Today 03:00 - 03:30
3/4. Set in a 1960s' bedsitter, Trisha is persuaded to cater for a double date. Stars Beattie Edmondson and Nikesh Patel. From 2016.
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Sat Dec 13
Today 03:30 - 03:45
5/10. Lady Susan's teenage daughter is resentful of the marriage plans she has in mind for her. Stars Harriet Walter.
Today 03:45 - 04:00
5/5. Jane is enchanted by an apothecary and discovers that the Prince Regent is a fan of her work. Stars Susannah Harker.
Today 04:00 - 04:30
3/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Bernard Ingham, Hugh Dennis, Victoria Coren and Arthur Smith. From July 2002.
Today 04:30 - 05:00
2/6. The school show sparks robust religious debate and a demonstration of true human kindness. With Carolyn Pickles. From July 2003.
Today 05:00 - 06:00
3/3. Anne Elliot begins to suspect that she was wrong about Captain Frederick Wentworth. Stars Juliet Stevenson and Tim Brierley.
Today 06:00 - 07:10
1/2. Young Fanny Price goes to live with her rich aunt and uncle. Stars Felicity Jones, Benedict Cumberbatch and David Tennant.
Today 07:10 - 07:15
Multi-Oscar nominated Felicity Jones with Joan Armatrading's 'Love And Affection' and 'Pressure Drop' by Toots and The Maytals.
Today 07:15 - 07:30
4 Extra Debut. Set in Snowdonia, the hidden depths and desires of a 19th century botanist and a present-day teenager. Read by Dewi Wykes.
Today 07:30 - 08:45
The editor-in-chief of British Vogue traces his journey from refugee to the peak of the global fashion industry.
Today 08:45 - 09:00
3/4. Sir Plympton Makepeace muses on his committee membership as he shares more unreliable memories. Starring Leslie Phillips.
Today 09:00 - 09:30
13/13. Will the dear ladies be ready in time for their party guests? Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1979.
Today 09:30 - 10:00
12/14. Kenneth Horne meets the BBC's chief programme planner - and 'Hornerama' looks at Russia. With Kenneth Williams. From July 1960.
Today 10:00 - 11:00
Feel festive with Sue and enjoy Radio Active's Christmas Turkey (1983) and The Masterson Inheritance Christmas Special (1995).
Today 11:00 - 12:10
1/2. Young Fanny Price goes to live with her rich aunt and uncle. Stars Felicity Jones, Benedict Cumberbatch and David Tennant.
Today 12:10 - 12:15
Multi-Oscar nominated Felicity Jones with Joan Armatrading's 'Love And Affection' and 'Pressure Drop' by Toots and The Maytals.
Today 12:15 - 12:30
4 Extra Debut. Set in Snowdonia, the hidden depths and desires of a 19th century botanist and a present-day teenager. Read by Dewi Wykes.
Today 12:30 - 13:45
The editor-in-chief of British Vogue traces his journey from refugee to the peak of the global fashion industry.
Today 13:45 - 14:00
3/4. Sir Plympton Makepeace muses on his committee membership as he shares more unreliable memories. Starring Leslie Phillips.
Today 14:00 - 14:30
13/13. Will the dear ladies be ready in time for their party guests? Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1979.
Today 14:30 - 15:00
12/14. Kenneth Horne meets the BBC's chief programme planner - and 'Hornerama' looks at Russia. With Kenneth Williams. From July 1960.
Today 15:00 - 16:00
Feel festive with Sue and enjoy Radio Active's Christmas Turkey (1983) and The Masterson Inheritance Christmas Special (1995).
Today 16:00 - 17:00
Christmas Eve, 1951: stockbroker John Greenwood is locked out of his house. But is everything as it seems? Stars Phillip Voss.
Today 17:00 - 18:10
1/2. Young Fanny Price goes to live with her rich aunt and uncle. Stars Felicity Jones, Benedict Cumberbatch and David Tennant.
Today 18:10 - 18:15
Multi-Oscar nominated Felicity Jones with Joan Armatrading's 'Love And Affection' and 'Pressure Drop' by Toots and The Maytals.
Today 18:15 - 18:30
4 Extra Debut. Set in Snowdonia, the hidden depths and desires of a 19th century botanist and a present-day teenager. Read by Dewi Wykes.
Today 18:30 - 19:45
The editor-in-chief of British Vogue traces his journey from refugee to the peak of the global fashion industry.
Today 19:45 - 20:00
3/4. Sir Plympton Makepeace muses on his committee membership as he shares more unreliable memories. Starring Leslie Phillips.
Today 20:00 - 20:30
13/13. Will the dear ladies be ready in time for their party guests? Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1979.
Today 20:30 - 21:00
12/14. Kenneth Horne meets the BBC's chief programme planner - and 'Hornerama' looks at Russia. With Kenneth Williams. From July 1960.
Today 21:00 - 22:00
Feel festive with Sue and enjoy Radio Active's Christmas Turkey (1983) and The Masterson Inheritance Christmas Special (1995).
Today 22:00 - 22:30
2/6. An arctic proposal, a strategy meeting and airbrushing. Quick-fire sketches with Susie Donkin and Dave Lamb. From August 2005.
Today 22:30 - 23:00
4/6. When Milton launches a job agency, getting people jobs isn't easy - leading his best client to go ballistic. From 2016.
Today 23:00 - 23:30
2/4. The internet is the focus for Andrew's probe behind the lazy assumptions about threats to British society. From 2013.
Today 23:30 - 00:00
2/6. The 'Genius' comic and popular stand up comedian in the tag talk show, where the guest is the next interviewer. From 2009.
Sun Dec 14
Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:00
Christmas Eve, 1951: stockbroker John Greenwood is locked out of his house. But is everything as it seems? Stars Phillip Voss.
Tomorrow 01:00 - 02:10
1/2. Young Fanny Price goes to live with her rich aunt and uncle. Stars Felicity Jones, Benedict Cumberbatch and David Tennant.
Tomorrow 02:10 - 02:15
Multi-Oscar nominated Felicity Jones with Joan Armatrading's 'Love And Affection' and 'Pressure Drop' by Toots and The Maytals.
Tomorrow 02:15 - 02:30
4 Extra Debut. Set in Snowdonia, the hidden depths and desires of a 19th century botanist and a present-day teenager. Read by Dewi Wykes.
Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:45
The editor-in-chief of British Vogue traces his journey from refugee to the peak of the global fashion industry.
Tomorrow 03:45 - 04:00
3/4. Sir Plympton Makepeace muses on his committee membership as he shares more unreliable memories. Starring Leslie Phillips.
Tomorrow 04:00 - 04:30
13/13. Will the dear ladies be ready in time for their party guests? Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1979.
Tomorrow 04:30 - 05:00
12/14. Kenneth Horne meets the BBC's chief programme planner - and 'Hornerama' looks at Russia. With Kenneth Williams. From July 1960.
Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00
Feel festive with Sue and enjoy Radio Active's Christmas Turkey (1983) and The Masterson Inheritance Christmas Special (1995).
Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:45
From Yehudi Menuhin to the Beatles. HRH The Duchess Of Kent shares her castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 1989.
Tomorrow 06:45 - 07:00
David Attenborough celebrates the Monarch Butterfly. Its migration is one of the great spectacles and feats of nature. From May 2011.
Tomorrow 07:00 - 07:30
As selected from the BBC archives by Daljit Nagra, Paul Durcan continues reading his poem 'Christmas Day'. From 1997.
Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:40
1/2. Unscrupulous society widow Lady Susan Vernon visits her brother and his wife. Will she be made welcome? Stars Harriet Walter.
Tomorrow 08:40 - 08:50
Author Philippa Gregory chooses the Mazurka from the ballet Coppélia, and Swing Low Sweet Chariot by Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
Tomorrow 08:50 - 10:00
A portrait of the private and professional world of Jane Austen, as seen through her letters and novels. Stars Susannah Harker.
Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30
4 Extra Debut. Will Ted be able to cope with a house guest - his mother-in-law? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960.
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
June Whitfield and Jimmy Edward's disastrous date and Ma's got a broken leg in 'The Glums'. With Alma Cogan. From February 1955.
Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:45
From Yehudi Menuhin to the Beatles. HRH The Duchess Of Kent shares her castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 1989.
Tomorrow 11:45 - 12:00
David Attenborough celebrates the Monarch Butterfly. Its migration is one of the great spectacles and feats of nature. From May 2011.
Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:30
As selected from the BBC archives by Daljit Nagra, Paul Durcan continues reading his poem 'Christmas Day'. From 1997.
Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:40
1/2. Unscrupulous society widow Lady Susan Vernon visits her brother and his wife. Will she be made welcome? Stars Harriet Walter.
Tomorrow 13:40 - 13:50
Author Philippa Gregory chooses the Mazurka from the ballet Coppélia, and Swing Low Sweet Chariot by Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
Tomorrow 13:50 - 15:00
A portrait of the private and professional world of Jane Austen, as seen through her letters and novels. Stars Susannah Harker.
Tomorrow 15:00 - 15:30
4 Extra Debut. Will Ted be able to cope with a house guest - his mother-in-law? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960.
Tomorrow 15:30 - 16:00
June Whitfield and Jimmy Edward's disastrous date and Ma's got a broken leg in 'The Glums'. With Alma Cogan. From February 1955.
Tomorrow 16:00 - 16:45
1/2. 4 Extra Debut. The immortal wanderer faces new challenges when he discovers a mystery and a plan for revenge served cold. Stars Paul Hilton.
Tomorrow 16:45 - 17:00
In a post-apocalyptic city, traces of past beauty are viewed with derision - even an iconic work of art. Read by Peter Whitman.
Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:45
From Yehudi Menuhin to the Beatles. HRH The Duchess Of Kent shares her castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 1989.
Tomorrow 17:45 - 18:00
David Attenborough celebrates the Monarch Butterfly. Its migration is one of the great spectacles and feats of nature. From May 2011.
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
As selected from the BBC archives by Daljit Nagra, Paul Durcan continues reading his poem 'Christmas Day'. From 1997.
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:40
1/2. Unscrupulous society widow Lady Susan Vernon visits her brother and his wife. Will she be made welcome? Stars Harriet Walter.
Tomorrow 19:40 - 19:50
Author Philippa Gregory chooses the Mazurka from the ballet Coppélia, and Swing Low Sweet Chariot by Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
Tomorrow 19:50 - 21:00
A portrait of the private and professional world of Jane Austen, as seen through her letters and novels. Stars Susannah Harker.
Tomorrow 21:00 - 21:30
4 Extra Debut. Will Ted be able to cope with a house guest - his mother-in-law? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960.
Tomorrow 21:30 - 22:00
June Whitfield and Jimmy Edward's disastrous date and Ma's got a broken leg in 'The Glums'. With Alma Cogan. From February 1955.
Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30
5/6. The meddling social worker takes a homeless survey, and Brian arranges a stag night. Stars Sally Phillips. From December 2005.
Tomorrow 22:30 - 23:00
5/6. The writer struggles for cash, while his geraniums moan about Christmas decorations. With Alistair McGowan. From February 1992.
Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30
1/6. Stephen K Amos plus Sarah Kendall, Gráinne Maguire and James Acaster joke about being a 21st Century role model. From 2013.
Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00
3/4. Lord Zimbabwe and Dr Lilac hit the Wild West to thwart an evil Waffle Baron. With Dan Freedman and Nick Romero. From July 2000.
Mon Dec 15
Monday 00:00 - 00:45
1/2. 4 Extra Debut. The immortal wanderer faces new challenges when he discovers a mystery and a plan for revenge served cold. Stars Paul Hilton.
Monday 00:45 - 01:00
In a post-apocalyptic city, traces of past beauty are viewed with derision - even an iconic work of art. Read by Peter Whitman.
Monday 01:00 - 01:45
From Yehudi Menuhin to the Beatles. HRH The Duchess Of Kent shares her castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 1989.
Monday 01:45 - 02:00
David Attenborough celebrates the Monarch Butterfly. Its migration is one of the great spectacles and feats of nature. From May 2011.
Monday 02:00 - 02:30
As selected from the BBC archives by Daljit Nagra, Paul Durcan continues reading his poem 'Christmas Day'. From 1997.
Monday 02:30 - 03:40
1/2. Unscrupulous society widow Lady Susan Vernon visits her brother and his wife. Will she be made welcome? Stars Harriet Walter.
Monday 03:40 - 03:50
Author Philippa Gregory chooses the Mazurka from the ballet Coppélia, and Swing Low Sweet Chariot by Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
Monday 03:50 - 05:00
A portrait of the private and professional world of Jane Austen, as seen through her letters and novels. Stars Susannah Harker.
Monday 05:00 - 05:30
4 Extra Debut. Will Ted be able to cope with a house guest - his mother-in-law? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960.
Monday 05:30 - 06:00
June Whitfield and Jimmy Edward's disastrous date and Ma's got a broken leg in 'The Glums'. With Alma Cogan. From February 1955.
Monday 06:00 - 06:30
5/6. As Milkie tries to find out how far the political corruption goes - can he deal with consequences? Stars Dennis Waterman.
Monday 06:30 - 07:00
1/5. A seance at a remote house spells out a man's murder. Agatha Christie whodunnit with Geoffrey Whitehead as Inspector Narracott.
Monday 07:00 - 07:30
4/6. Roger's writing career is in jeopardy. Will his wife Julia ever come home from hospital? Stars Keith Barron. From 1998.
Monday 07:30 - 08:00
11/20. When Frazer loses a Lewis gun's butterfly spring, he must track down a coffin! Adapted from BBC TV with John Laurie. From 1974.
Monday 08:00 - 08:30
1/6. Richard is alarmed to find that Uljabaan has commandeered six allotments for an experiment. With Peter Davison. From 2014.
Monday 08:30 - 08:45
6/10. Frederica asks for Mrs Vernon's help in resisting Lady Susan's marriage plans for her. Stars Harriet Walter.
Monday 08:45 - 09:00
1/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel search for an heir to a 73-year-old recluse. Stars William Ash and Claire Keelan.
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
5/6. Jack Dee is in the umpire's chair for the godfather of all panel shows with Joe Lycett, Pippa Evans, Richard Coles and Tony Hawks on the panel.
Monday 09:30 - 09:45
1/4. 4 Extra Debut. Alastair Hume is in Kent at one of England's oldest Christian structures to uncover the history of the Wexford Carol. From 1998.
Monday 09:45 - 10:00
A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Richard Littledale.
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
Film producer and educator David Puttnam talks with Robin Ray about those sounds which stir his emotions. From September 1990.
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
4 Extra Debut. Alexander Armstrong explores the appeal of flying ace Biggles and examines the life of his creator, Captain WE Johns. From 2009.
Monday 11:00 - 11:30
5/6. As Milkie tries to find out how far the political corruption goes - can he deal with consequences? Stars Dennis Waterman.
Monday 11:30 - 12:00
1/5. A seance at a remote house spells out a man's murder. Agatha Christie whodunnit with Geoffrey Whitehead as Inspector Narracott.
Monday 12:00 - 12:30
4/6. Roger's writing career is in jeopardy. Will his wife Julia ever come home from hospital? Stars Keith Barron. From 1998.
Monday 12:30 - 13:00
11/20. When Frazer loses a Lewis gun's butterfly spring, he must track down a coffin! Adapted from BBC TV with John Laurie. From 1974.
Monday 13:00 - 13:30
1/6. Richard is alarmed to find that Uljabaan has commandeered six allotments for an experiment. With Peter Davison. From 2014.
Monday 13:30 - 13:45
6/10. Frederica asks for Mrs Vernon's help in resisting Lady Susan's marriage plans for her. Stars Harriet Walter.
Monday 13:45 - 14:00
1/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel search for an heir to a 73-year-old recluse. Stars William Ash and Claire Keelan.
Monday 14:00 - 14:30
6/8. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Marcus Brigstocke, Sheila Hancock and Sue Perkins. From 2011.
Monday 14:30 - 15:00
6/6. When Doreen is mugged, Adam and Rudy react very differently. Stars Lenny Henry and Larrington Walker. From November 2012.
Monday 15:00 - 15:45
4 Extra Debut. 14-year-old Jane Austen's exuberant comic parody of the sentimental and romantic novels of the day. Stars David Tennant.
Monday 15:45 - 16:00
4 Extra Debut. As London bustles with Christmas shoppers, a mother and daughter's holiday is endangered by a lost toy. Read by Stuart Graham.
Monday 16:00 - 16:30
Film producer and educator David Puttnam talks with Robin Ray about those sounds which stir his emotions. From September 1990.
Monday 16:30 - 17:00
4 Extra Debut. Alexander Armstrong explores the appeal of flying ace Biggles and examines the life of his creator, Captain WE Johns. From 2009.
Monday 17:00 - 17:30
5/6. As Milkie tries to find out how far the political corruption goes - can he deal with consequences? Stars Dennis Waterman.
Monday 17:30 - 18:00
1/5. A seance at a remote house spells out a man's murder. Agatha Christie whodunnit with Geoffrey Whitehead as Inspector Narracott.
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
4/6. Roger's writing career is in jeopardy. Will his wife Julia ever come home from hospital? Stars Keith Barron. From 1998.
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
11/20. When Frazer loses a Lewis gun's butterfly spring, he must track down a coffin! Adapted from BBC TV with John Laurie. From 1974.
Monday 19:00 - 19:30
1/6. Richard is alarmed to find that Uljabaan has commandeered six allotments for an experiment. With Peter Davison. From 2014.
Monday 19:30 - 19:45
6/10. Frederica asks for Mrs Vernon's help in resisting Lady Susan's marriage plans for her. Stars Harriet Walter.
Monday 19:45 - 20:00
1/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel search for an heir to a 73-year-old recluse. Stars William Ash and Claire Keelan.
Monday 20:00 - 20:30
6/8. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Marcus Brigstocke, Sheila Hancock and Sue Perkins. From 2011.
Monday 20:30 - 21:00
6/6. When Doreen is mugged, Adam and Rudy react very differently. Stars Lenny Henry and Larrington Walker. From November 2012.
Monday 21:00 - 21:45
4 Extra Debut. 14-year-old Jane Austen's exuberant comic parody of the sentimental and romantic novels of the day. Stars David Tennant.
Monday 21:45 - 22:00
4 Extra Debut. As London bustles with Christmas shoppers, a mother and daughter's holiday is endangered by a lost toy. Read by Stuart Graham.
Monday 22:00 - 22:30
5/6. Jack Dee is in the umpire's chair for the godfather of all panel shows with Joe Lycett, Pippa Evans, Richard Coles and Tony Hawks on the panel.
Monday 22:30 - 23:00
3/6. Roman orgies and aged bikers in the sketch comedy about growing older disgracefully. Stars Dudley Sutton. From July 2004.
Monday 23:00 - 23:30
1/2. The Dead Ringers team are back to train their vocal firepower on the week's news. This week: Farage Goes to School, The Snowman v Keir, and Alan Carr: Special Negotiator.
Monday 23:30 - 00:00
2/4. A week of radio the wrong way round. Alice Arnold and Jon Holmes rewind and mangle real programmes. From November 2007.
Tue Dec 16
Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30
Film producer and educator David Puttnam talks with Robin Ray about those sounds which stir his emotions. From September 1990.
Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00
4 Extra Debut. Alexander Armstrong explores the appeal of flying ace Biggles and examines the life of his creator, Captain WE Johns. From 2009.
Tuesday 01:00 - 01:30
5/6. As Milkie tries to find out how far the political corruption goes - can he deal with consequences? Stars Dennis Waterman.
Tuesday 01:30 - 02:00
1/5. A seance at a remote house spells out a man's murder. Agatha Christie whodunnit with Geoffrey Whitehead as Inspector Narracott.
Tuesday 02:00 - 02:30
4/6. Roger's writing career is in jeopardy. Will his wife Julia ever come home from hospital? Stars Keith Barron. From 1998.
Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00
11/20. When Frazer loses a Lewis gun's butterfly spring, he must track down a coffin! Adapted from BBC TV with John Laurie. From 1974.
Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30
1/6. Richard is alarmed to find that Uljabaan has commandeered six allotments for an experiment. With Peter Davison. From 2014.
Tuesday 03:30 - 03:45
6/10. Frederica asks for Mrs Vernon's help in resisting Lady Susan's marriage plans for her. Stars Harriet Walter.
Tuesday 03:45 - 04:00
1/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel search for an heir to a 73-year-old recluse. Stars William Ash and Claire Keelan.
Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30
6/8. Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. With Paul Merton, Marcus Brigstocke, Sheila Hancock and Sue Perkins. From 2011.
Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00
6/6. When Doreen is mugged, Adam and Rudy react very differently. Stars Lenny Henry and Larrington Walker. From November 2012.
Tuesday 05:00 - 05:45
4 Extra Debut. 14-year-old Jane Austen's exuberant comic parody of the sentimental and romantic novels of the day. Stars David Tennant.
Tuesday 05:45 - 06:00
4 Extra Debut. As London bustles with Christmas shoppers, a mother and daughter's holiday is endangered by a lost toy. Read by Stuart Graham.
Tuesday 06:00 - 06:30
6/6. Milkie discovers that exposing guilt is dangerous when the powerful are rotten and idealists are liars. Stars Dennis Waterman.
Tuesday 06:30 - 07:00
2/5. A seance at Sittaford House has revealed Captain Trevelyan was murdered, but who is the killer? Stars Geoffrey Whitehead.
Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30
2/6. Eastern Bloc dissidents seeking refuge descend on the British Embassy. Stars Dinsdale Landen as the Ambassador. From April 1987.
Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00
5/17. Eccles and Ned set out to scoff Everest, with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty in pursuit. Stars Spike Milligan. From December 1958.
Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30
4/4. Nathan didn't really nail life the first time round, so he's been reincarnated as a mayfly. Starring Daniel Rigby. From 2019.
Tuesday 08:30 - 08:45
7/10. Unabated, Lady Susan vows to continue with her marriage plans for Frederica and herself. Stars Harriet Walter.
Tuesday 08:45 - 09:00
2/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel head to remote upstate New York where they make a surprising discovery. Stars William Ash.
Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30
4/7. Frank Skinner hosts the show based on what we all do at least once a day - shop online and leave a review. An all-star panel celebrate the good, the bad and the baffling.
Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45
2/4. Alastair Hume visits Hereford Cathedral and discovers a carol with origins in the folk music of the Ukrainian steppe. From 1998.
Tuesday 09:45 - 10:00
A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Holly Adams.
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
4 Extra Debut. Syima Aslam, Stig Abell and Harriett Gilbert discuss favourite books by Jane Austen, JK Rowling and Virginia Woolf. From 2020.
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
4 Extra Debut. A defence of general knowledge by two stars from University Challenge: Eric Monkman and Bobby Seagull. From 2017.
Tuesday 11:00 - 11:30
6/6. Milkie discovers that exposing guilt is dangerous when the powerful are rotten and idealists are liars. Stars Dennis Waterman.
Tuesday 11:30 - 12:00
2/5. A seance at Sittaford House has revealed Captain Trevelyan was murdered, but who is the killer? Stars Geoffrey Whitehead.
Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30
2/6. Eastern Bloc dissidents seeking refuge descend on the British Embassy. Stars Dinsdale Landen as the Ambassador. From April 1987.
Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00
5/17. Eccles and Ned set out to scoff Everest, with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty in pursuit. Stars Spike Milligan. From December 1958.
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
4/4. Nathan didn't really nail life the first time round, so he's been reincarnated as a mayfly. Starring Daniel Rigby. From 2019.
Tuesday 13:30 - 13:45
7/10. Unabated, Lady Susan vows to continue with her marriage plans for Frederica and herself. Stars Harriet Walter.
Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00
2/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel head to remote upstate New York where they make a surprising discovery. Stars William Ash.
Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30
2/5. From mini-elephants to food on tap. Dave Gorman asks Richard Madeley to select the public's best loopy idea. From November 2005.
Tuesday 14:30 - 15:00
6/6. In Mark Evans's Dickensian spoof, is a Martian invasion the ultimate test for Pip? Stars Tom Allen. From September 2008.
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
4 Extra Debut. Louise Lanier arrives to work as companion to old Mrs North, but soon she reveals her true character. Stars Nancy Carroll.
Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30
4 Extra Debut. Syima Aslam, Stig Abell and Harriett Gilbert discuss favourite books by Jane Austen, JK Rowling and Virginia Woolf. From 2020.
Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00
4 Extra Debut. A defence of general knowledge by two stars from University Challenge: Eric Monkman and Bobby Seagull. From 2017.
Tuesday 17:00 - 17:30
6/6. Milkie discovers that exposing guilt is dangerous when the powerful are rotten and idealists are liars. Stars Dennis Waterman.
Tuesday 17:30 - 18:00
2/5. A seance at Sittaford House has revealed Captain Trevelyan was murdered, but who is the killer? Stars Geoffrey Whitehead.
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
2/6. Eastern Bloc dissidents seeking refuge descend on the British Embassy. Stars Dinsdale Landen as the Ambassador. From April 1987.
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
5/17. Eccles and Ned set out to scoff Everest, with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty in pursuit. Stars Spike Milligan. From December 1958.
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
4/4. Nathan didn't really nail life the first time round, so he's been reincarnated as a mayfly. Starring Daniel Rigby. From 2019.
Tuesday 19:30 - 19:45
7/10. Unabated, Lady Susan vows to continue with her marriage plans for Frederica and herself. Stars Harriet Walter.
Tuesday 19:45 - 20:00
2/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel head to remote upstate New York where they make a surprising discovery. Stars William Ash.
Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30
2/5. From mini-elephants to food on tap. Dave Gorman asks Richard Madeley to select the public's best loopy idea. From November 2005.
Tuesday 20:30 - 21:00
6/6. In Mark Evans's Dickensian spoof, is a Martian invasion the ultimate test for Pip? Stars Tom Allen. From September 2008.
Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00
4 Extra Debut. Louise Lanier arrives to work as companion to old Mrs North, but soon she reveals her true character. Stars Nancy Carroll.
Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30
4/7. Frank Skinner hosts the show based on what we all do at least once a day - shop online and leave a review. An all-star panel celebrate the good, the bad and the baffling.
Tuesday 22:30 - 23:00
1/6. With the museum stuck in the past, modernising deputy curator Rod wants to make it sexy. Stars Geoffrey Palmer. From June 2008.
Tuesday 23:00 - 23:25
4/4. Bridget discusses Russell Brand, wearing an end FGM badge and the women problem in politics. With Fred MacAulay. From 2015.
Tuesday 23:25 - 23:30
From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Laura Lexx chats to the legendary comedy producer John Lloyd.
Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00
4/4. From a Russian train station in London to airport names. Paul Sinha uncovers the role transport played in history. From 2016.
Wed Dec 17
Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30
4 Extra Debut. Syima Aslam, Stig Abell and Harriett Gilbert discuss favourite books by Jane Austen, JK Rowling and Virginia Woolf. From 2020.
Wednesday 00:30 - 01:00
4 Extra Debut. A defence of general knowledge by two stars from University Challenge: Eric Monkman and Bobby Seagull. From 2017.
Wednesday 01:00 - 01:30
6/6. Milkie discovers that exposing guilt is dangerous when the powerful are rotten and idealists are liars. Stars Dennis Waterman.
Wednesday 01:30 - 02:00
2/5. A seance at Sittaford House has revealed Captain Trevelyan was murdered, but who is the killer? Stars Geoffrey Whitehead.
Wednesday 02:00 - 02:30
2/6. Eastern Bloc dissidents seeking refuge descend on the British Embassy. Stars Dinsdale Landen as the Ambassador. From April 1987.
Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00
5/17. Eccles and Ned set out to scoff Everest, with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty in pursuit. Stars Spike Milligan. From December 1958.
Wednesday 03:00 - 03:30
4/4. Nathan didn't really nail life the first time round, so he's been reincarnated as a mayfly. Starring Daniel Rigby. From 2019.
Wednesday 03:30 - 03:45
7/10. Unabated, Lady Susan vows to continue with her marriage plans for Frederica and herself. Stars Harriet Walter.
Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00
2/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel head to remote upstate New York where they make a surprising discovery. Stars William Ash.
Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30
2/5. From mini-elephants to food on tap. Dave Gorman asks Richard Madeley to select the public's best loopy idea. From November 2005.
Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00
6/6. In Mark Evans's Dickensian spoof, is a Martian invasion the ultimate test for Pip? Stars Tom Allen. From September 2008.
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
4 Extra Debut. Louise Lanier arrives to work as companion to old Mrs North, but soon she reveals her true character. Stars Nancy Carroll.
Wednesday 06:00 - 06:30
1/6. 4 Extra Debut. The season of 'goodwill' evaporates after a high-level break-in and fire at the church hall in Melford. Stars Sean Barrett.
Wednesday 06:30 - 07:00
3/5. With James arrested, his fiancee insists that he didn't murder his uncle. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead as Inspector Narracott.
Wednesday 07:00 - 07:30
3/5. Mrs Roberts faces fallout from an outspoken member of the parish council. Political satire with Jo Kendall. From July 1990.
Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00
5/14. The Lad fancies himself a food connoisseur, so Sid enters him for an eating competition. Stars Tony Hancock. From October 1959.
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
To have or not to have. That's the question. About kids that is. Especially in your 40s. Anna Morris's stand-up show. From 2021.
Wednesday 08:30 - 08:45
8/10. Lady Susan's behaviour in London causes consternation for Alicia and Reginald. Stars Harriet Walter.
Wednesday 08:45 - 09:00
3/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel are on the trail of a twin sister in their latest case. Stars Claire Keelan and William Ash.
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
4/6. Whilst Imogen, Tony and Ashley do their best to make Georgiy the Ukrainian refugee feel welcome in their house, Rebecca's brother Daniel challenges Gideon to a rap battle.
Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45
3/4. Alistair Hume is in Renfrewshire to uncover the history of Paisley Abbey and a Scottish version of Balulalow. From 1998.
Wednesday 09:45 - 10:00
A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Haydon Spenceley.
Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00
Christopher Frayling explores why Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol has endured in pop culture for over 170 years. From 2016.
Wednesday 11:00 - 11:30
1/6. 4 Extra Debut. The season of 'goodwill' evaporates after a high-level break-in and fire at the church hall in Melford. Stars Sean Barrett.
Wednesday 11:30 - 12:00
3/5. With James arrested, his fiancee insists that he didn't murder his uncle. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead as Inspector Narracott.
Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30
3/5. Mrs Roberts faces fallout from an outspoken member of the parish council. Political satire with Jo Kendall. From July 1990.
Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00
5/14. The Lad fancies himself a food connoisseur, so Sid enters him for an eating competition. Stars Tony Hancock. From October 1959.
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
To have or not to have. That's the question. About kids that is. Especially in your 40s. Anna Morris's stand-up show. From 2021.
Wednesday 13:30 - 13:45
8/10. Lady Susan's behaviour in London causes consternation for Alicia and Reginald. Stars Harriet Walter.
Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00
3/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel are on the trail of a twin sister in their latest case. Stars Claire Keelan and William Ash.
Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30
5/6. John Lloyd and Bridget Christie welcome Andrew Maxwell, medical historian Dr Lindsey Fitzharris and Celia Imrie. From 2019.
Wednesday 14:30 - 15:00
5/6. Chertkoff is St Petersburg's most high-minded young artist, until he makes a pact with the devil. With Stephen Moore. From April 2002.
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
Louise's seductive and destructive path weaves closer to the North men, causing tensions for father and son. Stars Olivia Ross.
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
Christopher Frayling explores why Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol has endured in pop culture for over 170 years. From 2016.
Wednesday 17:00 - 17:30
1/6. 4 Extra Debut. The season of 'goodwill' evaporates after a high-level break-in and fire at the church hall in Melford. Stars Sean Barrett.
Wednesday 17:30 - 18:00
3/5. With James arrested, his fiancee insists that he didn't murder his uncle. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead as Inspector Narracott.
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
3/5. Mrs Roberts faces fallout from an outspoken member of the parish council. Political satire with Jo Kendall. From July 1990.
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
5/14. The Lad fancies himself a food connoisseur, so Sid enters him for an eating competition. Stars Tony Hancock. From October 1959.
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
To have or not to have. That's the question. About kids that is. Especially in your 40s. Anna Morris's stand-up show. From 2021.
Wednesday 19:30 - 19:45
8/10. Lady Susan's behaviour in London causes consternation for Alicia and Reginald. Stars Harriet Walter.
Wednesday 19:45 - 20:00
3/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel are on the trail of a twin sister in their latest case. Stars Claire Keelan and William Ash.
Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30
5/6. John Lloyd and Bridget Christie welcome Andrew Maxwell, medical historian Dr Lindsey Fitzharris and Celia Imrie. From 2019.
Wednesday 20:30 - 21:00
5/6. Chertkoff is St Petersburg's most high-minded young artist, until he makes a pact with the devil. With Stephen Moore. From April 2002.
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
Louise's seductive and destructive path weaves closer to the North men, causing tensions for father and son. Stars Olivia Ross.
Wednesday 22:00 - 22:30
4/6. Whilst Imogen, Tony and Ashley do their best to make Georgiy the Ukrainian refugee feel welcome in their house, Rebecca's brother Daniel challenges Gideon to a rap battle.
Wednesday 22:30 - 23:00
4 Extra Debut. Gruff Rhys attempts to understand crowd behaviour: The Beatles' 1967 visit to Bangor. With Stephen Reicher. From 2020.
Wednesday 23:00 - 23:25
5/6. Some helpful guidance on the etiquette of "Thank Yous", and a look into the devastating consequences of World Peace. From 2019.
Wednesday 23:25 - 23:30
From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Laura Lexx chats again to the legendary comedy producer John Lloyd.
Wednesday 23:30 - 00:00
6/6. A war poet is told that the troops prefer limericks. Sketch show starring Robert Webb, Beth Chalmers and Chris Pavlo. From February 2004.
Thu Dec 18
Thursday 00:00 - 01:00
Christopher Frayling explores why Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol has endured in pop culture for over 170 years. From 2016.
Thursday 01:00 - 01:30
1/6. 4 Extra Debut. The season of 'goodwill' evaporates after a high-level break-in and fire at the church hall in Melford. Stars Sean Barrett.
Thursday 01:30 - 02:00
3/5. With James arrested, his fiancee insists that he didn't murder his uncle. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead as Inspector Narracott.
Thursday 02:00 - 02:30
3/5. Mrs Roberts faces fallout from an outspoken member of the parish council. Political satire with Jo Kendall. From July 1990.
Thursday 02:30 - 03:00
5/14. The Lad fancies himself a food connoisseur, so Sid enters him for an eating competition. Stars Tony Hancock. From October 1959.
Thursday 03:00 - 03:30
To have or not to have. That's the question. About kids that is. Especially in your 40s. Anna Morris's stand-up show. From 2021.
Thursday 03:30 - 03:45
8/10. Lady Susan's behaviour in London causes consternation for Alicia and Reginald. Stars Harriet Walter.
Thursday 03:45 - 04:00
3/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel are on the trail of a twin sister in their latest case. Stars Claire Keelan and William Ash.
Thursday 04:00 - 04:30
5/6. John Lloyd and Bridget Christie welcome Andrew Maxwell, medical historian Dr Lindsey Fitzharris and Celia Imrie. From 2019.
Thursday 04:30 - 05:00
5/6. Chertkoff is St Petersburg's most high-minded young artist, until he makes a pact with the devil. With Stephen Moore. From April 2002.
Thursday 05:00 - 06:00
Louise's seductive and destructive path weaves closer to the North men, causing tensions for father and son. Stars Olivia Ross.
Thursday 06:00 - 06:30
2/6. As police probe the fire, a woman is found close to death. But events in Melford take a darker turn. Stars Sean Barrett.
Thursday 06:30 - 07:00
4/5. Emily sets out to prove that the Willetts took part in the captain's murder. Agatha Christie thriller with Geoffrey Whitehead.
Thursday 07:00 - 07:30
3/8. Jim Hacker sets an example in his plans for a slimmer Civil Service. Adapted from TV. Stars Paul Eddington. From November 1983.
Thursday 07:30 - 08:00
5/6. Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey and Fred Harris. From September 1976.
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
2/4. Matt's rubbish carer is due for his first assessment but he's regretting his night in the pub. Stars Lee Ridley. From 2018.
Thursday 08:30 - 08:45
9/10. The relationship between Lady Susan and Alicia becomes strained. Stars Harriet Walter and Maggie Steed.
Thursday 08:45 - 09:00
4/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel make a heartbreaking discovery looking for an heir to a deceased artist. Stars William Ash.
Thursday 09:00 - 09:30
3/4. Marley hears Lydia's boyfriend is running a marathon, so signs up for the same race. Meanwhile, Delroy gets inventive in the kitchen after a new restaurant opens in the area.
Thursday 09:30 - 09:45
4/4. Alastair Hume rejoins the choir of King's College, Cambridge as they prepare for "Nine Lessons and Carols". From 1998.
Thursday 09:45 - 10:00
A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Laura Darrall.
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
Comedian Jim Moir, aka Vic Reeves, chooses Don Van Vliet - aka musician Captain Beefheart. With Matthew Parris. From 2018.
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
Sarfraz Manzoor heads for Texas in search of America's black cowboys. Why were they airbrushed from history books? From 2013.
Thursday 11:00 - 11:30
2/6. As police probe the fire, a woman is found close to death. But events in Melford take a darker turn. Stars Sean Barrett.
Thursday 11:30 - 12:00
4/5. Emily sets out to prove that the Willetts took part in the captain's murder. Agatha Christie thriller with Geoffrey Whitehead.
Thursday 12:00 - 12:30
3/8. Jim Hacker sets an example in his plans for a slimmer Civil Service. Adapted from TV. Stars Paul Eddington. From November 1983.
Thursday 12:30 - 13:00
5/6. Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey and Fred Harris. From September 1976.
Thursday 13:00 - 13:30
2/4. Matt's rubbish carer is due for his first assessment but he's regretting his night in the pub. Stars Lee Ridley. From 2018.
Thursday 13:30 - 13:45
9/10. The relationship between Lady Susan and Alicia becomes strained. Stars Harriet Walter and Maggie Steed.
Thursday 13:45 - 14:00
4/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel make a heartbreaking discovery looking for an heir to a deceased artist. Stars William Ash.
Thursday 14:00 - 14:30
13/13. The 2014 series of the general knowledge music quiz reaches the grand Final, with Paul Gambaccini asking the questions.
Thursday 14:30 - 15:00
4/6. Phonsie manages to find another venue for his "Festival of Light". It's 1959 in the sleepy Irish town. Stars Gerard Murphy.
Thursday 15:00 - 15:45
4 Extra Debut. Ben Crompton's warm hearted, magical, seasonal drama.
Thursday 15:45 - 16:00
4 Extra Debut. Spending Christmas Day with his sister and her family, Mark can't help but think about the child he never had. Written by Paul McVeigh.
Thursday 16:00 - 16:30
Comedian Jim Moir, aka Vic Reeves, chooses Don Van Vliet - aka musician Captain Beefheart. With Matthew Parris. From 2018.
Thursday 16:30 - 17:00
Sarfraz Manzoor heads for Texas in search of America's black cowboys. Why were they airbrushed from history books? From 2013.
Thursday 17:00 - 17:30
2/6. As police probe the fire, a woman is found close to death. But events in Melford take a darker turn. Stars Sean Barrett.
Thursday 17:30 - 18:00
4/5. Emily sets out to prove that the Willetts took part in the captain's murder. Agatha Christie thriller with Geoffrey Whitehead.
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
3/8. Jim Hacker sets an example in his plans for a slimmer Civil Service. Adapted from TV. Stars Paul Eddington. From November 1983.
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
5/6. Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey and Fred Harris. From September 1976.
Thursday 19:00 - 19:30
2/4. Matt's rubbish carer is due for his first assessment but he's regretting his night in the pub. Stars Lee Ridley. From 2018.
Thursday 19:30 - 19:45
9/10. The relationship between Lady Susan and Alicia becomes strained. Stars Harriet Walter and Maggie Steed.
Thursday 19:45 - 20:00
4/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel make a heartbreaking discovery looking for an heir to a deceased artist. Stars William Ash.
Thursday 20:00 - 20:30
13/13. The 2014 series of the general knowledge music quiz reaches the grand Final, with Paul Gambaccini asking the questions.
Thursday 20:30 - 21:00
4/6. Phonsie manages to find another venue for his "Festival of Light". It's 1959 in the sleepy Irish town. Stars Gerard Murphy.
Thursday 21:00 - 21:45
4 Extra Debut. Ben Crompton's warm hearted, magical, seasonal drama.
Thursday 21:45 - 22:00
4 Extra Debut. Spending Christmas Day with his sister and her family, Mark can't help but think about the child he never had. Written by Paul McVeigh.
Thursday 22:00 - 22:30
3/4. Marley hears Lydia's boyfriend is running a marathon, so signs up for the same race. Meanwhile, Delroy gets inventive in the kitchen after a new restaurant opens in the area.
Thursday 22:30 - 23:00
3/6. Missing for 6 years, Brian has stories to tell. Osminia, a land where marriage is outlawed. Stars Neil Pearson. From March 2011.
Thursday 23:00 - 23:25
5/6. Alex and his band explore the theme of children, with music and the help from comedian Doc Brown. From March 2013.
Thursday 23:25 - 23:30
From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Laura Lexx chats again to the legendary comedy producer John Lloyd.
Thursday 23:30 - 00:00
1/2. The saintly Hope Fraser arrives in Hell, throwing Satan into confusion. Devilish comedy stars Andy Hamilton. From December 2002.
Fri Dec 19
Friday 00:00 - 00:30
Comedian Jim Moir, aka Vic Reeves, chooses Don Van Vliet - aka musician Captain Beefheart. With Matthew Parris. From 2018.
Friday 00:30 - 01:00
Sarfraz Manzoor heads for Texas in search of America's black cowboys. Why were they airbrushed from history books? From 2013.
Friday 01:00 - 01:30
2/6. As police probe the fire, a woman is found close to death. But events in Melford take a darker turn. Stars Sean Barrett.
Friday 01:30 - 02:00
4/5. Emily sets out to prove that the Willetts took part in the captain's murder. Agatha Christie thriller with Geoffrey Whitehead.
Friday 02:00 - 02:30
3/8. Jim Hacker sets an example in his plans for a slimmer Civil Service. Adapted from TV. Stars Paul Eddington. From November 1983.
Friday 02:30 - 03:00
5/6. Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey and Fred Harris. From September 1976.
Friday 03:00 - 03:30
2/4. Matt's rubbish carer is due for his first assessment but he's regretting his night in the pub. Stars Lee Ridley. From 2018.
Friday 03:30 - 03:45
9/10. The relationship between Lady Susan and Alicia becomes strained. Stars Harriet Walter and Maggie Steed.
Friday 03:45 - 04:00
4/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel make a heartbreaking discovery looking for an heir to a deceased artist. Stars William Ash.
Friday 04:00 - 04:30
13/13. The 2014 series of the general knowledge music quiz reaches the grand Final, with Paul Gambaccini asking the questions.
Friday 04:30 - 05:00
4/6. Phonsie manages to find another venue for his "Festival of Light". It's 1959 in the sleepy Irish town. Stars Gerard Murphy.
Friday 05:00 - 05:45
4 Extra Debut. Ben Crompton's warm hearted, magical, seasonal drama.
Friday 05:45 - 06:00
4 Extra Debut. Spending Christmas Day with his sister and her family, Mark can't help but think about the child he never had. Written by Paul McVeigh.
Friday 06:00 - 06:30
3/6. With the 'Melford Mugger' still missing, Christmas is far from 'merry and bright' at the police station. Stars Sean Barrett.
Friday 06:30 - 07:00
5/5. Will re-enacting the seance finally reveal who murdered Captain Trevelyan? Agatha Christie thriller with Geoffrey Whitehead.
Friday 07:00 - 07:30
Faith's children and Bill's ex-wife threaten her dream of a perfect Christmas. Stars Lynda Bellingham. From December 1992.
Friday 07:30 - 08:00
The bumbling civil servants are acting like Scrooge! Stars Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. Re-recording from April 1980.
Friday 08:00 - 08:30
4/4. Trisha introduces Deepak to the delights of the British seaside. Starring Beattie Edmondson and Nikesh Patel. From 2016.
Friday 08:30 - 08:45
10/10. Both Lady Susan and her daughter Frederica get married, but to whom? Stars Harriet Walter and Michelle Wesson.
Friday 08:45 - 09:00
5/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel find the lead they were looking for, but it's a disturbing discovery. Stars William Ash.
Friday 09:00 - 09:30
4/4. Can a song induce labour? Chloe Slack (Sian Clifford) finds out. Also: women in art, plastic surgery, and industrial sabotage.
Friday 09:30 - 09:45
1/4. 4 Extra Debut. Alan Dein talks to some of those donning the red suit and white beard to become Santa around the world. From 2009.
Friday 09:45 - 10:00
A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Augustine Tanner Ilhm.
Friday 10:00 - 10:30
4 Extra Debut. A protest song? Anti-religious? Or is it just a song of joy and hope? The stories behind the 1975 hit for Greg Lake. From 2022.
Friday 10:30 - 11:00
The schoolchildren of Goostrey remember 1965, the year children's author Alan Garner wrote a nativity play for them. From 2015.
Friday 11:00 - 11:30
3/6. With the 'Melford Mugger' still missing, Christmas is far from 'merry and bright' at the police station. Stars Sean Barrett.
Friday 11:30 - 12:00
5/5. Will re-enacting the seance finally reveal who murdered Captain Trevelyan? Agatha Christie thriller with Geoffrey Whitehead.
Friday 12:00 - 12:30
Faith's children and Bill's ex-wife threaten her dream of a perfect Christmas. Stars Lynda Bellingham. From December 1992.
Friday 12:30 - 13:00
The bumbling civil servants are acting like Scrooge! Stars Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. Re-recording from April 1980.
Friday 13:00 - 13:30
4/4. Trisha introduces Deepak to the delights of the British seaside. Starring Beattie Edmondson and Nikesh Patel. From 2016.
Friday 13:30 - 13:45
10/10. Both Lady Susan and her daughter Frederica get married, but to whom? Stars Harriet Walter and Michelle Wesson.
Friday 13:45 - 14:00
5/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel find the lead they were looking for, but it's a disturbing discovery. Stars William Ash.
Friday 14:00 - 14:30
4/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Boothby Graffoe, Hugh Dennis and Lauren Laverne. From 2002.
Friday 14:30 - 15:00
3/6. Miss Featherstone's role as defender of difficult school causes is not an easy one. With Carolyn Pickles. From July 2003.
Friday 15:00 - 16:00
4 Extra Debut. Winter 1811. Napoleon's army threatens. A young Russian couple still plan to secretly marry. Stars Janet Maw and David Savile.
Friday 16:00 - 16:30
4 Extra Debut. A protest song? Anti-religious? Or is it just a song of joy and hope? The stories behind the 1975 hit for Greg Lake. From 2022.
Friday 16:30 - 17:00
The schoolchildren of Goostrey remember 1965, the year children's author Alan Garner wrote a nativity play for them. From 2015.
Friday 17:00 - 17:30
3/6. With the 'Melford Mugger' still missing, Christmas is far from 'merry and bright' at the police station. Stars Sean Barrett.
Friday 17:30 - 18:00
5/5. Will re-enacting the seance finally reveal who murdered Captain Trevelyan? Agatha Christie thriller with Geoffrey Whitehead.
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
Faith's children and Bill's ex-wife threaten her dream of a perfect Christmas. Stars Lynda Bellingham. From December 1992.
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
The bumbling civil servants are acting like Scrooge! Stars Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. Re-recording from April 1980.
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
4/4. Trisha introduces Deepak to the delights of the British seaside. Starring Beattie Edmondson and Nikesh Patel. From 2016.
Friday 19:30 - 19:45
10/10. Both Lady Susan and her daughter Frederica get married, but to whom? Stars Harriet Walter and Michelle Wesson.
Friday 19:45 - 20:00
5/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel find the lead they were looking for, but it's a disturbing discovery. Stars William Ash.
Friday 20:00 - 20:30
4/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Boothby Graffoe, Hugh Dennis and Lauren Laverne. From 2002.
Friday 20:30 - 21:00
3/6. Miss Featherstone's role as defender of difficult school causes is not an easy one. With Carolyn Pickles. From July 2003.
Friday 21:00 - 22:00
4 Extra Debut. Winter 1811. Napoleon's army threatens. A young Russian couple still plan to secretly marry. Stars Janet Maw and David Savile.
Friday 22:00 - 22:30
4/4. Can a song induce labour? Chloe Slack (Sian Clifford) finds out. Also: women in art, plastic surgery, and industrial sabotage.
Friday 22:30 - 23:00
2/6. The Questers must help a village protect itself from the evil bandit king El Maldado. Stars Stephen Mangan. From February 2013.
Friday 23:00 - 23:30
The family face repercussions from a child's innocent gift. Improvised historical saga with Paul Merton. From December 1993.
Friday 23:30 - 00:00
4/4. Tom and the troublesome band in his head set off for the Tower of London. Stars Bob Monkhouse and Suggs. From April 2003.
Sat Dec 20
Saturday 00:00 - 00:30
4 Extra Debut. A protest song? Anti-religious? Or is it just a song of joy and hope? The stories behind the 1975 hit for Greg Lake. From 2022.
Saturday 00:30 - 01:00
The schoolchildren of Goostrey remember 1965, the year children's author Alan Garner wrote a nativity play for them. From 2015.
Saturday 01:00 - 01:30
3/6. With the 'Melford Mugger' still missing, Christmas is far from 'merry and bright' at the police station. Stars Sean Barrett.
Saturday 01:30 - 02:00
5/5. Will re-enacting the seance finally reveal who murdered Captain Trevelyan? Agatha Christie thriller with Geoffrey Whitehead.
Saturday 02:00 - 02:30
Faith's children and Bill's ex-wife threaten her dream of a perfect Christmas. Stars Lynda Bellingham. From December 1992.
Saturday 02:30 - 03:00
The bumbling civil servants are acting like Scrooge! Stars Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. Re-recording from April 1980.
Saturday 03:00 - 03:30
4/4. Trisha introduces Deepak to the delights of the British seaside. Starring Beattie Edmondson and Nikesh Patel. From 2016.
Saturday 03:30 - 03:45
10/10. Both Lady Susan and her daughter Frederica get married, but to whom? Stars Harriet Walter and Michelle Wesson.
Saturday 03:45 - 04:00
5/5. Probate researchers Dan and Rachel find the lead they were looking for, but it's a disturbing discovery. Stars William Ash.
Saturday 04:00 - 04:30
4/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Boothby Graffoe, Hugh Dennis and Lauren Laverne. From 2002.
Saturday 04:30 - 05:00
3/6. Miss Featherstone's role as defender of difficult school causes is not an easy one. With Carolyn Pickles. From July 2003.
Saturday 05:00 - 06:00
4 Extra Debut. Winter 1811. Napoleon's army threatens. A young Russian couple still plan to secretly marry. Stars Janet Maw and David Savile.
Saturday 06:00 - 07:15
2/2. Will Fanny Price's true feelings of love ever be known? Stars Felicity Jones, Benedict Cumberbatch and David Tennant.
Saturday 07:15 - 07:30
Keen diarist Adrian Mole takes charge of the family's festive lunch. Read by Nicholas Barnes.
Saturday 07:30 - 08:45
Personal essays - written by a plethora of voices - on the true meaning of Christmas. Chosen by Greg Wise and Emma Thompson.
Saturday 08:45 - 09:00
4/4. An MP's unreliable memories hark back to an attempted seduction by a Russian spy. Peter Tinniswood comedy with Leslie Phillips.
Saturday 09:00 - 09:30
4/4. Eric and Ernie invite Ann Hamilton over for Christmas dinner - with mistletoe, plus a song from Vince Hill. From December 1977.
Saturday 09:30 - 10:00
13/14. Kenneth Horne plays at Robin Hood - and 'Hornerama' looks at motoring. Stars Hugh Paddick. From July 1960.
Saturday 10:00 - 11:00
Sue enjoys Ronnie Barker in Lines from My Grandfather Christmas' Forehead (1971) and Tony Hawks' 12 Days of Christmas (2001).
Saturday 11:00 - 12:15
2/2. Will Fanny Price's true feelings of love ever be known? Stars Felicity Jones, Benedict Cumberbatch and David Tennant.
Saturday 12:15 - 12:30
Keen diarist Adrian Mole takes charge of the family's festive lunch. Read by Nicholas Barnes.
Saturday 12:30 - 13:45
Personal essays - written by a plethora of voices - on the true meaning of Christmas. Chosen by Greg Wise and Emma Thompson.
Saturday 13:45 - 14:00
4/4. An MP's unreliable memories hark back to an attempted seduction by a Russian spy. Peter Tinniswood comedy with Leslie Phillips.
Saturday 14:00 - 14:30
4/4. Eric and Ernie invite Ann Hamilton over for Christmas dinner - with mistletoe, plus a song from Vince Hill. From December 1977.
Saturday 14:30 - 15:00
13/14. Kenneth Horne plays at Robin Hood - and 'Hornerama' looks at motoring. Stars Hugh Paddick. From July 1960.
Saturday 15:00 - 16:00
Sue enjoys Ronnie Barker in Lines from My Grandfather Christmas' Forehead (1971) and Tony Hawks' 12 Days of Christmas (2001).
Saturday 16:00 - 17:00
4 Extra Debut. A couple are looking forward to the perfect Christmas when their idyll is interrupted. Stars Steve Hodson and Marian Diamond.
Saturday 17:00 - 18:15
2/2. Will Fanny Price's true feelings of love ever be known? Stars Felicity Jones, Benedict Cumberbatch and David Tennant.
Saturday 18:15 - 18:30
Keen diarist Adrian Mole takes charge of the family's festive lunch. Read by Nicholas Barnes.
Saturday 18:30 - 19:45
Personal essays - written by a plethora of voices - on the true meaning of Christmas. Chosen by Greg Wise and Emma Thompson.
Saturday 19:45 - 20:00
4/4. An MP's unreliable memories hark back to an attempted seduction by a Russian spy. Peter Tinniswood comedy with Leslie Phillips.
Saturday 20:00 - 20:30
4/4. Eric and Ernie invite Ann Hamilton over for Christmas dinner - with mistletoe, plus a song from Vince Hill. From December 1977.
Saturday 20:30 - 21:00
13/14. Kenneth Horne plays at Robin Hood - and 'Hornerama' looks at motoring. Stars Hugh Paddick. From July 1960.
Saturday 21:00 - 22:00
Sue enjoys Ronnie Barker in Lines from My Grandfather Christmas' Forehead (1971) and Tony Hawks' 12 Days of Christmas (2001).
Saturday 22:00 - 22:30
3/6. Birthday presents and awkward visits to the chemists. Quick-fire sketches with Susie Donkin and Faye Rusling. From August 2005.
Saturday 22:30 - 22:55
5/6. When Milton opens a car repair shop, he finds himself on a collision course with a notorious local villain. From January 2016.
Saturday 22:55 - 23:00
From 10pm to midnight, seven nights a week, The Comedy Club brings you two hours of the funny stuff. Tonight, Jon Holmes chats with Rob Auton.
Saturday 23:00 - 23:30
3/4. The drugs trade is the focus for Andrew's probe behind the lazy assumptions about threats to British society. From October 2013.
Saturday 23:30 - 00:00
3/6. Two comedy giants talk lamp-posts and Hollywood. Tag talk show where the guest is next week's interviewer. From September 2009.