FOUR OF THE BEST

The Great British Bake Off: The Winners Channel 4, 8pm

Peter was recently crowned the

2020 winner in a particularly heartwarming final, but a two–part special is going back in time to celebrate the other bakers who have lifted the cake-stand trophy. We’re starting at the beginning with a celebration of the first five winners, including Edd and Nancy, who was one of the show’s most surprising champions. The episode relives their time in the tent, from their first challenges to their final showstopper, and reminds us of some of their highs – and lows.

Inside KFC at Christmas Channel 4, 9pm

Some people might associate Christmas with roast turkey rather than fried chicken, but things are still getting festive at the fast-food restaurant chain KFC. Cameras go behind scenes as the staff put on their Christmas jumpers and gather around the deep fat fryer as they prepare for the end of a year that many people will be glad to see the back of. There’ll also be an insight into the work that goes into launching a new seasonal burger and the struggles of the franchise owners who have kept their businesses going against the odds.

Christmas at Hampton Court Channel 5, 9pm

Chief Curator Tracy Borman joins viewers for a behind-the-scenes look at the historic palace, exploring royal Christmas celebrations past and present. Some of Hampton Court’s traditions date back to the time of one of its most famous inhabitants, Henry VIII, including blessing the giant shire horses and bringing in the mistletoe from the Home Park. Other Tudor rituals that have endured to the present day include decking the halls in festive greenery, and there’s also an insight into the carol service in the Chapel Royal.

The Year that Changed Love Channel 4, 10pm

Covid has changed a lot of things this year, including many people’s love lives. It’s kept some couples apart, forced others a little too close together and inspired many singletons to check out the world of socially distanced dating. This documentary follows different people who have managed to make the experience work for them, including 50-year-old divorcee Louise from Salisbury, who started exploring dating sites with the help of an online love guru. In Llanelli, Ffion and Ben can’t see each other – and when they finally are united, they can’t touch. Meanwhile, in Edinburgh, Claire gets over her commitment phobia by going into lockdown with Jade after just one date, as in Bradford, separated couple Dean and Emma rekindle their spark while in isolation.