BBC 2 HD [UK] TV guide for the week

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BBC 2 HD [UK]

TV guide for 6 June

  1. Great Expectations

    Vivid adaptation of the Dickens classic about a poor young orphan who becomes a gentleman of means thanks to a mysterious benefactor.

  2. The Wooden Horse

    Dramatisation of one of the most ingenious escape bids of World War II, in which British soldiers use a wooden vaulting horse as cover when trying to get out of Stalag Luft III.

  3. Ice Station Zebra

    Tense Cold War action drama. A US submarine is dispatched to the frozen waters of the North Pole to recover a Soviet spy satellite.

  4. Rugby League

    Live: Wakefield v Hull KR. Wakefield face Hull KR in the 2026 Super League.

  5. Hidden Treasures of the National Trust

    Uncovering the secrets of two of the National Trust's most unusual collections.

  6. Cricket

    Day 3 highlights from the Test match between England and New Zealand.

  7. International Football

    Live coverage of Scotland's international match against Bolivia as Steve Clarke's side continue their build-up for the 2026 World Cup.

  8. Weather Hits at the BBC

    An unpredictable but joyous collection of weather-related chart hits, courtesy of two of the BBC's most formidable forecasters - Carol Kirkwood and Tomasz Schafernaker.

  9. Paris, 13th District

    The lives of four young people intertwine in tales of love and desire in the digital age. Contains strong language and explicit sexual scenes.

  10. Death Valley

    When a runner overdoses in an actor's trailer, Janie and John are called to investigate. On the set of an epic Welsh TV drama, the team interview the crew to solve the crime.

  11. Dear England

    Following a devastating Wembley defeat, Southgate and his team face backlash beyond the pitch. A controversial World Cup in Qatar awaits, and England must focus on winning.

  12. This is BBC Two

    Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.

  13. The A to Z of TV Gardening

    A look at some of the BBC's most popular gardening programmes and personalities, presented by Carol Kirkwood. Carol explores subjects that all begin with the letter F.

  14. The A to Z of TV Gardening

    A look at some of the BBC's most popular gardening programmes and personalities, presented by Carol Kirkwood. Carol explores subjects that all begin with the letter F.

  15. Glorious Gardens from Above

    Horticulturist Christine Walkden explores gardens and countryside from a hot-air balloon. Christine takes to the skies above Oxfordshire.

  16. Glorious Gardens from Above

    Horticulturist Christine Walkden explores gardens and countryside from a hot-air balloon. Christine takes to the skies above Oxfordshire.

  17. Countryfile

    Sean Fletcher and Adam Henson are in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, for the Balmoral Show, the region's largest agricultural and food event, welcoming more than 100,000 visitors each year.

  18. Countryfile

    Sean Fletcher and Adam Henson are in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, for the Balmoral Show, the region's largest agricultural and food event, welcoming more than 100,000 visitors each year.

  19. Landward

    Dougie is at the Glencoe Youth Hostel helping out as the tourist season gets under way.

  20. Landward

    Dougie is at the Glencoe Youth Hostel helping out as the tourist season gets under way.

  21. Beechgrove Garden

    Calum is planting up hanging baskets, and Brian demonstrates the best way to tackle a border that has gotten out of control.

  22. Beechgrove Garden

    Calum is planting up hanging baskets, and Brian demonstrates the best way to tackle a border that has gotten out of control.

  23. Saturday Kitchen Best Bites

    Matt Tebbutt delivers a delicious menu from Gurdeep Loyal, Shivi Ramoutar, Greg Marchand and Sam and Shauna. Meanwhile, Rick Stein and the Hairy Bikers head out of the studio.

  24. Saturday Kitchen Best Bites

    Matt Tebbutt delivers a delicious menu from Gurdeep Loyal, Shivi Ramoutar, Greg Marchand and Sam and Shauna. Meanwhile, Rick Stein and the Hairy Bikers head out of the studio.

About BBC 2 HD

BBC 2 HD is the high-definition version of BBC Two. The channel is part of the British Broadcasting Corporation, broadcasts in 1080i 16:9 (HDTV) in English, and keeps BBC Two's more documentary, cultural and educational profile.

The line-up includes documentary cycles about history, science and nature, cultural and educational programmes, films and series, authored projects by British journalists and documentary filmmakers, comedy shows, sports broadcasts, educational programmes and intellectual formats.

BBC Two began broadcasting on 20 April 1964 as the second channel of the BBC public television network. The HD version was launched in 2014 and replaced the former BBC HD. BBC 2 HD is available through digital terrestrial TV in the UK, cable and satellite networks and IPTV/OTT platforms.