Channel 4 facts for kids

This page is about the TV channel Channel 4, which you can watch in Scotland, England, and Northern Ireland. If you're looking for the Welsh channel, check out S4C.

Channel 4 is a popular television channel in the United Kingdom. It first started broadcasting on 2 November 1982. On 10 December 2010, Channel 4 also launched a High Definition (HD) version of its channel.

What is Channel 4?

Channel 4 is a TV channel that shows a wide variety of programmes. It is known for being different and showing new kinds of shows. The channel is owned by the Channel Four Television Corporation. This is a public company that makes sure the channel serves the public.

Where Channel 4 is Based

Channel 4's main offices are in Leeds, England. This is where many of the important decisions about the channel are made. They also have offices in London.

How to Watch Channel 4

You can watch Channel 4 in many ways across the UK and Ireland.

• Freeview: This is a free way to watch TV using an aerial.
• Freesat: This is another free service that uses a satellite dish.
• Sky: Many people watch Channel 4 through Sky, which is a paid satellite service.
• Virgin Media: This is a cable TV service where you can also find Channel 4.
• Online: You can also watch Channel 4 shows online using services like All 4 or Sky Go.

Popular Shows on Channel 4

Channel 4 has shown many famous programmes over the years. Some of these shows have become very well-known.

• Countdown: A long-running game show about words and numbers.
• Brookside: A popular drama series that ran for many years.
• Big Brother: A reality show where people live together in a house.
• Channel 4 News: A daily news programme that covers important events.
• The Simpsons: A very famous animated comedy show from America.
• Friends: A much-loved comedy about a group of friends in New York City.
• Hollyoaks: A long-running drama series set in a fictional village.
• Deal Or No Deal: A game show where contestants open boxes to win money.
• Shameless: A drama series about a family living in Manchester.

Sister Channels

Channel 4 also has several sister channels. These channels show different types of programmes.

• 4seven: Shows popular programmes from Channel 4 again.
• Film4: Focuses on movies.
• E4: A channel for younger viewers, showing dramas and comedies.
• More4: Shows documentaries and lifestyle programmes.
• 4Music: Plays music videos and music-related shows.

Images for kids

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  Channel 4 used to have its headquarters at 124 Horseferry Road in London.

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  In 2020, Channel 4 opened a new main headquarters in the Majestic Building in Leeds.

See also

In Spanish: Channel 4 para niños