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This is a ten minute animation series for pre-school children set in a tiny land of elves, fairies, small animals and insects. These characters are so small that to them flowers and blades of grass seem like mighty trees. Each episode combines situations that will be familiar to small children (including playing games, snowy days, holidays, birthdays, bathtime) with the magical elements that are part of everyday life for fairies and elves. The stories revolve around the daily lives of Holly, a tiny five-year-old fairy princess and her best friend Ben, an elf of the same age. Because Holly is a young fairy she is still learning how to do magic properly and her spells often don't work out quite as planned. She also has quite a bit to learn about flying and mostly flutters close to the ground. Ben is a young elf. Elves can't do magic and they don't have wings. But elves are very brave, can run fast and are very good at making things - especially toys. Ben is extremely proud of being elf.

This series travels the length and breadth of Britain to find out how the Victorians built Britain. It uncovers the incredible and surprising stories behind iconic landmarks; discovers the hidden heroes behind the epic constructions; and finds out how the incredible advances made by the Victorians forged the world we live in today.

Join us on a thrilling journey through time as we uncover the secrets of British history. Watch as expert archaeologists reveal fascinating periods through unfolding digs. From the Roman invasion to the Viking era and beyond, we'll explore the mysteries of ancient Britain. You won't want to miss a single episode of Digging Up Britain's Past!

Get an inside look at the world of adult occupations in this revealing series. From exotic dancers to sex toy designers, nothing is off-limits. Explore the fascinating and often misunderstood world of adult professions. See the challenges, triumphs, and unique perspectives of those who work in this industry.

Following the dramatic work of recovery crews as they trace, track and tow vehicles driven illegally on Britain's roads. With access to two recovery companies, featuring the action from the moment they are called in, to the trucks arriving on scene.

A look at the country's most impressive motorhomes, beginning with Charlotte and David's. They share a passion for travel and now are having their own overlander built, an off-road motorhome that can deal with any terrain. Plus, a look at The Icon, built by Formula One champion Jacques Villeneuve, which rents out for £4,000 a night.

Documentary following joint police and paramedic fast response units, with both emergency services travelling together in one high-performance vehicle.

Documentary going behind the scenes of the elite regiments of the British Army's Household Division in one of the busiest years in its 350-year history.

Every day there seems to be another plane disaster. Turbulence killing passengers. Aircraft doors blown off mid flight. Drunken passengers. Mechanical failure. Attempted hijacks. Terror.In this series we air stories of the most dramatic, jaw-dropping and terrifying airline disasters and aviation incidents ever - all told by the people who were there. Using dramatic reconstruction, special effects and first-hand testimony, Channel 5 takes viewers into the cabin and the cockpit as passengers and crew experience the worst flights of their lives.

The origins of traditions used by the Royal Family.

Joanna is a mother who moves to a quiet town with her young son looking for a fresh start. But she soon finds herself in an unsettling dynamic when she becomes entangled with a group of local mothers.

Join Robson Green, experienced fly-fisherman and actor, as he travels the globe in search of the most challenging and elusive fish in the sea. From the crystal-clear waters of New Zealand to the treacherous rapids of Canada, Extreme Fishing with Robson Green takes you on a thrilling adventure that will leave you hooked.

Through an original cinematic blend of potent documentary footage and dramatic re-enactments, each half-hour episode focuses on one unforgettable case, featuring the actual detectives and forensic scientists who worked on it. Murder, assault, robbery, hijacking, bombing and arson - the stories go behind the headlines to reveal the amazing technologies, clever techniques and penetrating insights that help solve these crimes.

London is getting bigger - and its 150-year-old underground network has to keep up. This eight-part series meets the staff working to make that happen, including station supervisor Tony, who this week unveils a controversial solution to an escalator overcrowding problem at Holborn. Line service controller Charlotte reveals the incredibly precise timing that keeps the Piccadilly line running, and an Arsenal home game causes chaos at Highbury & Islington station when fans and commuters collide at rush hour. A fascinating look at the effort, energy and composure required to run something the capital takes for granted.

Documentary series in which Britain's armed police speak openly about the operations they remember most and decisions they made.

Join Tony Robinson on a journey through time and discover the fascinating history, culture, and people of the iconic Thames River. From its ancient beginnings to its modern-day significance, explore the impact of Britain's greatest river on the world. Don't miss this captivating series!

Three self-confessed good girls and their partners look for creative ways to improve their sex lives. Over the course of six weeks, each couple will attempt 18 kinky sex challenges they have never tried before, from food play and dressing up to vibrators and handcuffs, to see if they will be inspired.

Cameras follow events at two West Country holiday camps - Tencreek in Looe, Cornwall, and Holiday Resort Unity near Weston-super-Mare.

Susan Calman's Grand Week by the Sea is a joyous stripped event, filmed across five nights and airing at the start of a summer which will see many more of us holidaying closer to home. Across the week, Susan's journey takes her to a different well-known resort every day as she enjoys all the fun of the seaside, with a few celebrity guests along to help her out

Husband and wife comedians Paul Merton and Suki Webster embrace Britain's booming motorhoming scene, seeking out the UK's most famous sights and hidden gems. Plus, tips from enthusiasts and volunteers test camping equipment.

Nick travels by rail through the extraordinary Andes Mountains to Machu Picchu, Peru.

This is a news program based on Big Brother. Past Big Brother contestants appear on this show.

A documentary series in which forensic pathologist Dr Richard Shepherd takes a look at different celebrity deaths.

Twenty men and women from every conceivable walk of life in modern Britain, are about to find out - the hard way. They have agreed to give up everything - possessions, technology, their home, creature comforts, ready meals, water on tap and their privacy - all to live in the wilderness as a Stone Age community.

Granted special access to the secret workings of the Tube, and with the aid of the London Underground staff who know it best, engineer Rob Bell discovers the fascinating hidden history of how London's iconic metro was built.