In this revealing observational series, six young Brits, whose privileged lives have left them with the idea that homelessness is often the result of the victim's own actions, and they could fix it if they really wanted to, have agreed to sleep rough on the streets of London for three nights. The rich kids want to prove that it's easy to escape homelessness, and they all have a plan to make money and get off the streets. They'll beg, get jobs and even start a business while surviving as rough sleepers during the winter months. Will meeting the real homeless people change their perspective on homelessness?
10 British teen boys who had several run ins with law enforcement. They spend time in an old prison to see what prison life would be like in a real prison.
In December 1985, Alison Day disappeared after getting off a train at Hackney Wick station. Over the next six months, two more women would be snatched at stations in the South East. Rumours began to circulate that a serial killer was stalking the railways, and that he was linked to a series of sex attacks across London, going back years. But who was he? And could there be any truth in the rumour that there was a team of killers, working together? It took another fourteen years for the police to close the case on the so-called ‘Railway Killers’. It was a case that completely rewrote our understanding of murderers, and how to catch them. Through dramatic reconstruction and testimony from police officers, and the victims’ friends, The Railway Killers reveals every twist and turn in the case. Across three episodes this landmark series explores the devastating impact of these crimes, as well as the shocking revelation of the killers’ identities.
With unprecedented access to shocking police body-worn camera footage, we step into the shoes of heroic officers fighting crime and tackling some of the country's most violent and dangerous criminals.
The Mole was a 2001 reality television series in the UK which was broadcast on Channel 5. Part of The Mole television series franchise it was hosted by Glenn Hugill.
Britain's Worst Celebrity Driver was a British game show, part of the Worst Driver television franchise, in which six British celebrities had to perform various challenges to prove their driving prowess. The show was presented by Quentin Willson for both series, with Jenni Falconer joining as co-host for the second.
Documentary series about people with excessive or now-regretted tattoos. Mel thought she could win back her man by getting a tattoo dedicated to the love of his life on her wrist, Shola got the F-word tattooed on her middle finger when she was a rebellious teen, and Shaun's brother teases him about his incorrectly spelled football club tattoo.
Jane McDonald sings cherished and contemporary classics in this variety show where the audience is an integral part of the programme, joining in the songs and sharing the banter.
The work of a Thailand hospital devoted solely to treating elephants. The two-part documentary reveals the day-to-day challenges of dealing with supersized patients suffering everything from deadly viruses to cuts and parasites. It also shows how the facility teaches baby elephants new commands and even turns elephant poo into fertiliser.
Welcome to life at Jersey Zoo, from a whole new perspective. This funny but intriguing show gives us a first-hand insight into the animals’ lives.
We follow the daily life of the zoo from the animals’ point of view as they voice their opinions about their lives, care and behaviour, bringing drama, insight and humour to this privileged perspective. And as the animals guide us through all the issues from coping with newborns to getting on with the neighbours, we also meet their keepers as they look after some of the rarest animals in the world in a bid to keep them happy and healthy.
First-hand testimonies tell the story of one of the UK's largest murder investigations. Left in the killer's wake are devastated families and a huge police inquiry piecing together the disturbing puzzle of an unknown serial killer.
Details what happens behind the scenes at Bressingham Steam Museum, revealing how an endearing and colourful cast of characters keep the charity-funded attraction open.
Not all airports are equal! John Lennon Airport in Liverpool is the UK’s holiday airport where millions of expectant holiday makers begin their trips of a lifetime.