One of the highlights is set to be Alan Titchmarsh exploring the history and geography of the UK from Dorset's Jurassic Coast to the Munroes of Scotland in 'British Isles: A Natural History'.
Rolf Harris will encourage viewers to pick up a brush and give painting a go in 'Rolf on Art -- The Big Event'. It is being billed as television's biggest art event and it will be staged outside The National Gallery.
Lorraine Hegessey, controller at BBC One, said: "One of the most important things BBC One can do is to give programmes a life beyond the screen, encouraging and supporting viewers who have been inspired to take things further."
'Fat Nation: The Big Challenge' will aim to tackle Britain's obesity problem by targeting one street in Birmingham with 200 residents who weigh a total of 12,000kgs. The programme will encourage the nation to join in, not just watch the show.
The 'Dirty War' drama tells the story of the aftermath of a dirty bomb attack on London and comes on the heels of the government issuing its guide of what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. It has been co-produced by BBC drama and current affairs.
A new comedy series, 'Carrie and Barry', stars Neil Morrissey as a cabbie and Claire Rushbrook as his wife Carrie. It is a light-hearted look at how a modern-day couple deal with sex, work, friendships, fanatasies and step-children. 'French and Saunders' are also making a return for their first series in six years.
New drama strands include Sarah Parish and John Thompson in dark comedy thriller, 'Blackpool', and Paul Nicholls in 'A Thing Called Love', based on William Ivory's tale set in Nottingham.
Michael Palin is also back on his travels. This time the intrepid explorer tackles the mountains of Pakistan, India, Nepal, China and Bangladesh in 'Himalaya with Michael Palin'.
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