where to watch children in need
Rayan Khaled
You can watch BBC Children in Need 2026 ( for free on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. The 2026 live appeal show aired on Friday, November 13, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM GMT and is available to stream on-demand afterward.
How to Watch in the UK
- Live TV. Tune in to BBC One for the main three-hour broadcast from MediaCityUK in Salford.
- On-Demand Streaming. Stream the full broadcast, signed versions, and related specials for free on the BBC iPlayer website or app. You will need a free BBC account and a valid UK TV Licence to stream.
Watching Outside the UK
- BBC iPlayer Access. BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to viewers inside the United Kingdom. UK residents traveling abroad typically use a VPN connected to a UK server to access their usual stream.
- Clips and Highlights. International viewers can watch individual sketches, musical performances, and appeal films on the official BBC Children in Need YouTube channel.