Your Essential Guide to Festive Specials and Family Favorites

With the holiday season in full swing, the battle for the remote is about to begin. While 2025 may not have the heavy hitters of last year, the terrestrial schedules are packed with festive makeovers of the nation’s most-loved shows.

The Big Comedy Returns The Latimer Crescent crew returns in a highly anticipated Two Doors Down special. As Michelle and Alan prepare for their first child, expect the usual chaotic neighborly interventions. Meanwhile, Motherland fans can rejoice as spin-off Amandaland delivers a powerhouse reunion between Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley in a country house Christmas disaster.

A Peep Show reunion takes over the tent as Olivia Colman and David Mitchell compete for Star Baker.

A bittersweet special featuring All Saints star Melanie Blatt, marking the final appearance of beloved hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.

A two-night celebrity special featuring Rob Rinder and AJ Odudu marketing gingerbread biscuits.

Family & Kids’ Animation BBC One continues its tradition of Julia Donaldson adaptations with The Scarecrows’ Wedding at 15:10 on Christmas Day. Short-form fans can catch Shaun the Sheep: Fleece Navidad at 16:35, while classics like The Tiger Who Came To Tea and The Snowman return for repeat screenings.

The Princess of Wales hosts her fifth annual service from Westminster Abbey.

Dame Helen Mirren and author Julia Donaldson visit the barn to restore items with deep emotional histories.

The Nonnatus House team returns for two specials airing on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.