BBC Studios Africa November Highlights

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November on BBC BRIT brings a story of hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries. New crime drama Art Detectives explores the murky world of art, antiquities and murder, while The Brokenwood Mysteries returns with more offbeat crimes and eccentric characters from New Zealand’s deadliest town.

Art Detectives

SERIES 1 – TERRITORY PREMIERE

FROM TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER AT 8PM

Stephen Moyer leads a brand-new crime drama set in the shadowy world of art, antiquities and priceless artefacts from Tuesday 3 November at 8pm

DI Mick Palmer (Stephen Moyer – True Blood, Safe House) and DC Shazia Malik (Nina Singh – Virdee, The Lazarus Project) work for Heritage Crime, the Metropolitan Police’s smallest department, investigating murders and thefts linked to some of Britain’s most valuable cultural treasures.

When an art historian is found murdered in his home, Mick and Shazia are drawn into a case involving a vandalised painting, sabotaged security footage and a dark family secret. Across the series, the detectives uncover a trail of betrayals, hidden histories and long-buried secrets stretching back centuries.

**THE BROKENWOOD MYSTERIES
SERIES 11 – **CHANNEL PREMIERE
FROM THURSDAY 5 NOVEMBER AT 8PM

The much-loved New Zealand crime drama returns for an eleventh season from Thursday 5 November at 8pm

Detective Inspector Mike Shepherd (Neill Rea) and his team return to investigate a fresh collection of baffling murders in the seemingly peaceful town of Brokenwood.

From the dark truth behind a visiting rock group to the mysterious death of a celebrity who is killed in an explosion while visiting his former school, the new season delivers more of the quirky characters, twists and offbeat mysteries that have made Brokenwood a fan favourite.

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November is all about memorable experiences on BBC Lifestyle. Celebrity Come Dine With Me South Africaserves up a star-studded spin on the beloved format as famous faces compete for charity and bragging rights around the dinner table. Elsewhere, Alan Cumming embarks on a luxurious rail journey through Scotland, daring homeowners transport their entire homes across New Zealand in Moving Houses, and romance blossoms on the farm in a new season of Farmer Wants a Wife USA.

Celebrity Come Dine With Me South Africa

SERIES 1 – GLOBAL PREMIERE

FROM WEDNESDAY 18 NOVEMBER AT 8PM

South Africa’s favourite dinner party competition gets a celebrity makeover from Wednesday 18 November at 8pm

For the first time, 24 famous South Africans swap their day jobs for the kitchen as they compete across six weeks for bragging rights and R10,000 for a charity of their choice.

With legendary narrator Dave Lamb providing his trademark wit and commentary, the celebrities must impress their guests with both their culinary skills and hospitality as they battle to be crowned the ultimate celebrity host.

The celebrities taking part in Celebrity Come Dine With Me South Africa are:

• Alphi Mkhwanazi

  – TV presenter

• Brent Lindeque

  – Good Things Guy founder

• Carol Tshabalala

  – First Lady of Sport

• Holly Rey

  – award-winning singer

• Jonathan Roxmouth

  – musical theatre star

• Karabo Ntshweng

  – radio presenter

• Karabo Poppy

  – internationally acclaimed illustrator

• Lasizwe

  – digital entertainer

• Lethabo ‘LeJoy’ Mathatho

  – broadcaster

• Linda Mtoba

  – actress

• Mampho Brescia

  – actress

• Mojak Lehoko

  – comedian

• Moshe Ndiki

  – TV personality

• Moonchild Sanelly

  – musician

• Nianell

  – singer-songwriter

• Olwethu Leshabane

  – entrepreneur and author

• Philicity Reeken

  – radio presenter

• Primo Baloyi

  – digital entertainer

• Tarina Patel

  – media personality

• Tumisho Masha

  – actor

• Vanes-Mari du Toit

  – former Proteas netball star

• Varushka Singh

  – former Mrs SA

• Yanda Woods

  – content creator

• Zandi Nhlapo

  – media personality

Alan Cumming’s Most Luxurious Train Journeys: Scotland

SERIES 1 – TERRITORY PREMIERE

FROM THURSDAY 5 NOVEMBER AT 8PM

Alan Cumming takes viewers aboard one of the world’s most luxurious rail journeys from Thursday 5 November at 8pm

Tony, Olivier and Emmy Award-winning actor Alan Cumming (The Good Wife) is granted exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the iconic Royal Scotsman as it winds its way through some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery.

From the Highlands to the historic Scone Palace, Alan experiences the luxury, heritage and romance of one of the world’s most celebrated rail adventures while meeting the colourful passengers travelling alongside him.

Moving Houses

SERIES 1 – TERRITORY PREMIERE

FROM FRIDAY 6 NOVEMBER AT 8PM

Extraordinary homes embark on extraordinary journeys in a new property series beginning Friday 6 November at 8pm

Presenter Clarke Gayford follows ambitious New Zealanders as they attempt the ultimate renovation challenge: relocating entire homes to brand-new locations.

From historic villas to character-filled cottages, homes are cut into pieces, loaded onto trucks and transported across challenging terrain, with every move presenting fresh obstacles and high-stakes decisions.

Farmer Wants A Wife USA

SERIES 4 – TERRITORY PREMIERE

FROM SUNDAY 8 NOVEMBER AT 8PM

Four farmers search for lasting love in a new season of the hit dating series from Sunday 8 November at 8pm

Leaving city life behind, hopeful romantics head to working farms across America for the chance to find a genuine connection with one of four eligible farmers.

As the women adapt to life on the ranch, relationships deepen, rivalries emerge and difficult decisions must be made as the farmers search for a partner to share their future.

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November brings property and mystery to BBC UKTV. Listing Coastal showcases some of the country’s most spectacular homes and locations, while The Marlow Murder Club returns with more crimes for its amateur sleuths to solve. Elsewhere, Extraordinary Extensions celebrates ambitious home transformations, and Find Me a Match explores the world of traditional matchmaking

Find Me A Match

SERIES 1 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER AT 8PM

Traditional matchmakers help hopeful singles search for lasting love in a new three-part series beginning Tuesday 3 November at 8pm

In an age of dating apps and online profiles, Australia’s Hindu, Muslim and Jewish matchmakers are helping clients find meaningful relationships through time-honoured traditions and shared values.

Following first dates, family introductions and sensitive negotiations, the series offers a fascinating insight into the people working behind the scenes to bring couples together.

Listing Coastal

SERIES 1 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM MONDAY 9 NOVEMBER AT 8PM

South Africa’s most spectacular coastal homes take centre stage in a brand-new property series from Monday 9 November at 8pm

Expanding the successful Listing Jozi, Listing Cape Town and Listing Mauritius franchise, this series explores luxury properties spanning South Africa’s coastline, from KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape to the Garden Route and the southern tip of the continent.

Along the way, viewers are given exclusive access to some of the country’s most impressive homes while discovering the people, locations and lifestyles that make each destination unique.

Extraordinary Extensions

SERIES 1 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM THURSDAY 12 NOVEMBER AT 7PM

Tinie Tempah follows homeowners pushing architectural boundaries in a new four-part series beginning Thursday 12 November at 7pm

Musician and property enthusiast Tinie Tempah explores ambitious extension projects across the UK, meeting homeowners transforming ordinary houses into remarkable living spaces.

Featured projects include a dramatic glass structure overlooking the UK’s Hampshire coast, a bold contemporary addition to a Cotswolds cottage and a pioneering eco-conscious reinvention of a former timber yard in south London.

The Marlow Murder Club

SERIES 2 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM WEDNESDAY 25 NOVEMBER AT 8PM

Samantha Bond returns for a second series of the hit crime drama beginning Wednesday 25 November at 8pm

Retired archaeologist Judith Potts (Samantha Bond – Downton Abbey, Death in Paradise) reunites with dog walker Suzie (Jo Martin – Doctor Who) and vicar’s wife Becks (Cara Horgan – The Sandman) to solve a fresh collection of mysteries in the seemingly peaceful town of Marlow.

The trio investigate the death of a wealthy baronet on the eve of his wedding, a man found dead in the middle of a suburban road and the murder of a member of a local sailing club, proving once again that there’s never a quiet moment in Marlow.

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November explores the worlds of adventure, science and discovery on BBC Earth. Ben Fogle’s Race for the Nile sees Ben Fogle and Dwayne Fields retrace one of history’s greatest expeditions, while Surgeons: A Matter of Life or Death returns with remarkable stories from the operating theatre. Elsewhere, Michael Palinjourneys across Venezuela, Mysteries of… Loch Ness revisits Scotland’s most enduring mystery, and The Mightiest returns with more feats of engineering and innovation.

Ben Fogle’s Race for the Nile

SERIES 1 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM WEDNESDAY 18 NOVEMBER AT 7PM

Ben Fogle and Dwayne Fields retrace one of history’s greatest explorations from Wednesday 18 November at 7pm

Adventurer Ben Fogle and presenter Dwayne Fields head deep into the African wilderness to follow the route taken by Scottish explorer David Livingstone in his quest to discover the source of the Nile.

Travelling through dense jungle, vast swamps and challenging terrain, the pair face extreme conditions while uncovering the enduring legacy of one of exploration’s most fascinating stories.

Mysteries of… Loch Ness

SERIES 1 – TERRITORY PREMIERE

THURSDAY 19 NOVEMBER AT 7PM

A new documentary investigates the truth behind one of the world’s most enduring legends on Thursday 19 November at 7pm

This feature-length documentary explores the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster through the eyes of believers, sceptics, locals and dedicated researchers.

From alleged sightings and famous hoaxes to modern investigations using cutting-edge technology, the film examines why the legend of Nessie continues to capture imaginations around the world.

Michael Palin in Venezuela

SERIES 1 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM FRIDAY 20 NOVEMBER AT 7PM

Michael Palin explores a nation of extraordinary contrasts in a new three-part journey beginning Friday 20 November at 7pm

Travelling across Venezuela, comedy legend and travel icon Sir Michael Palin encounters spectacular natural landscapes, vibrant communities and the realities of life in a country facing significant political and economic challenges.

From the streets of Caracas and the opulent Humboldt Hotel to encounters with anacondas and colourful carnival celebrations, Michael approaches every experience with the curiosity and warmth that have defined his celebrated travel adventures

The Mightiest

SERIES 3 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM MONDAY 9 NOVEMBER AT 7PM

Mega machines return for a new season of high-stakes engineering from Monday 9 November at 7pm

The Mightiest returns for a third series, taking viewers inside some of the world’s most powerful machines as they tackle demanding and often dangerous assignments.

From logging operations and steel mills to major highway projects, each episode explores the engineering, skill and teamwork required to keep these giant machines operating where success and failure are separated by the finest of margins.

Surgeons: A Matter of Life or Death

SERIES 3 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM TUESDAY 10 NOVEMBER AT 9PM

The acclaimed medical series returns with more extraordinary stories from the operating theatre from Tuesday 10 November at 9pm

Filmed at one of Britain’s busiest hospitals, the series follows world-class surgeons as they undertake complex procedures where lives hang in the balance.

This season includes an ex-soldier seeking relief from debilitating nerve pain following tragedy in Afghanistan, a teenager whose life is threatened by a rare tumour, and a patient urgently requiring a liver transplant.

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November is filled with fun, learning and adventure on CBeebies, with favourite characters returning in brand-new episodes of Hey Duggee’s Squirrel Club and Numberblocks. Elsewhere, young pirates embark on exciting challenges in Swashbuckle, while Grace’s Amazing Machines showcases extraordinary vehicles from around the world.

Hey Duggee’s Squirrel Club

SERIES 1, SET 2 – TERRITORY PREMIERE

FROM MONDAY 2 NOVEMBER AT 3.15PM

Duggee and the Squirrels return with a brand-new collection of adventures from Monday 2 November at 3.15pm

Join Duggee, Happy, Roly, Tag, Norrie and Betty at the Squirrel Club, where every day brings new discoveries, games and creative challenges.

Covering everything from food and music to art, nature and friendship, the series encourages preschoolers to try new things while having fun along the way.

Grace’s Amazing Machines

SERIES 4 – TERRITORY PREMIERE

FROM SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER AT 11.20AM

Grace is back with more incredible vehicles from Sunday 1 November at 11.20am

Motorcyclist Grace Webb introduces young viewers to some of the world’s biggest, fastest and most amazing machines, revealing what makes them special and how they do their jobs.

This series features remarkable flying machines, powerful dockside vehicles and machines designed to travel off-road, with Grace getting hands-on behind the controls of each one.

Swashbuckle

SERIES 8 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM MONDAY 2 NOVEMBER AT 6.10PM

The action-packed pirate gameshow returns for an eighth season from Monday 2 November at 6.10pm

Captain Captain is back at the helm as young Swashbucklers take on a series of energetic challenges in a bid to win precious jewels.

Guided by Gem, the teams must work together to outsmart the mischievous pirates and overcome a variety of physical games and obstacles.

Numberblocks

SERIES 6, PART 2 – CHANNEL PREMIERE

FROM MONDAY 9 NOVEMBER AT 4.35PM

The beloved maths-inspired series returns with more numerical adventures from Monday 9 November at 4.35pm

Designed to help children understand how numbers work, Numberblocks uses songs, stories and colourful characters to bring key mathematical concepts to life.

In these new episodes, the Numberblocks discover two-dimensional shapes at a shape-themed party, experiment with a magical dice-making machine and use map-reading skills to outwit the mischievous Octonaughty

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