In "James May's Shed Load of Ideas," the beloved presenter fully leans into his persona as a modern-day, pragmatic philosopher. Freed from the world of high-octane automotive challenges, May returns to his natural habitat: a wonderfully cluttered shed. From this cozy HQ, he embarks on a series of intellectual and practical explorations, applying his signature curiosity and dry wit to everything from the history of mundane objects to grand futuristic concepts. The show is a testament to the fact that the subject is almost irrelevant; the true appeal is simply listening to James May think aloud. It's a comforting, witty, and deeply engaging series for anyone who finds joy in the art of thoughtful inquiry.
James, Sim and Tony attempt to recycle milk bottles into a game for the pub, repair Peter's Victorian games box, and invent spray-on crisp flavouring.
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Now playing Season 1, Episode 5 — Recycling Plastic
November 11, 2025
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Season 1 • 8 episodes
James May is back to help fix Britain's biggest bugbears with simple solutions and ingenious engineering. Today, he builds a traffic warden-warning system
James and co invent ‘The Supermarket Trolley-Bike’, make some super cool clothes, create an addictive pub game and repair a broken train set.
The team make a trap for fly tippers and give Wiltshire its own dartboard. Plus, James invents 'The Herb Hat' for when food needs an extra flourish.
James, Sim and Tony reinvent cinema seating, attempt to stop cereal going soggy and repair a telescope. They also have an idea for beauty treatments.
James, Sim and Tony attempt to recycle milk bottles into a game for the pub, repair Peter's Victorian games box, and invent spray-on crisp flavouring.
James builds a sound-proof room-within-a-room to tackle noisy neighbours and attempts to fix local Piers' toaster. He also invents 'Cheese Chess'.
James builds a table to keep pub meals warm. Plus, he tries to repair a record player, chop salad in a fan, and solve the problem of door-holding.
James tackles uncollected dog poo, makes a new noticeboard for the church, plays a game of 'Tool Charades' and cooks curry in a washing machine.
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