FOUR OF THE BEST

Secrets of the Imperial War Museum Channel 5, 7pm

For the first time, the Imperial War Museum has allowed cameras behind the scenes at a critical moment in their history as they unveil ambitious new £30 million galleries. In London, we’re aboard the 83-year-old warship, HMS Belfast as the Imperial War Museum expert team races to get her ready for reopening. We follow conservation manager, Andy Curran, as he struggles to crane a historic fast motor launch over the side of the ship onto a floating crane to be transported away for restoration.

The Wild Gardener BBC2, 8pm

Episode two takes us through his second year when Colin Staffordjohnson begins to reap the rewards of his labours. Working through the winter, he reflects on his journey so far and plans the busy spring and summer months ahead. With most of the heavy lifting done, Colin will now use a gentle hand to maintain the garden as he tries to lure back as many wild creatures as possible.

Womanhood BBC2, 9pm

It’s more than 50 years since the landmark Equal Pay Act and the Women’s Liberation movement promised change. But is life really better for women today? The fact that the overall median gender pay gap still stands at around 17 per cent suggests not. Here, six well-known women from different age ranges and backgrounds – broadcaster Kirsty Wark is joined by Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas, blogger and influencer Chidera Eggerue, businesswoman Jacqueline Gold, 1980s popstar Sinitta Malone and stand-up comedian Suzi Ruffell – come together in Leeds to investigate the role of women in society. They share their own personal experiences and meet people who challenge their views on consent, coercive control, cosmetic surgery, women’s safety on the streets, the trans discussion, sex work and childcare.

The Graham Norton Show BBC1, 10.35pm

Will Smith, who is currently playing Venus and Serena Williams’ father in King Richard, talks about his new autobiography, which chronicles his West Philadelphia upbringing, his success in Hollywood, and his family life with wife and fellow actor, Jada Pinkett, and their children. Plus, House of Games host and writer Richard Osman discusses his latest novel, The Man Who Died Twice, and Lin-manuel Miranda, creator of the smash-hit Hamilton, talks about directing new musical drama Tick, Tick, Boom! Yola provides the music.