Discovery Quest HD
Irlanda
Discovery Quest HD is a television channel available to viewers in Ireland, focusing on documentary and factual programming. Its content typically explores subjects such as science, technology, nature, history, and engineering, often featuring in-depth examinations of how things work or are constructed. The channel aims to present educational and informative material, with a strong emphasis on visual detail and high-definition presentation. Programming generally avoids dramatic reenactments or sensationalism, instead leaning toward straightforward, observational storytelling. The schedule is built around long-form documentaries and series that investigate real-world topics, from deep-sea exploration to architectural feats. Viewers in Ireland can access the channel through standard cable and satellite television packages, with live and on-demand options available through some providers.
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00:00 - 00:30
How Do They Do It?
Leatherman, Formula 1, Glassware
Documentary, Science
How do they build Formula 1 racing cars? How do they make the Leatherman, America's best-selling multi-tool? And how do they create classic Finnish Aalto glassware?
00:30 - 01:00
How Do They Do It?
Hats; Longest Road Tunnel; Snake Catcher
Documentary, Science
How do the descendants of the Mayans make the finest Panama hats? How do they keep drivers safe in the world's longest road tunnel? And how do they catch Florida's escaped pythons?
01:00 - 01:30
How Do They Do It?
World in Miniature, Hurricane Test Center, Rhubarb
Documentary, Science
How do they build a working miniature airport? How do they design a house to survive a hurricane? And how do they grow rhubarb in the dark?
01:30 - 02:00
How Do They Do It?
Almonds; Snowblower; Detergents
Documentary, Science
How billions of bees help produce tonnes of California almonds, how snow is cleared to keep Norway's planes in action, and how tricky stains are removed.
02:00 - 03:00
Salvage Hunters
Episode 9
Reality, Documentary
Drew and Tee visit a salvage yard that specialises in stoneware. Blown away by the quality and rarity of some of the items, Drew is forced to haggle hard by the canny dealer.
03:00 - 04:00
Salvage Hunters
Episode 10
Reality, Documentary
The boys visit a heritage railway in Minehead where Drew discovers a fantastic selection of pieces in need of salvaging. The highlight of the trip, however, is a ride in the cab of a vintage steam train.
04:00 - 05:00
Salvage Hunters: The Restorers
Episode 17
Collectibles, Education
Metalworker Ted transforms a battered kitchen sink unit, while sculptor Nick works on a broken garden vase, and woodworker Robin re-imagines a set of vintage drawers.
05:00 - 05:30
How It's Made
Bottle Tops; Chocolate; Pills; Pasta
Science, Documentary
Bottle tops, chocolate, pills and pasta - where did they come from, and how were they made? Meet the designers and craftsmen to find out.
05:30 - 06:00
How It's Made
Honey; Fibre Optics; Bricks
Science, Documentary
Honey, fibre optics and bricks, where did they come from, and how are they made? Meet the designers and craftsmen to find out.
06:00 - 06:30
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
06:30 - 07:00
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
07:00 - 08:00
Salvage Hunters: The Restorers
Back in the Race
Collectibles, Education
French polisher Alex restores a 1930s rocking horse, sculptor Nick rescues a mid-century piece, and upholsterer Craig attempts to restore a classic Victorian chair.
08:00 - 09:00
Salvage Hunters
Talking Shop
Reality, Documentary
With her new shop opening, Viki fills the van while on the road with Drew. They snap up French advertising art and a dolls-house cabinet.
09:00 - 10:00
Salvage Hunters
Educating Al
Reality, Documentary
Drew teaches Al about buying from sources off limits to the competition. They nab a collection of crucibles and patterns at a Lancashire foundry.
10:00 - 11:00
Aussie Gold Hunters
Episode 7
Documentary
Mr Gold and Chris McCully battle it out for the top spot on the gold board. The Kellys are at risk of ending the season with no gold. After some dangerous dives, Jane, Vernon and Zeke's crews each make a push to finish the season with a bang.
11:00 - 12:00
Aussie Gold Hunters
Episode 8
Documentary
Jacqui and Andrew get trapped behind the line of a devastating bushfire, the McGhies bring in new equipment to uncover a gold-rich patch and The Gold Devils are torn apart when a team member goes off on their own.
12:00 - 13:00
Outback Opal Hunters
Miner vs Machine
Documentary, Reality
Slim Pickings are suddenly a man down when Lee shocks Roger with an unexpected injury. The Misfits divide and conquer at their Lunatic Claim.
13:00 - 14:00
Outback Opal Hunters
Dustbowl Blues
Documentary, Reality
Gale-force winds threaten the Digi Diggers' dreams of an eco-mine. The Bushmen discover dangerous old workings while clearing out their new mine.
14:00 - 15:00
The Repair Shop
Toy Carriage, Rock 'n Roll Records and Nana's Clock
DIY, Arts and Crafts
Jay Blades and the team bring three treasured family heirlooms, and the memories they hold, back to life. Metal expert Dominic Chinea takes on a toy carriage, which originally belonged to a young boy born in 1911. Owner Jane inherited it from her father and remembers pulling it...
15:00 - 15:30
Shed & Buried
West Country and Oxfordshire
Reality, Documentary
The boys are off to the West Country and Oxfordshire, in search of vintage treasure to buy, restore and flog. Their discoveries include rare motoring memorabilia, 1970s kitsch and a fabulous collection of stationary engines.
15:30 - 16:00
Shed & Buried
Cornish Surf
Reality, Documentary
Series in which Henry Cole and Sam Lovegrove nose around people's sheds and garages in search of automotive bargains. Today, in a Cornish surf shack they find a bevy of custom bikes, surf buggies and weird and wonderful objects of all kinds. In Oxfordshire, discoveries include...
16:00 - 16:30
Shed & Buried
From Bodmin to Oxfordshire
Reality, Documentary
Series in which Henry Cole and Sam Lovegrove nose around people's sheds and garages in search of automotive bargains. Today, Henry and Sam discover a collection of motorbikes on Bodmin Moor accumulated over 25 years. They snap up a Suzuki B120 but selling it on to Henry's mate...
16:30 - 17:00
Shed & Buried
Redruth
Reality, Documentary
The boys are back in town and travelling to Redruth, where they're confronted with Roy's sheds and their ramshackle contents. There's everything from a model canary-yellow Lamborghini to Harry Potter's Anglia!
17:00 - 18:00
Find It, Fix It, Flog It
Episode 25
Collectibles, Auction
The boys are coming to the end of their journey as they head to Wales where Henry converts a Royal Enfield into a classic café racer, and Simon gets an 80s pinball machine back to its best.
18:00 - 19:00
The Yorkshire Auction House
Artworks And Kinky Boots
Reality, Collectibles
Angus finds an old painting that could be worth a fortune and uncovers a pair of designer bondage boots that whip up a frenzy at auction.
19:00 - 20:00
The Yorkshire Auction House
A Secretive Box
Reality, Collectibles
Angus faces two epic clear-outs: Simon's Welsh home hides rare novels and a 16th-century lockbox, while Bea's London clutter conceals a violin that could fetch thousands.
20:00 - 21:00
Antiques Road Trip
Charlie Ross and Izzie Balmer, Day 3
Collectibles, Fine Arts
Experts Charlie Ross and Izzie Balmer find themselves weaving their classic car through the b-roads of the North Wessex Downs. Charlie decides to play Izzie at her own game and hunts for 'sparkly' antiques. However, he's soon distracted by an exquisite Edwardian box that holds a...
21:00 - 22:00
The Yorkshire Auction House
Dad's Valuable Hoard
Reality, Collectibles
Angus clears a collection of ancient artefacts from the home of a legendary musician. He then helps sisters part with their aunt's treasures.
22:00 - 23:00
The Yorkshire Auction House
Episode 8
Reality, Collectibles
Auctioneer Angus Ashworth and his team are called out to people's homes with a mission to sift through a lifetime of possessions and find forgotten treasures that can be sold at auction.
23:00 - 00:00
The Repair Shop
Episode 10
DIY, Arts and Crafts
Jay Blades and the team bring three treasured family heirlooms, and the memories they hold, back to life. Resident clock expert Steven Fletcher is in receipt of an unusual time piece, a statue of a barmaid holding a swinging pendulum clock dial. These clocks are known for being...