TV Planner
Saturday April 27 Bettany Hughes’ Treasures Of The World, Channel 4
In Bulgaria, Professor Bettany Hughes explores a 6,000-year-old gold treasure hoard, uncovering the lives of the people who forged one of Europe’s earliest cultures. In the valley of the Thracian kings, she enters a tomb with vibrant frescos still intact.
Guinness Women’s Six Nations, RTÉ2
Daire O’brien is joined by Hannah Tyrrell, Lynne Cantwell and Paula Fitzpatrick for live coverage of Ireland v Scotland from Kingspan Stadium, Belfast. KO 2.30pm. Followed by URC Live, with Dragons v Connacht from Rodney Parade. KO 8.00pm.
ABBA: 50 Years Of Pop, Channel 4
Fifty years ago, Swedish pop supergroup ABBA won the Eurovision Song Contest with ‘ Waterloo’, performing at Brighton Dome in the UK. It was the ‘big bang’ moment when ABBA exploded into the world.
Sunday April 28 Ireland’s Hidden Treasures, RTÉ One
In the National Museum, curator Siobhán Doyle is on a mission to restore a 19th-century ceramic piece while at the Cork Public Museum, curator Dan Breen unveils the HoytenRutter photo album, o ering a glimpse into Cork in the early 1900s.
Keys To My Life, RTÉ One
In this episode of the series in which well-known people get a look around places they once lived in, courtesy of Brendan Courtney, Foster & Allen singer Tony Allen recounts his journey from farm beginnings to stardom, re ecting on the highs and lows of his remarkable career.
Transatlantic Sessions, TG4
Julie Fowlis and Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh present highlights from two decades of the legendary music show. This episode includes music from Declan O’rourke, Joan Osborne and Eddi Reader. Karan Casey and James Taylor sing ‘ The King’s Shilling’.
Monday April 29 The Cleaning Lady, Sky Witness & NOW
Thony enlists Arman’s help to get to Mexico for Luca’s transplant, but plans go o course when Hayak nds out Arman is lying to him. Thony nds herself in a desperate situation, forcing her to call upon both the former doctor and the newfound “gangsta” in herself.
Meet the Richardsons, Dave
Season ve of the award-winning sitcom starring real-life married couple Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont. Jon goes into business with old friend Adrian Chiles in a bid to save grassroots football from Hollywood A-listers. Meanwhile, Lucy struggles to keep up with new neighbour Kimberly Wyatt.
Miriam: Death Of A Reality Star, Channel 4
In the summer of 2003, six male contestants applied to be part of a new Sky One dating series promising the sexual adventure of a lifetime. What they didn’t know was that the star – a model called Miriam Rivera –was a transgender woman.
Tuesday April 30
NEW SERIES World’s First Battlefield,
Sky History & NOW
In the Tollense valley, northern Germany, a chance nd by an amateur archaeologist has led to one of the most astonishing discoveries of this century. Preserved beneath the surface, many thousands of bones, skulls and weapons date from 1,300 BC.
Super Garden, RTÉ One
Dijana Kalic originally from Croatia, designs a garden for Michael and his two sons Joshua and Daniel. Michael lost his wife Breda ve years ago and he would like to have a space that he can remember her in the garden as well as it being a space for entertaining family and friends.
Aldi’s Next Big Thing, Channel 4
It’s a battle of six nations at Aldi HQ, with products including a Filipino ketchup made from bananas; some Nigerian pu pu – ‘like donuts, but better’ – and a soul food ‘love dust’ guaranteed to bring some ery heat to the kitchen. Representing Türkiye is a DIY kebab marinade.
Wednesday May 1 Ar Iarraidh, TG4
On February 13, 1997, Ciara Breen disappeared from her home in Bachelors Walk, Dundalk. She was never seen again. A local man was later named as the main suspect in her disappearance. Only years later, in 2015, did a search take place in an area called Balmer’s Bog. This programme asks what happened to Ciara?
Hold the Front Page, Sky Showcase & NOW
Beautiful Cumbria has more than meets the eye. Unusual traditions, local legends and a mythical “beast” are all huge hits in the local press. Can Josh and Nish uncover the truth behind some seriously unexpected stories? They launch an investigation into the mysterious Beast of Cumbria.
Mammoth, BBC Two
Following the death of his old friend – and pub landlord – Barry, Mammoth decides it’s time to nd someone special to spend the rest of his life with. He soon nds out that it’s hard to date in the modern world so he has to quickly learn the contemporary dos and don’ts.
Thursday May 2 Home Rescue: The Big Fix, RTÉ2
Ger and Josephine Nihill live in the rural heartland of Tulla in Co Clare with their grown-up children Johnny and Bridget. Despite the space freed up since their four other children moved out, the house is less functional as a family home than it ever was. Ger’s mobility is restricted so helping him get upstairs for the rst time in 15 years is key.
Fíorscéal, TG4
Born of desperation, a caravan of migrants left Honduras in October 2018 with the goal of walking to the US border with Mexico. Donald Trump repudiated these migrants as they travelled north through Central America. He declared that they were drug dealers, criminals and Islamic terrorists.
Murdoch Mysteries, Alibi
Canadian crime drama set in the early 1900s. There’s a guest appearance by Booker prize winning author Margaret Attwood ( The Handmaid’s Tale) as Loren Quinnell. Watts is approached by Dr Aldous Hardy, a treasure hunter seeking a trove of pilfered Incan gold.
Friday May 3 Tracks and Trails, RTÉ One
This time, we travel to Co Kilkenny with Dr Ruth Freeman. Ruth starts with a 10km stroll which meanders along the Nore from Kilkenny city to Bennetsbridge. Although the route starts right in the centre of the city in the shadow of Kilkenny Castle, it doesn’t take long for Ruth to be in the quiet of a riverbank trail surrounded by nature.
Late Night Lycett, Channel 4
Comic Joe Lycett’s comedy series continues, bringing a live night of mischief, mayhem and fun to his hometown of Birmingham. Expect celebrities, local heroes and of course, Joe’s favourite aunties.
Have I Got News for You, BBC One
A guest host with panellists journalist Lyse Doucet and comedian Chloe Petts joining regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they answer questions based on the latest news with a comic twist.