U.S. TRAVELOGUE

James Martin’s American Adventure, 8pm, STV

APPROPRIATELY suited, booted and hatted, James Martin arrives in Dallas, where he enjoys local food at the Texas State Fair. His visit wouldn’t be complete without a tour of Southfork ranch, home to the Ewings in the Dallas TV series — he even gets to cook in the grounds of J.R.’s family home.

PUZZLING SHOW The Crystal Maze, 8pm, Ch4

RICHARD AYOADE (pictured) leads the Holmes family around the Maze, as they try to win precious crystals without having a major falling out.

PLANT NATION Gardeners’ World, 9pm, BBC2

WHILE many of us have been enjoying one of the driest summers in living memory, it’s not been ideal for gardens; step forward Monty Don, with some timely advice on helping flowers, vegetables, fruit and container plants to cope with drought conditions. Plus, Joe Swift visits a serene garden with tranquillity at its heart.

FAMILY SHOW Jane McDonald & Friends, 9pm, Ch5

THIS week, the Wakefield warbler is joined by actor Tom Chambers, who, ten years ago, won the sixth series of Strictly Come Dancing with Camilla Dallerup — the duo’s fabulous show dance has gone down in Strictly history. Other guests include fellow Strictly finalist Alexandra Burke and former Coronation Street and Emmerdale actress Hayley Tamaddon (pictured left, having a good sing-along with Jane).