Kevin McCloud’s ground-breaking property series, Grand Designs, celebrates its 25th anniversary in tonight’s episode on Channel 4 at 9pm. The show, originally seen as aspirational, now highlights the challenges of self-building in the midst of a housing crisis. The episode showcases some of the most ambitious, green, and emotionally draining designs over the years.
BBC One offers The Repair Shop at 8pm, where vintage bike enthusiast Dominic Chinea works on a kid’s motorbike handbuilt by a father. Other heirlooms receiving makeovers include a suede handbag and an Indian ceremonial coat.
At 8pm on ITV1, The National Television Awards will reveal the best dramas, documentaries, and comedies of the year. Hosted by Joel Dommett, the event will see Britain’s telly stars gather at the O2 arena.
Celebrities continue their epic journey in Celebrity Race Across the World on BBC One at 9pm, as they travel across Argentina. The final leg tests teams’ speed and frugality as the finishing line draws near.
BBC Two offers The Zelensky Story at 9pm, exploring the rise of Ukraine’s president, an actor and comedian who mirrored his TV role.
Also on BBC Four at 10pm, Sally Wainwright Remembers… Happy Valley reflects on the success of the British drama. The film choice of the night is Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein on Sky Cinema Greats at 8pm.
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