Sir Chris Hoy reveals how he went from a cycling club in Edinburgh to becoming Britain's greatest ever Olympian, comparing his experiences with others including Sir Steve Redgrave. Show more
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Documentary. A remarkable travel guide compiled from first-hand records of Tudor seafarers in the 16th century. Show more
The story of the remarkable events, power relationships and secret deals done half a century ago to secure Britain's very first submarine-launched nuclear missiles. Show more
Series in which Sam Willis reveals stories of invasion in Britain, including the Barbary Corsaire pirates and the tale of King Louis the Lion, who invaded in the 13th century. Show more
1 hour
Documentary telling the story of Erskine, a hospital set up 100 years ago to care for Scotland's injured and limbless soldiers returning from the trenches. Show more
Open For Summer
15/07/2019
29 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One Northern IrelandLatest broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland HD
As Portrush gears up for The Open Championship, Colin Murray and Holly Hamilton have packed their suitcases and are off to celebrate everything going on in the seaside town. Show more
Open For Summer
19/07/2019
29 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland
Colin Murray and Holly Hamilton have pitched up in Portrush to showcase some of the wonderful stories and people who have been enjoying the North Coast.
Open For Summer
16/07/2019
29 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland
Live from stunning Portrush, presenters Colin Murray and Holly Hamilton are joined by guests for fun at one of our favourite seaside destinations on the North Coast.
Open For Summer
17/07/2019
59 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland
Join Northern Ireland’s own Colin Murray and Holly Hamilton in Portrush as they bring you the stories and catch up with people who are in town for the 148th Open Championship.
Open For Summer
18/07/2019
29 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland
As The Open gets into full swing, Colin Murray and Holly Hamilton are live from Portrush, bringing you a daily dose of all the fun and excitement that the North Coast has to offer. Show more
Secret Knowledge
The Art of the Vikings
29 minutes
Through interpretations of some Swedish archaeological treasures now on display in Edinburgh, Dr Janina Ramirez looks at Viking culture and its lasting influence on Britain. Show more
World War I - Scotland Remembers
Episode 2: A Drumhead Commemoration
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC One Scotland HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Scotland
A special programme to remember the estimated 145,000 Scots who lost their lives during WWI. With selected highlights from the drumhead service that took place earlier in the day. Show more
Dr James Logan of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine looks at how best to cope with the Scottish midge and whether some people naturally repel them. Show more
Scotland: The Promised Land
Episode 1: The Birth of Modern Scotland
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Scotland
Documentary series examining the social and political changes that gave birth to modern-day Scotland. Show more
Series in which music industry insiders reveal how the business works. Music promoter John Giddings explores how live music became a billion-pound industry. Show more
Liz Bonnin travels to Tbilisi in Georgia to witness a life-saving operation on a magnificent Asian elephant named Grande, who has a badly infected tusk. Show more
Andrew Graham-Dixon investigates the story of the 20th century's greatest art forger, Han van Meegeren, who made millions during World War II selling fake Vermeers in Nazi-occupied Holland. Show more
The Stuarts
Episode 1: And I Will Make Them One Nation
59 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD
A look at James VI and I's attempts to unite Scotland and England under the umbrella of his crowns and persuade his subjects to feel more 'British'. Show more
Satirist Rory Bremner takes a comic look at the topics that got the nation talking and talks to some of the well-known faces who enjoyed an unforgettable 2014. Show more
Presenter James Crawford travels back in time, using the view from above and clues on the ground, to uncover six remarkable forgotten histories. Show more