BBC One WM HD TV Guide & Viewing Schedule
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New: Pointless
38/47. Alexander Armstrong is joined by co-host Susan Wokoma for the quiz where contestants try to score as few points as possible by coming up with the answers no-one else could think of. [S] [HD]
BBC News
The latest national and international news from the BBC. [S] [HD]
Midlands Today
The latest news, sport and weather for the Midlands. [S] [HD]
The One Show
Radio 2's Sara Cox, EastEnders icon Tameka Empson and Saturday Night Live UK comedians Ania Magliano and Paddy Young join Alex and Clara on the sofa. [S] [HD]
The Travelling Auctioneers
5/20. Izzie discovers a cache of jewellery and musical instruments, while JJ takes on a massive renovation job as they help a pharmacist turned funny woman realise her downsizing dream. [S] [HD]
Celebrity MasterChef
9/15. This heat's remaining celebrities return to battle for a place in the semi-finals. [S,AD] [HD]
Would I Lie to You?
7/11. John Cooper Clarke, Lucia Keskin, Kadiff Kirwan and Sara Pascoe join Rob, Lee and David. [S] [HD]
Mrs Brown's Boys
2/6. Agnes is disappointed when Cathy decides to undergo surgery to impress her boyfriend. Contains strong language and adult humour. [S,AD] [HD]
BBC News and Weather
The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide. [S] [HD]
Midlands Today
The latest news, sport and weather for the Midlands. [S] [HD]
RuPaul's Drag Race UK
1/10. Mama Ru's back with new queens and judges Michelle Visage, Alan Carr and Thandiwe Newton. Contains some strong language and adult humour. [S] [HD]
Alan Carr's Picture Slam
1/8. Attempting to Picture Slam their way to £10,000 are friends Lou and Jude from Grimsby, cousins Sibtain and Umar from London and Nottingham, and friends Steph and Jo from Barry. [S] [HD]
Weather for the Week Ahead
Detailed weather forecast. [S] [HD]
BBC News
BBC One joins the BBC's rolling news channel for a night of news. [S] [HD]
BBC News
BBC One joins the BBC's rolling news channel for a night of news. [S] [HD]
Breakfast
The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team. [S] [HD]
Saturday Kitchen Live
Matt Tebbutt is joined by chefs Yotam Ottolenghi and Poppy O'Toole, and by special guest Ben Miller. Drinks expert Helen McGinn picks the wines to go with the studio dishes. [S] [HD]
Anna Haugh's Big Irish Food Tour
15/15. Shayne Ward invites Anna along as he retraces his Irish Traveller roots in County Louth. They meet one of Ireland's last remaining tinsmiths and harvest cabbages at a local farm. [S] [HD]
BBC News
The latest national and international news from the BBC. [S] [HD]
Weather
The latest weather forecast. [S] [HD]
Keith Andrews: The Football Interview
Bold, in-depth conversations full of insight about the nation's favourite sport. [S] [HD]
MOTD Live: Women's Super...
...League: Chelsea v Aston Villa. Live coverage of Chelsea v Aston Villa in the Women's Super League. [S] [HD]
Homes Under the Hammer
A massive multimillion-pound unit in London is up for grabs- but what to do with it? In Norfolk, Jacqui's view of the beautiful countryside is being blocked. [S,AD] [HD]
Final Score
Jason Mohammad and guests bring you all the goals, latest news, analysis, reaction and interviews from the afternoon's biggest football matches. [S] [HD]
BBC News
The latest national and international news from the BBC. [S] [HD]
Midlands Today
The latest news, sport and weather for the Midlands. [S] [HD]
Weather
The latest weather forecast. [S] [HD]
The Hit List
7/9. Teams from Edinburgh, Leicestershire and Ellesmere Port compete to win up to £10,000. Which pair will able to name the hits before their opponents? [S] [HD]
Alan Carr's Celebrity Picture Slam
8/9. Picturing a £10,000 win for their charities are radio hosts Will Best and Fleur East, TV's Gareth Malone and Steph McGovern, and funny women Ellie Taylor and Jamie-Lee O'Donnell. [S] [HD]
Pointless Celebrities
Suzie Lee, Shaun Williamson, Phil Tufnell, Steve Pemberton, Kelli Young, Helen Lederer, Charlie Higson and Cariad Lloyd try to come up with the answers no-one else could think of. [S] [HD]
Casualty: 40th Anniversary
Lives hang in the balance as a huge firebomb lights up the skies of Holby. Contains some scenes which some viewers may find upsetting. [S,AD] [HD]
Casualty: 40th Anniversary
As the team look to Dylan for guidance in their hour of need, does he have the strength to keep fighting? Contains some scenes which some viewers may find upsetting. [S,AD] [HD]
Ghosts
3/6. Can the ghosts get back into Alison's good books after she gives them the biggest telling off of their lives/deaths? Alison and Mike learn that relaxation is harder than it looks. [S,AD] [HD]
BBC News
The latest national and international news from the BBC. [S] [HD]
Weather
The latest weather forecast. [S] [HD]
Match of the Day
Gabby Logan presents highlights of eight Premier League matches, including Hull City v Aston Villa, Manchester City v Coventry, Fulham v Crystal Palace and Newcastle v Bournemouth. [S] [HD]
Brighton Rock (2010)
Adaptation of Graham Greene's thriller, relocated to 1960s Brighton. Starring Sam Riley. Contains very strong language and some violent scenes. [2010] [S,AD] [HD]
Weather for the Week Ahead
Detailed weather forecast. [S] [HD]
BBC News
BBC One joins the BBC's rolling news channel for a night of news. [S] [HD]
Breakfast
The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team. [S] [HD]
Match of the Day
Gabby Logan presents highlights of eight Premier League matches, including Hull City v Aston Villa, Manchester City v Coventry, Fulham v Crystal Palace and Newcastle v Bournemouth. [S] [HD]
Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg
The big names behind the big stories. Laura Kuenssberg talks to those making the news, inside and outside politics. [S] [HD]
Prayer and Reflection from St...
...Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh. We join St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh for a traditional Presbyterian Christmas service during the month of Advent to reflect on the coming of Jesus Christ. [S] [HD]
Sunday Morning Live
3/23. Sean Fletcher and Holly Hamilton host the show that puts the heart and soul into Sundays, bringing faith and ethics to the discussions that matter most. [S] [HD]
Money for Nothing
18/20. Carwyn thinks a tired table has 'electrifying' potential, while Sarah sees a profit in a quirky dining set. [S] [HD]
Bargain Hunt
Roo Irvine and the teams shop for antiques in Northamptonshire with experts Gary Pe and Tim Weeks. Roo also learns about the history of corsetry. [S,AD] [HD]
BBC News
The latest national and international news from the BBC. [S] [HD]
Weather for the Week Ahead
Detailed weather forecast. [S] [HD]
Songs of Praise: Faith and the Senses
Aled Jones is in London to meet Christians using all five senses in different ways to help deepen faith in themselves and others. [S] [HD]
Lifeline
Abbey Clancy and Peter Crouch present an appeal on behalf of Variety, the Children's Charity. [S,AD] [HD]
Escape to the Country
16/55. Wanting to escape south London, a mother and son meet up with Sonali Shah in the Lothians, where they want to find their ideal rural retreat, complete with an art studio. [S,AD] [HD]
Back to the Future
Marty McFly is always late - until the day he finds himself 30 years early! [1985] [S,AD] [HD]
Hamza: African Birds of Prey
Hamza Yassin embarks on an epic journey to film Kenya's most spectacular birds of prey. He discovers the mounting threats these raptors face and learns why protecting them is vital. [S,AD] [HD]
BBC One WM HD is the dedicated high-definition regional television channel for the West Midlands, combining national BBC One programming with localized regional news, current affairs, and local opt-outs. This TV guide provides an overview of how to navigate daily broadcast schedules, track regional opt-outs, and stay updated with today's and tonight's television listings.
About BBC One WM HD
BBC One WM HD serves as the primary regional flagship channel for viewers in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom, operated by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). The channel offers a high-definition (HD) simulcast of the main national BBC One network while providing tailored regional programming such as local news bulletins, regional current affairs programs, and localized public service announcements.
- Broadcaster: British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
- Region Served: West Midlands, England
- Broadcast Standard: High Definition (HD)
- Primary Focus: National news, entertainment, regional news, drama, and public service broadcasting
By delivering regional opt-outs in high definition, the channel ensures that local viewers receive regional coverage like Midlands Today with the visual clarity of HD broadcasting.
BBC One WM HD TV Guide & Schedule Overview
Using a regional TV guide allows viewers to stay informed about daily broadcast schedules, ensuring they catch both network-wide programs and local news updates. The daily lineup on BBC One WM HD follows a structured format that blends national BBC One network output with distinct regional windows.
How the Schedule is Structured
- Morning & Daytime: Features national news updates, breakfast broadcasting, lifestyle programs, topical discussion shows, and regional news summaries throughout the morning and afternoon.
- Early Evening: Houses flagship regional news broadcasts, where the national feed opts out to deliver dedicated West Midlands news coverage.
- Primetime & Evening: Contains premier drama series, documentaries, entertainment programs, comedies, and national news updates.
- Late Night: Features overnight news coverage, current affairs, repeat broadcasts, and films.
Because television schedules can change due to breaking news events, live sports broadcasts, or regional schedule updates, viewers should consult the latest TV listings for exact broadcast times on any given date.
TV Guide Listings for Tonight on BBC One WM HD
Checking the tv guide listings for tonight helps viewers plan their evening television viewing across primetime hours. Evening broadcasts on BBC One WM HD typically combine major national network programming with essential local updates for West Midlands audiences.
Evening Programming Highlights
A typical evening sequence on BBC One WM HD includes:
- National & Regional News Bulletins: Early evening coverage connecting national headlines with localized news directly affecting the West Midlands.
- Primetime Entertainment & Drama: Major series, factual programming, gameshows, and high-budget drama productions shared across the national network.
- Late Regional Updates: Brief late-night local news updates following main evening national news broadcasts.
To check specific times for tonight's shows, consult the current daily listings chart, as broadcast times vary slightly depending on scheduling adjustments or extended live broadcasts.
Programming Categories on BBC One WM HD
BBC One WM HD covers a broad range of programming genres designed to serve diverse audience interests across the West Midlands and the UK:
- News & Current Affairs: Comprehensive national reporting alongside regional reporting covering West Midlands politics, communities, and local developments.
- Drama & Fiction: High-definition drama series, long-running serial dramas, and miniseries.
- Documentaries & Factual: In-depth explorations of history, science, nature, social issues, and regional stories.
- Entertainment & Comedy: Panel shows, Saturday night entertainment series, stand-up specials, and sitcoms.
- Live Events & Sports: Major national events, ceremonial broadcasts, and selected sporting coverage.
How to Use the TV Schedule Effectively
Navigating the television guide efficiently ensures you never miss your favorite regional or national programs. Follow these simple steps when checking schedule information:
- Confirm the Date: Select today's date or choose a future date to inspect upcoming daily schedules.
- Check Regional Windows: Pay attention to early evening and late-night slots where regional news replaces national programming.
- Verify Program Times: Review exact start and end times to accommodate live events or extended broadcasts.
- Account for Time Zones: Ensure your viewing time aligns with UK local time (GMT/BST), particularly when streaming or watching from adjacent service regions.
Viewing and Distribution Information
BBC One WM HD is accessible across major digital television platforms in the West Midlands region. Viewers can access the channel via terrestrial television (Freeview), satellite platforms (Sky and Freesat), cable providers (Virgin Media), and online streaming via BBC iPlayer.
| Platform | Regional Availability | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Freeview / Terrestrial | West Midlands Coverage Area | High Definition (HD) |
| Sky / Satellite | UK-wide (regional channel mapping) | High Definition (HD) |
| Freesat | UK-wide (regional channel mapping) | High Definition (HD) |
| Virgin Media / Cable | West Midlands Cable Footprint | High Definition (HD) |
| BBC iPlayer / Online | UK-wide (Location-based regional selection) | HD Live Stream & On-Demand |
Understanding Regional Schedule Variations
While the majority of BBC One WM HD matches the national BBC One network schedule, regional variations occur at specific times during the day. The most prominent regional opt-outs occur during flagship news slots (such as weekday early evenings) and occasional regional current affairs programming.
If you are viewing from outside the West Midlands via digital satellite or online streaming platforms, ensure you have selected the BBC One WM regional variant to receive local West Midlands broadcasts rather than another regional feed or the default national network output.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BBC One WM HD TV Guide?
The BBC One WM HD TV guide provides schedule details, broadcast times, and program listings for BBC One in the West Midlands, featuring national network shows alongside regional West Midlands programming in high definition.
What is on BBC One WM HD tonight?
Tonight's schedule typically features national news, regional news bulletins like Midlands Today, primetime dramas, documentaries, and entertainment shows. Check the latest evening listings table for specific times and shows tonight.
How does BBC One WM HD differ from standard BBC One?
BBC One WM HD offers the complete BBC One national schedule in high definition while incorporating localized regional news and opt-out broadcasts tailored specifically for viewers in the West Midlands.
Where can I find today's BBC One WM HD TV schedule?
You can view today's complete programming guide on this page, through electronic program guides (EPG) on your TV receiver, or via the official BBC iPlayer schedule section.
Can BBC One WM HD schedules change unexpectedly?
Yes, broadcast times can shift due to live news developments, extended sports coverage, or special national broadcasts. Checking updated daily listings helps ensure you have the most current times.