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Sat Feb 22
Writing Yorkshire

Today 14:55 - 16:00

2/3. Ian McMillan goes on a literary tour of Yorkshire, from The Brontës to Ted Hughes.

Geek Gods

Today 16:00 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. Toby Hadoke interviews the fantasy writer and entrepreneur, Sir Ian Livingstone.

Legacy

Today 17:00 - 18:30

A film producer returns to a beautiful country house in the hope of resurrecting a relationship. Starring Alex Jennings.

The King's Painter: The Life...

Today 18:30 - 19:45

...and Times of Hans Holbein (Omnibus). The extraordinary life of Hans Holbein - the outstanding artist of the 16th Century. Read by Sir Simon Russell Beale.

The Best of English

Today 19:45 - 20:00

1/6. Comedian and actor Arthur English reminisces about his life and career with Michael Pointon. From 1988.

The Men from the Ministry

Today 20:00 - 20:25

The blundering civil servants get steamed up over a transport mix-up. Stars Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. From July 1976.

Beyond Our Ken

Today 20:25 - 20:55

Kenneth Horne's ripping yarn of Captain 'Poodle' Fawcett and 'Hornerama' on timber. With Kenneth Williams. From April 1959.

Writing Yorkshire

Today 20:55 - 22:00

2/3. Ian McMillan goes on a literary tour of Yorkshire, from The Brontës to Ted Hughes.

The Shuttleworths

Today 22:00 - 22:15

5/6. When Joan Chitty calls around unexpectedly, John's silver wedding plans are thwarted. Stars Graham Fellows. From March 2003.

Tim Key's Late Night Poetry...

Today 22:15 - 22:30

...Programme. 5/6. The comic poet explores the concept of music with a poem about an ambitious song bird. With Tom Basden. From 2014.

Mitch Benn's Crimes Against Music

Today 22:30 - 23:00

4/4. Mitch and his band get stranded on a mysterious desert island. Some of them harbour a dark secret. With Robin Ince. From 2006.

Lee and Herring's Fist of Fun

Today 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. The cult BBC Radio 1 series hits Plymouth University, Exmouth. Stars Stewart Lee and Richard Herring. From October 1993.

Chain Reaction

Today 23:30 - 00:00

5/7. The comedian and the writer star in the tag talk show, where the guest turns interviewer in the next show. From January 2005.

Sun Feb 23
Geek Gods

Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. Toby Hadoke interviews the fantasy writer and entrepreneur, Sir Ian Livingstone.

Legacy

Tomorrow 01:00 - 02:30

A film producer returns to a beautiful country house in the hope of resurrecting a relationship. Starring Alex Jennings.

The King's Painter: The Life...

Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:45

...and Times of Hans Holbein (Omnibus). The extraordinary life of Hans Holbein - the outstanding artist of the 16th Century. Read by Sir Simon Russell Beale.

The Best of English

Tomorrow 03:45 - 04:00

1/6. Comedian and actor Arthur English reminisces about his life and career with Michael Pointon. From 1988.

The Men from the Ministry

Tomorrow 04:00 - 04:25

The blundering civil servants get steamed up over a transport mix-up. Stars Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. From July 1976.

Beyond Our Ken

Tomorrow 04:25 - 04:55

Kenneth Horne's ripping yarn of Captain 'Poodle' Fawcett and 'Hornerama' on timber. With Kenneth Williams. From April 1959.

Writing Yorkshire

Tomorrow 04:55 - 06:00

2/3. Ian McMillan goes on a literary tour of Yorkshire, from The Brontës to Ted Hughes.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:45

4 Extra Debut. From Joni Mitchell to Talk Talk. 'Elbow' lead singer Guy Garvey shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2014.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Tomorrow 06:45 - 07:00

David Attenborough is fascinated by the largest flying animal ever to exist during the time of the dinosaurs. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Poetry Workshop

Tomorrow 07:00 - 07:30

Daljit Nagra selects Poetry Workshop - The Thread by Don Paterson. Presented by Ruth Padel in Edinburgh. From 2011.

Twenty Years A-Growing (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:40

The outbreak of war changes traditional rural life on The Blasket Islands - off Ireland's Dingle Peninsula. Read by PG Stephens.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 08:40 - 08:50

Actor and writer Mackenzie Crook chooses 'Big Yellow Taxi' by Joni Mitchell and 'River Man' by Nick Drake.

Marcovaldo (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 08:50 - 10:00

Five stories about a poor rural man living with his family in a big city in northern Italy. Stars Mackenzie Crook and Toby Jones.

The Frankie Howerd Show

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

4/7. Frankie is accused of being a spy, gets hypnotised and joins a local literary group. With June Whitfield. From July 1973.

Take It From Here

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

A butler's 'upstairs' wrangles and Eth finally gets a ring on her finger in 'The Glums'. With Jimmy Edwards. From December 1953.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:45

4 Extra Debut. From Joni Mitchell to Talk Talk. 'Elbow' lead singer Guy Garvey shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2014.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Tomorrow 11:45 - 12:00

David Attenborough is fascinated by the largest flying animal ever to exist during the time of the dinosaurs. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Poetry Workshop

Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:30

Daljit Nagra selects Poetry Workshop - The Thread by Don Paterson. Presented by Ruth Padel in Edinburgh. From 2011.

Twenty Years A-Growing (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:40

The outbreak of war changes traditional rural life on The Blasket Islands - off Ireland's Dingle Peninsula. Read by PG Stephens.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 13:40 - 13:50

Actor and writer Mackenzie Crook chooses 'Big Yellow Taxi' by Joni Mitchell and 'River Man' by Nick Drake.

Marcovaldo (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 13:50 - 15:00

Five stories about a poor rural man living with his family in a big city in northern Italy. Stars Mackenzie Crook and Toby Jones.

The Frankie Howerd Show

Tomorrow 15:00 - 15:30

4/7. Frankie is accused of being a spy, gets hypnotised and joins a local literary group. With June Whitfield. From July 1973.

Take It From Here

Tomorrow 15:30 - 16:00

A butler's 'upstairs' wrangles and Eth finally gets a ring on her finger in 'The Glums'. With Jimmy Edwards. From December 1953.

Childhood's End

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00

2/2. How will humanity respond when its unseen rulers - the Overlords - finally reveal themselves after 50 years? Stars Steven Pacey.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:45

4 Extra Debut. From Joni Mitchell to Talk Talk. 'Elbow' lead singer Guy Garvey shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2014.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Tomorrow 17:45 - 18:00

David Attenborough is fascinated by the largest flying animal ever to exist during the time of the dinosaurs. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Poetry Workshop

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

Daljit Nagra selects Poetry Workshop - The Thread by Don Paterson. Presented by Ruth Padel in Edinburgh. From 2011.

Twenty Years A-Growing (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:40

The outbreak of war changes traditional rural life on The Blasket Islands - off Ireland's Dingle Peninsula. Read by PG Stephens.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 19:40 - 19:50

Actor and writer Mackenzie Crook chooses 'Big Yellow Taxi' by Joni Mitchell and 'River Man' by Nick Drake.

Marcovaldo (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 19:50 - 21:00

Five stories about a poor rural man living with his family in a big city in northern Italy. Stars Mackenzie Crook and Toby Jones.

The Frankie Howerd Show

Tomorrow 21:00 - 21:30

4/7. Frankie is accused of being a spy, gets hypnotised and joins a local literary group. With June Whitfield. From July 1973.

Take It From Here

Tomorrow 21:30 - 22:00

A butler's 'upstairs' wrangles and Eth finally gets a ring on her finger in 'The Glums'. With Jimmy Edwards. From December 1953.

ElvenQuest

Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30

1/6. Who is the lovely newcomer with the huge biceps? Fantasy comedy starring Kevin Eldon and Alistair McGowan. From 2010.

Pick Ups

Tomorrow 22:30 - 22:55

3/6. Mike and Linda meet dates Andrew and Teri at a unique restaurant, with mixed results. Stars John Thomson. From 2008.

The Comedy Club Interview

Tomorrow 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Jon Holmes chats to News Quiz regular, Geoff Norcott.

Lobby Land

Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30

5/5. Sam has been nominated for a journalism award, but has she got a bigger decision to make? Stars Yasmine Akram. From 2019.

Rigor Mortis

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00

5/6. St Luke's Hospital Pathology holds its first 'scratch night' for work in progress. Stars Peter Davison. From December 2004.

Mon Feb 24
Childhood's End

Monday 00:00 - 01:00

2/2. How will humanity respond when its unseen rulers - the Overlords - finally reveal themselves after 50 years? Stars Steven Pacey.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Monday 01:00 - 01:45

4 Extra Debut. From Joni Mitchell to Talk Talk. 'Elbow' lead singer Guy Garvey shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2014.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Monday 01:45 - 02:00

David Attenborough is fascinated by the largest flying animal ever to exist during the time of the dinosaurs. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Poetry Workshop

Monday 02:00 - 02:30

Daljit Nagra selects Poetry Workshop - The Thread by Don Paterson. Presented by Ruth Padel in Edinburgh. From 2011.

Twenty Years A-Growing (Omnibus)

Monday 02:30 - 03:40

The outbreak of war changes traditional rural life on The Blasket Islands - off Ireland's Dingle Peninsula. Read by PG Stephens.

Inheritance Tracks

Monday 03:40 - 03:50

Actor and writer Mackenzie Crook chooses 'Big Yellow Taxi' by Joni Mitchell and 'River Man' by Nick Drake.

Marcovaldo (Omnibus)

Monday 03:50 - 05:00

Five stories about a poor rural man living with his family in a big city in northern Italy. Stars Mackenzie Crook and Toby Jones.

The Frankie Howerd Show

Monday 05:00 - 05:30

4/7. Frankie is accused of being a spy, gets hypnotised and joins a local literary group. With June Whitfield. From July 1973.

Take It From Here

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

A butler's 'upstairs' wrangles and Eth finally gets a ring on her finger in 'The Glums'. With Jimmy Edwards. From December 1953.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Monday 06:00 - 06:45

1/12. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's great detective traces a compromising photo, but meets his match in Irene Adler. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Monday 06:45 - 07:00

1/5. Bank employee Dennis Truelove turns up in Porthant Bay, but why is he splashing the cash? Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Monday 07:00 - 07:30

3/6. Sheila and Tommy tackle their memoirs, but are their memories up to it? Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From May 2001.

The Likely Lads

Monday 07:30 - 08:00

6/8. Terry has to overcome his fear of the countryside on a holiday weekend up the coast. Stars James Bolam. From 1967.

Cleaning Up

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

1/4. A new night-time cleaner arrives to meet the boss in Manchester. Stars Julie Hesmondhalgh and John Thomson. From 2015.

The Shepherd's Life

Monday 08:30 - 08:45

1/5. Powerful account of James Rebanks's life as a traditional sheep farmer in the Lake District. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Monday 08:45 - 09:00

1/5. Carmen is imprisoned after fighting in a bar but is determined not to stay incarcerated for long. Starring Candis Nergaard.

Just a Minute

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

5/6. Paul Merton and Desiree Burch join host Sue Perkins for a game of Just a Minute.

Just So Science

Monday 09:30 - 09:45

1/5. Vivienne Parry with the science behind Kipling's stories. How does a whale feed itself? With readings by Samuel West. From 2013.

Daily Service

Monday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by David Waters.

Comic to Comic

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

3/7. From Manchester Poly and punk poetry to a Perrier Award and branching out, comic Jenny Éclair chats to Bruce Morton. From 2006.

Sore Fingers

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

Eavesdrop on banjo mania in Stow on the Wold, as Bluegrass enthusiasts bring American Appalachian music to town. From 2011.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Monday 11:00 - 11:45

1/12. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's great detective traces a compromising photo, but meets his match in Irene Adler. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Monday 11:45 - 12:00

1/5. Bank employee Dennis Truelove turns up in Porthant Bay, but why is he splashing the cash? Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Monday 12:00 - 12:30

3/6. Sheila and Tommy tackle their memoirs, but are their memories up to it? Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From May 2001.

The Likely Lads

Monday 12:30 - 13:00

6/8. Terry has to overcome his fear of the countryside on a holiday weekend up the coast. Stars James Bolam. From 1967.

Cleaning Up

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

1/4. A new night-time cleaner arrives to meet the boss in Manchester. Stars Julie Hesmondhalgh and John Thomson. From 2015.

The Shepherd's Life

Monday 13:30 - 13:45

1/5. Powerful account of James Rebanks's life as a traditional sheep farmer in the Lake District. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Monday 13:45 - 14:00

1/5. Carmen is imprisoned after fighting in a bar but is determined not to stay incarcerated for long. Starring Candis Nergaard.

The Rest is History

Monday 14:00 - 14:30

6/6. Frank Skinner and guests Josie Long, Kevin Eldon and Professor Kate Williams discuss Drake's Drum and E.R.N.I.E. From 2016.

Smelling of Roses

Monday 14:30 - 15:00

6/6. Joan's got man troubles, while Rosie tackles pensioner politics. Stars Prunella Scales and Arabella Weir. From August 2001.

Second Chance

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. When baby Tommy disappears, the police have to make very thorough enquiries. With Penny Layden and Richard Derrington.

Comic to Comic

Monday 16:00 - 16:30

3/7. From Manchester Poly and punk poetry to a Perrier Award and branching out, comic Jenny Éclair chats to Bruce Morton. From 2006.

Sore Fingers

Monday 16:30 - 17:00

Eavesdrop on banjo mania in Stow on the Wold, as Bluegrass enthusiasts bring American Appalachian music to town. From 2011.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Monday 17:00 - 17:45

1/12. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's great detective traces a compromising photo, but meets his match in Irene Adler. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Monday 17:45 - 18:00

1/5. Bank employee Dennis Truelove turns up in Porthant Bay, but why is he splashing the cash? Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

3/6. Sheila and Tommy tackle their memoirs, but are their memories up to it? Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From May 2001.

The Likely Lads

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

6/8. Terry has to overcome his fear of the countryside on a holiday weekend up the coast. Stars James Bolam. From 1967.

Cleaning Up

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

1/4. A new night-time cleaner arrives to meet the boss in Manchester. Stars Julie Hesmondhalgh and John Thomson. From 2015.

The Shepherd's Life

Monday 19:30 - 19:45

1/5. Powerful account of James Rebanks's life as a traditional sheep farmer in the Lake District. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Monday 19:45 - 20:00

1/5. Carmen is imprisoned after fighting in a bar but is determined not to stay incarcerated for long. Starring Candis Nergaard.

The Rest is History

Monday 20:00 - 20:30

6/6. Frank Skinner and guests Josie Long, Kevin Eldon and Professor Kate Williams discuss Drake's Drum and E.R.N.I.E. From 2016.

Smelling of Roses

Monday 20:30 - 21:00

6/6. Joan's got man troubles, while Rosie tackles pensioner politics. Stars Prunella Scales and Arabella Weir. From August 2001.

Second Chance

Monday 21:00 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. When baby Tommy disappears, the police have to make very thorough enquiries. With Penny Layden and Richard Derrington.

Just a Minute

Monday 22:00 - 22:30

5/6. Paul Merton and Desiree Burch join host Sue Perkins for a game of Just a Minute.

The Right Time

Monday 22:30 - 23:00

1/5. The Baby Boomers see the funny side of everyday modern life. Stars Eleanor Bron, Clive Swift and Neil Innes. From August 2001.

The News Quiz

Monday 23:00 - 23:30

7/8. Hugo Rifkind, Zoe Lyons, Laura Lexx and Ian Smith join Andy Zaltzman for this week's News Quiz.

Absolute Power

Monday 23:30 - 00:00

2/4. Spin doctor Martin's new bestseller drives a wedge between him and Charles. Stars Stephen Fry and John Bird. From February 2004.

Tue Feb 25
Comic to Comic

Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30

3/7. From Manchester Poly and punk poetry to a Perrier Award and branching out, comic Jenny Éclair chats to Bruce Morton. From 2006.

Sore Fingers

Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00

Eavesdrop on banjo mania in Stow on the Wold, as Bluegrass enthusiasts bring American Appalachian music to town. From 2011.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:45

1/12. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's great detective traces a compromising photo, but meets his match in Irene Adler. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Tuesday 01:45 - 02:00

1/5. Bank employee Dennis Truelove turns up in Porthant Bay, but why is he splashing the cash? Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Like They've Never Been Gone

Tuesday 02:00 - 02:30

3/6. Sheila and Tommy tackle their memoirs, but are their memories up to it? Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From May 2001.

The Likely Lads

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

6/8. Terry has to overcome his fear of the countryside on a holiday weekend up the coast. Stars James Bolam. From 1967.

Cleaning Up

Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30

1/4. A new night-time cleaner arrives to meet the boss in Manchester. Stars Julie Hesmondhalgh and John Thomson. From 2015.

The Shepherd's Life

Tuesday 03:30 - 03:45

1/5. Powerful account of James Rebanks's life as a traditional sheep farmer in the Lake District. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Tuesday 03:45 - 04:00

1/5. Carmen is imprisoned after fighting in a bar but is determined not to stay incarcerated for long. Starring Candis Nergaard.

The Rest is History

Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30

6/6. Frank Skinner and guests Josie Long, Kevin Eldon and Professor Kate Williams discuss Drake's Drum and E.R.N.I.E. From 2016.

Smelling of Roses

Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00

6/6. Joan's got man troubles, while Rosie tackles pensioner politics. Stars Prunella Scales and Arabella Weir. From August 2001.

Second Chance

Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. When baby Tommy disappears, the police have to make very thorough enquiries. With Penny Layden and Richard Derrington.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:45

2/12. The detective investigates why a pawnbroker is paid four sovereigns a week to copy out an encyclopaedia. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Tuesday 06:45 - 07:00

2/5. On the run with his stolen cash, bank employee Dennis leaves false trails in the West Country. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Spangles 'n' Tights

Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30

4/5. Dublin's theatrical costumiers dress a medieval banquet in a ghostly castle. With Frank Kelly and Anne Byrne. From October 1998.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00

7/21. All set for the Long Distance Bass Drum Race, Neddie Seagoon is duped into villainy. Stars Spike Milligan. From November 1956.

Man at the Helm

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

3/4. The kids begin to wonder if Charlie Bates is man at the helm material? Starring Amanda Hale and Andy Nyman. From 2016.

The Shepherd's Life

Tuesday 08:30 - 08:45

2/5. After his grandfather's death, James Rebanks's family face a difficult financial decision about the farm. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Tuesday 08:45 - 09:00

2/5. Carmen meets Don Jose again at a party. He is unable to resist her charms despite the trouble she brings. Stars William Ash.

Yesterday in Parliament

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

The latest news from Westminster - and beyond.

Just So Science

Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45

2/5. Vivienne Parry with the science behind Kipling's stories. Can a leopard change its spots? Readings by Samuel West. From 2013.

Daily Service

Tuesday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Anne Read.

A Good Read

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Loyd Grossman, Skin and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by W Somerset Maugham, Colston Whitehead and Kapka Kassabova. From 2018.

The House of the Windy City -...

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

...Dance music's forgotten heroes. 4 Extra Debut. Presenter and DJ Dave Pearce tells the story of how dance music was reinvented as House music in 1980s Chicago. From 2016.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Tuesday 11:00 - 11:45

2/12. The detective investigates why a pawnbroker is paid four sovereigns a week to copy out an encyclopaedia. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Tuesday 11:45 - 12:00

2/5. On the run with his stolen cash, bank employee Dennis leaves false trails in the West Country. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Spangles 'n' Tights

Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30

4/5. Dublin's theatrical costumiers dress a medieval banquet in a ghostly castle. With Frank Kelly and Anne Byrne. From October 1998.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00

7/21. All set for the Long Distance Bass Drum Race, Neddie Seagoon is duped into villainy. Stars Spike Milligan. From November 1956.

Man at the Helm

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

3/4. The kids begin to wonder if Charlie Bates is man at the helm material? Starring Amanda Hale and Andy Nyman. From 2016.

The Shepherd's Life

Tuesday 13:30 - 13:45

2/5. After his grandfather's death, James Rebanks's family face a difficult financial decision about the farm. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00

2/5. Carmen meets Don Jose again at a party. He is unable to resist her charms despite the trouble she brings. Stars William Ash.

Booked

Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30

Ian McMillan's irreverent literary game with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Rory Motion and Roger McGough. From 1997.

Bookcases

Tuesday 14:30 - 15:00

2/4. Ailing Victorian publishers Spavin and Spavin hope Charles Dickens can save them. Stars Michael Cochrane. From January 2001.

A Fortunate Man

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. John Berger's moving account of a rural GP looking after his patients in Gloucestershire. Starring Adrian Scarborough.

A Good Read

Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

4 Extra Debut. Loyd Grossman, Skin and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by W Somerset Maugham, Colston Whitehead and Kapka Kassabova. From 2018.

The House of the Windy City -...

Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00

...Dance music's forgotten heroes. 4 Extra Debut. Presenter and DJ Dave Pearce tells the story of how dance music was reinvented as House music in 1980s Chicago. From 2016.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:45

2/12. The detective investigates why a pawnbroker is paid four sovereigns a week to copy out an encyclopaedia. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Tuesday 17:45 - 18:00

2/5. On the run with his stolen cash, bank employee Dennis leaves false trails in the West Country. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Spangles 'n' Tights

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

4/5. Dublin's theatrical costumiers dress a medieval banquet in a ghostly castle. With Frank Kelly and Anne Byrne. From October 1998.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

7/21. All set for the Long Distance Bass Drum Race, Neddie Seagoon is duped into villainy. Stars Spike Milligan. From November 1956.

Man at the Helm

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

3/4. The kids begin to wonder if Charlie Bates is man at the helm material? Starring Amanda Hale and Andy Nyman. From 2016.

The Shepherd's Life

Tuesday 19:30 - 19:45

2/5. After his grandfather's death, James Rebanks's family face a difficult financial decision about the farm. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Tuesday 19:45 - 20:00

2/5. Carmen meets Don Jose again at a party. He is unable to resist her charms despite the trouble she brings. Stars William Ash.

Booked

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30

Ian McMillan's irreverent literary game with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Rory Motion and Roger McGough. From 1997.

Bookcases

Tuesday 20:30 - 21:00

2/4. Ailing Victorian publishers Spavin and Spavin hope Charles Dickens can save them. Stars Michael Cochrane. From January 2001.

A Fortunate Man

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. John Berger's moving account of a rural GP looking after his patients in Gloucestershire. Starring Adrian Scarborough.

Heresy

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30

1/6. Victoria Coren Mitchell is joined by comedians Phil Wang, Miles Jupp and Zoe Lyons to discuss weight loss, procrastination and Keir Starmer's premiership.

The Consultants

Tuesday 22:30 - 22:55

5/6. Two travellers stumble upon a very unusual pub quiz. Neil Edmond and James Rawlings' cerebral sketches. From November 2005.

The Comedy Club Interview

Tuesday 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Jon Holmes has another chat to the comedian and podcaster, Geoff Norcott.

Date With Fate

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:15

1/4. The fate of surveyor's clerk Simon battling to cover up his huge white lie. Stars Charles Gray and Alex Lowe. From 1996.

Hamish and Dougal: You'll Have...

Tuesday 23:15 - 23:30

...Had Your Tea. 1/4. Mrs Naughtie performs the Dance of the Seven Voles. Stars Barry Cryer, Graeme Garden and Alison Steadman. From December 2002.

The Curried Goat Show

Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00

6/8. It's Bird Night and 'That's Life'. Dan Gaster, Will Ing and Ben Silburn's sketch-bonanza. With Rodney Bewes. From February 1998.

Wed Feb 26
A Good Read

Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30

4 Extra Debut. Loyd Grossman, Skin and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by W Somerset Maugham, Colston Whitehead and Kapka Kassabova. From 2018.

The House of the Windy City -...

Wednesday 00:30 - 01:00

...Dance music's forgotten heroes. 4 Extra Debut. Presenter and DJ Dave Pearce tells the story of how dance music was reinvented as House music in 1980s Chicago. From 2016.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday 01:00 - 01:45

2/12. The detective investigates why a pawnbroker is paid four sovereigns a week to copy out an encyclopaedia. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Wednesday 01:45 - 02:00

2/5. On the run with his stolen cash, bank employee Dennis leaves false trails in the West Country. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Spangles 'n' Tights

Wednesday 02:00 - 02:30

4/5. Dublin's theatrical costumiers dress a medieval banquet in a ghostly castle. With Frank Kelly and Anne Byrne. From October 1998.

The Goon Show

Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00

7/21. All set for the Long Distance Bass Drum Race, Neddie Seagoon is duped into villainy. Stars Spike Milligan. From November 1956.

Man at the Helm

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:30

3/4. The kids begin to wonder if Charlie Bates is man at the helm material? Starring Amanda Hale and Andy Nyman. From 2016.

The Shepherd's Life

Wednesday 03:30 - 03:45

2/5. After his grandfather's death, James Rebanks's family face a difficult financial decision about the farm. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00

2/5. Carmen meets Don Jose again at a party. He is unable to resist her charms despite the trouble she brings. Stars William Ash.

Booked

Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30

Ian McMillan's irreverent literary game with Mark Thomas, Dillie Keane, Rory Motion and Roger McGough. From 1997.

Bookcases

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00

2/4. Ailing Victorian publishers Spavin and Spavin hope Charles Dickens can save them. Stars Michael Cochrane. From January 2001.

A Fortunate Man

Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. John Berger's moving account of a rural GP looking after his patients in Gloucestershire. Starring Adrian Scarborough.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:45

3/12. The detective agrees to help locate a missing husband, but can he do so without leaving 221B Baker Street? Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Wednesday 06:45 - 07:00

3/5. On the run with a wad of stolen cash, bank employee Dennis ponders the reaction to his disappearance. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Mr Finchley Takes The Road

Wednesday 07:00 - 07:30

3/6. Edgar Finchley gets locked up, wins an unlikely prize and hits the wrong note with an army band. Stars Richard Griffiths.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00

19/20. The Lad takes up conjuring and is booked for Dartmoor Prison, unaware of Sid's plan. Stars Tony Hancock. From February 1956.

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

4/4. The parents attempt to bond with the new neighbours, while Tom receives some worrying news. With Kate Anthony. From 2016.

The Shepherd's Life

Wednesday 08:30 - 08:45

3/5. Clashing with his father, James Rebanks gains a place at Oxford University, but misses the farming life. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Wednesday 08:45 - 09:00

3/5. Carmen introduces Don Jose to her camp and a life of robbery and violence. Starring Candis Nergaard and William Ash.

Yesterday in Parliament

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

The latest news from Westminster - and beyond.

Just So Science

Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45

3/5. Vivienne Parry with the science behind Kipling's stories and a tale stranger than fiction. Readings by Samuel West. From 2013.

Daily Service

Wednesday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Krish Kandiah.

So Bad It's Good?

Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00

Steve Punt shares the joy of films, songs and books so bad they're good. With Grace Dent, Robin Ince and Laura Snapes. From 2020.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday 11:00 - 11:45

3/12. The detective agrees to help locate a missing husband, but can he do so without leaving 221B Baker Street? Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Wednesday 11:45 - 12:00

3/5. On the run with a wad of stolen cash, bank employee Dennis ponders the reaction to his disappearance. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Mr Finchley Takes The Road

Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30

3/6. Edgar Finchley gets locked up, wins an unlikely prize and hits the wrong note with an army band. Stars Richard Griffiths.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00

19/20. The Lad takes up conjuring and is booked for Dartmoor Prison, unaware of Sid's plan. Stars Tony Hancock. From February 1956.

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

4/4. The parents attempt to bond with the new neighbours, while Tom receives some worrying news. With Kate Anthony. From 2016.

The Shepherd's Life

Wednesday 13:30 - 13:45

3/5. Clashing with his father, James Rebanks gains a place at Oxford University, but misses the farming life. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00

3/5. Carmen introduces Don Jose to her camp and a life of robbery and violence. Starring Candis Nergaard and William Ash.

It's Your Round

Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30

2/6. Angus Deayton lets Andy Parsons, Rebecca Front, Miles Jupp and Rick Wakeman devise the panel show's rounds. From February 2011.

Millport

Wednesday 14:30 - 15:00

5/6. A top restaurant critic causes island speculation when he books a table at Alberto's cafe. Stars Lynn Ferguson. From April 2000.

Oblomov

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

1/2. Gentle, intelligent Oblomov fails to deal with life, never doing today what can be ignored until tomorrow. Stars Toby Jones.

So Bad It's Good?

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

Steve Punt shares the joy of films, songs and books so bad they're good. With Grace Dent, Robin Ince and Laura Snapes. From 2020.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:45

3/12. The detective agrees to help locate a missing husband, but can he do so without leaving 221B Baker Street? Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Wednesday 17:45 - 18:00

3/5. On the run with a wad of stolen cash, bank employee Dennis ponders the reaction to his disappearance. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Mr Finchley Takes The Road

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

3/6. Edgar Finchley gets locked up, wins an unlikely prize and hits the wrong note with an army band. Stars Richard Griffiths.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

19/20. The Lad takes up conjuring and is booked for Dartmoor Prison, unaware of Sid's plan. Stars Tony Hancock. From February 1956.

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

4/4. The parents attempt to bond with the new neighbours, while Tom receives some worrying news. With Kate Anthony. From 2016.

The Shepherd's Life

Wednesday 19:30 - 19:45

3/5. Clashing with his father, James Rebanks gains a place at Oxford University, but misses the farming life. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Wednesday 19:45 - 20:00

3/5. Carmen introduces Don Jose to her camp and a life of robbery and violence. Starring Candis Nergaard and William Ash.

It's Your Round

Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30

2/6. Angus Deayton lets Andy Parsons, Rebecca Front, Miles Jupp and Rick Wakeman devise the panel show's rounds. From February 2011.

Millport

Wednesday 20:30 - 21:00

5/6. A top restaurant critic causes island speculation when he books a table at Alberto's cafe. Stars Lynn Ferguson. From April 2000.

Oblomov

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

1/2. Gentle, intelligent Oblomov fails to deal with life, never doing today what can be ignored until tomorrow. Stars Toby Jones.

ReincarNathan

Wednesday 22:00 - 22:30

2/3. Nathan Blakely was a pop star, but he died and was reincarnated - as a toaster in a suburban kitchen. Series 4 of the comedy starring Daniel Rigby, Ashley McGuire and Matt Lucas.

Alice's Wunderland

Wednesday 22:30 - 23:00

1/4. Welcome to a kingdom much like our own and nothing like it in the slightest! Sketch show with Alice Lowe. From December 2013.

The Skivers

Wednesday 23:00 - 23:30

4/5. Fathers' Mastermind, and a new-style triathlon. Nick Golson and Tim de Jongh welcome guest Rodney Bewes. From April 1994.

This is Craig Brown

Wednesday 23:30 - 23:45

6/6. Revealing all on narcotics and Top of the Pops. The satirist pokes fun with Rory Bremner and John Humphrys. From March 2004.

Twenty Players

Wednesday 23:45 - 00:00

3/6. Forgotten sporting heroes. Gerald Sinstadt tells the story of Eric Sarby and his prize-winning greyhound. From June 1997.

Thu Feb 27
So Bad It's Good?

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

Steve Punt shares the joy of films, songs and books so bad they're good. With Grace Dent, Robin Ince and Laura Snapes. From 2020.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Thursday 01:00 - 01:45

3/12. The detective agrees to help locate a missing husband, but can he do so without leaving 221B Baker Street? Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Thursday 01:45 - 02:00

3/5. On the run with a wad of stolen cash, bank employee Dennis ponders the reaction to his disappearance. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Mr Finchley Takes The Road

Thursday 02:00 - 02:30

3/6. Edgar Finchley gets locked up, wins an unlikely prize and hits the wrong note with an army band. Stars Richard Griffiths.

Hancock's Half Hour

Thursday 02:30 - 03:00

19/20. The Lad takes up conjuring and is booked for Dartmoor Prison, unaware of Sid's plan. Stars Tony Hancock. From February 1956.

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Thursday 03:00 - 03:30

4/4. The parents attempt to bond with the new neighbours, while Tom receives some worrying news. With Kate Anthony. From 2016.

The Shepherd's Life

Thursday 03:30 - 03:45

3/5. Clashing with his father, James Rebanks gains a place at Oxford University, but misses the farming life. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Thursday 03:45 - 04:00

3/5. Carmen introduces Don Jose to her camp and a life of robbery and violence. Starring Candis Nergaard and William Ash.

It's Your Round

Thursday 04:00 - 04:30

2/6. Angus Deayton lets Andy Parsons, Rebecca Front, Miles Jupp and Rick Wakeman devise the panel show's rounds. From February 2011.

Millport

Thursday 04:30 - 05:00

5/6. A top restaurant critic causes island speculation when he books a table at Alberto's cafe. Stars Lynn Ferguson. From April 2000.

Oblomov

Thursday 05:00 - 06:00

1/2. Gentle, intelligent Oblomov fails to deal with life, never doing today what can be ignored until tomorrow. Stars Toby Jones.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Thursday 06:00 - 06:45

4/12. When a man is murdered, his blood-covered son stands accused. But the detective has his own theory. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Thursday 06:45 - 07:00

4/5. Hiding out in a hotel with his stolen cash, bank employee Dennis offends some fellow guests. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Jeeves and the Feudal Spirit

Thursday 07:00 - 07:30

3/6. Shocks are in store for Bertie at Aunt Dahlia's house in Brinkley. PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briers and Michael Hordern.

The Small, Intricate Life Of...

Thursday 07:30 - 08:00

...Gerald C Potter. 2/6. The small-time crime writer is distracted when his wife loses something precious. Stars Ian Carmichael. From March 1976.

Skeletons in the Cupboard

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

1/8. 4 Extra Debut. Sisters Maureen and Lesley are packing up the family home, but can't agree about selling it. Stars Alison Steadman. From 2019.

The Shepherd's Life

Thursday 08:30 - 08:45

4/5. James Rebanks recalls the dark days of 2001, facing the horror of foot-and-mouth disease. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Thursday 08:45 - 09:00

4/5. Carmen stirs up the rivalry between Don Jose and Garcia with deadly consequences. Starring Candis Nergaard and William Ash.

Yesterday in Parliament

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

The latest news from Westminster - and beyond.

Just So Science

Thursday 09:30 - 09:45

4/5. Vivienne Parry with the science behind Kipling's stories and some horse and rhino truths. Readings by Samuel West. From 2013.

Daily Service

Thursday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Richard Littledale.

Great Lives

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

Gyles Brandreth chooses Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes. With Matthew Parris and Andrew Lycett. From 2013.

Fixing A Hole

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

Sara Parker investigates road works, those who dig them and those who despair of them, from Cumbria to London. From 2008.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Thursday 11:00 - 11:45

4/12. When a man is murdered, his blood-covered son stands accused. But the detective has his own theory. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Thursday 11:45 - 12:00

4/5. Hiding out in a hotel with his stolen cash, bank employee Dennis offends some fellow guests. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Jeeves and the Feudal Spirit

Thursday 12:00 - 12:30

3/6. Shocks are in store for Bertie at Aunt Dahlia's house in Brinkley. PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briers and Michael Hordern.

The Small, Intricate Life Of...

Thursday 12:30 - 13:00

...Gerald C Potter. 2/6. The small-time crime writer is distracted when his wife loses something precious. Stars Ian Carmichael. From March 1976.

Skeletons in the Cupboard

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

1/8. 4 Extra Debut. Sisters Maureen and Lesley are packing up the family home, but can't agree about selling it. Stars Alison Steadman. From 2019.

The Shepherd's Life

Thursday 13:30 - 13:45

4/5. James Rebanks recalls the dark days of 2001, facing the horror of foot-and-mouth disease. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Thursday 13:45 - 14:00

4/5. Carmen stirs up the rivalry between Don Jose and Garcia with deadly consequences. Starring Candis Nergaard and William Ash.

Who Goes There?

Thursday 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. Martin Young hosts the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Sue Cook and Annabel Giles. From January 2000.

Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends

Thursday 14:30 - 15:00

4/6. Wendy adopts a dog which adores her, but hates Robin. Stars Kay Stonham and Simon Greenall. From June 2003.

Oblomov

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

2/2. During summer in the country, Oblomov's fallen in love with Olga. Back in St Petersburg her patience is tested. Stars Toby Jones.

Great Lives

Thursday 16:00 - 16:30

Gyles Brandreth chooses Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes. With Matthew Parris and Andrew Lycett. From 2013.

Fixing A Hole

Thursday 16:30 - 17:00

Sara Parker investigates road works, those who dig them and those who despair of them, from Cumbria to London. From 2008.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Thursday 17:00 - 17:45

4/12. When a man is murdered, his blood-covered son stands accused. But the detective has his own theory. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Thursday 17:45 - 18:00

4/5. Hiding out in a hotel with his stolen cash, bank employee Dennis offends some fellow guests. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Jeeves and the Feudal Spirit

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

3/6. Shocks are in store for Bertie at Aunt Dahlia's house in Brinkley. PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briers and Michael Hordern.

The Small, Intricate Life Of...

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

...Gerald C Potter. 2/6. The small-time crime writer is distracted when his wife loses something precious. Stars Ian Carmichael. From March 1976.

Skeletons in the Cupboard

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

1/8. 4 Extra Debut. Sisters Maureen and Lesley are packing up the family home, but can't agree about selling it. Stars Alison Steadman. From 2019.

The Shepherd's Life

Thursday 19:30 - 19:45

4/5. James Rebanks recalls the dark days of 2001, facing the horror of foot-and-mouth disease. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Thursday 19:45 - 20:00

4/5. Carmen stirs up the rivalry between Don Jose and Garcia with deadly consequences. Starring Candis Nergaard and William Ash.

Who Goes There?

Thursday 20:00 - 20:30

1/6. Martin Young hosts the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Sue Cook and Annabel Giles. From January 2000.

Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends

Thursday 20:30 - 21:00

4/6. Wendy adopts a dog which adores her, but hates Robin. Stars Kay Stonham and Simon Greenall. From June 2003.

Oblomov

Thursday 21:00 - 22:00

2/2. During summer in the country, Oblomov's fallen in love with Olga. Back in St Petersburg her patience is tested. Stars Toby Jones.

P.O.V.

Thursday 22:00 - 22:30

4/6. A sketch show from the internet's best comedy creators, with the best stag do ever, drinks you can't order at a wake, a trip around a money-sterry, and why it's all over for Earth.

Eamon, Older Brother of Jesus

Thursday 22:30 - 22:45

5/6. Still living with his parents and a perfect younger brother: Eamon's affair to remember? Stars Michael Redmond. Made in 1996.

2000 Years of Radio

Thursday 22:45 - 23:00

5/6. Can the Sheriff of Nottingham develop a sinister laugh? Recreation of the wireless archives with Al Holloway. From October 2002.

The Million Pound Radio Show

Thursday 23:00 - 23:30

3/6. Bickering lizards, Crazy Golf Championships and killer chairs. Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell's sharp humour. From October 1987.

The Hudson and Pepperdine Show

Thursday 23:30 - 00:00

2/4. Mel Hudson and Vicki Pepperdine have a diabolical visitor while 'Eminem' and 'Lesley Garrett' perform a duet. From May 2001.

Fri Feb 28
Great Lives

Friday 00:00 - 00:30

Gyles Brandreth chooses Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes. With Matthew Parris and Andrew Lycett. From 2013.

Fixing A Hole

Friday 00:30 - 01:00

Sara Parker investigates road works, those who dig them and those who despair of them, from Cumbria to London. From 2008.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Friday 01:00 - 01:45

4/12. When a man is murdered, his blood-covered son stands accused. But the detective has his own theory. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Friday 01:45 - 02:00

4/5. Hiding out in a hotel with his stolen cash, bank employee Dennis offends some fellow guests. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Jeeves and the Feudal Spirit

Friday 02:00 - 02:30

3/6. Shocks are in store for Bertie at Aunt Dahlia's house in Brinkley. PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briers and Michael Hordern.

The Small, Intricate Life Of...

Friday 02:30 - 03:00

...Gerald C Potter. 2/6. The small-time crime writer is distracted when his wife loses something precious. Stars Ian Carmichael. From March 1976.

Skeletons in the Cupboard

Friday 03:00 - 03:30

1/8. 4 Extra Debut. Sisters Maureen and Lesley are packing up the family home, but can't agree about selling it. Stars Alison Steadman. From 2019.

The Shepherd's Life

Friday 03:30 - 03:45

4/5. James Rebanks recalls the dark days of 2001, facing the horror of foot-and-mouth disease. Read by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Friday 03:45 - 04:00

4/5. Carmen stirs up the rivalry between Don Jose and Garcia with deadly consequences. Starring Candis Nergaard and William Ash.

Who Goes There?

Friday 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. Martin Young hosts the famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Sue Cook and Annabel Giles. From January 2000.

Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends

Friday 04:30 - 05:00

4/6. Wendy adopts a dog which adores her, but hates Robin. Stars Kay Stonham and Simon Greenall. From June 2003.

Oblomov

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

2/2. During summer in the country, Oblomov's fallen in love with Olga. Back in St Petersburg her patience is tested. Stars Toby Jones.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Friday 06:00 - 06:45

5/12. After receiving a violent death threat letter, Colonel Elias Openshaw calls on the Baker Street detective. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Friday 06:45 - 07:00

5/5. The police start closing in on fugitive bank employee Dennis Truelove hiding out at a Cornish hotel. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Thirty Minutes Worth

Friday 07:00 - 07:30

6/6. Cat burglar Fingers Fogerty pays the comedian an unwelcome visit. Stars Harry Worth and Michael Robbins. From October 1988.

Lines From My Grandfather's...

Friday 07:30 - 08:00

...Forehead. A bungling burglar, a struggling pianist and the Clegworthy family's Sunday. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker. From March 1971.

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

5/5. Exploring 'Hygge', the comedian Alan Davies joins Sandi to talk about country walks, reading and a childhood toy. From 2020.

The Shepherd's Life

Friday 08:30 - 08:45

5/5. Spring is the farmer's reward for the hard days of winter, as James Rebanks prepares for lambing. Concluded by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Friday 08:45 - 09:00

5/5. Carmen realises that her fate is catching up with her and decides to face her destiny head on. Starring Candis Nergaard.

Yesterday in Parliament

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

The latest news from Westminster - and beyond.

Just So Science

Friday 09:30 - 09:45

5/5. Vivienne Parry with the science behind Kipling's stories and the mysteries of felis catus. Readings by Samuel West. From 2013.

Daily Service

Friday 09:45 - 10:00

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by the Right Revd Mary Stallard, Bishop of Llandaff.

Soul Music

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Exploring the lasting emotional impact of The Carpenters' song 'We've Only Just Begun', originally a bank TV advert. From 2021.

Britain's Black Revolutionary

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

Lord Morris explores the life of William Cuffay, the son of a slave, and universal suffrage campaigner in 1840s London. From 2010.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Friday 11:00 - 11:45

5/12. After receiving a violent death threat letter, Colonel Elias Openshaw calls on the Baker Street detective. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Friday 11:45 - 12:00

5/5. The police start closing in on fugitive bank employee Dennis Truelove hiding out at a Cornish hotel. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Thirty Minutes Worth

Friday 12:00 - 12:30

6/6. Cat burglar Fingers Fogerty pays the comedian an unwelcome visit. Stars Harry Worth and Michael Robbins. From October 1988.

Lines From My Grandfather's...

Friday 12:30 - 13:00

...Forehead. A bungling burglar, a struggling pianist and the Clegworthy family's Sunday. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker. From March 1971.

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

5/5. Exploring 'Hygge', the comedian Alan Davies joins Sandi to talk about country walks, reading and a childhood toy. From 2020.

The Shepherd's Life

Friday 13:30 - 13:45

5/5. Spring is the farmer's reward for the hard days of winter, as James Rebanks prepares for lambing. Concluded by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Friday 13:45 - 14:00

5/5. Carmen realises that her fate is catching up with her and decides to face her destiny head on. Starring Candis Nergaard.

The Unbelievable Truth

Friday 14:00 - 14:30

3/6. David Mitchell gets Lou Sanders, Ria Lina, Milton Jones, and Chris McCausland to sort the fact from the fiction. From 2022.

Meet Mr Mulliner

Friday 14:30 - 15:00

3/6. The bar raconteur tells the tale of a detective relative who received a very peculiar doctor's prescription. Stars Richard Griffiths.

Sound Barriers

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

What's wrong with Mel's baby? Why does she suddenly need neighbours' help: a deaf man and lonely widow? Stars Patricia Routledge.

Soul Music

Friday 16:00 - 16:30

4 Extra Debut. Exploring the lasting emotional impact of The Carpenters' song 'We've Only Just Begun', originally a bank TV advert. From 2021.

Britain's Black Revolutionary

Friday 16:30 - 17:00

Lord Morris explores the life of William Cuffay, the son of a slave, and universal suffrage campaigner in 1840s London. From 2010.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Friday 17:00 - 17:45

5/12. After receiving a violent death threat letter, Colonel Elias Openshaw calls on the Baker Street detective. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Friday 17:45 - 18:00

5/5. The police start closing in on fugitive bank employee Dennis Truelove hiding out at a Cornish hotel. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Thirty Minutes Worth

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

6/6. Cat burglar Fingers Fogerty pays the comedian an unwelcome visit. Stars Harry Worth and Michael Robbins. From October 1988.

Lines From My Grandfather's...

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

...Forehead. A bungling burglar, a struggling pianist and the Clegworthy family's Sunday. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker. From March 1971.

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

5/5. Exploring 'Hygge', the comedian Alan Davies joins Sandi to talk about country walks, reading and a childhood toy. From 2020.

The Shepherd's Life

Friday 19:30 - 19:45

5/5. Spring is the farmer's reward for the hard days of winter, as James Rebanks prepares for lambing. Concluded by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Friday 19:45 - 20:00

5/5. Carmen realises that her fate is catching up with her and decides to face her destiny head on. Starring Candis Nergaard.

The Unbelievable Truth

Friday 20:00 - 20:30

3/6. David Mitchell gets Lou Sanders, Ria Lina, Milton Jones, and Chris McCausland to sort the fact from the fiction. From 2022.

Meet Mr Mulliner

Friday 20:30 - 21:00

3/6. The bar raconteur tells the tale of a detective relative who received a very peculiar doctor's prescription. Stars Richard Griffiths.

Sound Barriers

Friday 21:00 - 22:00

What's wrong with Mel's baby? Why does she suddenly need neighbours' help: a deaf man and lonely widow? Stars Patricia Routledge.

What? Seriously??

Friday 22:00 - 22:25

Dara Ó Briain and Isy Suttie investigate spies, lies, and a political prize with special guest Chris Chung, the star of hit TV series Slow Horses.

The Comedy Club Interview

Friday 22:25 - 22:30

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Jon Holmes once again chats to the comedian and podcaster, Geoff Norcott.

The Jason Byrne Show

Friday 22:30 - 23:00

6/6. The award-winning funny man revels in misery. With Laurence Howarth and Daisy Haggard. From December 2010.

Mark Steel's in Town

Friday 23:00 - 23:30

3/6. Mark Steel is in Hampshire talking about war with the Salvation Army, roundabouts and a shopping centre. From December 2011.

Life On Egg

Friday 23:30 - 23:45

4/6. Harry makes a call to customer services. How long before he can actually speak to someone? Stars Harry Hill. From 2019.

The In Crowd

Friday 23:45 - 00:00

4/6. Sketch show from Manchester's Comedy Store with Robin Ince, Helen Moon, Smug Roberts and Kate Ward. From August 2001.

Sat Mar 01
Soul Music

Saturday 00:00 - 00:30

4 Extra Debut. Exploring the lasting emotional impact of The Carpenters' song 'We've Only Just Begun', originally a bank TV advert. From 2021.

Britain's Black Revolutionary

Saturday 00:30 - 01:00

Lord Morris explores the life of William Cuffay, the son of a slave, and universal suffrage campaigner in 1840s London. From 2010.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Saturday 01:00 - 01:45

5/12. After receiving a violent death threat letter, Colonel Elias Openshaw calls on the Baker Street detective. Stars Clive Merrison.

The Real Dennis Truelove

Saturday 01:45 - 02:00

5/5. The police start closing in on fugitive bank employee Dennis Truelove hiding out at a Cornish hotel. Stars Fine Time Fontayne.

Thirty Minutes Worth

Saturday 02:00 - 02:30

6/6. Cat burglar Fingers Fogerty pays the comedian an unwelcome visit. Stars Harry Worth and Michael Robbins. From October 1988.

Lines From My Grandfather's...

Saturday 02:30 - 03:00

...Forehead. A bungling burglar, a struggling pianist and the Clegworthy family's Sunday. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker. From March 1971.

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Saturday 03:00 - 03:30

5/5. Exploring 'Hygge', the comedian Alan Davies joins Sandi to talk about country walks, reading and a childhood toy. From 2020.

The Shepherd's Life

Saturday 03:30 - 03:45

5/5. Spring is the farmer's reward for the hard days of winter, as James Rebanks prepares for lambing. Concluded by Bryan Dick.

Carmen

Saturday 03:45 - 04:00

5/5. Carmen realises that her fate is catching up with her and decides to face her destiny head on. Starring Candis Nergaard.

The Unbelievable Truth

Saturday 04:00 - 04:30

3/6. David Mitchell gets Lou Sanders, Ria Lina, Milton Jones, and Chris McCausland to sort the fact from the fiction. From 2022.

Meet Mr Mulliner

Saturday 04:30 - 05:00

3/6. The bar raconteur tells the tale of a detective relative who received a very peculiar doctor's prescription. Stars Richard Griffiths.

Sound Barriers

Saturday 05:00 - 06:00

What's wrong with Mel's baby? Why does she suddenly need neighbours' help: a deaf man and lonely widow? Stars Patricia Routledge.

A Date In September

Saturday 06:00 - 07:30

4 Extra Debut. A schoolteacher sets out on a quest to find the childhood gang of his evacuation days in the Lakes. Stars Colin MacLachlan.

Arctic Dreams (Omnibus)

Saturday 07:30 - 08:45

Reflections on the magic of the Far North, its elusive inhabitants and mysterious frozen land. Read by Kyle Soller.

The Best of English

Saturday 08:45 - 09:00

2/6. Comedian and actor Arthur English on life in the Second World War including D-Day. With Michael Pointon. From February 1988.

The Men from the Ministry

Saturday 09:00 - 09:25

The arrival of a computer means the inept civil servants face the axe. With Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. From August 1976.

Beyond Our Ken

Saturday 09:25 - 09:55

Kenneth Horne discovers 'True Film Star Confessions' and 'Hornerama' probes hospitals. With Kenneth Williams. From April 1959.

Writing Yorkshire

Saturday 09:55 - 11:00

3/3. Ian McMillan concludes his literary tour of Yorkshire featuring two of Leeds's favourite sons.

A Date In September

Saturday 11:00 - 12:30

4 Extra Debut. A schoolteacher sets out on a quest to find the childhood gang of his evacuation days in the Lakes. Stars Colin MacLachlan.

Arctic Dreams (Omnibus)

Saturday 12:30 - 13:45

Reflections on the magic of the Far North, its elusive inhabitants and mysterious frozen land. Read by Kyle Soller.

The Best of English

Saturday 13:45 - 14:00

2/6. Comedian and actor Arthur English on life in the Second World War including D-Day. With Michael Pointon. From February 1988.

The Men from the Ministry

Saturday 14:00 - 14:25

The arrival of a computer means the inept civil servants face the axe. With Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. From August 1976.

Beyond Our Ken

Saturday 14:25 - 14:55

Kenneth Horne discovers 'True Film Star Confessions' and 'Hornerama' probes hospitals. With Kenneth Williams. From April 1959.

Writing Yorkshire

Saturday 14:55 - 16:00

3/3. Ian McMillan concludes his literary tour of Yorkshire featuring two of Leeds's favourite sons.

The Lifted Veil

Saturday 16:00 - 17:00

1/2. 4 Extra Debut. Latimer can see into the future and other peoples thoughts. But will he benefit from his clairvoyant powers? Stars Toby Stephens.

A Date In September

Saturday 17:00 - 18:30

4 Extra Debut. A schoolteacher sets out on a quest to find the childhood gang of his evacuation days in the Lakes. Stars Colin MacLachlan.

Arctic Dreams (Omnibus)

Saturday 18:30 - 19:45

Reflections on the magic of the Far North, its elusive inhabitants and mysterious frozen land. Read by Kyle Soller.

The Best of English

Saturday 19:45 - 20:00

2/6. Comedian and actor Arthur English on life in the Second World War including D-Day. With Michael Pointon. From February 1988.

The Men from the Ministry

Saturday 20:00 - 20:25

The arrival of a computer means the inept civil servants face the axe. With Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. From August 1976.

Beyond Our Ken

Saturday 20:25 - 20:55

Kenneth Horne discovers 'True Film Star Confessions' and 'Hornerama' probes hospitals. With Kenneth Williams. From April 1959.

Writing Yorkshire

Saturday 20:55 - 22:00

3/3. Ian McMillan concludes his literary tour of Yorkshire featuring two of Leeds's favourite sons.

The Shuttleworths

Saturday 22:00 - 22:15

6/6. John Shuttleworth enters the age of the mobile phone, but is he fully future-prepared? Stars Graham Fellows. From March 2003.

Tim Key's Late Night Poetry...

Saturday 22:15 - 22:30

...Programme. 6/6. The comic poet goes to his guitarist's wedding in Cheam, giving him a stag night he'll never forget. With Tom Basden. From 2014.

Start/Stop

Saturday 22:30 - 23:00

1/6. The love, marriage - and despair of three couples. A classical concert trip poses problems. Stars Jack Docherty. From 2013.

Lee and Herring's Fist of Fun

Saturday 23:00 - 23:30

3/6. The cult BBC Radio 1 series hits Lancaster University. Starring Stewart Lee and Richard Herring. From October 1993.

Chain Reaction

Saturday 23:30 - 00:00

6/7. The writer and the musician star in the tag talk show, where the guest turns interviewer in the next show. From 2005.