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BBC Four TV Guide

BBC Four dives into culture, history, arts and world cinema with thoughtful documentaries, acclaimed drama and curated film seasons. See what's on BBC Four on Wednesday 03 December 2025 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC One (BBC1) BBC Two (BBC2) ITV1 Channel 4 Channel 5 ITV2 ITV3 ITV4 E4 Film4 More4 GREAT! movies Sky Arts RTÉ One BBC Three (BBC3) CBeebies BBC News BBC Four BBC ALBA BBC Parliament BBC Scotland CBBC S4C
Dates
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Artsnight

Brenda Emmanus meets and profiles ten great living British designers, to find out what inspires them and explore how they have responded to society's evolving tastes.
Runtime: 1 hr

Wainwright: The Man Who Loved the Lakes

Documentary recalling the life of Alfred Wainwright, the eccentric Lancastrian who created a series of iconic fell-walking books in the 1950s, and his love for the Lake District.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer

Britain's Outlaws: Highwaymen, Pirates and Rogues

Sam Willis looks at urban crime, fraud and corruption in the 18th century, uncovering a fascinating rogues' gallery of charmers, fraudsters and villains.
Runtime: 1 hr

This is BBC Four

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 1 hr 55 min

This is BBC Four

This is BBC Four
Daily from 7.00pm.
Runtime: 13 hr 28 min

This is BBC Four

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 2 min

Winter Walks

Simon Armitage
Poet laureate Simon Armitage takes a walk along Yorkshire’s enchanting and historic frontier with the North Sea.
Runtime: 30 min

University Challenge

Durham University v University of York
Alumni of Durham University face graduates of the University of York in the third match. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions.
Runtime: 30 min

The Magical World of Moss

A plant with hidden secrets
Documentary that explores the vital role that mosses played in the earth's evolution and how science is only beginning to unlock the secrets and potential of these amazing plants.
Runtime: 55 min i Available on iPlayer

Natural World

Africa's Lion Kings
A pride of lions has rewritten the rules - they have learnt to take down elephants.
Runtime: 5 min

Snooker: UK Championship

Day 5, Evening, Part 2
Live coverage from day 5 of the 2025 UK Snooker Championship.
Runtime: 1 hr

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall

Episode 1
A beautiful widow takes up residence in the near-derelict Wildfell Hall. Befriended by a young farmer, she will not tell him about her past, until malicious gossip spreads.
Runtime: 55 min i Available on iPlayer

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall

Episode 2
Helen decides to reveal more to Gilbert and gives him her diary. He learns about her doomed marriage to the rich Arthur Huntingdon and how she fled his debauched cruelty.
Runtime: 55 min i Available on iPlayer

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall

Episode 3
Huntingdon has abducted young Arthur, forcing Helen to return to him. In spite of his dissolute behaviour, she nurses him until his death.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Wednesday 03 December) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Winter Walks, University Challenge, and The Magical World of Moss. Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Four live?

You can watch BBC Four live on the official bbc.co.uk website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.

When does programming end on BBC Four today?

Today's programming on BBC Four ends at 00:40 with The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.

Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?

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