Face to Face With Britain's Most Dangerous Snake

Get ready for another action-packed episode of Animal 24:7, following the dedicated professionals who work around the clock to protect animals and the public. In East London, dangerous dogs officer Tina Delaney investigates reports of illegal Pit Bull-type dogs. Tensions rise as one suspect escapes police, another dog is seized in a busy park, and an emotional family faces an uncertain future when their beloved pet is taken away for assessment under the Dangerous Dogs Act. Later, a surprise court decision leads to an unforgettable reunion. Meanwhile, in the stunning Lake District, country vet Andrew Robinson races against time to save a cow suffering from life-threatening milk fever before tackling a difficult midnight birth where an unborn calf is trapped upside down. Plus, join the RSPCA as they rescue a frightened roe deer trapped in a suburban garden, and watch Andrew perform a delicate hoof operation on a sedated zebra at a wildlife park. From dramatic rescues and emotional reunions to life-or-death veterinary emergencies, this episode showcases the extraordinary work of the people who dedicate their lives to helping animals

In this episode of Animal 24:7, dedicated animal rescuers face dramatic challenges as they work around the clock to protect animals in danger. RSPCA Inspector Claire Ponsford takes on a terrifying high-rise rescue when two abandoned cats are discovered in a sixth-floor flat — with one trapped alone on a balcony. Meanwhile, Inspector Anthony Joynes squeezes into a narrow septic tank to save a stranded goose, before embarking on a tense mission to free injured swans tangled in dangerous fishing line. Elsewhere, Tom joins conservationists in Shropshire for a rare encounter with Britain’s only venomous snake. By collecting DNA samples from threatened adders, scientists hope to better understand their declining populations and help secure the future of this remarkable native species. The episode also follows the heartbreaking case of two abandoned Staffordshire Bull Terriers found injured and neglected — and the emotional journey that gives them a second chance at a happier life. From daring rescues to vital wildlife conservation, Animal 24:7 reveals the extraordinary work of the people who never stop fighting for animals in need.

Take an in-depth look inside one of Britain's largest Muslim communities in this compelling documentary exploring everyday life in Sheffield's Page Hall. Meet the families who have built their lives over generations, discover the traditions that continue to shape the community, and hear first-hand accounts of what it's like living in one of the UK's most talked-about neighbourhoods. From family values and religious celebrations to cultural traditions, property ownership, and community life, this documentary offers a rare and balanced insight into a part of Britain that is often discussed but rarely understood. Alongside long-time residents and newer generations, the film explores how identity, heritage, and integration have evolved over the decades, revealing the challenges, successes, and stories behind one remarkable community. If you enjoy documentaries about British society, culture, immigration, and real-life communities, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more fascinating documentaries every week.

How much oil is left - and what happens when the world’s most important energy source becomes harder, riskier and more expensive to extract? This compelling energy documentary investigates the global dependence on crude oil, the theory of peak oil and the environmental dangers of deep-sea drilling. Beginning with the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, it examines how technological failures, financial pressure and difficult drilling conditions contributed to one of the worst oil spills in history. Travel from oil fields in Austria and Saudi Arabia to research centres in Europe, Canadian oil sands and offshore platforms in the Gulf of Mexico. Scientists, geologists, engineers and industry experts reveal how oil is formed, how new reserves are discovered and why many of the world’s largest oil fields may be declining. The documentary also explores enhanced oil recovery, horizontal drilling, water injection, polymer technology, Arctic exploration and the enormous financial and environmental costs of extracting unconventional oil. It investigates the use of chemical dispersants during the Deepwater Horizon cleanup and questions their impact on marine ecosystems and human

In this episode of Benefits Street, a single mom struggles to raise two children alone after escaping an abusive relationship, determined to build a better future despite life on benefits. As she pursues her dream of becoming a model, another father battling addiction desperately tries to reconnect with his children after years apart. Elsewhere, families facing unemployment, poverty, and food insecurity rely on food banks and welfare just to survive. This powerful documentary reveals the emotional realities of life on one of Britain's most talked-about streets, where hope, hardship, and resilience go hand in hand.

Journey across Britain with leading archaeologists as they unearth ground-breaking discoveries that rewrite human history. In this documentary episode, we travel from Norwich Castle Museum into the heart of the Cambridgeshire Fens to explore Must Farm - Britain’s "Bronze Age Pompeii" - revealing industrial-scale fishing, pristine log boats, and combat-scarred weaponry. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 📺 You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.