Sky TV Packages

What does Sky's TV package offer me?

The service they provide is wide and varied. Much of what you will be able to receive depends upon the Sky Box that you choose. The Sky ethic dictates that what each customer receives should be highly personal to their interests and hobbies, therefore the Sky box you select will come with its own range of dedicated equipment to suit your needs.

The Sky Boxes

The Sky+ box acts gives you the ability to pause and rewid live TV as well as allowing you to record and store programmes direct to the box. You are able to record an entire series at the touch of the buttom and the box allows you to record upto 185 hours of standard defitintion TV...with no need for tapes, times or fuss. This makes it a great choice for those who have hectic lives and want to watch at their convenience.

Sky Television in high-definition

The Sky+ HD box is for broadcasting purists. HD stands for ‘High Definition’ and this is exactly what this cutting edge technology affords the viewer. On Sky+ HD, the picture quality is five times sharper than in standard-definition television, allowing you to see films with a previously unknown level of realism. You can access upto 38 HD channels, the UK's widest range of HD channels. Combined with superb digital quality sound and amazing picture resolution, the Sky+ HD box is the ultimate experience in watching spectacular documentaries, thrilling films and world-class live sporting events

Sky offer an unprecedented level of personalisation, having designed six varied channel packs that aim to cater to the needs of different customers.

Variety Pack: This selection gives you access to a wide range of programmes and designed to suit the needs of the family. You can enjoy both cutting-edge and classic drama, sci-fi, reality shows and much more.

Featured channels: Sky One, Living, FX, Comedy Central and many more.

News & Events Pack: Are you interested in current affairs? Do you like to keep up with the latest political stories and scandals? Are you a sport junkie, who enjoys everything from the Cup Final to Queen’s Tennis Tournament? Well, if the answer to one or more of these is yes, then this may just be the Sky Pack to interest you. This is the Sky Package to keep you on your toes!.

Featured channels:Sky Sports News, Fox News, British Eurosport, CNBC Europe, Extreme Sports

Knowledge Pack This is the Pack for those of you with the will to learn more. Whether it be historical documentaries, wildlife features or real life crime stories you are interested in, there is a array of different channels waiting for you to discover them with this Sky package. The perfect place for a spot of pub-quiz practice.

Featured channels: Eden, Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, the History Channel, National Geographic Channel

Music Pack: Here is the place to massage your ear drums or practice the air guitar. It is almost thirty years since the launch of MTV with the erstwhile hit, Video Killed the Radio Star, and now the number of channels has mushroomed and choice abounds. This Sky Pack runs through every conceivable music genre, from rock and pop to urban and R n’ B. So, get your best shoes on and get ready for a digital dance.

Featured channels: MTV, VH1, Kiss, Magic, MTV Hits, Smash Hits, Kerrang, MTV Dance

Children’s Pack’: The dream of children and parents alike. Guaranteed safe and fun entertainment is designed to keep children amused for hours on end, so parents can hope to reclaim those lost Saturday mornings. This Sky Pack features twelve age-specific channels that are so much fun that you might end up getting hooked yourself.

Featured channels: Baby First, Cartoon Network, Disney Channel, Playhouse Disney, Nickelodeon

Style and Culture Pack: This Pack is designed for people who are interested in discovering worlds beyond their own. Deftly following the latest fashions, styles, subcultures and artistic movements – you’ll soon realise that there is much to be learnt and gained from the Style and Culture Pack.

Featured channels:Discovery Home and Health, Sky Arts, The Africa Channel, Diva TV, Star Plus

When you subscribe to any Sky TV package you can get access to all of Sky’s channels (except those specifically for the Sky+ HD service). There are various channel combinations available so you can customise your watching experience, or choose to have them all.

There are 6 different entertainment mixes- Choose Variety for a blend of drama, comedy, documentary and sci-fi, Music for the latest and classic hits and a huge selection of genres, News & Events for current affairs, 24 hour news channels and sports headlines, Kids for fun and educational children’s viewing, Knowledge for insightful documentaries and biographies, or Style & Culture for fashion, art and homes. In addition to these channel packages you can subscribe to Sky Sports to watch live sport and Sky Movies for the latest blockbusters and classic movies.

Not to be overlooked is Sky television’s interactive services. An on-screen guide lets you know what’s on and when, as well as recommendations and a reminder function to alert you when your favourite programs begin. With Sky Active you can shop, play games, get the latest news and even buy a lottery ticket.

A monthly subscription costs as little as £18.00 and they not only offer television – you can even get free internet with Sky Broadband when you subscribe to any Sky TV package!

A one-off £30 standard set-up cost applies on Sky standard packages, but if you choose a Premium Mix such as Sky Sports or upgrade to a Sky+ HD package you will get the installation for free!