedy talent to discuss what's funny: Jerry Seinfeld, Louis CK & Chris Rock.

FRIDAY 3rd

Julia Bradbury's Canal Walks (BBC2, 9pm) Series exploring some of the UK's canals and towpath trails. Hosted by Julia Bradbury. (1/4)

SATURDAY 4th

The Classic Brit Awards 2011 (ITV3, 11.05pm) Annual awards ceremony.

SUNDAY 5th

The Royal (ITV1, 7pm) Series 8 of the hospital drama set in the 1960s. (1/9)
Popstar To Operastar (ITV1, 8pm) Series 2 of the singing contest where pop singers are trained to become opera singers. Hosted by Myleene Klass, with mentors Katherine Jenkins & Rolando Villazon. Celebrity contestants are Joe McElderry, Jocelyn Brown, Cheryl Baker, Midge Ure, Andy Bell, Claire Richards, Joseph Washbourn & Melody Thornton.
Case Histories (BBC1, 9pm) Crime drama about a private investigator who is asked to help find a woman who went missing 30 years ago. Starring Jason Isaacs, Amanda Abbington, Natasha Little, Fenella Woolgar & Kirsty Mitchell. (1/6)
Coast (BBC1, 9pm) Series 6 of the show exploring the unusual and picturesque coastal sights of the British Isles and its neighbours. (1/6)
Annie Nightingale: Bird On The Wireless (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary to commemorate DJ Annie Nightingale's 40th year in the music business.

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TV Picks: 23-29 May 2011 ('Celebrity Five To Go', 'Four Rooms', 'Funny Or Die Presents', 'Paul Merton's Birth Of Hollywood', 'Primeval', 'Scott & Bailey', etc.)

Pick of the Week: 'PRIMEVAL' - Watch, Tuesday, 8PM

MONDAY 23rd

Celebrity Five To Go (Channel 4, 5pm) Reality series where five famous people go on holiday together, starting in Cape Town with The Apprentice's Stuart Baggs, Christopher Biggings, and others. Continues weekdaily. (1/5)
Dispatches: The Truth About Your Dentist (Channel 4, 8pm) Documentary on how the public are sometimes misled about private dentistry and the NHS.
Supersize Ambulance (BBC1, 9pm) Documentary following the work of the Thames Ambulance's bariatric service.
All Watched Over By Machines Of Loving Grace (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary series exploring the fear that humanity's being willingly colonized by machines. (1/3)
Funny Or Die Presents (Sky Atlantic, 10pm) Comedy series from Will Ferrell, based on the humorous video website. (1/12)

TUESDAY 24th

Prince Phillip At 90 (ITV1, 8pm) Documentary on the Queen's husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, as he celebrates his 90th birthday.
Four Rooms (Channel 4, 8pm) Dragons' Den-inspired antiques gameshow where four of the UK's top art dealers compete to buy people's unusual antiquities. (1/8)
Primeval (Watch, 8pm) Series 5 of the sci-fi action-adventure receives its UK premiere. Starring Andrew Lee Potts, Hannah Spearritt, Alexander Siddig, Ben Miller, Ciarán McMenamin & Ruth Kearney. (1/6)
Geordie Shore (MTV, 10pm) Reality-drama based on the US hit Jersey Shore.

WEDNESDAY 25th

Pawn Stars (Five, 7.30pm) Documentary following pawn shop owners trading on the outskirts of Las Vegas. (1/10)
Midsomer Murders (ITV1, 8pm) Series 14 of the murder-mystery series. Starring Neil Dudgeon.
Diagnosis Live From The Clinic (Channel 4, 8pm) Live episode where members of the public have their ailments diagnosed by doctors. (1/6)
Moving Nature's Giants (Five, 8pm) Series exploring the methods used to transport enormous creatures, starting with a task to relocate a herd of elephants. (1/4)
Heath v Wilson: The 10 Year Duel (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on political rivals Harold Wilson and Edward Heath and their decadal feud.

THURSDAY 26th

Cutting Edge: Breaking A Female Paedophile Ring (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary investigation into how a child pornography gang was exposed and destroyed.
The World's Tallest Man: Looking For Love (Channel 4, 10pm) Documentary about Turkey's Sultan Ksen, the world's tallest man, and his struggle to find love with his condition.
Ideal (BBC3, 10.30pm) Series 7 of the sitcom about a small-time cannabis dealer. Starring Johnny Vegas. (1/6)

FRIDAY 27th

The Joy Of Easy Listening (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on the popular music genre.
Paul Merton's Birth Of Hollywood (BBC2, 9.30pm) Documentary where the comedian travels to Hollywood in the year the showbiz capital celebrates its centennial. (1/3)
The Book Review Show (BBC2, 11pm) Literary review show. Presented by Kirsty Wark, with Germaine Greer & John Mullan.

SATURDAY 28th

Nothing.

SUNDAY 29th

Scott & Bailey (ITV1, 9pm) Crime drama following the Manchester police unit's murder specialists. Starring Lesley Sharp, Suranne Jones, Rupert Graves, Amelia Bulmore & Nicholas Gleaves. (1/6)

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TV Picks: 16-22 May 2011 ('Al Murray's Compete For The Meat', 'British Academy Television Awards 2011', 'Caprica', 'Jamie's Food Revolution Hits Hollywood', 'Louis Theroux', etc.)

Pick of the Week: 'CAPRICA' - Sky1, Monday, 11.15PM

MONDAY 16th

Fake Britain (BBC1, 9am) Series 2 of the counterfeit investigation series, starting with a look at how banks are giving their customers a high quantity of fake £1 coins. (1/15)
The Story Of Ireland (BBC2, 7pm) Documentary series looking into Ireland's birth. (1/5)
The Street That Cut Everything (BBC1, 9pm) Social experiment where a street in Preston gives up their council services for 6 weeks and charts the fallout. Concludes tomorrow.
Caprica (Sky1, 11.15pm) Season 1of the sci-fi drama continues. Starring Eric Stoltz, Esai Morales, Alessandra Torresani & Paula Malcolmson. (10/18)

TUESDAY 17th

This Green & Pleasant Land: The Story Of British Landscape Painting (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on how the British countryside is depicted in art.
Dating In The Dark (Sky Living, 9pm) Return of the dating series where lonely hearts try to find love in pitch darkness.
Secrets Of The Superbrands: Technology (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary series about how companies find ways to turn customers into disciples. (1/3)
Jamie's Food Revolution Hits Hollywood (Channel 4, 10pm) Chef Jamie Oliver continues his mission to change the dietary habits of America's youth, now turning his attention on California. (1/6)
True Stories: Dolphin Boy (More4, 10pm) Documentary about a 17-year-old boy suffering from post-traumatic disassociation, who undergoes treatment by swimming with dolphins.

WEDNESDAY 18th

The British Soap Awards (ITV1, 8pm) Annual awards ceremony.

THURSDAY 19th

The Culture Show (BBC2, 7pm) Return of the arts and culture magazine show.
Cutting Edge: Hunting Britain's Most Wanted (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary about how the EU's open borders have led to a surge of criminals entering the UK.
Al Murray's Compete For The Meat (Dave, 9pm) Comedy gameshow hosted by Al Murray in his Pub Landlord guise.

FRIDAY 20th

Eddie Stobart: Trucks & Trailers (Channel 5, 8pm) Series 2 of the show following the truckers of renowned haulage business Eddie Stobart. (1/8)

SATURDAY 21st

The Secret Life Of Elephants (BBC4, 7pm) Documentary on the lives of elephants living in Kenya's Samburu reserve. (1/3)
Lady Gaga Presents The Monster's Ball Tour (Sky1, 9pm) Music concert, recorded live.
Our 'Enry: A Tribute To Henry Cooper (BBC2, 9.45pm) Documentary on the beloved English boxer, who sadly died recently. Features interviews with Sir Michael Parkinson, Sir Bobby Charlton, Jimmy Tarbuck & Barry McGuigan.

SUNDAY 22nd

RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2011 (BBC1, 6.15pm) A preview of the Royal Horticultural Society's 89th Chelsea Flower Show. Presented by Alan Titchmarsh & Joe Swift.
British Academy Television Awards 2011 (BBC1, 8pm) Annual television awards ceremony. Hosted by Graham Norton.
Louis Theroux: Miami Mega Jail (BBC2, 9pm) Louis Theroux reports from inside Miami County Jail. (1/2)

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TV Picks: 9-15 May 2011 ('The Apprentice', 'The Chicago Code', 'Comedy Genius Of John Sullivan', 'Eurovision 2011', 'Gordon's Great Escape', 'The Night Shift', 'Strangeways', etc.)

Pick of the Week: 'THE APPRENTICE' - BBC1, Tuesday, 9PM

MONDAY 9th

Business Nightmares with Evan Davis (BBC2, 8pm) Series recounting the instances when globally successful businesses make catastrophic mistakes. (1/3)
Dispatches: A Year Inside Number 10 (Channel 4, 8pm) Dispatches special featuring interviews with Prime Minister David Cameron & Deputy PM Nick Clegg on their coalition government.
Wootton Bassett: The Town That Remembers (BBC1, 9pm) Documentary about the small town recently awarded a royal title for its tributes to fallen soldiers transported through their hamlet from RAF Lyneham.
Strangeways (ITV1, 9pm) Documentary on Britain's largest prison. (1/3)
Gordon's Great Escape (Channel 4, 9pm) Chef Gordon Ramsay travels through South East Asia looking for delicious local food. (1/4)
There's Something About Josie (Five, 10pm) Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the everyday life of Josie Gibson, the girl-next-door from Bristol who won Big Brother 11. (1/3)
The Night Shift (BBC4, 10pm) Icelandic comedy about three men working at a petrol station in Reykjavik. Subtitled. (1/12)
Made In Chelsea (E4, 10.15pm) Reality drama following a group of twentysomethings from Chelsea. (1/8)

TUESDAY 10th

Supersize Grime (Five, 8pm) Documentary on the UK's dirties jobs. (1/6)
Eurovision Semi Final 1 (BBC3, 8pm) First semi-final of the world's most popular live singing event, before the live show.
The Apprentice (BBC1, 9pm) Series 7 of the business reality gameshow. Continues tomorrow, then every Tuesday. (1/12)
The Apprentice: You're Fired (BBC1, 10pm) Sister show where Dara O'Briain interviews the latest candidate fired from The Apprentice. Continues tomorrow, then every Tuesday.
The Country House Revealed (BBC2, 9pm) Series visiting stately homes that haven't been open to public view. (1/6)
Home Is Where The Heart Is (ITV1, 9pm) Documentary series about homelessness in the UK, were celebrities Alex James, Aldo Zilli, Colin McAllister, Justin Ryan & Anneka Rice invite homeless people to live with them. (1/3)

WEDNESDAY 11th

Poms In Paradise (ITV1, 7.30pm) Documentary about British people who have emigrated to Australia.
The National Movie Awards (ITV1, 8pm) Annual movie awards ceremony. Hosted by Christine Bleakley.
24 Hours In A&E (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary series capturing the round-the-clock life of a typical A&E department. (1/7)
Julia Bradbury's Iceland Walks (BBC4, 9pm) Special where the presenter goes on picturesque walks through Iceland.
McFly On The Wall (5*, 10pm) Fly-on-the-wall documentary following the boyband. (1/6)

THURSDAY 12th

Emergency Bikers (Five, 8pm) Series following the work of the emergency service. (1/5)
Cutting Edge: A Very Dangerous Doctor (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary about the dispute with a doctor accused of abusing the children of his patients.
Extreme Fishing: The Ends Of The Earth (Five, 9pm) Robson Green returns to showcase some of the world's best fishing locations. (1/6)
The Chicago Code (Sky1, 9pm) Season 1 of the US cop drama. Starring Jennifer Beals, Delroy Lindo & Jason Clarke. (1/13)
Impossible? (Five, 10pm) Magic gameshow hosted by illusionist Philip Escoffey. (1/6)
Banged Up Abroad (Five, 11.05pm) Docudrama about a musician who was jailed in Venezuela for smuggling cocaine and sent to a notorious prison.

FRIDAY 13th

The Comedy Genius Of John Sullivan (BBC1, 8.30pm) Tribute to writer John Sullivan, creator of beloved British sitcoms like Only Fools & Horses, Just Good Friends & Citizen Smith, who died recently.
Big Love (Sky Atlantic, 9pm) Season 2 of the US drama. (1/12)

SATURDAY 14th

Radio 1's Big Weekend (BBC3, 7pm) Coverage of the annual Radio 1 live music event, this year coming from Carlisle. Featuring performances from Lady Gaga, Ellie Goulding, Bruno Mars, The Foo Fighters, and many more.
Eurovision Song Contest 2011 (BBC1, 8pm) Live final of the world's most-watched singing competition, broadcast from Germany. Commented on by Graham Norton.
Domesday (BBC2, 8pm) Historian Stephen Baxter explores his theory that the Domesday Book was commissioned to confer revolutionary powers on the monarchy in the 11th century, and not as a means to collect taxes.

SUNDAY 15th

Operation Crossbow (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary about the spitfire pilots and Allied technicians who helped thwart the Nazis during WWII using stereoscopic 3D photos.
Perspectives: Hugh Laurie Down By The River (ITV1, 10.15pm) Documentary following the actor on a trip to uncover the musical secrets of New Orleans.

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TV Picks: 2-8 May 2011 ('Family Guy', 'Psychoville', 'The Shadow Line', 'Richard Hammond's Engineering Connections', 'Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle', 'Waterloo Road', etc.)

Pick of the Week: 'PSYCHOVILLE' - Thursday, BBC2, 10PM

MAY DAY BANK HOLIDAY

Dambusters: Building The Bouncing Bomb (Channel 4, 8pm) Documentary where a team of engineers try to rebuild the famous bouncing bomb that destroyed a vital German dam in WWII.
Young, Rich & Househunting (BBC3, 8.30pm) Property series following a group of rich people buying a house.
Case Sensitive (ITV1, 9pm) Detective drama based on the novel Point Rescue by Sophie Hannah. Concludes tomorrow. (1/2)

TUESDAY 3rd

The Quite Remarkable David Coleman (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary on famous sports broadcaster David Coleman OBE, who celebrates his 85th birthday.
Fast Food Baby (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary following three families trying to change their diet and wean their kids off junk food.

WEDNESDAY 4th

Waterloo Road (BBC1, 7.30pm) Series 7 of the school drama.
Two Greedy Italians (BBC2, 8pm) Chefs Antonio Carluccio & Gennaro Contadlo return to Italy after 40 years away to see how their native land's cuisine has evolved.
Emergency with Angela Griffin (Sky1, 8pm) Series looking at the UK's emergency services, starting with paramedics.
Panorama: Council Houses, Cheats & Victims (BBC1, 9pm) Documentary on cheats who make money from council flats.
Children's Craniofacial Surgery (BBC2, 9pm) Series looking at the work done in the Oxford Craniofacial Unit, that help children with facial deformities.
Time Team: Boudicca Special (Channel 4) Special episode of the archaeology show.
Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle (BBC2, 11.20pm) Series 2 of the standup/sketch show. (1/6)

THURSDAY 5th

Inside The Human Body (BBC1, 9pm) Series on the human body, using cutting edge CGI and the latest scientific research. Hosted by Michael Mosley. (1/4)
The Shadow Line (BBC2, 9pm) Drama about an undercover cop returning to work after being shot while on duty, who now suffers from amnesia. Starring Chiewetel Ejiofor, Christopher Eccleston, Richard Lintern, Robert Pugh, Lesley Sharp, Rafe Spall & Tobias Menzies. (1/7)
Cutting Edge: Jackpots & Jinxes – Lottery Stories (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary about some extraordinary lottery winners and their stories.
Psychoville (BBC2, 10pm) Series 2 of the horror-comedy drama. Starring Reece Shearsmith, Steve Pemberton, Dawn French & Imelda Staunton. (1/6)

FRIDAY 6th

Vote 2011 (BBC2, 12pm) The latest voting news from across the UK on the various elections about changing the parliamentary electoral system.
Petworth House: The Big Spring Clean (BBC2, 8pm) Behind-the-scenes of stately home Petworth House. (1/6)
Classic Albums (BBC4, 9pm) The making of Primal Scream's 1991 album Screamadelica.

SATURDAY 7th

The Secret History Of Eurovision (More4, 9pm) Documentary on the world's most popular live musical event, the Eurovision Song Contest.

SUNDAY 8th

Richard Hammond's Engineering Connections (BBC2, 7pm) Series 3 of the show explaining the links between various engineering breakthroughs and challenges. This episode looks at the secrets behind the Burj Al Arab, the world's tallest hotel. (1/6)
Britain's Secret Seas (BBC2, 8pm) Explorer Paul Rose, biologist Tooni Mahto & archaelogist Frank Pope investigate the seas around the UK. (1/4)
Lord Sugar Tackles Football (BBC2, 9pm) The self-made millionaire businessman investigates the financial problems of English football.
Atlantis (BBC1, 9pm) Historical drama about the downfall of the Minoan civilization, after an earthquake caused a tsunami that flooded Crete in 1620 B.C, supposedly inspiring the legend of Atlantis. Starring Stephanie Leonidas, Reece Ritchie & Langley Kirkwood.
Family Guy (BBC3, 10pm) Series 9 of the US animated comedy.

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TV Picks: 25 April - 1 May 2011 ('Derren Brown: Miracles For Sale', 'Exile', 'In Treatment', 'My Big Fat Royal Gypsy Wedding', 'Royal Wedding', 'Secret Millionaire', 'Suspicions Of Mr Whicher', etc.)

Pick of the Week: 'IN TREATMENT' - Friday, Sky Atlantic, 10.15PM

EASTER MONDAY

Kate & William: A Royal Love Story (BBC1, 8.30pm) Documentary on how Prince William & Kate Middleton met and fell in love.
The Suspicions Of Mr Whicher (ITV1, 9pm) Drama about a sleepy village in 1860 who have to deal with a horric murder, based on the novel by Kate Summerscale.
Derren Brown: Miracles For Sale (Channel 4, 9pm) The illusionist exposes the cons at the heart of American so-called faith healers.
The Royal Wedding Crashers (Channel 4, 10.35pm) Comedy special taking a humorous look at how Prince William & Kate Middleton met and fell in love.

TUESDAY 26th

William & Kate: The Story So Far (Channel 5, 8pm) Documentary on how Prince William & Kate Middleton met and fell in love.
When Kate Met William: A Tale Of Two Lives (ITV1, 9pm) Documentary on how Prince William & Kate Middleton met and fell in love.
The Secret Millionaire (Channel 4, 9pm) Return of the series where a millionaire spends time in an underprivileged community. (1/7)
Meet The Multiples (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary on the challenges faced with parents of multiple children.
Two Pints Of Lager & A Packet Of Crisps (BBC3, 10.30pm) Series 9 of the sitcom. Double-bill. (1/6)

WEDNESDAY 27th

Giles & Sue's Royal Wedding (BBC2, 8pm) Special episode of the series, where Sue Perkins & Giles Coren attempt their own royal wedding.
William & Kate: Romance & The Royals (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary with a historical angle on the business of Royal Weddings.
Dark Blue (5USA, 9pm) Season 2 of the US crime drama. Starring Dylan McDermott, Omari Hadwick, Logan Marshall-Green, Tricia Helfer & Nicki Aycox. (1/10)

THURSDAY 28th

Rock & Chips (BBC1, 9pm) Return of the Only Fools & Horses prequel. Also the last episode, owing to the untimely death of writer/creator John Sullivan.
Sir Bobby Charlton: Football Icon (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary on the famous footballer.
My Big Fat Royal Gypsy Wedding (Channel 4, 9pm) Special episode of the docu-drama smash-hit.
Peter Andrew: The Next Chapter (ITV2, 9pm) Return of the fly-on-the-wall reality show. (1/8)

FRIDAY 29th

Royal Wedding (BBC1, 8am) Live coverage of the Royal Wedding of Prince William & Kate Middleton. Continues at 2.10pm & 8.30pm.
The Royal Wedding (ITV1, 8.25am) Live coverage of the Royal Wedding of Prince William & Kate Middleton.
Come Dine With Me Royal Wedding Special (Channel 4, 8pm) Special episode of the series where the participants try to organize the best Royal Wedding Street Party for 40 guests.
In Treatment (Sky Atlantic, 10.15pm) Season 2 of the US drama about a psychotherapist. Stars Gabriel Byrne. Double-bill. (1/35)
Weeds (Sky Atlantic, 10.35pm) Season 5 of the US drama. Starring Mary Louise Parker, Demian Bichir, Elizabeth Perkins & Justin Kirk. (1/13)

SATURDAY 30th

New People Do The Funniest Things (ITV1, 6pm) Series 19 of the home video show. Hosted by Stephen Mulhern. (1/6)

SUNDAY 1st

Vera (ITV1, 8pm) Detective series based on the novels by Ann Cleeves. Starring Brenda Blethyn. (1/4)
Exile (BBC1, 9pm) Drama about a journalist who returns home after 18 years to uncover the truth behind an incident that caused him to leave, where he's reacquainted with his father who's suffering from Alzheimer's Disease. Stars John Simm, Kate Magowan, Olivia Colman, Jim Broadbent & Daryl Fishwick. (1/3)
Perspectives: Andrew Lloyd Webber – A Passion For The Pre-Raphaelites (ITV1, 10.15pm) The composer discusses his love for the 19th-century Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.

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TV Picks: 18-24 April 2011 ('Doctor Who', 'Don't Scare The Hare', 'Game Of Thrones', 'Justified', 'March Of The Dinosaurs', 'The Reckoning', 'United', etc.)

Pick of the Week: 'DOCTOR WHO' - BBC1, Saturday, 6PM

MONDAY 18th

Help! My House Is Infested (Channel 4, 8pm) Sarah Beeny fronts a series where pest control experts help homeowners with infestations.
Motorway Cops (BBC1, 9pm) Series following the daily lives of traffic police.
Fix My Family (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary about the hostel Save The Family, that aims to help homeless families by giving them shelter and life skills.
The Reckoning (ITV1, 9pm) Drama about a single mother who is given £5 million, on the understanding she kill someone who deserves to die. Stars Ashley Jenson & Max Beesley. Concludes tomorrow. (1/2)
Meet The Middletons (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary into Kate Middleton's family.
The Hotel Inspector (Five, 9pm) Return of the series investigating hotels. (1/8)
The Gene Code (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary where Dr Adam Rutherford investigates the decoding of the human genome. (1/2)
Game Of Thrones (Sky Atlantic, 9pm) Season 1 of the medieval fantasy drama based on the George R.R Martin novels. Stars Sean Bean, Mark Addy, Lena Heady, Harry Lloyd & Emilia Clarke. (1/10)

TUESDAY 19th

Military Driving School (ITV1, 7.30pm) Series about the training of drivers at the Defence School of Transport in Leconfield, Yorkshire. (1/6)
The Sex Education Show (Channel 4, 9pm) New series of the sex education series. Continues tomorrow, concludes Thursday. (1/3)
So What If My Baby Is Born Like Me (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary about Jono Lancaster (a man with Treacher-Collins syndrome, which means he has no cheekbones or external ears), and concerns that any children he fathers have a 50% chance of inheriting his condition.
The Baby Born In A Concentration Camp (BBC1, 10.35pm) Documentary on Anka Bergman, who gave birth to her daughter in the Auschwitz concentration camp during WWII.

WEDNESDAY 20th

Farewell Liz (ITV1, 7.30pm) Tribute to Coronation Street's Beverly Callard, who has played the character of Liz McDonald over 20 years.
The Great British Wedding Cake (BBC2, 8pm) Investigation into the development of wedding cakes in the UK.
Essex Jungle (Five, 8pm) Documentary profile of people who sell, own, and rescue bizarre pets.
Justified (5USA, 9pm) Season 2 of the US crime drama. Starring Timothy Olyphant & Walton Goggins. (1/13)

THURSDAY 21st

Long Lost Family (ITV1, 9pm) New series reuniting family members who have been separated. Presented by Davina McCall & Nicky Campbell. (1/6)
Most Shocking Talent Show Moments (Five, 9pm) Countdown of the best talent show moments.
Jon Venables: What Went Wrong (BBC1, 10.35pm) Investigation into the case of two-year-old Jamie Bulger, who was murdered by Jon Venables and Robert Thompson.

GOOD FRIDAY

The Making Of Elton John (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on the world-famous singer's life.
Million Pound Drop (Channel 4, 10pm) Series 4 of the big-money gameshow. Hosted by Davina McCall. (1/12)

SATURDAY 23rd

March Of The Dinosaurs (ITV1, 5pm) Feature-length CGI animated documentary following a group of dinosaurs. Narrated by Stephen Fry.
Don't Scare The Hare (BBC1, 5.25pm) Brand new gameshow where families try to win £15,000 without disturbing a hare. Presented by Jason Bradbury. (1/9)
Doctor Who (BBC1, 6pm) Series 6 of the sci-fi adventure drama. Stars Matt Smith, Karen Gillan, Arthur Darvill & Alex Kingston. (1/13)
Doctor Who Confidential (BBC3, 7pm) Behind-the-scenes on the latest Doctor Who episode. (1/13)
Ruth Jones's Easter Treat (BBC2, 9pm) Chat show special with comedy actress Ruth Jones. Guests are Dawn French, Michael Sheen, Tim Minchin & music from Clare Maguire.

EASTER SUNDAY

United (BBC2, 9pm) True life drama about Manchester United's "Busby Babes", who became the youngest football team to win the Football League before a 1958 air crash killed 8 of their squad. Starring David Tennant.
Perspectives: Looking For Lowry (ITV1, 10.15pm) Sir Ian McKellen presents a look into British artist LS Lowry.
The Bee Gees: In Our Own Time (BBC1, 10.25pm) Documentary about the three Gibb brothers, best-known as the chart-topping Bee Gees.

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TV Picks: 11-17 April 2011 ('Britain's Got Talent', 'Graham Norton Show', 'Life Of Riley', 'Paul O'Grady Live', 'Piers Morgan's Life Stories', 'Sing If You Can', etc.)

'Britain's Got Talent' - Saturday, ITV1, 8.20PM

MONDAY 11th

Stargate Universe (Sky1, 8pm) Season 2 of the sci-fi drama continues. Starring Robert Carlyle, David Blue, Elyse Levesque & Justin Louis. (11/20)
A Home For Maisie (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary about two people who have adopted eight children from troubled backgrounds.
The Great Estate: The Rise & Fall Of The Council House (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary about council housing.
The Booth At The End (FX, 11pm) Mystery series originally shown as a webseries, about a strange man in a diner who helps strangers with problems by setting them outlandish tasks. Stars Xander Berkeley. Continues every weeknight.

TUESDAY 12th

Britain's Next Big Thing (BBC2, 8pm) Dragons' Den millionaire Theo Paphitis hosts a new series where he offers people the chance to pitch to the country's leading retailers. (1/7)
Is Breast Best? Cherry Healey Investigates (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary about the pro's and con's of breast-feeding.
Destination Titan (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary about a group of British scientists preparing to send a probe to Saturn's largest moon, Titan.

WEDNESDAY 13th

DIY: SOS - The Big Build (BBC1, 7.30pm) Series 22 of the renovation show. Hosted by Nick Knowles.
Life Of Riley (BBC1, 8.30pm) Series 3 of the sitcom. Starring Caroline Quentin, Neil Dudgeon & Lucinda Dryzek. (1/8)
Petworth House – The Big Spring Clean (BBC4, 8.30pm) Series where Andrew Graham-Dixon investigates the UK's stately homes. (1/6)
The Gatwick Baby: Abandoned At Birth (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary about a 24-year-old man who investigates the circumstances of his own birth, as he was found in a Gatwick Airport toilet as a baby.
If Walls Could Talk: The History Of The Home (BBC4, 9pm) New series exploring the British home over the past 800 years. (1/4)

THURSDAY 14th

The Animal's Guide To Britain (BBC2, 8pm) Chris Packham examine the UK from an animal's point of view, beginning with freshwater creatures. (1/4)
Misbehaving Mums-to-Be (BBC3, 9pm) Series where midwives help expectant mums to give up their bad habits for the sake of their baby's health. (1/6)
Dave's One Night Stand (Dave, 9pm) Series 2 of the standup comedy show, featuring Chris Addison, Craig Campbell & Jo Enright. (1/5)

FRIDAY 15th

Monty Don's Italian Gardens (BBC2, 9pm) Series where the horticulturalist visits the impressive gardens of Italy. (1/4)
Paul O'Grady Live (ITV1, 9pm) Series 2 of the chat show hosted by Paul O'Grady. Guests are Charlotte Church, Rupert Everett, John Cleese & Amanda Holden. (1/11)
The Graham Norton Show (BBC1, 10.35pm) Series 9 of the chat show hosted by Graham Norton. Guests are David Tennant, Catherine Tate & Josh Groban. (1/12)

SATURDAY 16th

Eurovision: Your Country Needs Blue (BBC1, 6.10pm) Documentary special on boy-band Blue's preparations to represent the UK in this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Narrated by Graham Norton.
Sing If You Can (ITV1, 7.20pm) Celebrity karaoke gameshow hosted by Keith Lemon & X Factor finalist Stacey Solomon. Guests are Mikey Graham, Jedward, Darren Gough, Gemma Merna & Ray Quinn.
Britain's Got Talent (ITV1, 8.20pm) Series 5 of the talent contest, with new judges Michael McIntyre & David Hasselhoff joining Amanda Holden. Hosted by Ant n' Dec. (1/13)
Piers Morgan's Life Stories (ITV1, 9.50pm) Series 5 of the interview show hosted by Piers Morgan, whose first guest is Russell Brand.
Britain's Got More Talent (ITV2, 9.50pm) Series 5 of the sister programme hosted by Stephen Mulhern, going behind-the-scenes on Britain's Got Talent.

SUNDAY 17th

The Hotel (Channel 4, 8pm) Documentary about a three-star hotel in the Lake District. (1/8)
The Secrets Of Scott's Hut (BBC2, 8pm) Documentary where Ben Fogle travels to Antarctica to report on a campaign to preserve famous explorer Captain Robert Scott's expedition hut from 1911. Narrated by Kenneth Branagh.

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TV Picks: 4-10 April 2011 ('Campus', 'The Crimson Petal & The White', 'A Different Breed', 'The Kennedys', 'Rubicon', 'The Walking Dead', etc.)

'Rubicon' - Thursday, BBC Four, 9PM

MONDAY 4th

Neighbourhood Blues (BBC1, 9.15am) Series about the Kent police squads who deal with difficult communities. (1/5)
Justice (BBC1, 2.15pm) Drama about a brand new public justice system run by Judge Patrick Coburn. Continues every day until Friday (1/5)
Britain's Best Dish (ITV1, 5pm) Amateur cooks compete win the prize of getting a dish included on the menu at The Savoy. Hosted by Mary Nightingale. (1/44)
Great British Menu (BBC2, 6.30pm) Culinary gameshow. (1/40)
Rooftop Rainforest (Sky1, 8pm) Documentary about wildlife expert Dust Gedge's attempt to make an indoor rainforest. (1/2)
Lambing Live (BBC2, 8pm) Live footage of the lambing season. (1/6)
The Brother The Islamist (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary about a middle-class white boy from Weymouth whose brother became a radical Islamist.

TUESDAY 5th

Countrywise (ITV1, 8pm) Series 3 of the show where historian Bettany Hughes and horticulturist Rachel de Thame explore the UK's countryside. (1/12)
Candy Cabs (BBC1, 9pm) Comedy-drama about two women who launch a taxi cab firm after the death of their friend. Stars Jo Joyner, Lisa Millet, John Henshaw & Melanie Hill. (1/3)
Filthy Cities (BBC2, 9pm) Dan Snow investigates how London was created in the 14th century. (1/3)
Smugglers (ITV1, 9pm) Documentary about modern-day smuggling in Britain. (1/2)
Campus (Channel 4, 10pm) Comedy about the bizarre staff of a struggling university. Starring Andy Nyman, Joseph Millson, Lisa Jackson, Jonathan Bailey, Will Adamsdale, Dolly Wells, Katherine Ryan & Sara Pascoe. (1/6)

WEDNESDAY 6th

A Different Breed (Sky1, 8pm) Documentary about dogs, from the creators of Pineapple Dance Studios. (1/8)
The Crimson Petal & The White (BBC2, 9pm) Victorian drama based on the novel by Michel Faber, about a man who finds solace from his unstable wife by seeking out a prostitute. Starring Romola Garai, Chris O'Dowd, Gillian Anderson, Amanda Hale, Shirley Henderson, Richard E. Grant, James Wilson & Mark Gatiss. (1/4)

THURSDAY 7th

Watchdog (BBC1, 8pm) Series 27 of the consumer affairs series. Presented by Anne Robinson, Matt Allwright & Chris Hollins. (1/8)
Dad's Having A Baby: A Bodyshock Special (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary about a family comprised of two fathers, one of whom is pregnant.
The Kennedys (History Channel, 9pm) US miniseries about John F. Kennedy's rise to the presidency. Starring Greg Kinnear, Tom Wilkinson, Katie Holmes & Barry Pepper. Double-bill. My review. (1/4)
A History Of Celtic Britain (BBC2, 9pm) Neil Oliver explores the origins of Britain. (1/4)
Botox Britain: Your Face In Their Hands (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary about the craze for cosmetic surgery. Presented by Kirsten O'Brien.
Room At The Top (BBC4, 9pm) Adaptation of John Braine's novel about a young working class man from a Yorkshire mill town who tries to better himself. (1/2)
Rubicon (BBC4, 10pm) Drama about a federal intelligence analyst who stumbles upon a conspiracy. Starring James Badge Dale, Miranda Richardson, Arliss Howard, Jessica Collins & Dallas Roberts. (1/13)

FRIDAY 8th

Baboons With Bill Bailey (ITV1, 8pm) The comedian investigates the baboons that live in Cape Town, South Africa.
Have I Got News For You? (BBC1, 9pm) Series 41 of the long-running topical news quiz show. Guest-hosted by Jack Dee, with team captains Ian Hislop & Paul Merton. (1/10)
The Defenders (FX, 10pm) US crime drama. Starring Jerry O'Connell & James Belushi. (1/18)

SATURDAY 9th

Nothing.

SUNDAY 10th

The Walking Dead (Channel 5, 9pm) Terrestrial premiere of the US horror drama about a group of people surviving a zombie uprising. Starring Andrew Lincoln, Sarah Wayne Callies, Jon Bernthal, Laurie Holden, Jeffrey DeMunn & Steven Yeun. (1/6)

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TV Picks: 28 March – 3 April 2011 ('32 Brinkburn Street', 'Bored To Death', 'The Cube', 'Lewis', 'Rhod Gilbert's Work Experience', 'Louis Theroux', 'The Runaway', 'Spiral', etc.)

'Bored To Death' - Monday, Sky Atlantic @ 10.15PM

MONDAY 28th

32 Brinkburn Street (BBC1, 2.15pm) New series following two groups of characters; from 1931 and 2011. Stars Raffey Cassidy, Rebecca Callard, Maggie Steed, Jack Deam & Joe Dixon. Continues daily until Friday. (1/5)
Fern (Channel 4, 5pm) Brand new weekday chat show hosted by Fern Britten. (1/20)
Chilean Miners: What Happened Next? (BBC2, 7pm) Documentary about three of the miners rescued from the Chilean mine disaster, who now deal with global fame and recurring nightmares.
The Dales (ITV1, 8pm) Series where Adrian Edmondson travels around the Yorkshire Dales, visiting picturesque areas and meeting the local people. (1/12)
Neil Morrissey: Care Home Kid (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary where actor Neil Morrissey reminisces on his childhood, where he was parted from his older brother at the age of ten after they were caught stealing. (1/2)
Thailand: Toursim & The Truth – Stacey Dooley Investigates (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary on the Thai island of Phuket, which on the surface looks glamorous but hides a dark side of sex-trafficking and sweatshops.
Bored To Death (Sky Atlantic, 10.15pm) US comedy-drama about an underachieving writer who decides to become a private eye. Stars Jason Schwartzman, Ted Danson, Zach Galifianakis & Olivia Thirlby. (1/8)
Bizarre ER (BBC3, 10.30pm) Series about strange medical treatments and unusual emergencies, such as a man who survived being attacked by 2,000 bees. (1/10)
The Brain: A Secret History (BBC2, 11.20pm) Science series where Michael Mosley investigates the human brain. (1/3)

TUESDAY 29th

Supersize vs Superskinny (Channel 4, 8pm) Series 4 of the programme about people struggling with various eating disorders. (1/8)
Sex & The Sitcom (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary about sex in sitcoms and the British love of sexual innuendo. Featuring Leslie Phillips, David Nobbs, Wendy Craig, Simon Nye & Jonathan Harvey.
See You In Court (BBC1, 10.35pm) Documentary about the emotional and financial toll of libel actions, including an insight into cases involving celebrities. (1/6)

WEDNESDAY 30th

Vacation, Vacation, Vacation (Channel 4, 8pm) Holiday tips from Kirstie Allsopp & Phil Spencer. (1/7)
Superscrimpers: Waste Not Want Not (Channel 4, 8.30pm) Financial advice series hosted by Mrs Moneypenny & Merryn Somerset Webb. (1/6)
Kerry Katona: The Next Chapter (ITV2, 9pm) Fly-on-the-wall series following the former-singer and reality TV star's life.
Kidult - Cuban Punch-Up: The Boys Who Fought For Castro (BBC4, 10pm) Documentary on three boys who underwent eight months of training for Cuba's National Boxing Championship for the under-21s.

THURSDAY 31st

Three In A Bed (Channel 4, 8pm) Series where guest houses compete for the title of best B&B. (1/7)
Martina Cole's The Runaway (Sky1, 9pm) Drama about a young boy and his sweetheart who are separated and both wander down unsavoury paths. Stars Joanna Vanderham, Jack O'Connell, Kierston Warein, Mark Womack, Alan Cumming & Keith Allen. (1/6)
Rhod Gilbert's Work Experience (BBC2, 10pm) Series 2 of the show where the Welsh comedian learns a new trade, beginning with farming. (1/4)

FRIDAY 1st

Fifth Gear (Channel 5, 7.30pm) Series 19 of the motoring magazine series. Hosted by Tiff Needell, Jason Plato & Vicki Butler-Henderson. (1/20)
A Place In The Sun: Home Or Away (Channel 4, 8pm) Return of the holiday property show. (1/10)

SATURDAY 2nd

Live Celebrity Who Wants To Be A Millionaire: Mother's Day Special (ITV1, 8.25pm) Special episode of the quiz show featuring David Walliams, Patsy Palmer, Ollys Murs and their respective mothers. Airing live. Hosted by Chris Tarrant.
Spiral (BBC4, 9pm) Series 3 of the French crime drama. (1/12)

SUNDAY 3rd

The Cube (ITV1, 7pm) Series 3 of the physical challenge game show. Hosted by Philip Schofield. (1/9)
Lewis (ITV1, 8pm) Series 5 of the detective drama. Stars Kevin Whately & Laurence Fox. (1/4)
Police Academy UK (BBC3, 9pm) Series where African police officers arrive in Britain to see how law enforcement works in the UK.
Louis Theroux & America's Most Hated Family In Crisis (BBC2, 9pm) Follow-up documentary, with Louis revisiting the Phelps family he met in 2007; a clan who have become controversial for their anti-gay picketing across the US.
Autism: The Musical (Sky Atlantic, 11.10pm) Emmy-winning documentary about the techniques to help autistic children express themselves.

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TV Picks: 21-27 March 2011 ('Fringe', 'Midsomer Murders', 'Opinionated With Frank Skinner', 'Spartacus: Gods Of The Arena', 'V', 'White Van Man', 'Women In Love', etc.)

'Spartacus: Gods Of The Arena' - Sky1, Monday, 10PM

MONDAY 21st

Everything & Nothing (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on the size, scale and scope of the universe. (1/2)
Spartacus: Gods Of The Arena (Sky1, 10pm) Prequel miniseries to the violent action drama Blood & Sand, telling the earlier story of gladiator trainer Quintus Batiatus. Starring John Hannah, Lucy Lawless, Jaime Murray, Dustin Clare, Manu Bennett, Peter Mensah & Marisa Ramirez. (1/6)

TUESDAY 22nd

Supersize Vs Superskinny Kids (Channel 4, 8pm) Series trying to increase the health of various children who are under or overweight. Presented by Dr Christian Jessen & dietician Usula Philpot. Continues every day until Friday. (1/4)
Katie: My Beautiful Friends (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary about Katie Piper, who was facially scarred in an acid attack two years ago. (1/4)
Katie (Sky Living, 9pm) Fly-on-the-wall reality series following the glamour model's life.
Jade Changed My Life (Sky Living, 10pm) Documentary reflecting on the death of Big Brother star Jade Goody, who died of cervical cancer two years ago.
White Van Man (BBC3, 10.30pm) Sitcom about a handyman. Stars Will Mellor & Georgia Moffet. (1/6)

WEDNESDAY 23rd

Midsomer Murders (ITV1, 8pm) Return of the long-running murder mystery drama, with Neil Dudgeon replacing John Nettles as the lead.
The Truth About Lions (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary on the famous Marsh pride of the Masai Mara in East Africa.
Fringe (Sky1, 10pm) Season 3 of the US sci-fi drama resumes. Stars Anna Torv, Joshua Jackson & John Noble. (10/22)

THURSDAY 24th

Windfarm Wars (BBC2, 7pm) Documentary series about a global windfarm developer who's trying to build a windfarm in Devon.
The Blasters (Channel 5, 8pm) Documentary about a gang of demolition experts.
My Big Fat Fake Wedding (BBC1, 9pm) Panorama Special report about the world of fake marriages. Presented by Richard Bilton.
V (Syfy, 9pm) Season 2 of the US sci-fi drama. Starring Elizabeth Mitchell, Morena Baccarin, Charles Mesure, Joel Gretsch & Laura Vandervoort (1/10)
Women In Love (BBC4, 9pm) Drama adaptation of D.H Lawrence's novels "The Rainbow" and "Women In Love". Stars Rosamund Pike & Rachel Stirling. (1/2)
Russell Howard's Good News (BBC3, 10.30pm) New series of the satirical standup show. (1/8)

FRIDAY 25th

Promises, Promises, The Olympic Legacy (BBC1, 7.30pm) Documentary about the promises being made about the 2012 Olympic Games in London and its legacy for the UK.
Anna Nicole From The Royal Opera House (BBC4, 9pm) Opera based on the life of Playboy model Anna Nicole Smith, who became a media superstar, married an elderly oil tycoon, and died of a drug overdose.
Opinionated With Frank Skinner (BBC2, 10pm) Series 2 of the topical comedy series, where comedian Frank Skinner discusses the week's news with his guests. This opener features Lee Mack & Miranda Hart. (1/6)

SATURDAY 26th

So You Think You Can Dance? (BBC1, 7.10pm) Series 2 of the dance competition. Hosted by Cat Deeley, with judges Nigel Lythgoe, Arlene Phillips, Louise Redknapp & Sisco Gomez. (1/12)
Jean-Claude Van Damme: Behind Closed Doors (ITV4, 8pm) Celebrity diary series following "The Muscles From Brussels" around Europe, as he prepares for a movie. (1/8)
Goldie's Band: By Royal Appointment (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary to find 12 young musicians from around the UK, to perform at Buckingham Palace, in the presence of Prince Harry. (1/3)

SUNDAY 27th

Nothing.

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TV Picks: 14-20 March 2011 ('Bang Goes The Theory', 'Big Red Nose Desert Trek', 'Comic Relief 2011', 'Christopher & His Kind', 'The Event', 'Frankenstein's Wedding... Live In Leeds', 'Twenty Twelve', etc.)

'Comic Relief 2011' - Friday, BBC1, 7PM

MONDAY 14th

Comic Relief Does Glee Club (BBC1, 5.15pm) Weeklong special for charity where glee clubs from across Britain compete to be crowned the best. Continues every day until Friday. (1/5)
Bang Goes The Theory (BBC1, 7.30pm) Series 4 of the science entertainment series. (1/8)
Only Connect Comic Relief Special (BBC4, 8.30pm) Special edition of the highbrow quiz. Hosted by Victoria Coren.
The Secret War On Terror (BBC2, 9pm) Investigation into the gathering of intelligence post-9/11. Hosted by Peter Taylor. (1/2)
Around The World In 60 Minutes (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary peering down on Earth from 200-miles above its surface, from the International Space Station.
The Event (Channel 4, 10pm) Season 1 of the US sci-fi mystery drama continues. Double bill. (11-12/22)
Twenty Twelve (BBC4, 10.30pm) Mockumentary about a team responsible for organizing the 2012 Olympic Games. Stars Hugh Bonneville, Jessica Hynes, Amelia Bullmore, Olivia Colman & Karl Theobald. Narrated by David Tennant. Written by John Morton (People Like Us.) (1/6)

TUESDAY 15th

Bible's Buried Secrets (BBC2, 9pm) Series investigating the truth behind various Bible stories. Presented by Dr Francesca Stavrakopoulou. (1/3)
Lily Allen: From Riches To Rags (Channel 4, 10pm) Reality series following singer Lily Allen and her half-sister Sarah Owen as they try to start a vintage clothing store. (1/3)

WEDNESDAY 16th

Pop's Greatest Dance Crazes (BBC3, 7pm) Countdown of the best 50 dances that have captured the public's imagination. Presented by Robert Webb.
Wars Of The Roses: A Time Team Special (Channel 4, 8pm) Special edition of the archaelogical series, with the team digging at the site of the Battle of Bosworth.
The Secret World Of Whitehall (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on the workings of the Cabinet Office, 10 Downing Street and the Private Office network. (1/3)
Leaving Amish Paradise (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary where a group of people from an Amish community face the modern world.
Kidult: Marathon Boy (BBC4, 10pm) Documentary about the youngest ever marathon runner, a four-year-old boy from an Indian slum.

THURSDAY 17th

The End Of The World? A Horizon Guide To Armageddon (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on how scientists predict the end of the world. Presented by Dallas Campbell.
The Big Red Nose Desert Trek (BBC1, 9pm) Documentary on the recent endurance test for Comic Relief, where nine celebrities walked across Kenya's Kaisut Desert for five days. Featuring Ronni Ancona, Craig David, Lorraine Kelly, Scott Mills, Olly Murs, Dermot O'Leary, Nadia Sawalha, Kara Tointon & Peter White.

FRIDAY 18th

Comic Relief 2011 (BBC1, 7pm) Return of the Red Nose Day event, raising money for the poor of Africa and the UK. Featuring a variety of specials and sketches, including: a bitesized edition of Doctor Who, Comic Relief Does MasterChef, a Downton Abbey spoof with Jennifer Saunders, Peter Kay, James Corden, Michael McIntyre, Claudia Winkleman, Harry Hill, Take That, Ruby Wax, Miranda Hart, Dermot O'Leary, Graham Norton, Davina McCall, Victoria Wood, and many more.

SATURDAY 19th

Frankenstein's Wedding... Live In Leeds (BBC3, 8pm) Musical horror drama based on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, performed live with audience interaction. Stars David Harewood, Lacey Turner, Andrew Gower, Mark Williams & Jemima Rooper.
Christopher & His Kind (BBC2, 9.30pm) Drama about the formative years of author Christopher Isherwood, who escaped the repression of 1930s Britain for the politically-unstable Berlin. Starring Matt Smith, Lindsay Duncan, Imogen Poots, Toby Jones & Douglas Booth.
Christopher Isherwood: A Born Foreigner (BBC4, 11pm) Repeat of the 1969 interview with author Christopher Isherwood, where he discussed his novels, screenplays, religion, and life abroad

SUNDAY 20th

Duran Duran: One Night Only (ITV1, 8.30pm) The 80's pop group perform songs for a live audience. Hosted by Christine Bleakley.
The Only Way Is Essex (ITV2, 10pm) Series 2 of the reality entertainment drama about a group of young people from Essex.

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TV Picks: 7-13 March 2011 ('24 Hour Panel People', 'Hellcats', 'Law & Order UK', 'Monroe', 'Ricky Gervais Show', 'Stand Up For The Week', etc.)

'Monroe' - ITV1, Thursday, 9PM

Every Monday I browse the UK television schedules for the coming week, selecting each day's best new TV shows. Below you'll find the result of that work...

MONDAY 7th

Royal Upstairs Downstairs (BBC2, 6.30pm) Series where antiques expert Tim Wonnacott and chef Rosemary Shrager visit the houses, castles and stately homes beloved of Queen Victoria. (1/20)
Parents Under Pressure (BBC2, 7pm) Sophie Raworth investigates the unruliness of today's children.
Law & Order UK (ITV1, 9pm) Series 4 of the crime drama. Stars Bradley Walsh, Jamie Bamber & Freema Agyeman. (1/6)

TUESDAY 8th

Caroline Quentin: A Passage Through India (ITV1, 9pm) The actress travels through India, starting in Varanasi at the River Ganges. (1/3)
Agony & Ecstacy: A Year With The English Ballet (BBC4, 9pm) Behind-the-scenes of the English National Ballet, as they prepare for a production of Swan Lake at the Royal Albert Hall. (1/3)
The Ricky Gervais Show (E4, 11pm) Season 2 of the comedy where Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington's old podcasts are animated. Repeated on Channel 4 every Thursday at 11.35pm (1/16)
$#*! My Dad Says (5*, 10.30pm) US sitcom based on the popular Twitter feed about a son's relationship with his outspoken father. Stars William Shatner. (1/18)

WEDNESDAY 9th

The Great British Food Revival (BBC2, 8pm) Series where ten well-known chefs try to popularize British food. (1/5)
23 Week Babies: The Price Of Life (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary set in Birmingham's neonatal unit.
Better With You (5*, 10pm) US romantic comedy. Stars Jennifer Finnigan & Josh Cooke (1/17)

THURSDAY 10th

Crufts 2011 (More4, 7pm) Annual prestigious dog show. Presented by Clare Balding & Dougie Anderson. Continues tomorrow. (1/4)
Bang Goes The Winter Weather (BBC1, 8pm) Special hour-long episode of the science entertainment series where the gang build a weather chamber to artificially created clouds, rain and snow.
The British At Work (BBC2, 9pm) Kirsty Young investigates the country's working classes since WWII. (1/4)
Hellcats (MTV, 9pm) Season 1 of the US comedy-drama about high school cheerleaders. Stars Aly Michalka, Ashley Tisdale, Robbie Jones, Heather Hemmens, Matt Barr, Gail O'Grady & Sharon Leal.
Monroe (ITV1, 9pm) Brand new medical drama about a gifted neurosurgeon. Stars James Nesbitt, Sarah Parish, Tom Riley & Susan Lynch. (1/6)

FRIDAY 11th

Comic Relief: Girl On A Wire (BBC1, 7.30pm) Documentary about Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton's attempt to walk between two chimneys of London's Battersea Power Station, on a high-wire, for Comic Relief.
Gardener's World (BBC2, 8.30pm) Return of the long-running gardening series, with Monty Don back as host. (1/28)

SATURDAY 12th

Stand Up For The Week (Channel 4, 11.10pm) Series 2 of the standup comedy show. Hosted by Kevin Bridges with regular performers Andi Osho, Jack Whitehall, Rich Hall & Jon Richardson. This week's guest comedian is Micky Flanagan. (1/10)

SUNDAY 13th

Waking The Dead (BBC1, 9pm) Series 9 of the crime drama. Stars Trevor Eve, Sue Johnston & Tara Fitzgerald. (1/10)
24 Hour Panel People (BBC3, 10pm) Highlights of David Walliams' 24-hour panel show marathon for Comic Relief on 5-6 March, where he participated in a non-stop array of comedy panel shows, including The Generation Game, Just A Minute, Blankety Blank, Through The Keyhole, They Think It's All Over, Room 101, Celebrity Juice, QI, Room 101, Call My Bluff, and Whose Line Is It Anyway. Guests participating included Jack Dee, Stephen Fry, Miranda Hart, Jason Manford, David Mitchell, Dara O Briain, Paul O'Grady, Sue Perkins, Jo Brand, Jimmy Carr, Lee Mack, Charlie Brooker & Jedward. Continues daily until Thursday 17 March. (1/5)

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TV Picks: 28 February – 6 March 2011 ('A League Of Their Own', 'Glory Daze', 'Jamie's Dream School', 'Love Thy Neighbour', 'Wonders Of The Universe', etc.)

'Wonders Of The Universe' - BBC2/HD, Sunday, 9PM

Every Monday I browse the UK television schedules for the coming week, selecting each day's best new TV shows. Below you'll find the result of that work...

MONDAY 28th

How To Live With Women (BBC3, 9pm) A group of lazy boyfriends are educated in basic domesticity, to please their girlfriends. (1/4)
The Story Of Variety with Michael Grade (BBC4, 9pm) Michael Grade presents a guide to variety performances, featuring interviews with Bruce Forsyth, Ken Dodd, Roy Hudd, Barry Cryer, and many more. (1/2)
Great British Hairdresser (E4, 10pm) Reality series where celebrity hairdresser James Brown, model Abbey Clancy and Glamour magazine editor Jo Elvin search for the UK's top stylist. (1/10)

TUESDAY 1st

Horizon: Are We Still Evolving? (BBC2, 9pm) Alice Roberts investigates the theory that mankind's advances in technology mean we've broken free of natural evolution.
The Listener (FX, 9pm) Season 2 of the US crime drama.
Neighbourhood Watched (BBC1, 10.35pm) Series 2 of the show that follows a group of housing officers and their dealings with various tenants. (1/4)

WEDNESDAY 2nd

Jamie's Dream School (Channel 4, 9pm) Jamie Oliver recruits celebrity experts to become teachers of a school and convince 20 slacker students to give education a chance. Featuring Robert Winston, David Starkey, Rolf Harris, Alastair Campbell, Dominic West, Simon Callow, Jazzie B & Daley Thompson. (1/7)
OMG! With Peaches Geldof (ITV2, 9pm) Peaches Geldof is joined by Radio 1's Aled Haydn Jones and therapist Emma Kenny for a lighthearted mix of chat and advice. (1/6)

THURSDAY 3rd

Hardliners (Dave, 8pm) Series following the adventures of Australian anglers.
Comic Relief: Famous, Rich & In The Slums (BBC1, 9pm) A group of celebrities spend a week in a Kenyan slum. Stars Lenny Henry, Samantha Womack, Reggie Yates & Angela Rippon. (1/2)
Love Thy Neighbour (Channel 4, 9pm) 12 families compete to win a dream life in the countryside, with the villagers of their potential new residence having the final say. (1/8)
Working Girls (BBC3, 9pm) Lazy women are partnered with businesswomen for 8 days, in an effort to inspire them to greater things. (1/4)
Glory Daze (E4, 9pm) Drama about four university freshman in the '80s. Stars Joel Harrington, Eli Feldman, Brian Sommers & Jason Wilson. (1/10)

FRIDAY 4th

A League Of Their Own (Sky1, 9.30pm) Series 3 of the sports comedy panel show. Hosted by James Corden, with team captains Freddie Flintoff & Jamie Redknapp, regulars John Bishop & Georgie Thompson, and guests Jimmy Carr & Phil Taylor. (1/9)

SATURDAY 5th

Nothing.

SUNDAY 6th

Civilization: Is The West History? (Channel 4, 8pm) Historian Niall Ferguson ponders the idea that the West's global dominance is reaching an end, by first charting its rise. (1/6)
Wonders Of The Universe (BBC2, 9pm) Documentary series where Professor Brian Cox guides us through some of the most spectacular sights of the universe. (1/4)
Country House Rescue (Channel 4, 9pm) Series about the renovation of various buildings. (1/13)

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TV Picks: 21-27 February 2011 ('Friday Night Dinner', 'Heston's Mission Impossible', 'Mrs Brown's Boys', 'Ross Kemp's Extreme World', 'Silk', etc.)

MONDAY 21st

My Life In Books (BBC2, 6.30pm) Chat show focusing on celebrities' love of books. Guests are author PD James and presenter Richard Bacon. Hosted by Anne Robinson.
Raymond Blanc's Kitchen Secrets (BBC2, 8.30pm) Return of the fly-on-the-wall documentary with the famous chef at his Oxfordshire home.
When Teenage Meets Old Age (BBC2, 9pm) Four-part series where young people become carers at a retirement home.
When God Spoke English: The Making Of The King James Bible (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary about how The Bible was first translated from Latin into English.
Ross Kemp's Extreme World (Sky1, 9pm) Five-part documentary where Ross Kemp visits various dangerous places around the world, starting with Chicago.
The Chris Rock Show (Sky Atlantic, 10.30pm) Chat show hosted by comedian Chris Rock. Guests are OJ Simpson, Sean Combs & Michael Jackson.
Mrs Brown's Boys (BBC1, 10.35pm) Comedy about an overbearing Irish mother. Stars Brendan O'Caroll.

TUESDAY 22nd

Silk (BBC1, 9pm) Six-part legal drama. Stars Rupert Penry-Jones & Maxine Peake.
Heston's Mission Impossible (Channel 4, 9pm) Chef Heston Blumenthal tries to help some of the UK's biggest food brands revolutionize their food production.
Junior Doctors: Your Life In Their Hands (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary on seven doctors who have just qualified.

WEDNESDAY 23rd

The Real King's Speech (Channel 4, 9pm) Documentary about King George VI's struggle with his stammer.
The Model Agency (Channel 4, 10pm) Reality show going behind-the-scenes of Premier Model Management.

THURSDAY 24th

A Dangerous Place To Meet My Family (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary about a 21-year-old boy born in Sheffield who travels to Yemen to meet his Muslim family.

FRIDAY 25th

The Hidden Treasures Of Art (BBC2, 9pm) Series where Griff Rhys Jones discovers little-known art treasures from around the world.
Benidorm (ITV1, 9pm) Series 4 of the comedy-drama.
Friday Night Dinner (Channel 4, 10pm) Six-part comedy about two twentysomething brothers who still have Friday night dinner with their parents. Stars Simon Bird, Tamsin Greig, Paul Ritter & Tom Rosenthal.

SATURDAY 26th

Nothing.

SUNDAY 27th

Umm, zilch – right?

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TV Picks: 7-13 February 2011 ('BAFTA', 'Bedlam', 'Cougar Town', 'Madagascar: Island Of Marvels', 'Mad Dogs', 'Outcasts', 'Under Pressure', 'Weeds', etc.)

MONDAY 7th

One Man & His Campervan (BBC2, 6.30pm) Series where Martin Dorey travels around the UK in his 1970s campervan, meeting various people and taking in the sights.
The Beauty Of Books (BBC4, 8.30pm) Series aiming to promote the brilliance of books, using interviews, illustrations and anecdotes.
Outcasts (BBC1, 9pm) Sci-fi drama about a community living on an alien world. Stars Liam Cunningham, Hermione Norris, Daniel Mays, Amy Mason & Jamie Bamber. Continues on Tuesday, then every Monday.
Royal Navy: Caribbean Patrol (Channel 5, 9pm) Documentary series following HMS Manchester on a seven-month tour to thwart Caribbean smugglers.
Young, Jobless & Living At Home (BBC3, 9pm) Documentary on young people who struggle to get work and leave home after secondary school. Presented by Radio 1 DJ Greg James.
The Birth Of The British Novel (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary looking at the pioneering 18th-century novels from Britain. Presented by author Henry Hitchings.
Bedlam (Sky Living, 10pm) Six-part supernatural drama. Stars Theo James, Hugo Speer, Will Young, Ashley Madekwe & Charlotte Salt.
Weeds (Sky Atlantic, 10.15pm) Season 4 of the US drama.

TUESDAY 8th

Lion Country (ITV1, 8pm) Series 2 of the wildlife show where conservationist David Youldon tries to protect African lions.
The Inside Story (Five, 8pm) Documentary on the unsung workers that keep the country's airports operational.
Cougar Town (Sky Living, 8pm) Season 2 of the US drama. Stars Courteney Cox & Bijou Phillips.
The Chinese Are Coming (BBC2, 9pm) Two-part documentary speculating on what the global impact of China overtaking America as the #1 global superpower would be.
Bridal Plasty (Sky Living, 10pm) Series where 12 brides-to-be compete for the chance to win cosmetic surgery and their dream wedding.
Come Fly On The Wall (BBC1, 10.35pm) Behind-the-scenes documentary on the airport mockumentary from Matt Lucas & David Walliams.
Bob's Burgers (E4, 10.35pm) US animated comedy.
The Big C (Channel 4, 11.05pm) Season 1 of the US drama about a suburban wife who learns she has cancer. Starring Laura Linney. Repeat of last Thursday's premiere on More4.

WEDNESDAY 9th

Madagascar: Island Of Marvels (BBC2, 8pm) Wildlife documentary on the African island. Hosted by Sir David Attenborough.
Forgotten Heroes (BBC1, 9pm) Documentary on military veterans who find it difficult to get work and housing once their careers are over.
I Was There... When The Beatles Played The Cavern Club (ITV1, 10.35pm) Documentary on the famous Liverpool band, marking the 50th anniversary of their legendary performance at the city's Cavern Club.

THURSDAY 10th

The Hairy Bikers: Mum Knows Best (BBC2, 8pm) Series 2 of the culinary series focusing on home cooking.
Mad Dogs (Sky1, 9pm) Four-part drama about four male friends suffering through a nightmare holiday. Stars John Simm, Philip Glenister, Marc Warren & Max Beesley.
Fig Leaf: The Biggest Cover-up In History (BBC4, 9pm) Documentary on the iconic fig leaf, which has protected male nudity for over 2,000 years.
Under Pressure (ITV2, 9pm) New series where celebrities get the chance to realize an ambition. This premiere focuses on presenter Konnie Huq, who always wanted to be a rapper.
Celebrity Juice (ITV2, 10pm) Return of the comedy panel show. Hosted by Keith Lemon (comedian Leigh Francis), with regulars Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton & Rufus Hound. Guests include Jedward & David Hasselhoff.
30 Rock (Comedy Central, 10.30pm) Season 5 of the US comedy. Stars Tina Fey & Alex Baldwin.

FRIDAY 11th

Father Ray Comes Out (Channel 4, 7.30pm) Documentary about an Anglican vicar telling his congregation he's gay.

SATURDAY 12th

Ant & Dec's Push The Button (ITV1, 6.20pm) Return of the gameshow.
Nefertiti & The Lost Dynasty (More4, 10pm) Documentary about a team of archaelogists using modern technology to examine the remains of the famous Egyptian queen.
Getting On (BBC4, 11.25pm) Hospital-set comedy-drama. Stars Jo Brand.

SUNDAY 13th

British Film & Television Awards 2011 (BBC1, 9pm) Annual movie awards ceremony. Hosted by Jonathan Ross.
Toughest Place To Be A Paramedic (BBC2, 9pm) Three-part documentary where British workers ply their trade in demanding locations around the world.

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