Streaming Starter Guide
Moving away from a traditional TV bundle doesn’t mean losing your favourite shows. In the UK, almost every major channel is now available as a standalone app. With a fast fibre connection, you simply download the services you want.
- Freely: The new standard for smart TVs. It brings live channels from the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, and Channel 5 together in one place via your Wi-Fi.
- BBC iPlayer: For all BBC channels, live and on demand.
- ITVX: Replaces the old ITV Hub with a massive library of British box sets.
- Channel 4: High-quality drama, comedy, and documentaries.
- My5: All the best from the Channel 5 family.
Free TV
You don’t need an aerial or a satellite dish to watch the UK’s primary channels. These apps provide live TV and vast on-demand libraries for free:
- NOW Entertainment: The easiest way to get Sky Atlantic, Sky Max, and Sky Kids without a long-term contract.
- Netflix: The global leader for original series and movies.
- Disney+: Essential for Star Wars, Marvel, and family classics.
- Apple TV+: Premium original content like Ted Lasso and Slow Horses.
Subscription shows and films
If you miss the “premium” feel of cable TV, these services offer the best box sets and exclusive US dramas:
- NOW Sports: Access all 11 Sky Sports channels. Opt for a "Day Membership" for one-off events or a Month Membership for a rolling subscription.
- discovery+ (Premium): The exclusive home of TNT Sports. Watch the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, and MotoGP with the freedom to cancel anytime.
- Amazon Prime Video: While they’ve stepped back from the Premier League, they are now the home of Tuesday night Champions League "first pick" matches.
Subscription sports
You can still catch every match on a rolling monthly basis—no 18-month tie-ins required: