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 11 March 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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BBC Four Schedule — Wed 11 Mar
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Bridget Riley - Painting the Line — 00:30
With exclusive behind-the-scenes access, seldom-seen footage from the archives and a rare interview with Kirsty Wark, this is the story of a true visionary of British art.
Villages by the Sea — 01:30
Bamburgh
Archaeologist Ben Robinson uncovers how the health and fortune of the village was shaped by those in charge of Bamburgh’s famous castle.
Canal Walks with Julia Bradbury — 02:00
Julia Bradbury walks along the Worcester and Birmingham Canal, the highlight of which is a two-mile flight of 30 locks, which lowers the waterway by 220 feet.
Runtime:
30 min
The Secret Rules of Modern Living: Algorithms — 02:30
Marcus du Sautoy demystifies the hidden world of algorithms, revealing where these 2,000-year-old problem-solvers came from, how they work and what they have achieved.
This is BBC Four — 03:30
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
2 hr
This is BBC Four — 05:30
This is BBC Four
Daily from 7.00pm.
Runtime:
13 hr 28 min
This is BBC Four — 18:58
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
2 min
Villages by the Sea — 19:00
Staithes
Archaeologist Ben Robinson visits the village of Staithes in North Yorkshire and unearths its role in kickstarting the chemical industry in the north east of England.
Canal Walks with Julia Bradbury — 19:30
The Kennet and Avon Canal
Julia Bradbury walks along a 20km stretch of the Kennet and Avon Canal and tells how it was restored after being awarded a big lottery heritage grant.
Runtime:
30 min
Timeshift — 20:00
Dial 'B' for Britain: The Story of the Landline
From early call boxes to the Post Office Tower, Timeshift tells the story of how Britain's phone network was built over the course of 100 years, and its impact on the public.
Runtime:
1 hr
Children of the Tsunami — 21:00
Japan was hit by the greatest tsunami in 1,000 years on 11 March 2011. This film reveals how the wave and the Fukushima nuclear accident have changed children's lives forever.
Runtime:
1 hr
Boys from the Blackstuff — 22:00
Yosser's Story
Drama series set in the recession-hit Britain of the Thatcher era. After his wife leaves him, and with no job, Yosser Hughes struggles to hold his family together.
Runtime:
1 hr 10 min
Boys from the Blackstuff — 23:10
George's Last Ride
George reminisces about his younger days, recalling his hopeful, politically active youth.
Runtime:
1 hr 5 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Wednesday 11 March) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Villages by the Sea, Canal Walks with Julia Bradbury, and Timeshift. 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 00:15 with Boys from the Blackstuff.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
All times shown on this page are automatically converted to your local device timezone for easy viewing, though the original UK broadcast time is also displayed.