UK households relying on Freeview for TV content are advised to check and potentially retune their equipment due to recent channel adjustments. Freeview has announced changes to channel names and positions in the TV guide starting on May 20, 2026. To ensure access to updated channels and TV listings, a quick retuning of devices is recommended.
Among the alterations, Hobbycraft TV on channel 97 has been rebranded as Shop Unlimited, and Great! Romance Mix on channel 61 has been replaced by Great! TV +1. Additionally, channel numbers have been shuffled, with Great! Movies moving from channel 61 to 62, and Great! TV +1 taking over the former channel 61 slot.
Freeview emphasized the dynamic nature of channel offerings, with providers frequently making decisions to relocate, add, or remove channels. The platform aims to provide diverse and engaging content for viewers.
If the updates are not automatically reflected on TVs, manual retuning may be necessary. To retune, users can access the menu on their TV or set-top box remote, navigate to setup or installation options, and initiate a full retune process. Following the on-screen prompts, users can save newly detected channels to complete the process successfully.