BBC Two England Today

Fiona Bruce's topical debate - Fiona Bruce leads a lively discussion with politicians and guests in Bishop's Stortford, answering audience questions on BBC One East HD on 16 October 2025.

The Hunt for Mary McLaughlin's Killer - DNA breakthroughs finally cracked the 1984 Glasgow murder of Mary McLaughlin, delivering damning evidence that led to a man's arrest decades after the crime.

Amanda Holden's Quiz Show – A high‑stakes, strategy‑driven quiz where contestants battle wits and surprises to claim big winnings, all hosted by the charismatic Amanda Holden on BBC One East HD.

Lister Park and Cartwright Hall 1 – Fiona Bruce guides viewers through Bradford’s Lister Park and Cartwright Hall, showcasing remarkable finds including a John Lennon sketch and a cavalry sword with royal connections.

Premier League Highlights – a fast‑paced recap of the weekend’s top fixtures, featuring Tottenham Hotspur’s clash with Aston Villa at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Liverpool’s showdown with Manchester United at Anfield.

The latest national and international stories as they break – a fast‑moving roundup of breaking news from the UK and around the world, airing on BBC Two England on 20 October 2025.

20/10/2025 – a fresh episode premiering on BBC Two England on 20 October 2025, delivering engaging British TV entertainment for UK audiences.

Rick Edwards hosts the quiz – contestants battle for a chance to win £10,000, but a single “impossible” answer knocks them out for the day.

Quiz Contest – Contestants speed around moving podiums on the studio floor, answering questions for a chance to win £5,000, with Roman Kemp and Sarah Greene hosting.

General knowledge quiz – Hosted by Jason Manford, four contestants battle to uncover the unbeatable answer and build the longest streak for a cash prize.

North West Judging - The two highest‑scoring chefs from north‑west England return to recreate their six‑course menus, with campaigner Margaret Aspinall joining the panel to help decide the winner.

The Gamble – Adam departs his home waters to chase lucrative Dover sole and offset rising costs, while in Scotland Stephen breaks away from the fleet to confront an approaching storm.

St Albans 11 - Paul Martin teams up with Claire Rawle and James Lewis at St Albans Cathedral and Abbey to explore a fascinating mix of historic coins and a quirky 1970s robot, offering viewers a unique glimpse into the site’s eclectic treasures.

Week 4: Monday (episode) – Four popular personalities – Kola Bokinni, Sheli McCoy, John Parrott and Katie Piper – pit their general‑knowledge wits against each other in a series of entertaining, trivia‑based games throughout the week.

Fleur East chats to the latest couple to be eliminated, while Choreography Corner looks back at the weekend's performances – Fleur East interviews the newly‑eliminated pair and Choreography Corner recaps the weekend’s standout dances for BBC Two viewers.

BBC Investigations – Global BBC correspondents uncover hidden truths, exposing crime, corruption and abuse in a powerful, on‑the‑ground documentary series.

Clive Myrie asks questions on the specialist subjects of Richard Nixon, the band Nirvana, architect George Skipper, and TV sitcom Derry Girls – a fast‑paced quiz where the BBC presenter challenges contestants on politics, music, architecture and comedy, offering a lively blend of trivia that will intrigue UK television viewers.

Metrophiles v Showstoppers – Victoria Coren Mitchell returns to host a thrilling first‑round clash where the Metrophiles face the Showstoppers, who must uncover the hidden link between four seemingly random items.

Amol Rajan asks the questions in the first of the highest‑scoring loser matches – Two student teams compete in a second‑chance quiz, battling for a place in the next stage of the competition on BBC Two England.

The Lost Letters of Mary, Queen of Scots – Katie Leung guides viewers through an international hunt as amateur codebreakers unite to decode a mysterious cache of 16th‑century letters, revealing new insights into Mary’s hidden correspondence. This one‑off BBC Two documentary blends history and intrigue for a captivating UK viewing experience.

Two friends meander through life, bonding over board games – a witty comedy where Alex Lawther and Laurie Kynaston navigate everyday hopes and hilarity while dreaming of making their mark.

Victoria Derbyshire – A fast‑paced roundup of today’s top news, featuring global interviews and sharp insights, presented by Victoria Derbyshire on BBC Two England.

20/10/2025 (episode) – A fresh episode airing on BBC Two England on 20 October 2025, delivering a concise yet engaging glimpse of the latest British TV offering for UK viewers.

A Tale of Two Ciders (episode) – Charlotte Smith and Adam Henson explore Herefordshire’s apple harvest, uncovering the county’s diverse range of cider‑making traditions.