BBC Children in Need - Episode Guide

Terry Wogan hosts the annual fundraising appeal to raise money to help deprived children all over the country.

Terry Wogan and Sue Cook host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.

Terry Wogan hosts the annual fundraising appeal to raise money to help deprived children all over the country.

Joanna Lumley looks ahead to the preparations for this year's Children in Need appeal. Studio guest include Jimmy Savile, Gary Davies and Gloria Hunniford.

Terry Wogan and Sue Cook introduce a star studded evening of entertainment to encourage pledges of donations to the Children in Need Appeal.

Terry Wogan and Sue Cook look back at the highlights of the 1986 Children In Need appeal, and report on how the money will be used to help children throughout the country.

Joanna Lumley looks at the preparations for the Children in Need appeal, and looks ahead to the celebrities and events to come tomorrow. Her guests are Anneka Rice, Mike Smith, Ray Moore and Pudsey Bear.

Joanna Lumley reports on how the money was spent from last year's Children in Need appeal.

This year's Children in Need appeal is presented by Terry Wogan and Sue Cook.

Joanna Lumley introduces the children, parents and helpers who benefitted from the 1987 Children In Need appeal.

Joanna Lumley reports from TV Centre as preparations are made for this year's Children in Need appeal, and looks ahead to the celebrities and events that will form tomorrow's show.

Sue Cook reports on how some of the £14 million raised by last year's Children in Need appeal has been spent.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Joanna Lumley introduce a star-studded evening of entertainment as the climax to this year's Children in Need appeal. Tonight's programme includes reports on a wide variety of projects which have been helped by the appeal.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Joanna Lumley introduce a star-studded evening of entertainment as the climax to this year's Children in Need appeal. Tonight's programme includes reports on a wide variety of projects which have been helped by the appeal.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.

Tomorrow is the tenth anniversary of the BBC's Children in Need appeal. Sue Cook looks back at some of the highlights, including some hilarious moments with Tommy Cooper, Roy Kinnear and Nicholas Parsons, as well as Joanna Lumley's famous strip!

Phillip Schofield explains how the money given so generously last year has been spent and introduces some of the children who have benefitted.

Terry Wogan and Sue Cook host this year's marathon fund-raising appeal in aid of needy children all over the country.The evening's events include appearances by celebrity guests, a special cabaret hour and Children of Courage, presented by Esther Rantzen.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.

Phillip Schofield presents from Tadworth Court Hospital about the projects funded by 1989's Children in Need appeal.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Dave Benson Phillips host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country. The show features individual contributions from 12 BBC regions, guest celebrity appearances, Cabaret Hour and Children of Courage.

Phillip Schofield reports on how some of the money donated by viewers during last year's Children in Need appeal was spent.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.Featuring individual contributions from all 13 BBC regions, and many guest celebrity appearances.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.The second part of this year's appeal features many special reports and celebrity guests.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters launch the Children in Need Appeal for 1992 with inserts from Casualty, Right Said Fred and Noel Edmonds.

Phillip Schofield reports on how some of the money donated by viewers during last year's appeal was spent.

Andi Peters presents from various locations around the BBC, setting the scene and previewing Children in Need. There are guest appearances from Shane Richie, Mark Curry and Steve Cram, with Take That performing 'It Only Takes a Minute'.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.Features individual contributions from all 13 BBC regions, and many guest celebrity appearances, including Ken Bruce, Steve Cram, E17, Linford Christie and Noel Edmonds.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.Features celebrity appearances from the Birds of a Feather actresses, and a song from Lesley Garrett.

Esther Rantzen presents children who have been particularly brave when facing danger or who have been tremendous achievers. With reports by Gavin Campbell.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.The final part of this year's appeal features a special musical contribution from celebrity guests on Jeff Banks' Clothes Show, while BBC newsreaders sing 'I Wanna Be Like You' and Margaret Thatcher is the Mystery Guest in the Pudsey Olympics.

First in a series of six run-up programmes to this year's Children in Need, raising awareness and featuring news of money raising events.

Second in a series of six run-up programmes to this year's Children in Need, raising awareness and featuring news of money raising events. Tonight, Pauline Quirke and Linda Robson visit a project that viewers helped to fund.

Third in a series of six run-up programmes to this year's Children in Need, raising awareness and featuring news of money raising events.

Fourth in a series of six run-up programmes to this year's Children in Need, raising awareness and featuring news of money raising events.Noel Edmonds presents items on fund raisers, Friends for the Young Deaf, a Doctor Who behind the scenes feature, and launches a 3D element to the appeal programme.

Fifth in a series of six run-up programmes to this year's Children in Need, raising awareness and featuring news of money raising events.This week's programme is presented by Simon Mayo, Ken Bruce and Jakki Brambles, and focusses on radio's involvement in the appeal.

The last in a series of six run-up programmes to Children in Need is presented by Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.Featuring individual contributions from all 13 BBC regions, guest celebrity appearances and a special adventure of Doctor Who entitled 'Dimensions In Time'.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.Featuring individual contributions from all 13 BBC regions, guest celebrity appearances and a special adventure of Doctor Who entitled 'Dimensions In Time'.

The first of seven programmes in the run-up to the 1994 Children in Need night. Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters launch this year's appeal, reveal the final total for 1993, and look at some of the ways in which the money has been spent, as well as looking forward to this year's fundraising schemes.

In the second programme in the run up to Children in Need 1994, Emma Forbes visits organisations who benefited from last year's appeal.

Jane Asher looks at how Children in Need is organised, how it decides on uses for its money and explains some of this year's fundraising schemes.

A report on the thousands of young people who took part in one of 94 sponsored half mile walks to raise funds for Children in Need.

Emma Forbes reports from the biggest fireworks display in the North East, where a collection is being made for Children in Need. Gavin Campbell reports about a centre for blind children.

Terry Wogan reports on how the appeal is supported across the airwaves, and signals the start of Radio 2's fundraising efforts.

In the last in a series of 10 run up programmes to Children in Need, Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters present a final look behind the scenes at the preparation for Friday's extravaganza.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.The show features contributions from all 13 BBC regions, and many guest celebrities, including Zoe Ball, Vanessa Mae, East 17 and Paul McKenna.

Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Andi Peters host the annual fundraising appeal for needy children all over the country.The second part of the show sees Katie Boyle present a Eurovision tribute, a Barry Norman film quiz, Lily Savage's TV heroines and many more celebrity apperances.

In the first of a series of run up programmes to this year's Children in Need night Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Gaby Roslin look at how much money was raised last year and the various fundraising schemes for this year.

In the run up to Children in Need night, Sarah Kennedy launches 'Toddle', a sponsored walk for toddlers in Pontypridd.

Noel Edmonds presents a run-up programme from his House Party set, and introduces 'Smell-O-Vision'. The show also explains how Children in Need money raised has been spent.

Gaby Roslin presents the latest in a series of programmes leading up to this year's Children In Need night. The show includes an introduction to the Fame competition and Terry Wogan's new record, 'Dance Floral'.

Rolf Harris previews Smell-o-Vision and some of the sketches which will feature in this year's show. He also looks at what people are doing to raise money.

The last in a series of run up programmes leading up to Children in Need night 1995. Terry Wogan,Sue Cook and Gaby Roslin present clips of where the money went last year.

The annual fundraising programme is hosted by Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Gaby Roslin, featuring comedy sketches, music, and films about the problems which some children face.

The annual fundraising programme is hosted by Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and Gaby Roslin, featuring comedy sketches, music, and films about the problems which some children face.

Terry Wogan, Gaby Roslin and Sue Cook unveil the total for the 1995 appeal, report on how the money is being used and recall some of the fundraising efforts.

Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin present the first of series of programmes leading up to this year's Children In Need night, looking at how much money was raised last year and various fundraising schemes.

Ainsley Harriott looks at fundraising schemes for this year's Children in Need event, with guests Boyzone and members of the England football team.

Gaby Roslin presents a programme in the run up to the annual Children In Need night. Guests include Andrew Lloyd Webber and the Spice Girls.

Cheryl Baker reports from Wenlock School, Luton which is staging Pudsey the Musical. Chris Jarvis presents a fundraising A-Z guide.

Terry Wogan presents the latest programme in the run up to this year's Children in Need, reporting on how rest of the BBC are joining in.Guests include Ed Stewart, Bill Wyman, Michael Flatley and the Spice Girls.

Terry Wogan and Gabby Roslin present a programme leading to this year's appeal.Special guests include the Spice Girls, the Animal Hospital team, Wet Wet Wet, Bruce Forsyth, Boyzone and Charles Aznavour.

In the last run-up programme before Friday's extravaganza, Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin introduce favourite moments from last year's event.The show includes a report on how Marianne Tees won an opportunity to co-present, as well as reports on fundraising.

Annual fundraising programme - hosted by Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin- featuring news of how last year's money was spent plus contributions from stars of TV, stage and screen.

Terry Wogan, Gaby Roslin and Ainsley Harriott present highlights of last year's Children In Need appeal, with guest presenter Marianne Tees.

Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin look at how much money was raised in last year's appeal and the various money raising schemes for this year.

Jayne Middlemiss presents the second in a series of programmes trailing this year's Children In Need Appeal.

Gaby Roslin presents from the HAPA Playspace which has benefitted from the appeal. She's joined by Peter Andre who tells viewers of a chance to win dinner with him.

Gary Barlow gives us a preview of this year's Children in Need night, and Terry Wogan looks at various money raising schemes.

Dale Winton presents from the Markfield Project in North London in the fifth programme in a series of run-up shows to this year's Children In Need night.

Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin look at various money raising schemes with a guest appearance from Barry Manilow. Gary Barlow gives us a preview of the night.

Part 1 of the annual fundraising programme hosted by Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin. Features music items, celebrity performances,comedy sketches, and films about how last year's money was spent.

Part 2 of the annual fundraising programme hosted by Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin. Features music items, celebrity performances,comedy sketches, and films about how last year's money was spent.

Children in Need charity update presented by Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin with the help of Colin Young and Pudsey. They inform us of the total so far and present highlights from last year's show and discuss how the money has been spent.

Terry Wogan, Gaby Roslin and a host of stars launch this year's BBC Children in Need appeal.

Gaby Roslin meets children whose lives have been shattered by the problems of poverty and homelessness, and looks at how donations from Children in Need can make a difference.

A look at preparations for Friday's Children in Need charity extravaganza.

A nationwide look at the preparations for this year's Children in Need fundraiser.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the first part of a seven-hour show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin return with more pleas for money and more entertainment including the cast of Coronation Street and the cast of Man Behaving Badly in a version of the television quiz Bullseye.

Gaby Roslin presents a documentary celebrating the 20th anniversary of BBC Children In Need on television. As well as reflecting on the achievements of CIN, tonight's programme also looks at the reasons to raise money.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the first part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the second part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

A preview of this year's Children in Need show.

A preview of this year's Children in Need show.

A preview of this year's Children in Need show.

A preview of this year's Children in Need show.

The BBC's annual fund-raising event hosted by Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan. Features music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin report on how much money was raised by this year's Children in Need appeal.

Terry Wogan and Gaby Roslin explain how to get involved in the fundraising for Children in Need 2001.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the first part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the second part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the first part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the second part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the first part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the second part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, and broadcasts from the regions.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the first part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, news of how the money will be spent and films about how last year's money was spent.

Gaby Roslin and Terry Wogan present the second part of this year's show featuring music items, celebrity performances, quizzes, news of how the money will be spent and films about how last year's money was spent.

Gail Porter presents highlights of last year's charity concert at Stirling Castle. Featuring Natasha Bedingfield, Lucie Silvas, Travis and Snow Patrol.

Terry Wogan, Natasha Kaplinsky and Fearne Cotton present the first part of this year's Children in Need programme. Musical guests include Liberty X, Status Quo, Westlife, Girls Aloud, Madonna, KT Tunstall, Sugababes and Rod Stewart.

Part two of the annual fundraising telethon for underprivileged children. Hosted by Terry Wogan, with Natasha Kaplinsky and Fearne Cotton.Musical guests include the Corrs, Craig Davis, Texas, Jamie Cullum, Bryan Adams, Katherine Jenkins, Katie Melua and G4.

Part one of the annual fundraising telethon for underprivileged children. Hosted by Terry Wogan, with Natasha Kaplinsky and Fearne Cotton.

The second part of the annual fundraising telethon for underprivileged children. Hosted by Terry Wogan, with Natasha Kaplinsky and Fearne Cotton.Musical guests include Amy Winehouse.

Get ready to party for Pudsey as Terry Wogan is joined by a whole host of stars for a night of fun and fundraising, live from Television Centre and around the UK.

'Joseph' star Lee Mead leads an amazing technicolor nationwide singalong, the cast of Hollyoaks glam up for a Marc Bolan tribute and Fearne Cotton rubs shoulders with the stars backstage as the Spice Girls are live in LA.

Saturday morning TV hosts Sam and Mark perform a soul classic, plus music from Jason Donovan. There's high-kicking heroics from the Shaolin Monks, and music from Coronation Street.

The Spice Girls perform the official CIN single, plus Torchwood star John Barrowman sings live in the studio. There are surprises in store for David Tennant in a Doctor Who special scene.

The stars of Strictly Come Dancing strut their stuff - strictly for Children In Need - plus music from the cast of Holby City, X-Factor superstar Leona Lewis and Boyzone.

Young inventors take on the Dragons in a special Junior Dragons' Den.

The cast of EastEnders star in a psychedelic song and dance extravaganza on Albert Square, the stars of The Bill perform a Rat Pack classic and Kylie Minogue makes a fabulous CIN comeback, plus music from Joss Stone.

The cast of Dirty Dancing sashay into the studio, there's mayhem at Hotel Babylon as some iconic TV characters check in for Children In Need night and the BBC newsreaders get steamy in Chicago.

Music from Annie Lennox and get ready for the battle of the DJs as the giants of Radio 1 and Radio 2 go head-to-head in a Never Mind the Buzzcocks special.

Lee Mead sheds his technicolor dreamcoat to perform a pop classic and it's 'Go Greased Lightning' as the stars of the West End race to the studio to perform live on Children In Need night and .

Denise Van Outen pays tribute to Dusty Springfield and the stars of BBC Breakfast News swing to a big band favourite.

Young inventors take on the Dragons in a special Junior Dragons' Den.

The grand total for the 2007 fundraising spectacular is revealed.

Terry Wogan is joined by Tess Daly and Fearne Cotton for a spectacular night of music, fun and fundraising as our favourite TV stars join forces to 'Do Something Different'.

Terry Wogan is joined by Tess Daly and Fearne Cotton for a spectacular night of music, fun and fundraising. It's surprises galore in store as our favourite TV stars join forces to 'Do Something Different' for this year's marathon charity appeal.

The stars of the BBC's I'd Do Anything come together for an exclusive performance of Oliver, and the cast of the Bill do the jailhouse rock at Sun Hill in their tribute to the Blues Brothers.

Terry and Tess go head to head in a Strictly Come Dancing spectacular and Children in Need viewers get an early introduction to the new Doctor in an exclusive sneak preview of the Doctor Who Christmas Special.

Terry Wogan is joined by Tess Daly and Fearne Cotton for a spectacular night of music, fun and fundraising. It's surprises galore in store as our favourite TV stars join forces to 'Do Something Different' for this year's marathon charity appeal.

Gok Wan shows the residents of Coronation Street How To Look Good Naked in Weatherfield, followed by live music from Girls Aloud and Leon Jackson.

East meets West as the cast of EastEnders put on a showstopping West End musical spectacular from Albert Square, and there's an exclusive performance from Take That.

Terry Wogan is joined by Tess Daly and Fearne Cotton for a spectacular night of music, fun and fundraising. It's surprises galore in store as our favourite TV stars join forces to 'Do Something Different' for this year's marathon charity appeal.

Fire up the Quattro! Top Gear collides with Ashes to Ashes in a Children in Need special and the Sugababes perform live in the studio.

The BBC Newsreaders make headlines in the smash hit musical Mamma Mia and there's music from Lee Mead and Denise Van Outen and Boyzone.

Terry Wogan is joined by Tess Daly and Fearne Cotton for a spectacular night of music, fun and fundraising. It's surprises galore in store as our favourite TV stars join forces to 'Do Something Different' for this year's marathon charity appeal.

Michael Ball and the cast of Hairspray perform live in the studio, there's murder and mayhem in Taggart, plus music from Will Young, Sharleen Spiteri, Alesha Dixon and Il Divo.

Terry Wogan is joined by Tess Daly and Fearne Cotton for a spectacular night of music, fun and fundraising. It's surprises galore in store as our favourite TV stars join forces to 'Do Something Different' for this year's marathon charity appeal.

More stars hotfoot it in from the West End just for Children in Need, with music from Russell Watson, Jason Donovan and Stereophonics.

Terry Wogan is joined by Tess Daly and Fearne Cotton for a spectacular night of music, fun and fundraising. It's surprises galore in store as our favourite TV stars join forces to 'Do Something Different' for this year's marathon charity appeal.

Includes a special Children in Need performance from the stars of Last Choir Standing, and the grand total for the 2008 fundraising spectacular is revealed.

Highlights from the 2008 Children In Need fundraising extravaganza from Northern Ireland.

Highlights from the Children in Need fundraising concert held at The King's Hall in Belfast, with artistes including Boyzone, The Script, Enya, Brian Kennedy and Lemar.

Sir Terry Wogan, Tess Daly and Alesha Dixon launch a spectacular party for Pudsey, as Alesha and the stars of Strictly Come Dancing get the party started with a dazzling show-opener. The magic is back as Merlin conjures up some wizard ideas for this year's appeal, and get ready for a world exclusive as the official Children in Need single is launched.

A very important patient at Holby General raises the temperature for the cast of Casualty, Britain's favourite boy band JLS get pulses racing with a special live performance, and comedian Peter Kay makes an appearance. Plus, watch out for a unique bite-sized episode of Walk on the Wild Side.

The stars of Hollyoaks rock TV Centre with their tribute to Queen, there is an exclusive sneak-peek at the Doctor Who Christmas special, and music from American superstar Taylor Swift.

The fundraising continues as the One Show team roll on their leg-warmers to re-enact the iconic street dance from Fame, the stars of Dragons Den roll up their sleeves to restore an activity centre for disadvantaged children and the four balladeers, Westlife, are live in the studio.

Sir Terry Wogan causes a stir when he turns up as the new squire in Lark Rise to Candleford, Sun Hill songsters The Bill perform a Rat Pack classic, and Gary Barlow, who rocked the Royal Albert Hall in aid of Children in Need, is sure to raise the roof and the total when he brings on the big cheque.

The cast of EastEnders celebrate the Magic of Motown in Albert Square, and the BBC Newsreaders are joined by surprise guests to create a headline-grabbing music and dance spectacular.

The party continues with music from pop princess Pixie Lott, a rousing Children in Need performance from Justin Lee Collins and double-trouble from impressionists Jon Culshaw and Debra Stephenson.

The king of the crooners, Harry Connick Jnr, sings live in the studio. There's an appearance from legendary detective Hercule Poirot, and tune in for a true classic from comeback sensations Spandau Ballet.

With music marathons for this year's appeal taking place all over the UK, watch out for special performances from Paolo Nutini, David Gray and Annie Lennox.

As soon as the curtains come down in the West End, it is the tradition for the stars to race to TV Centre to perform for Children in Need. This year, the advantage is with the cast of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, who have their own bus!

Plus, songs from Madness, James Morrison, Sugababes and an unmissable performance from the newly-reformed Nolans, as well as murder and mayhem when Taggart and Rebus clash in a mini detective drama.

The stars party on across the country, with music from Little Boots, Stereophonics, Ronan Keating, Paloma Faith and Alison Moyet, and the grand total for Children in Need's 30th fundraising spectacular is revealed.

Narrated by Matt Berry, an affectionate and witty look back at the unforgettable moments from Children in Need. The first part of the 50 memorable moments from Children in Need's 30-year history counts down from 50 to 21. It features songs, sketches and standout performances as well as exclusive interviews with Simon Cowell, Richard Hammond, Gary Barlow, Ronan Keating and Sir Terry Wogan, making it a must for all Children in Need fans everywhere.

Narrated by Matt Berry, an affectionate and witty look back at the unforgettable moments from Children In Need. The second part of the 50 memorable moments from Children In Need's 30-year history counts down the top 20 to the all-important number 1. It features songs, sketches and standout performances as well as exclusive interviews from Simon Cowell, Richard Hammond, Gary Barlow, Ronan Keating and Sir Terry Wogan, making it a must for all Children In Need fans everywhere.

It's Pudsey's big night so get set to earn your spots and raise lots for Children in Need all over the United Kingdom.

Sir Terry Wogan, Tess Daly and Fearne Cotton are joined by a whole host of stars around the country for a spectacular night of fun and fundraising.

7.00-7.30

The nation's sweetheart, Cheryl Cole, gets the party started with a dazzling show-opener, and Formula 1 stars Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button team up to give some young carers an unforgettable experience.

7.30-8.00

Westlife wow the Odyssey Arena in Belfast, Merlin has some wizard fundraising ideas and the Hairy Bikers cook up a sizzling version of Meat Loaf's Bat out of Hell.

8.00-8.30

Kylie Minogue performs live in the studio and The Saturdays take on McFly in a glittering popstar edition of Strictly Come Dancing.

8.30-9.00

The Doctor and Amy throw a tea-party in the TARDIS and serve up a sneak-peek at this year's Doctor Who Christmas special, plus The One Show's Alex Jones hosts the Children in Need celebrations at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium.

9.00-9.30

JLS perform the official Children in Need single, and TV history is made as EastEnders and Coronation Street unite for the first time ever. Walford's residents hit the cobbles of Weatherfield, and Rovers regulars turn up on Albert Square in an exclusive mini-episode just for Children in Need.

9.30-10.00

John Barrowman hosts a fantastic musical fundraiser from Glasgow, and the stars of Harry Potter work their magic for Children in Need. Plus a spectacular live and exclusive performance from Take That.

10.40-11.00

The BBC newsreaders recruit dance supremo Louie Spence to create a headline-grabbing routine, and temperatures rise in a Come Dine With Me Dragons' Den special.

11.00-11.30

The party continues all over the UK as Irish favourites The Script raise the roof at The Odyssey in Belfast, plus Peter Andre performs a thrilling tribute to Michael Jackson.

11.30-12.00

The cast of Priscilla put on a show-stopping performance live in the studio, and the stars of Loose Women sing their version of a Girls Aloud classic.

12.00-12.30

Blue Peter adventurer Helen Skelton takes on the role of Baby in the hit musical Dirty Dancing and McFly rock the Scottish Exhibition Centre in Glasgow.

12.30-01.00

An exclusive Children in Need performance from West-End smash Phantom of the Opera.

01.00-02.00

Get ready for Pudsey's Greatest Hits, a celebration of Children in Need's most memorable moments from the last 30 years.

Plus the grand total for the 2010 fundraising spectacular is revealed.

A chance to relive a spectacular night of fun and fundraising on behalf of disadvantaged children across the UK.

JLS, the band behind 2010's official Children in Need single, look back on a star-studded evening that saw the some of the country's biggest pop acts come out in support of this year's appeal. Take That, Cheryl Cole and Kylie Minogue did their bit along with the stars of Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Strictly Come Dancing, Dragons' Den and the Hairy Bikers.

It was also a night when TV history was made as the casts of EastEnders and Coronation Street joined together in a exclusive 'supersoap', just for Children in Need.

It's Pudsey's big night so get set to show your spots and raise lots for Children in Need.

7.30-8.00

The 2011 spectactular gets underway. Sir Terry Wogan, is joined by Alesha Dixon, Tess Daly and Fearne Cotton and a whole host of stars, all out in force in support of disadvantaged children across the United Kingdom.

Boy band sensation One Direction get the fundraising party started, and the cast of West End smash The Wizard of Oz performs live in the studio.

8.00-8.30

The BBC newsreaders make their own headlines in a Strictly Come Dancing special, and there is an exclusive treat from the Doctor Who team.

8.30-9.00

Choirmaster Gareth Malone unites thousands of children all over the UK to sing live in a mass countrywide choir. There's also a fun musical surprise from the mischievous Outnumbered kids and a live performance from Susan Boyle.

9.00-9.30

The cast of EastEnders rock Albert Square in a tribute to Queen, and The Muppets are joined by some celebrity TV fans to create a classic video.

9.30-10.00

The tables are turned on Lord Sugar as he enters the Dragons' Den, and Gary Barlow brings together a whole host of music stars to perform the official Children in Need single.

The marathon fundraising spectacular continues with a special Children in Need edition of Never Mind the Buzzcocks, plus live studio performances from Olly Murs, Ed Sheeran and more music from One Direction.

10.30-11.00

JLS perform their new single exclusively for Children in Need, and style guru Gok Wan razzle-dazzles with a song from the musical Chicago.

11.00-11.30

Comedy from Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer in a special Children in Need-themed sketch, and the stars of Hollyoaks sing live in the studio. Plus a round-up of Children in Need fundraising parties taking place all over the UK.

11.30-12.00

Live music from The Saturdays and comeback band Steps, plus Good Fundraising News from Russell Howard.

12.00-12.30

The stars of West End smash Crazy for You perform a toe-tapping extravaganza live in the studio, plus a specially-recorded performance from Adele.

12.30-01.00

It's back to the 80s as Justin Lee Collins, Shayne Ward and the cast of musical Rock of Ages relive the era of loud guitars and big hair; and there's a specially-recorded Children in Need performance from Lady Gaga.

01.00-01.30

Will Young sings live in the studio, plus a look back at Thursday's star-studded Children in Need Rocks Manchester concert.

01.30-02.00

Highlights of Children in Need 2011, plus the grand total for the fundraising spectacular is revealed.

Pop sensations One Direction look back on a spectacular night of fun and fundraising in aid of disadvantaged children all over the UK. The stars of Strictly Come Dancing, Doctor Who, EastEnders, Outnumbered and The Muppets were just some of the people doing their bit for this year's appeal. Lord Sugar took on the Dragons in their Den just for Children in Need and, in a night of musical treats, choirmaster Gareth Malone brought together children from all over the UK for a massive countrywide performance.

7.30-8.00

The 2012 spectacular gets underway. Our host for the night, Sir Terry Wogan, is joined by Fearne Cotton, Tess Daly and a whole host of stars, all out in force in support of disadvantaged children across the United Kingdom.

The world's biggest boy band, One Direction, get the fundraising party started with a bang! We have an exclusive look at Doctor Who, and discover where the Doctor has been since he was last on our screens.

8.00-8.30

Ann Widdecombe and Russell Grant unite in the ballroom for an unforgettable dance-off in a very special Strictly Come Dancing.

8.30-9.00

Next up is a world exclusive, as Children In Need reveals the first glimpse of the Doctor and his brand new companion together for the first time as we have a peek at the Doctor Who Christmas special. Choir supremo Aled Jones has the daunting task of uniting thousands of children all over the UK to sing live in a mass nationwide choir. Plus Pudsey Bear gets to dance with his new namesake - Pudsey the dog, winner of Britain's Got Talent 2012.

9.00-9.30

We have another world exclusive - the return of Britain's biggest girl band, Girls Aloud, who perform the CIN single Something New live on stage.

9.30-10.00

Zara Phillips, Tom Daley, Ellie Simmonds and a host of stars from London 2012 do their thing in a fun-filled music video, and Susan Boyle and Girls Aloud perform in the studio.

The 2012 marathon fundraising spectacular continues with a special Children in Need edition of Sarah Millican's Television Programme plus more music from the hottest boy band around - One Direction.

10.35-11.00

The X Factor winners Little Mix kick start the party back on BBC One. And the Top Gear team entertain the BBC newsreaders to find out who is the fastest in a reasonably priced car.

11.00-11.30

Lee Mack stars in a Children In Need Not Going Out special, and Leona Lewis sings live. Plus a round-up of Children in Need fundraising parties taking place all over the UK.

11.30-12.00

We finally discover what actually happened to Pudsey Bear's eye, with a little help from Misery Bear and Geri Halliwell.

12.00-1.30

More excitement in the studio, as both Paloma Faith and Tim Minchin sing for Pudsey.

A look back at an evening of fun and fundraising in aid of disadvantaged children all over the UK. The stars of Strictly Come Dancing, Doctor Who and EastEnders, as well as London 2012's Team GB, Girls Aloud and One Direction were just some of those doing their bit for the 2012 appeal.

In addition, Britain's Got Talent winner Pudsey the dog performed a dance-off with Children in Need namesake Pudsey Bear and, in a night of musical treats, Aled Jones brought together a choir of children from all over the UK for a massive nationwide performance of Bridge Over Troubled Water.

7.30-8.00

A star-studded line-up of famous faces take part in this year's marathon fundraising effort. Sir Terry Wogan is joined by Tess Daly to kick off the evening's extravaganza in aid of disadvantaged children in the UK. The cast of West End musical Matilda perform an exclusive medley of songs from the multi award winning show. Boyband JLS perform some of their greatest hits in Albert Square, the home of EastEnders, and there is a world exclusive preview clip from the 50th anniversary episode of Doctor Who.

8.00-8.30

Olympic ice dance legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean ditch their skates and take to the ballroom as they go head-to-head in a very special Strictly Come Dancing.

8.30-9.00

Gary Barlow introduces a nationwide choir of 1,500 schoolchildren united in song, whilst Frank Skinner hosts a special children's version of Room 101. The world's biggest boy band, One Direction, make a rare UK appearance especially for Children in Need.

9.00-10.00

Sir Terry is joined by co-host Fearne Cotton for a fun-filled hour of entertainment. Comedian Harry Hill and a cast of celebrity cameos offer up a hilarious remake of a classic 1980s music video. The cast of EastEnders take part in a live dance in Albert Square, taking in styles including Charleston, Bollywood, street dance, Tango, and Broadway. The One Show's Alex Jones and Team Rickshaw complete their week long nationwide challenge. Cast members from Call the Midwife perform a 1950s-inspired song and dance medley, and Ellie Goulding performs the official Children in Need single How Long Will I Love You, live on stage.

The fun continues as Fearne Cotton and boyband One Direction host a music-packed show. Tinie Tempah performs his latest track and there are exclusive performances from some of the biggest names who took part in the Children in Need Rocks concert, masterminded by Gary Barlow.

10.35-11.00

Zoe Ball joins Sir Terry Wogan for hosting duties, as last year's X Factor winner James Arthur reopens the party. Catherine Tate revives her Nan character in a one-off special which sees the feisty pensioner become the worst patient in the world to ever grace the wards of Holby City.

11.00-11.30

Boyband McFly give us a real treat as they're joined on stage by former boyband pals Busted. Global internet sensation Ylvis make their first British TV performance of viral sensation The Fox (What Does the Fox Say)?

11.30-12.00

Monty Python legend Eric Idle introduces a very special performance from the cast of the West End musical Spamalot. Then pop heart throbs JLS and Mcfly take part in a Battle of the Boybands competition, with games and challenges. Songstress Dido performs one of her biggest hit singles.

12.00-2.00

Radio 1's Nick Grimshaw joins Sir Terry Wogan for the final lap of the night. Greg James and Russell Kane compete in a comedy lip sync duel. Wet Wet Wet perform one of the biggest ever selling singles, Love Is All Around, and the cast of the latest West End hit musical The Commitments perform a medley of rip-roaring songs. And to finish, a look back at the evening's highlights, and the grand total of the night's charity donations is revealed.

Shane Richie introduces highlights from the fundraising extravaganza, featuring Torvill and Dean on the Strictly dance floor, Harry Hill recreating an iconic music video, and the cast of EastEnders lighting up Albert Square like you've never seen before.

Sir Terry Wogan and Tess Daly kick off the night of fun and fundraising with entertainment treats from Strictly Come Dancing, the cast of EastEnders as they have never been seen before, and West End hit Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Also appearing are Gareth Malone and his All Star Choir, performing the official BBC Children in Need single for the first time on television. There is also a Doctor Who exclusive, plus screen legends Tom and Jerry team up with some of the BBC's best-loved television shows. Some famous faces from Albert Square return in an exclusive sketch, Fearne Cotton joins in the fun, Cheryl sings and there is a unique one-off live performance from One Direction.

The Children in Need entertainment feast switches over to BBC Two - and Albert Square - where Shane Richie is joined by a host of stars live from the Queen Vic, along with a very special house band - the Script. The night of stars continues with more musical treats from One Direction and Boyzone.

Sir Terry Wogan is joined by Rochelle Humes and Nick Grimshaw as Children in Need's glittering night of entertainment continues with the much-anticipated exclusive reunion from S Club 7. Even more treats to be enjoyed include Call the Midwife, Cirque du Soleil, Rixton, Gemma Arterton and the cast of Made in Dagenham, plus musicals Sunny Afternoon and Once with Ronan Keating.

Relive all the best bits from Children in Need 2014.

Shane Richie presents highlights including a very special episode of Tom and Jerry and a musical treat from the cast of EastEnders, plus Bruce is back in the ballroom for a Strictly special.

With music from One Direction, the big S Club 7 reunion and Gareth Malone's All Star Choir.

7.30 - 8.00
Dermot O'Leary and Tess Daly kick off this year's Children in Need night of fun and fundraising with a live performance from Ellie Goulding, while the cast of EastEnders travel back in time for a vintage Hollywood-style music performance. Plus live from Blackpool, Scott Mills prepares for Children in Need's toughest ever challenge - attempting to abseil down the 400-foot Blackpool Tower.

8.00 - 8.30
The Children's Choir of over 1500 children sing in unison across the nation. Plus Sir Bruce Forsyth returns for a Strictly Come Dancing special as the cast of Call the Midwife take to the famous ballroom.

8.30 - 9.00
Fearne Cotton joins the fun. Warwick Davis, C-3PO and R2-D2 star in an unmissable Star Wars sketch that sees them joined by some very famous Jedi fans.

9.00 - 9.30
Music legend Rod Stewart sings live, and Harry Hill crams 40 years of television history into four minutes - as only he can - in an exclusive Children in Need sketch.

9.30 - 10.00
It's back to Blackpool for Scott Mills's epic Children in Need Challenge. Will he overcome his fears to abseil all the way down the iconic Blackpool Tower? Plus Jess Glynne performs the official Children in Need single Take Me Home.

The Children in Need entertainment feast of fundraising switches over to BBC Two - and Walford - where Shane Richie is joined by a host of stars live from the Queen Vic, along with a very special house band led by Peter Andre.

10.40 - 11.00
Nick Grimshaw is joined by Rochelle Humes as the party returns to BBC One with a performance from global pop superstar Selena Gomez. Plus an exclusive sneak peek at Call the Midwife's Christmas special, and the cast of the West End's latest smash musical Kinky Boots perform.

11.00 - 11.30
The glittering night of entertainment continues with the cream of British comedy performing in a special Radio 4 sketch. Chart-toppers Years and Years sing live in the studio.

11.30 - 12.00
The cast of Beautiful, the Carole King Musical, perform.

12.00 - 12.30
Stars of Strictly past join in the fun and games as they face a brand new musical challenge, while Westlife's Shane Filan and Girls Aloud's Nadine Coyle unite for a very special performance.

12.30 - 2.00
A lively climax to the show from the cast of the Bend It Like Beckham musical, and the all-important final total is revealed.

Relive all the best bits from Children in Need 2015.

Shane Richie presents highlights from the show including an unmissable Star Wars sketch, a Hollywood-style music performance from the cast of EastEnders and Bruce back in the ballroom for a Strictly special.

With music from Ellie Goulding, Selena Gomez and Jess Glynne.

Tess Daly and Greg James kick off a night of fun and fundraising.

The cast of Aladdin perform and there's a special children's edition of Would I Lie to You? The cast of EastEnders star in a dance medley of movie classics from the 1980s, and a children's choir of over 1,500 children sing live in unison across the nation. Plus an exclusive look at the Doctor Who Christmas special.

A group of children receive a special surprise from Little Mix, Graham Norton and Ade Adepitan join in the fun, plus a Team GB Strictly Come Dancing special.

With the help of Great British Bake Off's Mel and Sue, Oscar-winning actor Eddie Redmayne searches for Pudsey Bear in an unmissable Children In Need comedy sketch

Plus the final leg of The One Show's rickshaw challenge and the first winner of the Sir Terry Wogan Fundraiser of Year Award is announced and Craig David is in the studio to perform the official Children in Need single, All We Needed.

The Children in Need entertainment feast switches over to BBC Two for a show packed with music featuring Michael Buble, Take That, Ellie Goulding, Shane Richie & Tony Hadley, Gregory Porter and Olly Murs.

Marvin and Rochelle Humes co-host as the evening of fun and fundraising continues, with a performance from girl group Little Mix. There's an exclusive sneak peak of the Call the Midwife Christmas special, plus Swedish singing-sensation Zara Larsson performs live in the studio.

There's a comedy dance performance from the cast of Citizen Khan and comedian Russell Kane. The Aladdin cast return for another special performance and Busted perform live in the studio.

Relive all the best bits from Children in Need 2016

Ade Adepitan presents highlights from the show, including an unmissable Fantastic Beasts sketch, a dance medley of movie classics from the 80s by the cast of EastEnders, plus a Team GB Strictly Come Dancing special as Olympians take to the famous dancefloor.

With music from Little Mix, Craig David and the cast of Aladdin.

Tess Daly and Ade Adepitan kick off the night with a performance from hit musical Annie, featuring Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood. There is also a sneak peak at the Doctor Who Christmas special. The cast of EastEnders sing their way round the Square in a show-stopping musical medley. The Children's Choir perform live in unison across the nation, and some deserving children get the surprise of their life. Graham Norton and Mel Giedroyc then take over for more fun and fundraising as the presenters of Countryfile take part in an unmissable performance. The incredible Rickshaw Challenge team from The One Show cross the finish line in Glasgow.

Marvin and Rochelle Humes co-host as the entertainment extravaganza returns to BBC One, with Rita Ora joining them in the studio. Tune in for an exclusive preview of the Call the Midwife Christmas special and don't miss West End divas Beverley Knight, Amber Riley and Cassidy Janson as they dazzle us with a unique performance. Ore Oduba joins us in studio, we go behind the scenes of our EastEnders Children in Need musical number, and Michael McIntyre spoils us with a sneak peak of his new show. The Vamps perform live in the studio, Jason Derulo unveils a world exclusive, we catch up on the evening's best moments, and the all-important final total is revealed.

The biggest party on the planet has arrived once again as viewers are invited to enjoy a night of unmissable entertainment, inspiring stories and fabulous fundraisers as Children in Need returns for an all-singing, all-dancing, inspiring evening of fun and fundraising. Tess Daly and Ade Adepitan kick off the night with a huge performance from a hit West End musical. The Children's Choir perform live in unison across the nation, while Graham Norton and Mel Giedroyc host more fun and fundraising and surprise guests. The incredible Rickshaw Challenge team from The One Show cross the finish line live in Salford, and there is a visit to the famous ballroom in the Strictly Come Dancing Children in Need special to see who will lift the Pudsey Glitterball trophy 2018. All of this plus plenty more surprises, and even more incredible fundraising feats are recognised.

The biggest party on the planet continues as viewers enjoy a night of unmissable entertainment, inspiring stories and fabulous fundraisers. Join Marvin and Rochelle Humes, plus new co-host Rob Beckett, as the entertainment extravaganza continues. Highlights include the Sir Terry Wogan Fundraiser of the Year 2018 being awarded, and Rob joins Marvin and Rochelle in a fun-filled game. There's also music performances galore and a catch-up of the evening's best moments, plus the all-important final total is revealed.

Rob Beckett presents highlights from the Children in Need 2018 appeal night, including EastEnders, Boyzone on the Strictly dance floor, music from Jamie Cullum and a whole lot more.

Ten well-known actors come together to record an album for Children in Need. Cameras follow Helena Bonham Carter, Jim Broadbent, Olivia Colman, Shaun Dooley, Luke Evans, Suranne Jones , Adrian Lester, Himesh Patel, David Tennant and Jodie Whittaker over 12 weeks in the summer of 2019 as they rehearse songs for their album, Got It Covered. Each actor must choose a song that has special meaning for them and must make their cover version their own. The participants also visit some charity projects that Children in Need supports in order to help raise funds and awareness.

The annual night of fundraising for Children in Need projects across the UK is back and bigger than ever, with the always brilliant hosts Tess Daly, Ade Adepitan, Graham Norton, Mel Giedroyc.

 The Dragons from Dragons' Den dine out at the I'll Get This restaurant in this special episode for Children In Need. However, rather than one of them paying the bill, they'll all be making donations to Children in Need, with the amounts increasing as the evening progresses.

Current Dragons Peter Jones, Tej Lalvani, Touker Suleyman and Sara Davies are joined by former Dragon Sarah Willingham.

The big night of fundraising continues with Rochelle and Marvin Humes, and brand new host comedian Tom Allen taking charge until 12.30am.

Mel Giedroyc presents the highlights of the annual night of fundraising and entertainment with big performances, comedy sketches, live studio surprises and inspiring stories.

Presenter Ade Adepitan MBE is our guide on this funny, poignant, revealing and surprising numerical tour across four fabulous decades of Children In Need. 

A powerful, uplifting film showing how resilient children can be as they experience a variety of challenges whilst coping with the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. 

BBC Children in Need celebrates its 40th anniversary with a very special evening of live television. Hosted by Mel Giedroyc, Stephen Mangan, Alex Scott and Chris Ramsey, the show includes appearances by this year's Strictly dancers, Beverley Knight, Shawn Mendes and the cast of West End musical Six. There are comedy sketches from the casts of King Gary and The Goes Wrong Show, and we get to know the nation's favourite bear like never before in a star-studded sketch, Pudsey Bear: Behind the Bandana. The Repair Shop team give one very special girl a surprise to treasure forever, and Alex Jones and Ade Adepitan bring us the finale of The One Show's rickshaw challenge. And some special films reveal the incredible and inspiring stories of the brave children who are supported by some of the thousands of Children in Need projects around the UK.

Alex Scott and Chris Ramsey present highlights of the annual night of fundraising for Children in Need projects across the UK.

As the show celebrates its 40th birthday, expect music performances, inspiring stories, comedy sketches and entertainment from some of the BBC's biggest shows, including a Strictly special and the return of the Children in Need choir, and some of the UK's biggest stars reveal the truth about the nation's favourite bear in Pudsey Bear: Behind the Bandana.

The Rickshaw Challenge for BBC Children in Need is back with an exciting new twist for 2021 in this one-off special.

As the challenge enters its 11th year, Matt Baker and a team of five young people, all of whom have been supported by projects funded by BBC Children in Need, take on a relay-style ride through their hometowns and other places across the UK that hold a particular significance for them.

The programme also celebrates the history of this much-loved BBC Children in Need staple, while at the same time raising life-changing money for the charity as part of its 2021 Appeal.

Dr Alex George follows the journeys of young people across the UK who are living with mental health issues. He explores the wide range of difficulties they face and finds out how local charities, including projects funded by Children in Need, are making a difference.

As an A&E doctor and the UK Youth Mental Health Ambassador, Alex has seen at first hand the effects of the pandemic on young people's mental wellbeing, but he never thought they would affect his own family. But in July 2020, Alex's 19-year-old brother Llyr, who had been struggling with anxiety during lockdown, took his own life. This poignant film is his response.

The annual charity extravaganza, hosted by some of the biggest names in entertainment and packed full of exclusive sketches, music performances and special guests.

The Rickshaw Relay rides again for BBC Children in Need in this one-off special. As the challenge enters its twelfth year, Matt Baker and a team of five young people, all of whom have been supported by projects funded by BBC Children in Need, take on a relay-style ride through their hometowns and other places across the UK that hold a particular significance for them.

The programme also celebrates the history of this much-loved BBC Children in Need staple, while at the same time raising life-changing money for the charity as part of its 2022 appeal.

Derek Brockway gets walking for Children in Need.

On his nine-mile hike between Wrexham and Hope Mountain, he meets local people and explores the landscape. He also learns about some of the projects that are supported by Children in Need all over Wales.

There's a challenge, too: Derek wants Pudsey to show off some top dance moves at a celebratory party on top of the mountain at the end of the walk, but Pudsey's repertoire is limited to waving and doing ‘thumbs up'. Dance phenomenon The Matsena Brothers are called in to help, but can they teach Pudsey the moves in time?

Live from Media City UK in Salford, Ade Adepitan, Mel Giedroyc, Chris Ramsey, Alex Scott and Jason Manford present BBC Children in Need.

From Blankety Blank to The Repair Shop and Graham Norton's Red Chair, the annual fundraiser will be jam-packed with exclusive sketches, exciting performances, music, dance and a few big surprises! As ever, this brilliant spectacle aims to raise vital money for children and young people across the UK who need help now more than ever.

Jackie Bird presents our annual appeal show featuring some of the Scottish projects that benefit from your donations. There is music from Boyzlife and Brooke Combe, plus comedy, celebrities and fundraiser,s all raising money to help Children in Need.

Alex Scott and Chris Ramsey introduce highlights of the annual night of fundraising for Children in Need projects across the UK.

Expect incredible music performances, inspiring stories, brand new comedy sketches and entertainment from some of the BBC's biggest shows - including specials from The Repair Shop, Graham Norton's Red Chair, Blankety Blank and the return of the Children in Need choir. Also, some of the UK's biggest stars do a shift in a call centre like no other!

…and don't forget, donations can still be made by visiting bbc.co.uk/pudsey, by calling 03457 33 22 33 or by text. To give £5, £10, £20 £30, or £40, simply text FIVE, TEN, TWENTY, THIRTY or FORTY to 70701.

Connor Phillips and Holly Hamilton join Pudsey for highlights from this year's BBC Children in Need. Joined by Dean McCullough, Hugo Duncan, Brooke Scullion and more, they meet the fundraisers and organisations that benefit from your donations.

Radio 1's Vick Hope and gaming expert and presenter Steffan Powell host a celebration of all things gaming to raise money for BBC Children in Need. Broadcasting live from Confetti X esports arena in Nottingham, celebrity guests take on games such as Just Dance Now, Mario Kart and HADO. Guests involved in this one-off event include Harry Pinero, Elz the Witch, Slogo, Wes Nelson, Yung Filly, Ellie Simmonds, Brandon B and Lauren Layfield.

Live from MediaCityUK in Salford, BBC Children in Need returns with a three-hour spectacle to entertain the nation while raising money for children and young people across the UK.

Ahead is a night full of dazzling entertainment, jam-packed with exciting performances and some of the nation's biggest stars as you've never seen them before.

There are special one-off sketches from some of the UK's most-loved TV shows, including MasterChef and a very special parody of Race Across the World, and music from Jerub, Leigh-Anne, and the UK's Junior Eurovision act STAND UNIQU3.

This year's BBC Children in Need is hosted by Ade Adepitan MBE, Mel Giedroyc, Jason Manford, Chris Ramsey, Alex Scott MBE and, for the first time, Bafta and RTS award-winning actor – 14-year-old Lenny Rush.

Join Jackie Bird for BBC Scotland's annual Children In Need appeal. There is music from Rianne Downey, comedy from the Scotts and much more. Also, we meet the children and young people from across Scotland who benefit from the money raised. Projects such as East Ayrshire Young Carers, The Ocean Youth Trust and Sports Driving give Scotland's children valuable experiences and opportunities which they would otherwise not have.

Alex Scott MBE presents highlights of the annual live BBC Children in Need Appeal Show. Highlights include a puppet takeover of MasterChef and an exclusive one-off Doctor Who sketch.

Holly Hamilton and Connor Phillips host a special programme from The Junction in Antrim, meeting the groups that benefit from your support and the fundraisers that make it possible.