Discovery Quest HD
Ireland
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.
Schedule
02:00 - 03:00
The Alaska Triangle
The Hairyman of Port Chatham
Paranormal
Bigfoot hunters investigate whether ape-like beast is responsible for a string of disappearances.
03:00 - 04:00
NASA's Unexplained Files
Secrets of the Alien Signals
Documentary, Science
When NASA begins a strange experiment to communicate with dolphins, experts investigate if it's a prelude to making alien contact and some fear that such a discovery could have apocalyptic consequences.
04:00 - 04:30
How It's Made
Air Filters/ Billiard Cues/ Ice Sculptures/ Suits
Science, Documentary
Find out how air filters, billiard cues, ice sculptures and suits are made, as more everyday items are put under the microscope.
04:30 - 05:00
How It's Made
Escalator Handrails; Highlighters; Guitar Strings; Wigs
Science, Documentary
Find out how escalator handrails, highlighters, guitar strings and wigs are made, as more everyday items are put under the microscope.
05:00 - 05:30
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.
05:30 - 06:00
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.
06:00 - 07:00
American Pickers
Kingdom of Lost Junk
Collectibles, Reality
The owner of an automotive boneyard is in the mood to sell. And a California collector's kingdom of junk is home to one of the rarest motorbikes in the world.
07:00 - 08:00
American Pickers
The Eyes Have It
Collectibles, Reality
In North Carolina, Mike and Jersey dive into a mad-scientist collection of antique quackery and medical equipment, all curated by Richard, a retired eye surgeon in his 90s.
08:00 - 09:00
American Pickers
Mike and Homer
Collectibles, Reality
While cruising through Southern California on a special mission for Danielle, Mike uncovers a legendary signed guitar along with story boards and scripts from America's favourite cartoon family, The Simpsons.
09:00 - 10:00
The Edinburgh Auction House
Treasure Island & A Gold Coin
Reality, Collectibles
Auctioneer Sybelle Thomson heads to a Scottish island home packed with four generations of valuable heirlooms. Hopes are high when the team discover a rare gold coin.
10:00 - 11:00
The Edinburgh Auction House
The Rare Gold Nugget
Reality, Collectibles
Auctioneer Sybelle Thomson helps a client downsize, only to find a diamond-encrusted gold nugget. However, she needs to test it back at the saleroom in order to determine its value.
11:00 - 12:00
The Yorkshire Auction House
Episode 5
Reality, Collectibles
Angus heads to Bradford to look through a vast collection of coins, toys and jewellery. Plus, the team clear Yorkshire-made furniture from a beautiful cottage.
12:00 - 13:00
The Yorkshire Auction House
Episode 6
Reality, Collectibles
Angus and the team face the mammoth task of clearing a collection of bow top caravans. Later on, a widower wants to sell a collection of stamps and Beatrix Potter figurines that might be valuable.
13:00 - 14:00
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...
14:00 - 15:00
The Repair Shop
Episode 5
DIY, Arts and Crafts
Jay Blades and the team bring three treasured family heirlooms, and the memories they hold, back to life. First to arrive is a delicately carved set of clay sculptures, for the attention of ceramics expert Kirsten Ramsey. Owner Jackie treasures the figurines, lovingly crafted by...
15:00 - 16:00
The Repair Shop
Father's Sitar, WW2 Pilots Jacket and Flying Toy Bird
DIY, Arts and Crafts
Jay Blades and the team set to work restoring a precious sitar, a Second World War pilot's jacket and a toy bird that has lost its tweet.
16:00 - 17:00
The Repair Shop
Sweetheart's Portrait, Tin Plate Rocket and Lucky Leather Purse
DIY, Arts and Crafts
Paper conservator Louise Drover rescues a water-damaged pastel portrait of a young couple. Owner Simon cherishes the portrait of him and his late wife Vicky, captured whilst on holiday in their youth. It is a delicate task for Louise as she uses more moisture to tackle the...
17:00 - 18:00
The Yorkshire Auction House
Brotherly Love And Kitsch Cats
Reality, Collectibles
Angus helps a man sell his sibling's rare books and toys. Plus, a cruise ship singer wants to downsize her kitsch collection of mid-century ornaments.
18:00 - 19:00
The Derbyshire Auction House
Old Watch, New Fortune
Reality, Collectibles
Irita discovers a mysterious, rare watch in Dorset, raising hopes for two friends to fulfil a retirement dream. And in Kent, inherited Masonic regalia and leather-bound books need to be sold.
19:00 - 20:00
Secret Life Of The Auction House
Horseferry Road Furniture, Corgi Cars
Documentary, Auction
A stainless-steel sculpture, a load of antique furniture and a collection of 1960s Corgi toy cars all pose challenges to the logistics team.
20:00 - 21:00
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...
21:00 - 22:00
The Repair Shop
Episode 12
DIY, Arts and Crafts
A farming family's butter churn and a fire-damaged teddy bear are given new life, and a guitar amp at the centre of Derry's punk scene in the 1970s is ready to roar again.
22:00 - 23:00
The Repair Shop
Episode 5
DIY, Arts and Crafts
Jay Blades and the team bring three treasured family heirlooms, and the memories they hold, back to life. First to arrive is a delicately carved set of clay sculptures, for the attention of ceramics expert Kirsten Ramsey. Owner Jackie treasures the figurines, lovingly crafted by...
23:00 - 00:00
The Repair Shop
Father's Sitar, WW2 Pilots Jacket and Flying Toy Bird
DIY, Arts and Crafts
Jay Blades and the team set to work restoring a precious sitar, a Second World War pilot's jacket and a toy bird that has lost its tweet.