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Week 09/10: Sat 29th February - Friday 6th March 2020

The Trouble with Maggie

Cole Wednesday,

9pm Dawn French

heads an all-star cast in this new six-part series.

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Weekly highlights


James Martin continues his weekend series, with everyone’s favourite television chef sharing his love of good food, his cars and his dogs, Cooper and Ralph.

The host is joined by chef Lenny Carr-Roberts, actor Greg Wise, chocolatier Ali Pope and chef Clare Smyth as they put their collective talents to the test to serve up a mouth-watering array of treats. Plus, Oz Clarke tests the market’s Fairtrade wines.

James Martin’s Saturday MorningSaturday, 9.30am29th FebruaryITV

The dynamic duo continue the Happiest 90 Minutes of the Week, featuring celebrity guests, surprises, Ant Vs Dec and the End Of The Show Show.

The boys are back for more fun and games, surprises, stunts and pranks. They’re joined by Rob Brydon, who is in the studio as the Star Guest Announcer, while chart-topping singer Anne-Marie hits the stage for a knockout End Of The Show Show.

Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night TakeawaySaturday, 7pm29th FebruaryITV

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The talent series continues as Emma Willis presents the singing competition. The hopefuls will be giving it their all - but do any have what it takes to be a star?

The Battle Rounds continue as the wannabes look to secure a spot on their coach’s team. Not everyone can make it - but will will.i.am, Meghan, Tom or Olly pick up the rejected hopefuls for their own squad - or will their adventure be over?

The Voice UKSaturday, 8.30pm29th FebruaryITV

Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield present as The Greatest Show on Ice hits the rink and the remaining couples perform for the judges. Who will impress?

We reach the semi-final, and no-one wants to fall at the final hurdle. Tonight, the remaining celebs each perform twice, but who will the judges put into next week’s showpiece? There’s also a spectacular performance from Cirque du Soleil.

Dancing on IceSunday, 6pm1st MarchITV

Weekly highlights


First of a new detective drama set in Bath pairing the ambitious DCI McDonald with the shy, modest DS Dodds - starring Tala Gouveia and Jason Watkins.

A man is shot dead in the deserted mansion of prominent industrialist and inventor Maxton Crockett. Chalk-and-cheese detectives DCI McDonald and DS Dodds face up to a tangled web of lies as they try to discover who the murderer is.

McDonald & DoddsSunday, 8pm1st MarchITV

The first in a six-part series looking at St Davids - a tiny city by the sea - featuring many of the people who live in the wildlife haven and adventurer’s paradise.

The documentary begins as everyone enjoys the hottest summer to hit the UK in decades. St Davids is a place of pilgrimage, but how will the locals who live in Britain’s smallest city deal with the busiest tourist season they’ve ever had?

St David’s: Britain’s Smallest CityMonday, 8pm2nd MarchITV

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The second series of the hit drama, starring Katherine Kelly, Ioan Gruffudd and Joanne Froggatt, begins. Andrew is gone, but is still causing problems for Laura.

Three weeks on from his disappearance, Laura is relieved to hear Andrew has been found dead. However, it is soon revealed he was murdered, and she is soon drawn back into his destructive path as DI Renton and DS Maxwell launch an investigation.

LiarMonday, 9pm2nd MarchITV

The first of a four-part series in which Dr Ranj Singh and Kylie Pentelow look at the latest techniques saving lives and dispense practical medical advice.

In this opener, Dr Ranj explains how to spot, treat and deal with some of the most common illnesses, before heading out on patrol with West Mids Ambulance Service. Plus, Kylie Pentelow looks at techniques that could save the NHS millions of pounds.

Dr Ranj: On CallTuesday, 7.30pm3rd MarchITV

Weekly highlights


Alan Titchmarsh and his team of gardening experts return, sharing inspirational ideas as they transform the outdoor spaces of the nation’s most deserving people.

Alan is in Birmingham to create a sensational space for The Cake Lady - a charity volunteer who has made cakes for more than 9,000 injured servicemen and women. As well as beds of fresh ingredients - the garden will feature a fully equipped kitchen.

Love Your GardenTuesday, 8pm3rd MarchITV

As Britain is battered by extreme weather, this documentary visits the country’s hardest-hit areas to gain a perspective on the devastation caused by flooding.

The film uses exclusive access to the Environment Agency - who have the seemingly impossible take of stemming the flow in recent months - to ask whether flooding is something we should get used to, and what more can be done to protect us.

Britain Underwater: Fighting the FloodsTuesday, 9pm3rd MarchITV

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Series in which former football manager and King of the Jungle Harry Redknapp invites viewers to find out more about the place he calls home - Sandbanks.

Harry is joined by Nick Knowles and Rita Simons as he attends the British Beach Polo Championships and music festival Sandfest. His guests go head-to-head in a polo penalty shoot-out, before Harry raps on stage with DJ Luck & MC Neat.

Harry Redknapp’s Sandbanks SummerWednesday, 8pm4th MarchITV

The first in a new six-part drama starring Dawn French as Maggie Cole - a self-appointed oracle who causes chaos in her close-knit community.

Historian Maggie is flattered when a radio show asks her to speak about village life. However, her mouth gets the better of her and she shares too much detail about the private lives of her fellow villagers, changing the lives of everyone in an instant.

The Trouble with Maggie ColeWednesday, 9pm4th MarchITV

Weekly highlights


Ibiza WeekenderSunday, 9pm1st MarchITV2

Join the Ibiza reps for another episode of fun and flirting in the hot Mediterranean sun as they do their best to keep their guests happy, and to have some fun as well.

A determined El Jefe plans to get tough on the team and end all the recent dramas - but will the threat of being sacked be enough to pull the reps into line? The pressure is on for Callum and Tash, who have one weekend to prove they are good enough to stay.

More escapades from the Smith family, paragons of American virtue who count an alcoholic alien and a ski-jumper trapped in a goldfish’s body among their number.

When the family accuse Francine of being a quitter, she decides to prove them all wrong by becoming a bodybuilder, but her commitment soon drives her over the edge. Meanwhile, Klaus makes the questionable claim that he invented the high five.

American Dad!Monday, 9.30pm 2nd March ITV2

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Real Housewives of Potomac Sunday, 10pm 1st MarchITVBe

Season four of the series following six women living in the affluent city of Potomac, Maryland continues, and the heat is rising for the housewives.

Candiace and Ashley finally manage to settle their differences after a talk, and not a moment too late as it’s time for the group holiday to the Cayman Islands. While most of the housewives enjoy the sun, seas and good vibes, Robyn confronts Gizelle.

Sam & Billie Faiers: The Mummy Diaries Wednesday, 9pm 4th MarchITVBe

TOWIE stars Sam and Billie Faiers are back for a brand new series of the reality show following their adventures as young mums living life in the media spotlight.

The sisters attend Sam’s launch party together, but things soon turn heated when the topic of babies comes up. Also, it’s Rosie’s second birthday, and Sam puts on a no-expense-spared joint birthday party for her and Paul. Arthur learns a new word.

Weekly highlights


Doc MartinFriday, 8pm & 9pm6th MarchITV3

Comedy-drama set on the Cornish coastline starring Martin Clunes as the gruff but loveable Doc Martin, a GP in a quiet fishing village full of eccentric characters.

A GMC representative comes to oversee Martin’s work at the surgery, pushing his career ever closer to extinction. Al manages to accidentally propose to Morwenna, and Mrs Tishell finds a new lease on life. Mel gets involved in a complex family affair.

A chance to catch up with older episodes of one of the nation’s most beloved and long-running soaps as we open up the Corrie back catalogue for a week of classics.

Rachel bores her staff with wedding plans, Martin feels the guilt over his infidelity, Ken is left shocked by Deirdre’s plans to emigrate, Denise goes into labour at Jim’s cafe, Derek goes on a new diet, Curly clings to a lost cause, and Bet does a good deed.

Classic Coronation StreetMonday-Friday, 2.50pm & 3.20pm2nd-6th MarchITV3

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Giant Lobster HuntersMonday, 9pm2nd MarchITV4

Reality drama on the high seas with six Australian lobster boat captains risking everything to catch the prized seafood delicacy over the winter hunting season.

There’s only 10 weeks left until the hunting will be over for the season, and the lobstermen know it’s their last chance to make a good haul before the spring thaw. Who will make all the right decisions and come back home with a fishy fortune in tow?

Rishi Persad presents full coverage of The Players Championship, the second event in the Coral Series, with Stephen Hendry, Alan McManus, and Neal Foulds.

With only a handful of players left, everything is up for grabs as we head into the final sessions of this year’s event. Will Ronnie O’Sullivan manage a third successive win, or will another world class contender snap up the £125,000 top prize?

Snooker: Players Championship LiveSaturday, 6.45pmSunday, 12.45pm & 6.50pm29th February & 1st MarchITV4

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RobozunaSaturday, 8.30am29th FebruaryCITV

Animated sci-fi action following the orphaned tech genius Ariston and his homemade robot friend Mangle as they fight to liberate their homeland from evil.

The wicked Danuvia returns to Robozuna and seizes power, ordering Feronia’s arrest for high treason. The Freebot Fighters need to organise themselves quickly and mount a daring rescue mission to free her from Danuvia’s grasp, before it’s too late.

Frenetic animated action with the Powerpuff Girls, superhero sisters made from sugar, spice, and everything nice, who keep the city of Townsville safe from evil.

The girls get brain freezes from Mojo Jojo’s evil ice cream, make a deal with a devil without realising the consequences, start playing football to the delight of the professor, put on a fancy dinner party for aliens, and keep an eye on a priceless gem.

The Powerpuff GirlsMonday-Friday, 4.30pm & 4.45pm2nd-6th MarchCITV

The Hub Top 10


01 | Tyson Fury: Gypsy King Broadcast - 19th February. Documentary following heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury and his family as he trains for the biggest fight of his life.

02 | Cilla: The Lost Tapes Broadcast - 19th February. An intimate portrait of Cilla Black using footage from her personal video collection and the memories of those who knew her best.

03 | Harry Redknapp’s Sandbanks Summer Broadcast -19th February. Follow the exploits of Harry Redknapp and his friends across a busy summer.

04 | Coronation StreetBroadcast - 19th February. Chesney burns his bridges with Freshco, while Ed blames Danny for leading James astray. Sally scares Abi off from Kevin.

05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 19th February. Mandy continues with her campaign, while Will struggles to escape his feelings of guilt. Harriet seeks out those she can ask for help.

06 | The BRIT Awards - Broadcast 18th February. Jack Whitehall hosts the 40th BRIT Awards ceremony, featuring performances from a line-up including Billie Eilish and Stormzy.

07 | The Masked Singer Broadcast - 15th February. It’s the Grand Final - and TV’s biggest musical mystery is about to be solved. The final three masked singers compete to be crowned the ultimate champion.

08 | Cold Feet Broadcast - 17th February. Adam and Karen’s bright future is thrown into jeopardy by an unusual offer. Jenny braces herself for the results of her latest mammogram.

09 | The Martin Lewis Money Show Broadcast - 17th February. Martin tackles consumer rights when buying in-store and online, and looks at the best mortgage rates on the market.

10 | Dancing on Ice Broadcast - 16th February. The Greatest Show on Ice is reaching its final stages, and the celebrities and their partners are working hard for every point available.

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