UK TV programmes to watch this week : 07/02/2026

Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 8th February 2026)

A woman buys food for a family celebration from Violet, but that night, everyone in attendance is struck mysteriously ill. Fred oversees plumbers wrestling with decayed lead pipes in Cyril’s flat, an expectant mother wants a home birth to link her own and her husband’s traditions. Timothy passes his medical exams but is undecided about becoming a GP or a surgeon.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 9th February 2026)

The Enemy Within (Part 1). Series 29, episode 3. Part one of two. The forensic crime team looks into a fatal stabbing that appears to have been racially motivated – but as the investigation unfolds, and the team slowly uncovers evidence pointing to a likely suspect, racial tension rises all across the city. At the same time, Jack’s gym buddies turn out to be not the men he thought they were, while Kit begins to have doubts about her relationship with Magath. Crime drama, starring Emilia Fox, David Caves, Maggie Steed and Francesca Mills.

Guy Martin’s House Without Bills (Channel 4/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 9th February 2026)

The engineer investigates how to keep homes cheaper to heat, working on a project to turn a typical 1930s semi into one of the most energy-efficient homes in Britain. Guy helps to fit the best insulation, draught-proofing and ventilation, as he explores the science behind the much-discussed heat pump and learns lessons that will help every household reduce costs.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 10th February 2026)

The Enemy Within (Part 2). Series 29, episode 4. Part two of two. The forensics team find flaws in the evidence against the prime suspect, leaving DI Ahmed furious that she is unable to charge anyone and appease the continuing anger and violence in the community. Jack meets up with his new ‘friends’ in the pub and is asked whether he can be trusted to share and uphold their patriotic values, while Kit discovers the true identity of Alex Nelson. There soon follows another attack, and for one member of the police team, it’s personal. Crime drama, starring Emilia Fox, David Caves, Maggie Steed and Francesca Mills.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119

Yep! At the age when getting a kitchen bin is exciting!

Yep! At the age when getting a kitchen bin is exciting! Can’t believe, I’ve spend £71.99 on a BIN!!

Well spending money now, when I still have it… Hoping to have some life changing news in coming weeks!!

Hzuaneri Kitchen Bin, (2 x 30L) 60L bin

Now done 9% of Walk 1000 Miles – 2026

That’s me done 9% of the Walk 1000 Miles challenge. So 90.14 miles down and 909.86 miles remaining!

Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine

New tech : TP-Link Deco X50-5G 5G Router

Got even more new tech today! This time a TP-Link Deco X50-5G 5G Router.

My older router has done me well. I wanted one that is 5G! Not that my village has 5G yet with the SMARTY mobile network! Only EE has 5G in my village! That costs, way, way to much a month!

Also wanted this one, so I can connect my desktop up, using it’s 2.5 Gbps port networking port! Plus it’s got Wi-Fi 6. Which both my mobile phone and laptops can use!

TP-Link Deco X50-5G 5G Router

January 2026 cycling statistics

Well 2026, is off to a good start cycling wise! Well sort of! Right now, I am up 17.6 miles on this point last year! But, still way, way behind on where, I hoping to be! My goal had been around 100 to 125 miles!

Here is the data from January 2026:-

  • Total cycles: 3
  • Total Distance: 48.65 miles
  • Total Time: 03:26:31 (h:m:s)
  • Avg Speed: 14.2 mph
  • Max Time: 01:48:12 (h:m:s)
  • Max Speed: 25 mph
  • Avg Distance: 16.22 miles
  • Max Distance: 48.65 (Single cycle)

Data from: Garmin Connect.

Here are my favourite cycling photos from the month:-

Out cycling

Out cycling

January 2026 most popular photos

Below are the top five most looked at photos on this website during January 2026.

Number 1 (120 views) : HUUB Brownlee Agilis wetsuit
HUUB Brownlee Agilis wetsuit

Number 2 (111 views) : HUUB Brownlee Agilis wetsuit
HUUB Brownlee Agilis wetsuit

Number 3 (94 views) : Team GB adidas Varilite Down Hooded Jacket
Team GB adidas Varilite Down Hooded Jacket

Number 4 (91 views) : Boys Get Sad Too hoody
Boys Get Sad Too hoody

Number 5 (87 views) : Boys Get Sad Too hoody
 Boys Get Sad Too hoody

Love these photos? Many more at www.gordon-valentine.com/zenphoto/me/2026/

Now done 8% of Walk 1000 Miles – 2026

That’s me done 8% of the Walk 1000 Miles challenge. So 81.41 miles down and 918.59 miles remaining!

Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 31/01/2026

Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 1st February 2026)

Sister Catherine is distraught when a newborn baby is snatched from the maternity home, and the Turners grow increasingly concerned for Christopher’s well-being.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 2nd February 2026) ** NEW SERIES **

The Disappearance of Alice Hill (Part 1). Series 29, episode 1. The forensic crime team return with five two-part stories that see Nikki, Jack and Harriet working out of a new base in Birmingham. Nikki and Jack hunt a suspected hitman, who later claims responsibility for a murder that gripped the nation, and which someone else is in prison for. Crime drama, starring Emilia Fox, David Caves, Maggie Steed and Francesca Mills.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 3rd February 2026)

The Disappearance of Alice Hill (Part 2). Series 29, episode 2. Part two of two. Nikki and Jack are called to the sergeant’s body and consider the apparent suicide as DI Ferris arrives – but not in an official capacity. Jason tries to reconcile with Alice’s family, but to no avail, prompting him to ask Nikki if she is open to talk. Giving her growing suspicion, will she agree to meet him? Crime drama, starring Emilia Fox, David Caves and Dino Fetscher.

Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 6th February 2026) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

An exclusive couples retreat turns deadly when the therapist is drowned at sea during her evening swim. When fingermarks are found on the victim’s neck, Mervin confirms foul play was involved and suspicion soon shifts to her clients – two couples who have paid a small fortune to mend their fractured marriages. However, all four appear to have reliable alibis. Meanwhile, Mervin is determined to track down his brother, along with the possessions Solomon stole from him. Gary Wilmot guest stars, with Don Gilet and Don Warrington.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119

Loving my VIVO laptop desk mount stand

Loving my new VIVO laptop desk mount stand. Which I mainly got, since my laptop was always on top of record player! So now, I can use my laptop and play records at the same time! Plus it looks cool!

VIVO laptop desk mount stand