BBC 2 Schedule Today
Last updated: Monday 25 August 2025 at 07:56 BST
BBC Two HD – Quick Reference Sheet
| Time | Title | Short Description |
|---|---|---|
| 3:20 AM | This Is BBC Two | Preview of upcoming programmes on BBC Two HD. |
| 6:15 AM | Bargain Hunt | Roo Irvine presents the latest contest from Narberth, Pembrokeshire. |
| 7:00 AM | Antiques Roadshow | Fiona Bruce presents from Firstsite contemporary art gallery in Colchester. |
| 8:00 AM | Match of the Day | Highlights of the latest Premier League matches. |
| 9:00 AM | BBC News | The latest national and international stories. |
| 1:00 PM | Impossible | Quiz hosted by Rick Edwards; contestants compete for points. |
| 1:45 PM | Bridge of Lies | Quiz show hosted by Ross Kemp. |
| 2:30 PM | The Tournament | Knock‑out quiz hosted by Alex Scott. |
| 3:15 PM | Great British Menu: The Finals | Eight regional champions cook vegan starter courses. |
| 4:15 PM | Big Cats About the House | Following the work of big‑cat expert Giles Clark. |
| 5:15 PM | Flog It! | David Harper and Raj Bisram value items from Aberystwyth University’s Old College. |
| 6:00 PM | Richard Osman’s House of Games | Games with Diarmuid Gavin, Roo Irvine, John Kearns & Claire Richards. |
| 6:30 PM | Richard Osman’s House of Games | Continuation of the evening’s game‑show fun. |
| 7:00 PM | New – For Rent: Rooms Under the Radar | Documentary investigating the hidden world of unlicensed shared housing. |
| 7:30 PM | New – Mastermind | Specialist subjects include Oscar Wilde and the Dambusters raid. |
| 8:00 PM | New – Only Connect | Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts another first‑round where “pitchers” take on “benchwarmers”. |
| 8:30 PM | New – University Challenge | Trinity College, Cambridge vs. Linacre College, Oxford. |
| 9:00 PM | New – Disaster at Sea: The Piper Alpha Story | Story of the 1988 Piper Alpha oil‑platform disaster. |
| 10:00 PM | The Godfather Part II | Oscar‑winning drama sequel starring Al Pacino and Robert De Niro. |
| 1:10 AM | Countryfile | John Craven explores the history shaped by the River Nidd. |
| 2:05 AM | Destination X | After a shock elimination, only five contestants remain. |
| 3:05 AM | Policing Paradise | Officers confront an angry group illegally drinking in public. |
| 3:35 AM | This Is BBC Two | Another preview of upcoming programmes on BBC Two HD. |
| 6:30 AM | Bargain Hunt | Caroline Hawley & Tim Weeks assist teams at Stoneleigh antiques fair. |
Expanded Programme Details (BBC Two HD)
3:20 AM – This Is BBC Two
A short segment that offers a sneak‑peek of the next day’s schedule on BBC Two HD, highlighting flagship dramas, documentaries and entertainment programmes.
6:15 AM – Bargain Hunt
Presenter Roo Irvine travels to Narberth, Pembrokeshire, where local teams search for hidden treasures in a charming market setting. The team that finds the most valuable items wins.
7:00 AM – Antiques Roadshow
Host Fiona Bruce welcomes the audience from the Firstsite contemporary art gallery in Colchester. Experts appraise an eclectic mix of family heirlooms, wartime memorabilia and hidden gems.
8:00 AM – Match of the Day
The day’s top‑flight football action is distilled into a highlights reel, featuring key goals, tactical analysis and post‑match interviews, all broadcast in crisp BBC Two HD picture.
9:00 AM – BBC News
A comprehensive news bulletin covering the most important national and international stories, with live reports, weather updates and expert commentary.
1:00 PM – Impossible
Quizmaster Rick Edwards pits contestants against a series of mind‑bending challenges and general‑knowledge questions. The winner advances to the final round for a chance at a cash prize.
1:45 PM – Bridge of Lies
In this suspenseful quiz, host Ross Kemp interrogates contestants about obscure facts and personal anecdotes, rewarding quick wit and strategic bluffing.
2:30 PM – The Tournament
Presented by former footballer Alex Scott, eight contestants battle in a knockout‑style quiz, testing sports knowledge, pop culture and brain‑teasers.
3:15 PM – Great British Menu: The Finals
The eight regional champions present their vegan starter courses to a panel of culinary experts. The finest dish earns a spot at a prestigious banquet.
4:15 PM – Big Cats About the House
Conservationist Giles Clark follows the daily lives of big‑cat residents at a wildlife sanctuary, highlighting rehabilitation efforts and the challenges of captive care.
5:15 PM – Flog It!
Presenters David Harper and Raj Bisram travel to Aberystwyth University’s Old College to appraise a collection of antiques and curiosities brought in by the public.
6:00 PM – Richard Osman’s House of Games
A lively evening of competitive games featuring celebrity teams led by Diarmuid Gavin, Roo Irvine, John Kearns and Claire Richards. Each round tests memory, strategy and speed.
6:30 PM – Richard Osman’s House of Games (continued)
The competition intensifies as the final rounds decide which team will claim the night’s trophy, all filmed in vibrant BBC Two HD quality.
7:00 PM – New – For Rent: Rooms Under the Radar
An investigative documentary uncovers the hidden world of unlicensed shared accommodation, exposing legal loopholes and the experiences of tenants living “under the radar”.
7:30 PM – New – Mastermind
In this classic quiz format, specialist subjects such as the life of Oscar Wilde and the Dambusters raid challenge contestants to demonstrate deep knowledge under pressure.
8:00 PM – New – Only Connect
Hosted by Victoria Coren Mitchell, teams of “pitchers” and “benchwarmers” battle through cryptic connections, word ladders and visual puzzles.
8:30 PM – New – University Challenge
The historic rivalry continues as Trinity College, Cambridge faces Linacre College, Oxford in a fast‑paced quiz covering science, literature and general knowledge.
9:00 PM – New – Disaster at Sea: The Piper Alpha Story
A gripping recount of the 1988 Piper Alpha oil‑platform disaster, featuring survivor testimonies, expert analysis and archival footage.
10:00 PM – The Godfather Part II
The Oscar‑winning sequel follows Michael Corleone’s rise to power. Starring Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, this classic is presented in restored BBC Two HD format.
1:10 AM – Countryfile
Veteran presenter John Craven explores the cultural and natural history of the River Nidd, meeting locals and examining environmental challenges.
2:05 AM – Destination X
Following a dramatic elimination, the remaining five contestants compete in a series of physically demanding challenges set against exotic backdrops.
3:05 AM – Policing Paradise
A police documentary following officers as they confront a group causing a disturbance while drinking illegally in a public space.
3:35 AM – This Is BBC Two
Another short preview of the day’s upcoming schedule, ensuring viewers never miss a landmark programme on BBC Two HD.
6:30 AM – Bargain Hunt
Presenters Caroline Hawley and Tim Weeks guide teams through Stoneleigh antiques fair, where they search for valuable items and negotiate purchases.