Finally, it’s here! Dead Set starts tonight and I can’t wait! I hope it’s going to be as good as its billing claims it is because I’ll be an unhappy camper otherwise. Anyway, here’s what else is on tonight…

Dragons’ Den: Outside The Den, BBC2, 7pm ~ Dragons’ Den: Theo Paphitis’ Story:

The first of five programmes giving an insight into the lives of the shrewd investors from the popular series. Theo Paphitis’ wife and children talk about their luxurious lifestyle, while the businessman reveals how a humble upbringing made him determined to forge a successful career. Plus, the progress of an entrepreneur who walked away from an offer made by the multi-millionaire. Read more & comment »

Tonight sees the start of Britannia High which if it doesn’t live up to all the hype is in danger of flopping horribly but I guess we’ll see tonight how it’s going to shape up. There’s also some great films on tonight and I’ll be watching Alive at 7pm and probably Saw II as well! Nothing like frightening yourself witless of a Sunday is there?

Britannia High, ITV1, 6.15pm ~ The much touted musical drama begins tonight following talented students at a performing arts school as they chase their dreams of stardom. As a group of youngsters arrives for the start of a new year, Danny falls for the charms of new girl Lauren, but she feels insecure alongside her confident fellow students and begins to wonder if she’s really cut out for stardom. Mark Benton stars as the school head, with Adam Garcia as dance mentor Stefan. Featuring original music by Gary Barlow and choreography by Arlene Phillips.

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I’m so fed up with Strictly and X Factor clashing! I’m sure it’s on purpose and so unnecessary given that most people will just record one or the other but for those of us who don’t have Sky+ it’s really irritating!

OK, rant over… anyway, there are lots of great shows on tonight so let’s take a look at them.

Merlin, BBC1, 5.50pm ~ A Remedy to Cure All Ills: This show is rapidly achieving a devoted group of fans and tonight, Morgana succumbs to a mysterious illness and a new physician arrives in Camelot just in time to cure her. Uther is impressed by the stranger’s abilities but Gaius becomes suspicious and enlists the help of his friend Geoffrey of Monmouth to find out more about the newcomer.

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Well, it’s the weekend again and there’s some great viewing tonight for those of us without social lives who’ll be in with the box for company!

Fossil Detectives, BBC2, 7pm ~ Central England: In the first of this new series, Hermione Cockburn investigates some of the world’s most important fossil discoveries and the science used to study them. The journey begins in the heart of England as Hermione offers new insight into the iconic dinosaur tyrannosaurus rex and meets David Attenborough, who recalls his early days as a fossil detective. This is the sort of show that Ross from friends would Sky+.

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Well, I have to say, tonight’s TV isn’t all that great, with the exception of the 9pm slot which has several good shows, but I think I’ll be watching Mum, Heroin and Me on C4. The scenario of a heroin addicted child must rank as one of a parent’s worst nightmares, and this programme is testament to what a parent will do to keep a child alive.

So let’s take a look at what else is on tonight…

Emmerdale, ITV1, 7pm ~ In an hour long episode tonight, Anna’s feelings for Matthew become more confused than ever as their physical relationship intensifies, but when she questions him about a business deal he reacts angrily. Donna receives a good reception on her return to work while a worried Debbie tries to ensure Andy doesn’t get access to Sarah.

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Yippee, it’s Wednesday, which means The Family time again on Channel 4 at 9pm. How sad that I live for Wednesdays… hey ho. Here’s our top recommendations for your gogglebox delight tonight…

Who Do You Think You Are? BBC2, 7pm ~ Jodie Kidd: Former model and current Strictly Come Dancing contestant Jodie Kidd researches her family history tonight, exploring the lives of her titled great-grandparents; Canadian-born newspaper magnate Lord Beaverbrook and Newcastle shipbuilder Rowland Hodge. In Canada she hopes to discover how far back her roots go on the other side of the Atlantic, while letters written by Winston Churchill and King George V shed further light on her ancestors.

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Yet again, football takes over the primetime slot on ITV1 which is exceptionally annoying, however, there’s plenty of great programming on the other channels so let’s take a look at what we recommend you watch tonight…

Elephants of Samburu, BBC2, 7pm ~ Part one of two: Saba Douglas-Hamilton presents this programme directly from the Samburu reserve in Kenya. Using amazing footage, we get an insight into the lives and loves of Africa’s elephants. In this first installment, the park’s biggest male fights over a female, an orphaned elephant is rescued and a baby gets into trouble in a flooded river.

Eastenders, BBC1, 7.30pm ~ The Masoods finally admit defeat and decide to close the post office, much to the disappointment of Dot who immediately sets about organising a campaign to keep it open. Billy reaches the end of his tether with Jay and Max realises Tanya’s been lying to him.

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Back to work again today but fear not, there’s plenty on TV tonight to console yourself with!

Here are our recommendations for tonight’s viewing…

Legends: The Chieftains, BBC2, 7pm ~ Profile of the band who helped to save Irish traditional music from disappearing and spread its popularity across the world over the last 45 years. Featuring interviews with the current band members and tributes from fans including Keith Richards, Sting, Elvis Costello, Sir James Galway and Andrea Corr.

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There’s another great line-up on telly tonight with so many good shows on around the 9pm slot, we’re spoilt for choice!

Here’s what we recommend you take a look at tonight…

Ian Fleming: Where Bond Began, BBC1, 6.10pm ~ Bond fans/geeks are going to love this documentary! On the centenary of his birth, and on the eve of the release of the 22nd James Bond film, Quantum of Solace, former Bond girl Joanna Lumley investigates the life of Ian Fleming. Her journey takes her from London to Jamaica, and sees her surrounded by 24 million pounds worth of diamonds, as she discovers how Fleming poured his personal experiences of war-time espionage, love, luxury and death into his most alluring literary creation.

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It’s the battle of the reality shows tonight as Strictly and X Factor go head to head in a battle for viewer numbers, but for those of you who aren’t in the least bit interested, we’ve got lots of recommendations for what else to watch tonight during primetime…

A Place in the Sun, Discovery Travel & Living, 6pm ~ Lanzarote: If you’re dreaming of a warmer climate, then Discovery T&L has a whole evening dedicated to this show. In this episode, Steve Cox and Varinder Dhami check out a resort apartment and a countryside villa. Presented by Amanda Lamb.

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Yippee! It’s the weekend again and so a host of brill TV shows are on. Here’s what’s worth a watch tonight…

A Question of Sport, BBC1, 7pm ~ The seemingly ageless Sue Barker hosts the quick-fire sport quiz with tonight’s guests, Olympic rowing gold medallist Zac Purchase, Tottenham Hotspur midfielder David Bentley, heavyweight boxer David Haye and England rugby union international David Strettle who join team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell.

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Tonight’s telly is a tad slim-pickin’s in my opinion but there are a couple of highlights; notably a documentary about the real-life events surrounding the Apollo 13 drama that was subsequently made into a film and the story about John Darwin who attempted to defraud a life insurance company into believing he was dead.

Here’s what else is on tonight…

Lights, Camera, Animals, BBC2, 6.30pm ~ This intriguing programme documents animals in the world of TV and film and tonight, Sykes the terrier cross is given a role on Heartbeat, where she has to play dead, while Yorkshire terrier Tinkerbell competes alongside much bigger animals at a display show. Plus, the excitement of performing gets too much for Blanco the albino rat.

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It’s another action packed Wednesday night on telly but as always on a Wednesday, my top recommendation is for The Family on Channel 4 at 9pm. I don’t know what I’ll do with myself when this series ends… I hope the Hughes’ have a blog or something that we can keep track of them with!

Here’s what’s good on the boxerooni tonight…

The Dog Whisperer, Sky 3, 7pm ~ Brady, Bandit and Hootie: In tonight’s show, the amazing dog whisperer Cesar deals with a labrador that’s obsessed with water, and he meets a chihuahua that won’t stop biting its own legs. It’s a bit like Supernanny for pooches.

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Well I have to say that tonight’s TV isn’t hugely inspiring but we’ve rooted around the telly schedules to find you a few worth-watching shows, one of which is Nature Shock on Five at 8pm. Some of the footage and findings in this show are amazing and it’s well worth a look.

Here’s what else is on tonight…

Emmerdale, ITV1, 7pm ~ A frustrated Andy discharges himself from hospital and begins searching for Sarah, lashing out at anyone who stands in his way. After Daz witnesses him attack Jo and Debbie, the farmer sinks deeper into despair before Diane talks him into facing up to his problems. Shane goads Jake into hitting him by claiming to have slept with Jasmine and the lad finds himself facing a night in the cells.

Highland Emergency, Five, 7.30pm ~ The staff at Dr MacKinnon Memorial Hospital on the Isle of Skye anxiously await the arrival of an injured climber who’s been airlifted from the Cuillin mountains. Meanwhile, the crew of RAF Lossiemouth’s Rescue 137 set out to help a 19-year-old Dutch climber who fell down a ridge while walking on Ben Ledi. Fascinating series that follows medical services in some of the most beautiful but hostile terrain in Britain.

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Another action packed telly night tonight with the start of the much touted ‘murder week’ on Corrie being one of my highlights tonight… I don’t get out much!

Here’s what else is on offer…

Strictly Come Dancing - It Takes Two, BBC2, 6.30pm ~ Claudia Winkleman hosts the daily fanzine which tonight features an interview with the recently ousted couple and footage of rehearsals. Craig Revel Horwood drops in to discuss the judges decision.

Emmerdale, ITV1, 7pm ~ Lily tries to con the factory workers into believing they misread the raffle ticket and didn’t win the car, leaving Pearl to take the blame for the apparent mistake. Diane explains to Victoria that Andy’s been abusing Jo but Daz refuses to believe his brother’s guilty. Elsewhere, Jake makes an effort to impress Jasmine.

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