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In this series, Rick Stein reveals the Cornwall that he knows and loves, championing the food, history, music, art and culture of the county many locals argue should be a country in its own right.

In Scotland's Sacred Islands with Ben Fogle, the award-winning broadcaster, author and adventurer embarks on a very personal pilgrimage, travelling across some of Scotland's islands, meeting the people whose spirituality connects them deeply to where they live. Over four episodes, Ben explores the beating heart of community and spirituality from Tiree to Taransay, Iona to Harris, South Uist to the Shetlands Isles, and along the way, discovers what makes each island unique.

Embark on a breathtaking journey along the Amazon, Mississippi and Nile rivers. Meet incredible wildlife and the people who call these great rivers home. From the lush Amazon rainforest to the bustling cities along the Mississippi, explore the diverse landscapes and cultures of Earth's Great Rivers.

Intimate exploration of Black women, beauty, and identity through the distinctive lens of Black hair.

Join Chris Tarrant on a journey through some of the world's most picturesque railways. From ancient routes to modern marvels, this series explores it all. Experience the stunning landscapes and fascinating cultures that these railways have to offer, as Chris Tarrant takes you on an adventure of a lifetime.

Beyond Belief is a three-part magic special that combines jaw-dropping magic with the story of Dynamo's road to recovery after the career threatening onslaught of chronic arthritis. Throughout the three episodes, stunning moments of magic are intertwined with Dynamo's brutally honest back story. The gripping series slowly reveals Dynamo's journey from the start of his illness, through to the height of his hospitalisation where he created over 200 new magic ideas sketched from his hospital bed, and finally to his return to health. From the neon lights of Tokyo to the Day of the Dead festival in San Miguel De Allende, Dynamo visits extraordinary and dramatic places all over the world. He performs a spine tingling encounter with a Geisha in one of Tokyo's royal tea rooms, makes vodka shots turn to ice in the heart of Moscow's underworld and embarks on a daring adventure in one of Mexico's notorious Barrios.

With a century-old Bradshaw's Handbook Of Indian, Foreign And Colonial Travel tucked under his arm, Michael Portillo will embark on a brand new railway adventure through a land of majestic mountains, scorching desert and plains watered by holy rivers. Published at the height of the British Raj in 1913, Michael's guidebook will steer him towards ornate palaces and golden temples. He will meet Maharajas and Mughals and ride some of the world's most exhilarating trains. Along the way, Michael will discover how imperial railways designed by British engineers inadvertently spread ideas of independence among hundreds of millions of Indians, who today live in the world's largest democracy.

Stacey investigates social issues in the USA.

Fed up with his wife's distancing from him, Hadi goes on a business trip to Turkey where he meets a special woman, an encounter that changes his life forever.

The historian and classicist explores Greece from the time of the Ancients up to the present day.

Josh Gates travels to Dubai to experience everything the city has to offer from sunset to sunrise. Whether he's feeding sharks, riding shotgun with a VIP concierge service or catching a falcon from a hot air balloon, it's all in a night's work for Josh in the crown jewel of the Middle East.

Director Larry Charles travels around the world to find comedy in unlikeliest of places. From the U.S., Iraq, and Nigeria to Somalia and Saudi Arabia, we discover the rich comedy cultures thriving in dangerous places around the world and the people keeping it alive despite difficult circumstances. We see how people use comedy and laughter to overcome some of the most difficult circumstances and issues in unexpected places around the world.

Frankie sets off on a stand-up tour of Scotland. On four trips to four gigs, he meets a heady mix of people and places, filtering his nation's past and present through his unique mind.

Hailey Gates explores global fashion and issues the industry often ignores, showing us what the world wears, and why.

Join Tony Robinson on a journey of a lifetime as he travels tens of thousands of miles around the world by train. Experience stunning landscapes and cultures that will take your breath away. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the rugged terrain of South America, Tony's travels showcase the beauty and diversity of our planet. Get ready for an adventure you'll never forget!

Anthropologist Prof. Alice Roberts and archaeologist Neil Oliver go in search of the Celts - one of the world's most mysterious ancient people. In Britain and Ireland, we are never far from our Celtic past but in this series Neil and Alice travel much further afield, discovering the origins and beliefs of these Iron Age people in artifacts and human remains right across Europe, from Turkey to Portugal.

Beginning in Afghanistan and trekking 1700 gruelling miles across the roof of the world, Levison will be travelling through some of the most remote, beautiful, and perilous places on earth, teaming up with local guides and meeting soldiers, monks and nomadic tribes as he tries to complete his challenge.

After a lifetime of travels that have taken her across the globe, Joanna Lumley is making her most personal journey yet. Over three episodes, she'll travel from the Yorkshire Dales to St Michael's Mount, from the Highlands of Scotland to the cobbles of Coronation Street, retracing old steps, meeting inspiring people, and exploring the wonders of the country she calls home.

In this new spiritual adventure series, renowned author and religious scholar Reza Aslan immerses himself in the world's most fascinating faith-based groups to experience life as a true believer.

Intrepid Brits restore empty and unloved settlements heading steadily for collapse, as they breathe new life into remote villages, hamlets, borgos and cortijos abroad

With cities becoming more crowded, and our lives very stressful, Kevin McCloud attempts to discover whether a simpler life out in the wild could make us happier. He travels to different remote destination to see how others have built their lives and dwellings against the odds.

Paul Hollywood goes on a culinary and cultural road trip across Japan, exploring the extraordinary country through its food and unique eating experiences.

Writer and comedian Sara Pascoe is learning how to do the world's most endangered jobs, from ice-carving in Finland to climbing trees to making sweets in Cuba.

Michael Palin attempts to re-create the journey of the fictional character of Phileas Fogg (from the Jules Verne novel after which the series is named) who circumnavigates the globe (without flying) in 80 days.

Kevin McCloud returns with Grand Designs Abroad. This time the stakes are higher, the risks are multiplied, and the ambition - to build your dream home in the perfect location in Europe - is greater than ever before.