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Every summer, thousands of Atlantic puffins congregate on Skomer Island to breed. Over the course of a summer, we follow their adventures on this enchanting island.
Castles: Britain's Fortified History
Episode 1: Instruments of Invasion
59 minutes on BBC Four
Available for 3 months
Sam Willis shows how the castle arrived as an instrument of invasion with the Normans but became a weapon with which unruly barons challenged the Crown. Show more
Michael Palin and his film crew continue their journey, moving through India to Madras before heading off to Singapore. Show more
While her team follow the money trail in Ireland, Emer and Christian discover the real identity of the bombers. Show more
Emer and Christian face a desperate race against time to stop the final bombing and uncover who was really behind the terrorist campaign. In English and Flemish with English subtitles.
Michael Parkinson recalls a rare interview with the brilliant film-maker and actor Orson Welles.
Series exploring the history of Africa. This episode looks at the tremendous changes that took place across the continent between the 15th and 18th centuries. Show more
Series exploring the history of Africa. The final episode reviews the 19th century, when a fierce competition for resources and trade led to conflicts. Show more
Michael Palin and his film crew continue their journey, moving through India to Madras before heading off to Singapore. Show more
Castles: Britain's Fortified History
Episode 1: Instruments of Invasion
59 minutes on BBC Four
Available for 3 months
Sam Willis shows how the castle arrived as an instrument of invasion with the Normans but became a weapon with which unruly barons challenged the Crown. Show more
This is BBC Four. Programmes start at 7.00pm.