BBC Four TV Guide & Listings (France Timezone)

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 Tuesday 02 December 2025 in the France timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Four Schedule — Tue 02 Dec

12:30 AM

Wainwright: The Man Who Loved the Lakes — 00:30

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.
1:30 AM

Saving Venice — 01:30

Water is the essence of Venice
How Venetians are turning to revolutionary engineering, restoration of the natural environment and knowledge from their past in order to save Venice.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min i Available on iPlayer
3:00 AM

Ian Rankin's Hidden Edinburgh — 03:00

Crime writer Ian Rankin revisits the key locations from the Inspector Rebus books, the hidden Edinburgh into which tourists never venture.
Runtime: 55 min
3:55 AM

This is BBC Four — 03:55

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 1 hr 35 min
5:30 AM

This is BBC Four — 05:30

This is BBC Four
Daily from 7.00pm.
Runtime: 13 hr 28 min
6:58 PM

This is BBC Four — 18:58

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 2 min
7:00 PM

Snooker: UK Championship — 19:00

Day 4, Evening
Live coverage from day 4 of the 2025 UK Snooker Championship.
Runtime: 3 hr
10:00 PM

The Hidden Children of Ruinerwold Farm — 22:00

Episode 1
After escaping the family farm, 24-year-old Israel is reunited with his older brothers, Shin and Edino, and sister Mar Jan. Together, they recount their experiences growing up.
Runtime: 45 min i Available on iPlayer
10:45 PM

The Hidden Children of Ruinerwold Farm — 22:45

Episode 2
Allegations of physical and sexual abuse are discussed, and three of the older children decide to visit their father, who is being held in a secure hospital, following a stroke.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer
11:35 PM

Britain's Outlaws: Highwaymen, Pirates and Rogues — 23:35

Rogues Gallery
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Tuesday 02 December) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Snooker: UK Championship, and The Hidden Children of Ruinerwold Farm. Check the full schedule for more details.

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When does programming end on BBC Four today?

Today's programming on BBC Four ends at 00:35 (01:35 your time) with Britain's Outlaws: Highwaymen, Pirates and Rogues.

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