Love Your Weekend with Alan Titchmarsh - Season 5
Season 5
Episodes
Ruth Jones, Stephanie Beacham, Simon Lycett
Alan is joined at Manor Farm, by actress and writer Ruth Jones, who discusses her latest book, while Stephanie Beacham talks about her return to Coronation Street. Floral designer Simon Lycett showcases the bouquets to bring good cheer to the new year and there's a look at the very best in alcoholic and non-alcoholic trends for 2023.
James Martin, Jimmy Doherty
Alan is joined by chef James Martin and farmer Jimmy Doherty. Plus, a look at how a Cotswold camel farmer is doing big business, and the very best in British-produced rum.
Laura Main, Susie Blake, Sophie Ward, Gyles Brandreth
Call the Midwife star Laura Main discusses her role in a tour of a stage adaptation of Steel Magnolias, and actresses Susie Blake and Sophie Ward talk about their production of The Mirror Crack'd. Plus, the llamas having a moment in farming and Gyles Brandreth pays tribute to Elizabeth II's tremendous sense of humour.
Tim Peake, Jason Watkins, Frances Barber
Astronaut Tim Peake beams in, Jason Watkins discusses his compelling new drama, actress Frances Barber pops by Manor Farm, and we meet some 10-day-old piglets.
Anita Dobson, Ainsley Harriott, David Domoney
Joining Alan at Manor Farm are the original Queen of the Vic - that's ex-EastEnders star Anita Dobson - Ainsley Harriott, and horticulturalist David Domoney.
Mark Benton, Monica Dolan, Camilla Bassett Smith
Alan is joined by Mark Benton and Monica Dolan, who talk about their latest acting projects, and there is a demonstration of the art of hoof-trimming. Camilla Bassett Smith opens up her February diary, and there is a look at the spirit trends for 2023 in today's Best of British.
Claudie Blakley, Amanda Abbington, Jonathan Mosley
Alan is joined by Claudie Blakley and Amanda Abbington, who talk about their latest acting projects, and florist Jonathan Mosley shares the alternative flowers for Valentine's Day. Plus, Alan takes to the floor as he gets to grips with a spot of Regency dancing.
Megan Cusack, Deborah Meaden, David Domoney
With guests Megan Cusack and Deborah Meaden, while Alan meets some Jersey cows, celebrates the wheel with David Domoney and gets into the spirit of awards season with the best of British drinks.
Diarmuid Gavin, Owain Wyn Evans
Garden designer Diarmuid Gavin and broadcaster Owain Wyn Evans join the host on the farm this week. Plus, Alan meets a chainsaw carver and a pair of camels, and goes on a pub crawl with the best of british ales.
Claire Goose, Mark Gatiss
Joining Alan on the farm this time are Claire Goose and Mark Gatiss, and he'll also be meeting an ancient country crafter with over 280 million views on TikTok.
Duncan Preston, Bonnie Langford
Actor Duncan Preston and musical theatre star Bonnie Langford join Alan at Manor Farm this time, and Alan also meets four of Britain's most heroic hounds.
Gwyneth Strong, JB Gill, Cherie Lunghi, Simon Lycett
Chatting to Alan for Mother's Day are Gwyneth Strong, JB Gill, and Cherie Lunghi - Alan also meets two newborn lambs and samples a selection of British-made rums, and Simon Lycett reveals his show-stopping Mother's Day bouquet.
Geraldine James, Steve and Suzie Fletcher
Joining Alan on the farm this time are actress Geraldine James, Steve and Suzie Fletcher - two of the stars of The Repair Shop - and two handsome Shire horses.
Prue Leith, Jessica Ransom
Joining Alan this time are Dame Prue Leith, actress Jessica Ransom - who plays Morwenna in Doc Martin - and a renowned sculptor who made a bust of the late Queen.
Judy Parfitt, Larry Lamb, Adam Garcia, Bob Champion, Andy Clarke
Joining Alan for Easter Sunday 2023 are actors Judy Parfitt, Larry Lamb and Adam Garcia - legendary jockey Bob Champion will also be introducing Alan to some Shetland ponies, and Andy Clarke pairs artisan chocolates with the best of British booze.
Ken Bruce, James Murray, David Domoney
Alan is joined at Manor Farm by broadcaster Ken Bruce and The Crown star James Murray, and horticulturist David Domoney shares tips for getting lawns ready for summer. Alan meets some show-worthy sheep and tries the best of British rosé wines.
Penelope Wilton, David Haig
The host is joined by actress Penelope Wilton and actor David Haig, while Alan plants a tree to mark the forthcoming Coronation and pays homage to the King's love of gardening. He also celebrates 70 years of Casino Royale by trying some James Bond-inspired cocktails.
Jonathan Dimbleby, Kerry Ellis, David Bradley
The host is joined by broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby, musical theatre star Kerry Ellis and actor David Bradley, while Alan also meets some majestic birds of prey and samples the best of British wines.
Sheila Ferguson, Debbie Wiseman, Adrian Scarborough
Alan celebrates the Coronation with singer Sheila Ferguson, royal composer Debbie Wiseman and actor Adrian Scarborough. He toasts the monarch with the best street party cocktails, and looks back at his visit to Highgrove, where he interviewed the man who would be king.
Barbara Flynn, Julie Tatchell, Amanda Middleditch
The host is joined by actress Barbara Flynn and Julie Tatchell and Amanda Middleditch from The Repair Shop. Alan also gets a masterclass in milking goats, surveys some vintage bicycles and samples the best red wines for summer.
Katie Derham, Simon Williams, Simon Lycett
Alan is joined by broadcaster Katie Derham and actor Simon Williams, while Simon Lycett reveals another show-stopping floral display, and the guests sample hedgerow cocktails.
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