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First Life

In more than 50 years of broadcasting, David Attenborough has travelled the globe to document the living world in all its wonder. Now, in this major two-part series, he goes back in time to the very roots of the tree of life, in search of the very first animals.

From the fog-bound coastline of Newfoundland to the deserts of North Africa and the rainforests of Queensland, David finds evidence in fossils and living animals of an extraordinary period in Earth's history, half a billion years ago, when animals first appeared in the oceans.

From the first eyes that saw, to the first predators that killed and the first legs that walked on land, these were creatures that evolved the traits and tools that allow all animals, including human beings, to survive to this day.

First Life is told with stunning photography, cutting edge visual effects that bring these ancient animals back to life, and the captivating charm of the world's favourite naturalist.

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Lions – The Truth

From political intrigue to a complex social system and unexpected intelligence, Jonathan Scott explores the secret lives of lions in greater depth than ever before.

With the help of a team of lion scientists, Jonathan (Big Cat Diary) presents an up-close explanation of the workings of the pride as he discovers what makes this incredible animal tick.

Intimate detail of big cat behaviour is combined with expert insight from those who know lions best.

And, with the encroaching threat to the survival of the species, Lions – The Truth reveals how a new understanding of their lives is the secret to saving them.

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A ³ÉÈË¿ìÊÖ Natural History Unit production, Bristol

Oceans UK

Following the success of the ³ÉÈË¿ìÊÖ Two series, Oceans, presenters Paul Rose and Tooni Mahto, are joined by marine archaeologist Frank Pope to take on an ocean closer to home, the Atlantic.

The common perception is that the British seas are dark, cold, and dirty, but the reality is very different.

Oceans UK shows that Britain's native waters can be every bit as dramatic, colourful, and surprising as the oceans anywhere else in the world and provide a home to extraordinary creatures, spectacular seascapes, underwater cities and a source of food.

Featuring scientists and their latest research, the series will examine the threats facing British waters and reveal the steps that are being taken to protect them.

Above all, Oceans UK offers a range of extraordinary stories perhaps unexpectedly on our doorstep.

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Alan's Garden Secrets

Alan Titchmarsh takes a personal journey through the gardens that he passionately believes have most influenced British gardening heritage.

From the rigid uniformity of the 17th-century garden, where man's control over nature was paramount, to the sweeping landscapes of Capability Brown, Alan explores a showpiece garden each week that is a prime example of a key movement in gardening history.

Revealing the story behind their creation, he meets the people that maintain these gardens today and learns the secret of their success.

Alan also visits other great gardens and talks to gardeners that have taken these groundbreaking ideas and developed them further. He then rolls up his sleeves and demonstrates how to achieve the effects of the master gardeners at home.

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A Spun Gold Television production

Alan At Highgrove

Alan Titchmarsh joins HRH the Prince of Wales for the first ever in-depth exploration of the vision, spirit and passion embedded in his personal sanctuary, Highgrove.

To celebrate 30 years of Royal gardening, Alan has been granted exclusive access to perhaps the country's most important contemporary organic garden.

Meeting a host of characters who continue to play a key role in its evolution, he learns from head gardeners and staff, designers and guides that Highgrove reveals a great deal about the man who created it.

This film features excerpts from a performance of The Highgrove Suite, composed by Patrick Hawes, a piece of music that aims to encapsulate the spirit, beauty and essence of one of the world's most famous gardens.

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A Spun Gold Television production

Autumnwatch and
Autumnwatch Unsprung

Autumnwatch returns for an eight-week celebration of UK wildlife – live and interactive from across the country.

At this crucial time of year for our wild creatures, Chris Packham, Kate Humble, Martin Hughes-Games and Gordon Buchanan reveal what’s happening in the natural world and encourage viewers to enjoy – and help – wildlife wherever they live.

Autumn in the UK is a time of great change, of spectacular migrations and of high drama. The season's calmer moments, with gorgeous light and rich colours, contrast with some of the UK’s wildest weather, with huge storms and cold snaps challenging our wild animals’ survival instincts, while hinting at the urgent need to prepare for the oncoming winter.

It’s this combination of natural beauty and wild drama that gives autumn a special place in the hearts of the UK public.

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Natural World

The ³ÉÈË¿ìÊÖ Natural History Unit's classic strand of wildlife documentaries returns with in-depth stories about exceptional animals, photographed by the world's leading wildlife cameramen.

Natural World films take the audience to some of the most beautiful parts of the planet to reveal the fascinating relationship between humans and animals.

Subjects for the new season include the reintroduction of the Giant Panda in China; a journey through India in search of its deadliest snakes; a study of Elsa, the lioness who changed the world, and a portrait of a very British obsession with butterflies.

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