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BBC Scotland TV Guide & Listings (New Zealand Timezone)

BBC Scotland reflects modern Scottish life with regional news, sport, current affairs, comedy and documentaries rooted in local communities. See what's on BBC Scotland on Thursday 20 August 2026 in the New Zealand timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

Times shown in the New Zealand timezone.

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BBC Scotland Schedule — Thu 20 Aug

12:00 AM

This is BBC Scotland — 00:00

This is BBC Scotland
Highlights from the BBC Scotland channel.
Runtime: 6 hr
6:00 AM

This is BBC Scotland — 06:00

This is BBC Scotland
Highlights from the BBC Scotland channel.
Runtime: 6 hr
12:00 PM

This is BBC Scotland — 12:00

This is BBC Scotland
Highlights from the BBC Scotland channel.
Runtime: 6 hr
6:00 PM

This is BBC Scotland — 18:00

This is BBC Scotland
Highlights from the BBC Scotland channel.
Runtime: 1 hr
7:00 PM

Reporting Scotland — 19:00

News at Seven: 20/08/2026
More from the day’s top stories and communities across Scotland.
Runtime: 30 min
7:30 PM

Beechgrove Garden — 19:30

Episode 21
Brian takes cuttings from rhododendrons, and Kirsty does the same with a range of tender perennials. Brian revisits his espaliered apple trees for more essential maintenance.
Runtime: 30 min
8:00 PM

World Pipe Band Championships — 20:00

2026
Jackie Bird presents highlights from the 2026 World Pipe Band Championships on Glasgow Green.
Runtime: 1 hr
9:00 PM

Martin Compston's Scottish Fling — 21:00

East Coast
Martin Compston and pal Phil MacHugh travel Scotland’s east coast, from St Andrews to Aberdeen, challenging expectations by revealing the surprising side of some well-known places.
Runtime: 30 min
9:30 PM

Martin Compston's Scottish Fling — 21:30

Highlands
Martin Compston and pal Phil MacHugh set out on a sporty journey to explore the north of Scotland from Golspie, Invergordon and Inverness by taking part in their own Highland Games.
Runtime: 30 min
10:00 PM

Scot Squad — 22:00

Episode 4
Spoof comedy following the first Unified Scottish Police Force. Singh and McKirdy pull over a couple of Scotland's most celebrated children's entertainers.
Runtime: 30 min
10:30 PM

Edinburgh Unlocked — 22:30

Episode 2
Mark Nelson and his all-star team of reporters present the best, funniest, wildest and weirdest shows from the Edinburgh Festival.
Runtime: 30 min
11:00 PM

Jim Smith Live from Perth — 23:00

Farmer Jim Smith has taken the comedy world by storm. This show, the last on his sellout tour, was recorded in front of a packed home crowd in Perth.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Scotland tonight?

Tonight (Thursday 20 August) on BBC Scotland, you can watch Reporting Scotland, Beechgrove Garden, World Pipe Band Championships, and Martin Compston's Scottish Fling. Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Scotland live?

You can watch BBC Scotland 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 Scotland today?

Today's programming on BBC Scotland ends at 00:00 (11:00 your time) with Jim Smith Live from Perth.

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.

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