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Thu Feb 12
Plum House

Today 03:00 - 03:30

6/6. Peter has agreed to the house being used for a period drama, but will someone let the side down? Stars Simon Callow. From 2016.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story

Today 03:30 - 03:45

3/5. Lionel Bart begins work on his musical masterpiece, 'Oliver!'. Alistair McGowan reads David and Caroline Stafford's biography.

Ladies of Letters Log On

Today 03:45 - 04:00

8/10. Can Irene get to the bottom of the story about her son? Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Write Stuff

Today 04:00 - 04:30

6/6. James Walton's literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Louise Doughty and Imogen Stubbs. From June 2000.

Alison and Maud

Today 04:30 - 05:00

3/6. B&B landlady Maud comes up trumps in the middle of the night. Stars Denise Coffey and Miriam Margolyes. From December 2002.

A Fair Exchange

Today 05:00 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. A naval officer's body is found in the Firth of Forth. Was it an accident, suicide or something sinister? Stars Martin Jarvis.

A Matter of Honour

Today 06:00 - 06:30

6/7. Adam Scott's discovered why Russia and America are so anxious to obtain the document inside the Tsar's Icon. Stars Michael York.

Around The World in Eighty Days

Today 06:30 - 07:00

3/4. Passepartout sets off for Japan without his friends. How will Phileas Fogg and Aouda catch up with him? Stars Leslie Phillips.

A Whole New Ball Game

Today 07:00 - 07:30

2/6. West Bromwich offer Robert a trial, but Father Benedict doesn't want to lose him. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From 1994.

Give Or Take

Today 07:30 - 08:00

7/8. Sam and Annabel are disturbed by an intruder. Is a burglar after their cash? Stars David Roper and Sharon Duce. From 1980.

Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train

Today 08:00 - 08:30

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. Alexei Sayle journeys from Nottingham to Skegness, breaking the golden rule by talking to fellow passengers. From 2024.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story

Today 08:30 - 08:45

4/5. Lionel Bart's musical 'Oliver!' opens to great acclaim. Alistair McGowan reads David and Caroline Stafford's biography.

Ladies of Letters Log On

Today 08:45 - 09:00

9/10. Vera's family works out their problems on live television. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Finlay Christie Is Younger Than You

Today 09:00 - 09:30

26 years old and Gen Z social media star, Finlay Christie makes his Radio 4 debut with a Stand-up Special on why Gen Z are the worst and also the best generation to save the world.

Inside Pages

Today 09:30 - 09:45

Ian Wylie goes to Hawick in the Scottish Borders to meet the editor of a thriving local newspaper. From 2023.

Daily Service

Today 09:45 - 10:00

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

Great Lives

Today 10:00 - 10:30

Gerald Scarfe, merciless cartoon satirist of political figures, chooses an icon who created icons: Walt Disney. From 2010.

A Gothic Cathedral

Today 10:30 - 11:00

Simon Fanshawe's story of Roget's Thesaurus, a retirement project of an eminent Victorian with a passion for order. From 1998.

A Matter of Honour

Today 11:00 - 11:30

6/7. Adam Scott's discovered why Russia and America are so anxious to obtain the document inside the Tsar's Icon. Stars Michael York.

Around The World in Eighty Days

Today 11:30 - 12:00

3/4. Passepartout sets off for Japan without his friends. How will Phileas Fogg and Aouda catch up with him? Stars Leslie Phillips.

A Whole New Ball Game

Today 12:00 - 12:30

2/6. West Bromwich offer Robert a trial, but Father Benedict doesn't want to lose him. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From 1994.

Give Or Take

Today 12:30 - 13:00

7/8. Sam and Annabel are disturbed by an intruder. Is a burglar after their cash? Stars David Roper and Sharon Duce. From 1980.

Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train

Today 13:00 - 13:30

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. Alexei Sayle journeys from Nottingham to Skegness, breaking the golden rule by talking to fellow passengers. From 2024.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story

Today 13:30 - 13:45

4/5. Lionel Bart's musical 'Oliver!' opens to great acclaim. Alistair McGowan reads David and Caroline Stafford's biography.

Ladies of Letters Log On

Today 13:45 - 14:00

9/10. Vera's family works out their problems on live television. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Foul Play

Today 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. Crime writers Lady Antonia Fraser and Anthony Price probe the death of a top jockey. Chaired by Simon Brett. From 1997.

HR

Today 14:30 - 15:00

5/6. Some redecoration prompts a bout of soul-searching for Sam. Stars Nicholas Le Prevost and Jonathan Pryce. From September 2010.

A Criminal Practice

Today 15:00 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. Newly-qualified Matthew Larrabie joins his uncle's law firm. But it's far from what he hoped. Stars Anthony Jackson. From 1967.

Great Lives

Today 16:00 - 16:30

Gerald Scarfe, merciless cartoon satirist of political figures, chooses an icon who created icons: Walt Disney. From 2010.

A Gothic Cathedral

Today 16:30 - 17:00

Simon Fanshawe's story of Roget's Thesaurus, a retirement project of an eminent Victorian with a passion for order. From 1998.

A Matter of Honour

Today 17:00 - 17:30

6/7. Adam Scott's discovered why Russia and America are so anxious to obtain the document inside the Tsar's Icon. Stars Michael York.

Around The World in Eighty Days

Today 17:30 - 18:00

3/4. Passepartout sets off for Japan without his friends. How will Phileas Fogg and Aouda catch up with him? Stars Leslie Phillips.

A Whole New Ball Game

Today 18:00 - 18:30

2/6. West Bromwich offer Robert a trial, but Father Benedict doesn't want to lose him. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From 1994.

Give Or Take

Today 18:30 - 19:00

7/8. Sam and Annabel are disturbed by an intruder. Is a burglar after their cash? Stars David Roper and Sharon Duce. From 1980.

Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train

Today 19:00 - 19:30

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. Alexei Sayle journeys from Nottingham to Skegness, breaking the golden rule by talking to fellow passengers. From 2024.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story

Today 19:30 - 19:45

4/5. Lionel Bart's musical 'Oliver!' opens to great acclaim. Alistair McGowan reads David and Caroline Stafford's biography.

Ladies of Letters Log On

Today 19:45 - 20:00

9/10. Vera's family works out their problems on live television. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Foul Play

Today 20:00 - 20:30

1/6. Crime writers Lady Antonia Fraser and Anthony Price probe the death of a top jockey. Chaired by Simon Brett. From 1997.

HR

Today 20:30 - 21:00

5/6. Some redecoration prompts a bout of soul-searching for Sam. Stars Nicholas Le Prevost and Jonathan Pryce. From September 2010.

A Criminal Practice

Today 21:00 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. Newly-qualified Matthew Larrabie joins his uncle's law firm. But it's far from what he hoped. Stars Anthony Jackson. From 1967.

Finlay Christie Is Younger Than You

Today 22:00 - 22:30

26 years old and Gen Z social media star, Finlay Christie makes his Radio 4 debut with a Stand-up Special on why Gen Z are the worst and also the best generation to save the world.

Fab TV

Today 22:30 - 23:00

4/4. Number 48 wants to stay in the village - but they keep chucking him out! Stars Neil Mullarkey and John Irwin. From 1996.

Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section

Today 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. Radiators and Wayne Rooney. Alex Horne and his band explore the theme of home and leisure via music and comedy. From May 2014.

The Pin

Today 23:30 - 00:00

1/4. In a desperate bid not to be cut, Alex and Ben are determined to prove they can be educational. With Jo Enright. From 2017.

Fri Feb 13
Great Lives

Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:30

Gerald Scarfe, merciless cartoon satirist of political figures, chooses an icon who created icons: Walt Disney. From 2010.

A Gothic Cathedral

Tomorrow 00:30 - 01:00

Simon Fanshawe's story of Roget's Thesaurus, a retirement project of an eminent Victorian with a passion for order. From 1998.

A Matter of Honour

Tomorrow 01:00 - 01:30

6/7. Adam Scott's discovered why Russia and America are so anxious to obtain the document inside the Tsar's Icon. Stars Michael York.

Around The World in Eighty Days

Tomorrow 01:30 - 02:00

3/4. Passepartout sets off for Japan without his friends. How will Phileas Fogg and Aouda catch up with him? Stars Leslie Phillips.

A Whole New Ball Game

Tomorrow 02:00 - 02:30

2/6. West Bromwich offer Robert a trial, but Father Benedict doesn't want to lose him. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From 1994.

Give Or Take

Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:00

7/8. Sam and Annabel are disturbed by an intruder. Is a burglar after their cash? Stars David Roper and Sharon Duce. From 1980.

Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train

Tomorrow 03:00 - 03:30

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. Alexei Sayle journeys from Nottingham to Skegness, breaking the golden rule by talking to fellow passengers. From 2024.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story

Tomorrow 03:30 - 03:45

4/5. Lionel Bart's musical 'Oliver!' opens to great acclaim. Alistair McGowan reads David and Caroline Stafford's biography.

Ladies of Letters Log On

Tomorrow 03:45 - 04:00

9/10. Vera's family works out their problems on live television. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Foul Play

Tomorrow 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. Crime writers Lady Antonia Fraser and Anthony Price probe the death of a top jockey. Chaired by Simon Brett. From 1997.

HR

Tomorrow 04:30 - 05:00

5/6. Some redecoration prompts a bout of soul-searching for Sam. Stars Nicholas Le Prevost and Jonathan Pryce. From September 2010.

A Criminal Practice

Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. Newly-qualified Matthew Larrabie joins his uncle's law firm. But it's far from what he hoped. Stars Anthony Jackson. From 1967.

A Matter of Honour

Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:30

7/7. Adam Scott has escaped from the Russian embassy in Paris, little knowing that Romanov is on his trail. Stars Michael York.

Around The World in Eighty Days

Tomorrow 06:30 - 07:00

4/4. Phileas Fogg takes drastic action over the Atlantic, but will it get him to the Reform Club in time? Stars Leslie Phillips.

My Mammy and Me

Tomorrow 07:00 - 07:30

2/6. A door-to-door salesman is selling original art - but who does it actually belong to? Starring Kate Donnelly. From 1995.

Steptoe and Son

Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:00

7/8. A visitor brings Harold some unexpected news. Adapted from BBC TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From 1971.

Cooking in a Bedsitter

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

1/4. Romcom inspired by Katherine Whitehorn's cookery classic. Spring 1965. Trisha moves into a new bedsitter. Stars Eleanor Bron.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story

Tomorrow 08:30 - 08:45

5/5. The flop of 'Twang!' leaves Bart's reputation in tatters. Alistair McGowan concludes David and Caroline Stafford's biography.

Ladies of Letters Log On

Tomorrow 08:45 - 09:00

10/10. How will the relationship merry-go-round resolve itself? Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Dan Does Dating

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

4/4. Dan compares the first date he's on with how the first dates of his partnered-up friends went - or, at least, how they told him they went...

Inside Pages

Tomorrow 09:30 - 09:45

Ian's last visit is to Tavistock in Devon, a town with a strong community spirit but few opportunities for the young. From 2023.

Daily Service

Tomorrow 09:45 - 10:00

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

Soul Music

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. The hypnotic beauty of a Tin Pan Alley song made famous by 1950s doo wop group The Flamingos. From 2023.

Chant

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

Richard Coles explores a musical phenomenon, when a recording of monks singing Gregorian Chant became a global hit. From 2014.

A Matter of Honour

Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:30

7/7. Adam Scott has escaped from the Russian embassy in Paris, little knowing that Romanov is on his trail. Stars Michael York.

Around The World in Eighty Days

Tomorrow 11:30 - 12:00

4/4. Phileas Fogg takes drastic action over the Atlantic, but will it get him to the Reform Club in time? Stars Leslie Phillips.

My Mammy and Me

Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:30

2/6. A door-to-door salesman is selling original art - but who does it actually belong to? Starring Kate Donnelly. From 1995.

Steptoe and Son

Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:00

7/8. A visitor brings Harold some unexpected news. Adapted from BBC TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From 1971.

Cooking in a Bedsitter

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

1/4. Romcom inspired by Katherine Whitehorn's cookery classic. Spring 1965. Trisha moves into a new bedsitter. Stars Eleanor Bron.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story

Tomorrow 13:30 - 13:45

5/5. The flop of 'Twang!' leaves Bart's reputation in tatters. Alistair McGowan concludes David and Caroline Stafford's biography.

Ladies of Letters Log On

Tomorrow 13:45 - 14:00

10/10. How will the relationship merry-go-round resolve itself? Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

One Person Found This Helpful

Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:30

2/6. Were you pleased with your dodgy snowglobe or risky waffle? Show about online reviews with Frank Skinner. From February 2024.

A Short Gentleman

Tomorrow 14:30 - 15:00

1/4. Exams are no problem for Robert Purcell QC, but finding a girlfriend is. Stars Hugh Bonneville and Nichola McAuliffe. From 2012.

Child in a Dark Wood

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. Paris,1859: Caroline Sheridan Norton is reunited with her sons, years after losing custody of them. Stars Penelope Wilton.

Soul Music

Tomorrow 16:00 - 16:30

4 Extra Debut. The hypnotic beauty of a Tin Pan Alley song made famous by 1950s doo wop group The Flamingos. From 2023.

Chant

Tomorrow 16:30 - 17:00

Richard Coles explores a musical phenomenon, when a recording of monks singing Gregorian Chant became a global hit. From 2014.

A Matter of Honour

Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:30

7/7. Adam Scott has escaped from the Russian embassy in Paris, little knowing that Romanov is on his trail. Stars Michael York.

Around The World in Eighty Days

Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:00

4/4. Phileas Fogg takes drastic action over the Atlantic, but will it get him to the Reform Club in time? Stars Leslie Phillips.

My Mammy and Me

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

2/6. A door-to-door salesman is selling original art - but who does it actually belong to? Starring Kate Donnelly. From 1995.

Steptoe and Son

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

7/8. A visitor brings Harold some unexpected news. Adapted from BBC TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From 1971.

Cooking in a Bedsitter

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

1/4. Romcom inspired by Katherine Whitehorn's cookery classic. Spring 1965. Trisha moves into a new bedsitter. Stars Eleanor Bron.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story

Tomorrow 19:30 - 19:45

5/5. The flop of 'Twang!' leaves Bart's reputation in tatters. Alistair McGowan concludes David and Caroline Stafford's biography.

Ladies of Letters Log On

Tomorrow 19:45 - 20:00

10/10. How will the relationship merry-go-round resolve itself? Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

One Person Found This Helpful

Tomorrow 20:00 - 20:30

2/6. Were you pleased with your dodgy snowglobe or risky waffle? Show about online reviews with Frank Skinner. From February 2024.

A Short Gentleman

Tomorrow 20:30 - 21:00

1/4. Exams are no problem for Robert Purcell QC, but finding a girlfriend is. Stars Hugh Bonneville and Nichola McAuliffe. From 2012.

Child in a Dark Wood

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. Paris,1859: Caroline Sheridan Norton is reunited with her sons, years after losing custody of them. Stars Penelope Wilton.

Dan Does Dating

Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30

4/4. Dan compares the first date he's on with how the first dates of his partnered-up friends went - or, at least, how they told him they went...

Four Sleepless Knights

Tomorrow 22:30 - 22:45

4/4. Something strange is occurring at Radio 4. A lost voice is roaming the airwaves. Adventures in insomnia with Toby Jones. From 2004.

Life With Lederer

Tomorrow 22:45 - 23:00

4/5. Cookbook and bottle in hand, Helen Lederer nervously prepares a supper party. With Malcolm Raeburn. From September 1990.

The Masterson Inheritance

Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. The improvised historical family saga's two-part romp about a Victorian travelling circus. With Josie Lawrence. From July 1995.

The Mark Steel Lecture

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00

1/4. Soldier statesman, Oliver Cromwell kicks off the radical comic's profile of key English historical figures. From 1999.

Sat Feb 14
Soul Music

Saturday 00:00 - 00:30

4 Extra Debut. The hypnotic beauty of a Tin Pan Alley song made famous by 1950s doo wop group The Flamingos. From 2023.

Chant

Saturday 00:30 - 01:00

Richard Coles explores a musical phenomenon, when a recording of monks singing Gregorian Chant became a global hit. From 2014.

A Matter of Honour

Saturday 01:00 - 01:30

7/7. Adam Scott has escaped from the Russian embassy in Paris, little knowing that Romanov is on his trail. Stars Michael York.

Around The World in Eighty Days

Saturday 01:30 - 02:00

4/4. Phileas Fogg takes drastic action over the Atlantic, but will it get him to the Reform Club in time? Stars Leslie Phillips.

My Mammy and Me

Saturday 02:00 - 02:30

2/6. A door-to-door salesman is selling original art - but who does it actually belong to? Starring Kate Donnelly. From 1995.

Steptoe and Son

Saturday 02:30 - 03:00

7/8. A visitor brings Harold some unexpected news. Adapted from BBC TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From 1971.

Cooking in a Bedsitter

Saturday 03:00 - 03:30

1/4. Romcom inspired by Katherine Whitehorn's cookery classic. Spring 1965. Trisha moves into a new bedsitter. Stars Eleanor Bron.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story

Saturday 03:30 - 03:45

5/5. The flop of 'Twang!' leaves Bart's reputation in tatters. Alistair McGowan concludes David and Caroline Stafford's biography.

Ladies of Letters Log On

Saturday 03:45 - 04:00

10/10. How will the relationship merry-go-round resolve itself? Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

One Person Found This Helpful

Saturday 04:00 - 04:30

2/6. Were you pleased with your dodgy snowglobe or risky waffle? Show about online reviews with Frank Skinner. From February 2024.

A Short Gentleman

Saturday 04:30 - 05:00

1/4. Exams are no problem for Robert Purcell QC, but finding a girlfriend is. Stars Hugh Bonneville and Nichola McAuliffe. From 2012.

Child in a Dark Wood

Saturday 05:00 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. Paris,1859: Caroline Sheridan Norton is reunited with her sons, years after losing custody of them. Stars Penelope Wilton.

The Plough and the Stars

Saturday 06:00 - 08:15

4 Extra Debut. The dramatic impact of 1916's Easter Rising on a group of tenement dwellers in Dublin. Stars Elaine Cassidy and Padraic Delaney.

My Dear Bessie

Saturday 08:15 - 09:00

A Second World War love story in letters between a soldier and an interpreter. Stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Louise Brealey.

Love Cuts: A Valentine From John Hegley

Saturday 09:00 - 09:30

4 Extra Debut. Poet John Hegley gets romantic, with songs, verse and a real-life encounter with his schoolboy crush - 38 years on. From 2005.

The Navy Lark

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

Monstrous goings on when the crew of HMS Troutbridge hit Scotland. Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From July 1971.

Conversation Extra: Hunting The Philistines - Sir Harold Acton

Saturday 10:00 - 10:45

Writer and aesthete Sir Harold Acton talks about gifted contemporaries at Eton and Oxford and his years in China. From 1979.

Sir John Betjeman - Yours Til Death

Saturday 10:45 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. Excerpts of the letters of Sir John Betjeman reveal a tricky relationship with the BBC. Presented by Stephen Games. From 2006.

The Plough and the Stars

Saturday 11:00 - 13:15

4 Extra Debut. The dramatic impact of 1916's Easter Rising on a group of tenement dwellers in Dublin. Stars Elaine Cassidy and Padraic Delaney.

My Dear Bessie

Saturday 13:15 - 14:00

A Second World War love story in letters between a soldier and an interpreter. Stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Louise Brealey.

Love Cuts: A Valentine From John Hegley

Saturday 14:00 - 14:30

4 Extra Debut. Poet John Hegley gets romantic, with songs, verse and a real-life encounter with his schoolboy crush - 38 years on. From 2005.

The Navy Lark

Saturday 14:30 - 15:00

Monstrous goings on when the crew of HMS Troutbridge hit Scotland. Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From July 1971.

Conversation Extra: Hunting The Philistines - Sir Harold Acton

Saturday 15:00 - 15:45

Writer and aesthete Sir Harold Acton talks about gifted contemporaries at Eton and Oxford and his years in China. From 1979.

Sir John Betjeman - Yours Til Death

Saturday 15:45 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. Excerpts of the letters of Sir John Betjeman reveal a tricky relationship with the BBC. Presented by Stephen Games. From 2006.

Fridays When It Rains

Saturday 16:00 - 16:45

A man tells a ghostly tale of obsession and vengeance on a late-night steam train trip. Stars Clive Swift and Lyndsey Marshal.

The Rat King

Saturday 16:45 - 17:00

Unnerving, macabre retelling of the Pied Piper story by John Connolly. Read by Peter Marinker.

The Plough and the Stars

Saturday 17:00 - 19:15

4 Extra Debut. The dramatic impact of 1916's Easter Rising on a group of tenement dwellers in Dublin. Stars Elaine Cassidy and Padraic Delaney.

My Dear Bessie

Saturday 19:15 - 20:00

A Second World War love story in letters between a soldier and an interpreter. Stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Louise Brealey.

Love Cuts: A Valentine From John Hegley

Saturday 20:00 - 20:30

4 Extra Debut. Poet John Hegley gets romantic, with songs, verse and a real-life encounter with his schoolboy crush - 38 years on. From 2005.

The Navy Lark

Saturday 20:30 - 21:00

Monstrous goings on when the crew of HMS Troutbridge hit Scotland. Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From July 1971.

Conversation Extra: Hunting The Philistines - Sir Harold Acton

Saturday 21:00 - 21:45

Writer and aesthete Sir Harold Acton talks about gifted contemporaries at Eton and Oxford and his years in China. From 1979.

Sir John Betjeman - Yours Til Death

Saturday 21:45 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. Excerpts of the letters of Sir John Betjeman reveal a tricky relationship with the BBC. Presented by Stephen Games. From 2006.

4 at the Store

Saturday 22:00 - 22:30

2/4. Stand-up at London's Comedy Store, with host Simon Bligh, John Mann, Marian Unfaithful and Paul Tonkinson. From December 1998.

Fred At The Stand

Saturday 22:30 - 23:00

2/8. Fred MacAulay with more stand-up comedy from Edinburgh: Jamie MacDonald, Jo Caulfield, Funmbi Omotayo and Paul Foot. From 2017.

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups

Saturday 23:00 - 23:30

3/4. Tom's annoyed his parents don't trust him - with his own car or sister. Can he prove them wrong? With Kate Anthony. From 2013.

Radio Active

Saturday 23:30 - 00:00

6/8. The station pays tribute to the sensational life of celebrated actor Sir John Lesley. Stars Angus Deayton. From August 1984.

Sun Feb 15
Fridays When It Rains

Sunday 00:00 - 00:45

A man tells a ghostly tale of obsession and vengeance on a late-night steam train trip. Stars Clive Swift and Lyndsey Marshal.

The Rat King

Sunday 00:45 - 01:00

Unnerving, macabre retelling of the Pied Piper story by John Connolly. Read by Peter Marinker.

The Plough and the Stars

Sunday 01:00 - 03:15

4 Extra Debut. The dramatic impact of 1916's Easter Rising on a group of tenement dwellers in Dublin. Stars Elaine Cassidy and Padraic Delaney.

My Dear Bessie

Sunday 03:15 - 04:00

A Second World War love story in letters between a soldier and an interpreter. Stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Louise Brealey.

Love Cuts: A Valentine From John Hegley

Sunday 04:00 - 04:30

4 Extra Debut. Poet John Hegley gets romantic, with songs, verse and a real-life encounter with his schoolboy crush - 38 years on. From 2005.

The Navy Lark

Sunday 04:30 - 05:00

Monstrous goings on when the crew of HMS Troutbridge hit Scotland. Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From July 1971.

Conversation Extra: Hunting The Philistines - Sir Harold Acton

Sunday 05:00 - 05:45

Writer and aesthete Sir Harold Acton talks about gifted contemporaries at Eton and Oxford and his years in China. From 1979.

Sir John Betjeman - Yours Til Death

Sunday 05:45 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. Excerpts of the letters of Sir John Betjeman reveal a tricky relationship with the BBC. Presented by Stephen Games. From 2006.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 06:00 - 06:45

From John McCormack to Lou Reed. Interviewer and journalist Lynn Barber shares her castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2010.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 06:45 - 07:00

The famous naturalist muses on the largest known egg laid by a giant bird on the island of Madagascar. From 2009.

Poetry Extra: Every Little Touch

Sunday 07:00 - 07:30

Daljit Nagra selects Every Little Touch - on the importance of hugs and handshakes. Presented by writer Noo Saro-Wiwa. From 2020.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story (Omnibus)

Sunday 07:30 - 08:40

From the East End to Oliver! and stardom. Alistair McGowan reads David and Caroline Stafford's biography of composer Lionel Bart.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 08:40 - 08:50

New Zealand's former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern chooses Under the Boardwalk by The Drifters and Hope by Fat Freddy's Drop.

Ladies of Letters Log On (Omnibus)

Sunday 08:50 - 10:00

2/2. Vera and Irene are hosting a live, cable TV chat show together. With Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Al Read Classics

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Al Read entertains with sketches and jokes about British life including dustbin and railway chaos. With Kenny Ball. From 1976.

Take It From Here

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

Will Eth manage to triumph in her plans to wed Ron Glum? Stars Dick Bentley, Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From May 1955.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 11:00 - 11:45

From John McCormack to Lou Reed. Interviewer and journalist Lynn Barber shares her castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2010.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 11:45 - 12:00

The famous naturalist muses on the largest known egg laid by a giant bird on the island of Madagascar. From 2009.

Poetry Extra: Every Little Touch

Sunday 12:00 - 12:30

Daljit Nagra selects Every Little Touch - on the importance of hugs and handshakes. Presented by writer Noo Saro-Wiwa. From 2020.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story (Omnibus)

Sunday 12:30 - 13:40

From the East End to Oliver! and stardom. Alistair McGowan reads David and Caroline Stafford's biography of composer Lionel Bart.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 13:40 - 13:50

New Zealand's former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern chooses Under the Boardwalk by The Drifters and Hope by Fat Freddy's Drop.

Ladies of Letters Log On (Omnibus)

Sunday 13:50 - 15:00

2/2. Vera and Irene are hosting a live, cable TV chat show together. With Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Al Read Classics

Sunday 15:00 - 15:30

4 Extra Debut. Al Read entertains with sketches and jokes about British life including dustbin and railway chaos. With Kenny Ball. From 1976.

Take It From Here

Sunday 15:30 - 16:00

Will Eth manage to triumph in her plans to wed Ron Glum? Stars Dick Bentley, Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From May 1955.

Scramble

Sunday 16:00 - 16:30

3/3. Racing against time, Mel battles to use music to thwart a crucial government project. Stars Clare Corbett and Christian Rodska.

The Slide

Sunday 16:30 - 17:00

1/7. Tremors threaten a new town in Kent - but the bigger subterranean peril is yet to emerge. Stars Roger Delgado. From 1966.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 17:00 - 17:45

From John McCormack to Lou Reed. Interviewer and journalist Lynn Barber shares her castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2010.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 17:45 - 18:00

The famous naturalist muses on the largest known egg laid by a giant bird on the island of Madagascar. From 2009.

Poetry Extra: Every Little Touch

Sunday 18:00 - 18:30

Daljit Nagra selects Every Little Touch - on the importance of hugs and handshakes. Presented by writer Noo Saro-Wiwa. From 2020.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story (Omnibus)

Sunday 18:30 - 19:40

From the East End to Oliver! and stardom. Alistair McGowan reads David and Caroline Stafford's biography of composer Lionel Bart.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 19:40 - 19:50

New Zealand's former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern chooses Under the Boardwalk by The Drifters and Hope by Fat Freddy's Drop.

Ladies of Letters Log On (Omnibus)

Sunday 19:50 - 21:00

2/2. Vera and Irene are hosting a live, cable TV chat show together. With Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Al Read Classics

Sunday 21:00 - 21:30

4 Extra Debut. Al Read entertains with sketches and jokes about British life including dustbin and railway chaos. With Kenny Ball. From 1976.

Take It From Here

Sunday 21:30 - 22:00

Will Eth manage to triumph in her plans to wed Ron Glum? Stars Dick Bentley, Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From May 1955.

Clare in the Community

Sunday 22:00 - 22:30

5/6. The social worker has a new student - with a useful army background. Stars Sally Phillips and Alex Lowe. From January 2007.

The Nick Revell Show

Sunday 22:30 - 23:00

3/6. Preparing for his old flame's nuptials, the writer seethes over the way she dumped him. With Doon MacKichan. From June 1993.

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Sunday 23:00 - 23:30

4/6. Anthony is thrilled to be best man at a wedding, but Damien is not inclined to share his joy. Stars Miles Jupp. From February 2013.

Hearing With Hegley

Sunday 23:30 - 23:45

8/8. John Hegley with poems dedicated to privacy and paper plane proposals. With Nigel Piper and the Popticians. From October 1998.

Bunk Bed

Sunday 23:45 - 00:00

8/8. All tucked up, the trio discuss a shared mistrust of dolphins. With Patrick Marber, Peter Curran and guest Andi Oliver. From 2022.

Mon Feb 16
Scramble

Monday 00:00 - 00:30

3/3. Racing against time, Mel battles to use music to thwart a crucial government project. Stars Clare Corbett and Christian Rodska.

The Slide

Monday 00:30 - 01:00

1/7. Tremors threaten a new town in Kent - but the bigger subterranean peril is yet to emerge. Stars Roger Delgado. From 1966.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Monday 01:00 - 01:45

From John McCormack to Lou Reed. Interviewer and journalist Lynn Barber shares her castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2010.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Monday 01:45 - 02:00

The famous naturalist muses on the largest known egg laid by a giant bird on the island of Madagascar. From 2009.

Poetry Extra: Every Little Touch

Monday 02:00 - 02:30

Daljit Nagra selects Every Little Touch - on the importance of hugs and handshakes. Presented by writer Noo Saro-Wiwa. From 2020.

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be: The Lionel Bart Story (Omnibus)

Monday 02:30 - 03:40

From the East End to Oliver! and stardom. Alistair McGowan reads David and Caroline Stafford's biography of composer Lionel Bart.

Inheritance Tracks

Monday 03:40 - 03:50

New Zealand's former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern chooses Under the Boardwalk by The Drifters and Hope by Fat Freddy's Drop.

Ladies of Letters Log On (Omnibus)

Monday 03:50 - 05:00

2/2. Vera and Irene are hosting a live, cable TV chat show together. With Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Al Read Classics

Monday 05:00 - 05:30

4 Extra Debut. Al Read entertains with sketches and jokes about British life including dustbin and railway chaos. With Kenny Ball. From 1976.

Take It From Here

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

Will Eth manage to triumph in her plans to wed Ron Glum? Stars Dick Bentley, Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From May 1955.

Three Act Tragedy

Monday 06:00 - 06:30

1/5. Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot is at a party as a clergyman dies sipping a cocktail. Agatha Christie whodunnit with John Moffatt.

Frenchman's Creek

Monday 06:30 - 07:00

1/6. Ducking London society life, Lady Dona St Columb finds passion and adventure in Cornwall. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Home Again

Monday 07:00 - 07:30

1/6. Fulton Jones alarms his wife and children when he returns after an absence of 20 years. Stars Robin Bailey. From June 1980.

Dad's Army

Monday 07:30 - 08:00

8/20. When a light shines out in a blackout, Hodges hauls Mainwaring to court. Adapted from TV with Arthur Lowe. From April 1975.

Ellie Taylor's Safe Space

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

4/4. Ellie Taylor shares controversial views on her hatred of holidays - why even go? With travel editor Simon Calder. From 2021.

My Judy Garland Life

Monday 08:30 - 08:45

1/5. How The Wizard of Oz sparked a lifelong passion for the Hollywood star in Lucian Freud's daughter. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Monday 08:45 - 09:00

1/5. Springtime brings more rivalry as Vera and Irene's mutual suitor falls ill. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Just a Minute

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

2/6. Paul explains what he last cooked for Sue, and everyone dusts up on their French.

Agatha Christie: A Very Elusive Woman by Lucy Worsley

Monday 09:30 - 09:45

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. A shattering end for a secure childhood. Lucy Worsley begins her account of Agatha Christie's extraordinary life. From 2022.

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 Father Paschal Uche.

And the Academy Award Goes to...

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

2/4. Paul Gambaccini on Best Picture Oscar for Norman Jewison's In The Heat of the Night, starring Sidney Poitier. From 2013. Contains language which some may find offensive.

James and the Giant Eagle

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

In the rainforest canopy, James Aldred encounters one of the world's most powerful birds of prey, the Harpy Eagle. From 2011.

Three Act Tragedy

Monday 11:00 - 11:30

1/5. Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot is at a party as a clergyman dies sipping a cocktail. Agatha Christie whodunnit with John Moffatt.

Frenchman's Creek

Monday 11:30 - 12:00

1/6. Ducking London society life, Lady Dona St Columb finds passion and adventure in Cornwall. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Home Again

Monday 12:00 - 12:30

1/6. Fulton Jones alarms his wife and children when he returns after an absence of 20 years. Stars Robin Bailey. From June 1980.

Dad's Army

Monday 12:30 - 13:00

8/20. When a light shines out in a blackout, Hodges hauls Mainwaring to court. Adapted from TV with Arthur Lowe. From April 1975.

Ellie Taylor's Safe Space

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

4/4. Ellie Taylor shares controversial views on her hatred of holidays - why even go? With travel editor Simon Calder. From 2021.

My Judy Garland Life

Monday 13:30 - 13:45

1/5. How The Wizard of Oz sparked a lifelong passion for the Hollywood star in Lucian Freud's daughter. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Monday 13:45 - 14:00

1/5. Springtime brings more rivalry as Vera and Irene's mutual suitor falls ill. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Many A Slip

Monday 14:00 - 14:30

Roy Plomley chairs as Eleanor Summerfield, Gillian Reynolds, David Nixon and Tim Rice compete to spot mistakes. From 1978.

Married

Monday 14:30 - 15:00

3/6. With Robin's universes collided, the King's ex-lover drops in. Stars Hugh Bonneville and Julian Clary. From September 2001.

Legacy

Monday 15:00 - 15:45

1/2. 4 Extra Debut. Dan and Rachel's search for an heir to an unclaimed estate leads them to the 1950's Kenyan Mau Mau rebellion. Stars William Ash.

Short Works

Monday 15:45 - 16:00

Someone is watching over Sofie... An original short story read by Richard Elfyn.

And the Academy Award Goes to...

Monday 16:00 - 16:30

2/4. Paul Gambaccini on Best Picture Oscar for Norman Jewison's In The Heat of the Night, starring Sidney Poitier. From 2013. Contains language which some may find offensive.

James and the Giant Eagle

Monday 16:30 - 17:00

In the rainforest canopy, James Aldred encounters one of the world's most powerful birds of prey, the Harpy Eagle. From 2011.

Three Act Tragedy

Monday 17:00 - 17:30

1/5. Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot is at a party as a clergyman dies sipping a cocktail. Agatha Christie whodunnit with John Moffatt.

Frenchman's Creek

Monday 17:30 - 18:00

1/6. Ducking London society life, Lady Dona St Columb finds passion and adventure in Cornwall. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Home Again

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

1/6. Fulton Jones alarms his wife and children when he returns after an absence of 20 years. Stars Robin Bailey. From June 1980.

Dad's Army

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

8/20. When a light shines out in a blackout, Hodges hauls Mainwaring to court. Adapted from TV with Arthur Lowe. From April 1975.

Ellie Taylor's Safe Space

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

4/4. Ellie Taylor shares controversial views on her hatred of holidays - why even go? With travel editor Simon Calder. From 2021.

My Judy Garland Life

Monday 19:30 - 19:45

1/5. How The Wizard of Oz sparked a lifelong passion for the Hollywood star in Lucian Freud's daughter. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Monday 19:45 - 20:00

1/5. Springtime brings more rivalry as Vera and Irene's mutual suitor falls ill. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Many A Slip

Monday 20:00 - 20:30

Roy Plomley chairs as Eleanor Summerfield, Gillian Reynolds, David Nixon and Tim Rice compete to spot mistakes. From 1978.

Married

Monday 20:30 - 21:00

3/6. With Robin's universes collided, the King's ex-lover drops in. Stars Hugh Bonneville and Julian Clary. From September 2001.

Legacy

Monday 21:00 - 21:45

1/2. 4 Extra Debut. Dan and Rachel's search for an heir to an unclaimed estate leads them to the 1950's Kenyan Mau Mau rebellion. Stars William Ash.

Short Works

Monday 21:45 - 22:00

Someone is watching over Sofie... An original short story read by Richard Elfyn.

Just a Minute

Monday 22:00 - 22:30

2/6. Paul explains what he last cooked for Sue, and everyone dusts up on their French.

The Routemasters

Monday 22:30 - 23:00

2/4. The time travellers hit 19th-century Austria, with Sigmund Freud set to reveal his views on telepathy. Stars Amanda Donohoe.

The News Quiz

Monday 23:00 - 23:30

6/8. Andy Zaltzman is joined by Alasdair Beckett-King, Rachel Fairburn, Stephen Bush and Mhairi Black to break down the week in news.

The Museum of Everything

Monday 23:30 - 00:00

2/6. With exhibits ranging from Robin Hood to tribute bands' Mock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame. Stars Marcus Brigstocke. From March 2004.

Tue Feb 17
And the Academy Award Goes to...

Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30

2/4. Paul Gambaccini on Best Picture Oscar for Norman Jewison's In The Heat of the Night, starring Sidney Poitier. From 2013. Contains language which some may find offensive.

James and the Giant Eagle

Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00

In the rainforest canopy, James Aldred encounters one of the world's most powerful birds of prey, the Harpy Eagle. From 2011.

Three Act Tragedy

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:30

1/5. Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot is at a party as a clergyman dies sipping a cocktail. Agatha Christie whodunnit with John Moffatt.

Frenchman's Creek

Tuesday 01:30 - 02:00

1/6. Ducking London society life, Lady Dona St Columb finds passion and adventure in Cornwall. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Home Again

Tuesday 02:00 - 02:30

1/6. Fulton Jones alarms his wife and children when he returns after an absence of 20 years. Stars Robin Bailey. From June 1980.

Dad's Army

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

8/20. When a light shines out in a blackout, Hodges hauls Mainwaring to court. Adapted from TV with Arthur Lowe. From April 1975.

Ellie Taylor's Safe Space

Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30

4/4. Ellie Taylor shares controversial views on her hatred of holidays - why even go? With travel editor Simon Calder. From 2021.

My Judy Garland Life

Tuesday 03:30 - 03:45

1/5. How The Wizard of Oz sparked a lifelong passion for the Hollywood star in Lucian Freud's daughter. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Tuesday 03:45 - 04:00

1/5. Springtime brings more rivalry as Vera and Irene's mutual suitor falls ill. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Many A Slip

Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30

Roy Plomley chairs as Eleanor Summerfield, Gillian Reynolds, David Nixon and Tim Rice compete to spot mistakes. From 1978.

Married

Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00

3/6. With Robin's universes collided, the King's ex-lover drops in. Stars Hugh Bonneville and Julian Clary. From September 2001.

Legacy

Tuesday 05:00 - 05:45

1/2. 4 Extra Debut. Dan and Rachel's search for an heir to an unclaimed estate leads them to the 1950's Kenyan Mau Mau rebellion. Stars William Ash.

Short Works

Tuesday 05:45 - 06:00

Someone is watching over Sofie... An original short story read by Richard Elfyn.

Three Act Tragedy

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:30

2/5. Hercule Poirot is now on the Riviera in Monte Carlo, but death appears to be following him. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

Frenchman's Creek

Tuesday 06:30 - 07:00

2/6. Lady Dona St Columb is captivated by French pirate Jean-Benoit terrorizing the Cornish coast. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Oh Mother!

Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30

Beverley's on a diet. Will her mum Nelly be inspired to join her? Stars Mollie Sugden and Patricia Brake. From 1980.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00

13/17. Neddie Seagoon gets a bank job, but is it wise to put him in charge of the gold vault? Stars Spike Milligan. From January 1959.

Jack & Millie

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

3/4. Jack and Millie discover the 11th commandment - thou shalt not try and please a son's scary ex-girlfriend. From 2018.

My Judy Garland Life

Tuesday 08:30 - 08:45

2/5. Susie Boyt compares her Freud family Christmases to the sometimes difficult childhood of her heroine. Read by Tamsin Grieg.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Tuesday 08:45 - 09:00

2/5. Wires get crossed as the emails fly. Meanwhile, poor Edward is in hospital. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

You Heard It Here First

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

5/6. Chris McCausland asks a panel of comedians to live in an audio only world. With Lou Sanders, John Tothill, Kerry Godliman and Pete Wicks.

Agatha Christie: A Very Elusive Woman by Lucy Worsley

Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45

2/5. Agatha finds herself a dashing husband, and turns her hand to writing a detective novel. Written and read by Lucy Worsley.

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 Ann Easter.

A Good Read

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

Sophie Hannah, Viv Groskop and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Agatha Christie, Mikhail Bulgakov and Eileen Atkins. From 2022.

The Hunt For The Hum

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

Comedian Bill Bailey asks the experts why low frequency noise can cause problems for both humans and whales. From 2007.

Three Act Tragedy

Tuesday 11:00 - 11:30

2/5. Hercule Poirot is now on the Riviera in Monte Carlo, but death appears to be following him. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

Frenchman's Creek

Tuesday 11:30 - 12:00

2/6. Lady Dona St Columb is captivated by French pirate Jean-Benoit terrorizing the Cornish coast. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Oh Mother!

Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30

Beverley's on a diet. Will her mum Nelly be inspired to join her? Stars Mollie Sugden and Patricia Brake. From 1980.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00

13/17. Neddie Seagoon gets a bank job, but is it wise to put him in charge of the gold vault? Stars Spike Milligan. From January 1959.

Jack & Millie

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

3/4. Jack and Millie discover the 11th commandment - thou shalt not try and please a son's scary ex-girlfriend. From 2018.

My Judy Garland Life

Tuesday 13:30 - 13:45

2/5. Susie Boyt compares her Freud family Christmases to the sometimes difficult childhood of her heroine. Read by Tamsin Grieg.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00

2/5. Wires get crossed as the emails fly. Meanwhile, poor Edward is in hospital. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Hidden Treasures

Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30

5/8. The antiques quiz visits the Syon House, London. With Lars Tharp, John Bly and Jane Hay. From May 1998.

Says on the Tin

Tuesday 14:30 - 15:00

2/6. American ad man Eliott Thurber struggles to promote a new brand of gourmet pet food. Stars Michael Brandon. From January 2009.

Legacy

Tuesday 15:00 - 15:45

2/2. Dan and Rachel's search for an heir to an unclaimed estate leads them to 1980's East Berlin. Stars Jo Hartley.

Short Works

Tuesday 15:45 - 16:00

Food and farming appear to have become the heart of Megan and Gordon's long marriage. But is that enough? Read by Sharon Morgan.

A Good Read

Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

Sophie Hannah, Viv Groskop and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Agatha Christie, Mikhail Bulgakov and Eileen Atkins. From 2022.

The Hunt For The Hum

Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00

Comedian Bill Bailey asks the experts why low frequency noise can cause problems for both humans and whales. From 2007.

Three Act Tragedy

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:30

2/5. Hercule Poirot is now on the Riviera in Monte Carlo, but death appears to be following him. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

Frenchman's Creek

Tuesday 17:30 - 18:00

2/6. Lady Dona St Columb is captivated by French pirate Jean-Benoit terrorizing the Cornish coast. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Oh Mother!

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

Beverley's on a diet. Will her mum Nelly be inspired to join her? Stars Mollie Sugden and Patricia Brake. From 1980.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

13/17. Neddie Seagoon gets a bank job, but is it wise to put him in charge of the gold vault? Stars Spike Milligan. From January 1959.

Jack & Millie

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

3/4. Jack and Millie discover the 11th commandment - thou shalt not try and please a son's scary ex-girlfriend. From 2018.

My Judy Garland Life

Tuesday 19:30 - 19:45

2/5. Susie Boyt compares her Freud family Christmases to the sometimes difficult childhood of her heroine. Read by Tamsin Grieg.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Tuesday 19:45 - 20:00

2/5. Wires get crossed as the emails fly. Meanwhile, poor Edward is in hospital. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Hidden Treasures

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30

5/8. The antiques quiz visits the Syon House, London. With Lars Tharp, John Bly and Jane Hay. From May 1998.

Says on the Tin

Tuesday 20:30 - 21:00

2/6. American ad man Eliott Thurber struggles to promote a new brand of gourmet pet food. Stars Michael Brandon. From January 2009.

Legacy

Tuesday 21:00 - 21:45

2/2. Dan and Rachel's search for an heir to an unclaimed estate leads them to 1980's East Berlin. Stars Jo Hartley.

Short Works

Tuesday 21:45 - 22:00

Food and farming appear to have become the heart of Megan and Gordon's long marriage. But is that enough? Read by Sharon Morgan.

You Heard It Here First

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30

5/6. Chris McCausland asks a panel of comedians to live in an audio only world. With Lou Sanders, John Tothill, Kerry Godliman and Pete Wicks.

Goodness Gracious Me

Tuesday 22:30 - 22:55

4/4. A dizzy Indian ad agency, a lovesick lament to Lahore, and the blundering Bhangra Muffins. Stars Meera Syal. From August 1997.

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. Plus Lou Conran speaks to comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri.

Susan Calman - Keep Calman Carry On

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30

4/4. Susan Calman learns how to unwind by visiting the Scottish National Portrait Gallery with Phill Jupitus. From 2016.

Will Smith Presents The Tao of Bergerac

Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00

4/4. Will is bullied by Russian builders and tries to interview a stunt man. Can his favourite TV detective help? From August 2007.

Wed Feb 18
A Good Read

Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30

Sophie Hannah, Viv Groskop and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Agatha Christie, Mikhail Bulgakov and Eileen Atkins. From 2022.

The Hunt For The Hum

Wednesday 00:30 - 01:00

Comedian Bill Bailey asks the experts why low frequency noise can cause problems for both humans and whales. From 2007.

Three Act Tragedy

Wednesday 01:00 - 01:30

2/5. Hercule Poirot is now on the Riviera in Monte Carlo, but death appears to be following him. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

Frenchman's Creek

Wednesday 01:30 - 02:00

2/6. Lady Dona St Columb is captivated by French pirate Jean-Benoit terrorizing the Cornish coast. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Oh Mother!

Wednesday 02:00 - 02:30

Beverley's on a diet. Will her mum Nelly be inspired to join her? Stars Mollie Sugden and Patricia Brake. From 1980.

The Goon Show

Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00

13/17. Neddie Seagoon gets a bank job, but is it wise to put him in charge of the gold vault? Stars Spike Milligan. From January 1959.

Jack & Millie

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:30

3/4. Jack and Millie discover the 11th commandment - thou shalt not try and please a son's scary ex-girlfriend. From 2018.

My Judy Garland Life

Wednesday 03:30 - 03:45

2/5. Susie Boyt compares her Freud family Christmases to the sometimes difficult childhood of her heroine. Read by Tamsin Grieg.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00

2/5. Wires get crossed as the emails fly. Meanwhile, poor Edward is in hospital. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Hidden Treasures

Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30

5/8. The antiques quiz visits the Syon House, London. With Lars Tharp, John Bly and Jane Hay. From May 1998.

Says on the Tin

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00

2/6. American ad man Eliott Thurber struggles to promote a new brand of gourmet pet food. Stars Michael Brandon. From January 2009.

Legacy

Wednesday 05:00 - 05:45

2/2. Dan and Rachel's search for an heir to an unclaimed estate leads them to 1980's East Berlin. Stars Jo Hartley.

Short Works

Wednesday 05:45 - 06:00

Food and farming appear to have become the heart of Megan and Gordon's long marriage. But is that enough? Read by Sharon Morgan.

Three Act Tragedy

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:30

3/5. Hercule Poirot re-enters the mystery deaths investigation, to the relief of all involved. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

Frenchman's Creek

Wednesday 06:30 - 07:00

3/6. Disguised as a cabin boy, Lady Dona St Columb sets sail with her dashing French pirate. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Little Blighty on the Down

Wednesday 07:00 - 07:30

1/5. Mrs Roberts has fallen from power and Mr Barnum is the new council leader. Political satire with John Baddeley. From July 1991.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00

12/14. Laid up with a broken leg, the Lad soon regrets Sid and Bill's visit. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From December 1959.

Reluctant Persuaders

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

1/6. The staff of Hardacre's ad agency have been managing well without Rupert Hardacre who is missing. Stars Nigel Havers. From 2021.

My Judy Garland Life

Wednesday 08:30 - 08:45

3/5. How Susie Boyt's passion led to a schoolgirl infatuation. And what happened when she met Liza Minnelli. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Wednesday 08:45 - 09:00

3/5. Confusion and recriminations fly as Vera and Irene correspond across the miles. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Making of Colin Hoult

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

Colin explores how his bizarre family made him the man he is today. Now, as a 45-year-old, he wonders if it's too late to do anything about it.

Agatha Christie: A Very Elusive Woman by Lucy Worsley

Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45

3/5. Agatha is the focus of wild speculation after disappearing for 11 days in 1926. Written and read by Lucy Worsley. From 2022.

Daily Service

Wednesday 09:45 - 10:00

A service for Ash Wednesday led by Liz Hassall, Archdeacon of York and Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York in Bishopthorpe Chapel.

The Art of Habit

Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. Author Lynsey Hanley explores the rise of sociology in Britain - finding hidden patterns in our everyday lives. From 2022.

Three Act Tragedy

Wednesday 11:00 - 11:30

3/5. Hercule Poirot re-enters the mystery deaths investigation, to the relief of all involved. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

Frenchman's Creek

Wednesday 11:30 - 12:00

3/6. Disguised as a cabin boy, Lady Dona St Columb sets sail with her dashing French pirate. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Little Blighty on the Down

Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30

1/5. Mrs Roberts has fallen from power and Mr Barnum is the new council leader. Political satire with John Baddeley. From July 1991.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00

12/14. Laid up with a broken leg, the Lad soon regrets Sid and Bill's visit. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From December 1959.

Reluctant Persuaders

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

1/6. The staff of Hardacre's ad agency have been managing well without Rupert Hardacre who is missing. Stars Nigel Havers. From 2021.

My Judy Garland Life

Wednesday 13:30 - 13:45

3/5. How Susie Boyt's passion led to a schoolgirl infatuation. And what happened when she met Liza Minnelli. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00

3/5. Confusion and recriminations fly as Vera and Irene correspond across the miles. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Museum of Curiosity

Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. John Lloyd and Alice Levine welcome Danny Wallace, Georgia Lewis Anderson and Agatha Christie Ltd's James Prichard. From 2020.

Alison and Maud

Wednesday 14:30 - 15:00

4/6. The landladies' accountant and clergy guest discover they have something in common. Stars Denise Coffey. From January 2003.

The Divine Comedy

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

1/3. One man's incredible journey through Hell, Purgatory and Paradise. Dramatisation of Dante's epic poem. Starring John Hurt.

The Art of Habit

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. Author Lynsey Hanley explores the rise of sociology in Britain - finding hidden patterns in our everyday lives. From 2022.

Three Act Tragedy

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:30

3/5. Hercule Poirot re-enters the mystery deaths investigation, to the relief of all involved. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

Frenchman's Creek

Wednesday 17:30 - 18:00

3/6. Disguised as a cabin boy, Lady Dona St Columb sets sail with her dashing French pirate. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Little Blighty on the Down

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

1/5. Mrs Roberts has fallen from power and Mr Barnum is the new council leader. Political satire with John Baddeley. From July 1991.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

12/14. Laid up with a broken leg, the Lad soon regrets Sid and Bill's visit. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From December 1959.

Reluctant Persuaders

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

1/6. The staff of Hardacre's ad agency have been managing well without Rupert Hardacre who is missing. Stars Nigel Havers. From 2021.

My Judy Garland Life

Wednesday 19:30 - 19:45

3/5. How Susie Boyt's passion led to a schoolgirl infatuation. And what happened when she met Liza Minnelli. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Wednesday 19:45 - 20:00

3/5. Confusion and recriminations fly as Vera and Irene correspond across the miles. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Museum of Curiosity

Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30

1/6. John Lloyd and Alice Levine welcome Danny Wallace, Georgia Lewis Anderson and Agatha Christie Ltd's James Prichard. From 2020.

Alison and Maud

Wednesday 20:30 - 21:00

4/6. The landladies' accountant and clergy guest discover they have something in common. Stars Denise Coffey. From January 2003.

The Divine Comedy

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

1/3. One man's incredible journey through Hell, Purgatory and Paradise. Dramatisation of Dante's epic poem. Starring John Hurt.

The Making of Colin Hoult

Wednesday 22:00 - 22:30

Colin explores how his bizarre family made him the man he is today. Now, as a 45-year-old, he wonders if it's too late to do anything about it.

A World of Dowie

Wednesday 22:30 - 22:55

4/4. John Dowie is absolutely sick and tired of the meddlesome nature of telephones, TVs and cars. With Jim Sweeney. From 1991.

The Comedy Club Interview

Wednesday 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Lou Conran chats again to comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri.

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Wednesday 23:00 - 23:30

3/6. Following the life of Jerry and going back to a wartime poem in 1943. With Lawry Lewin and Simon Kane. From 2021.

Friends Like These - Equal Ops

Wednesday 23:30 - 23:45

A sponsored pedalo ride leaves colleagues Bernice and Jen marooned on an island. Stars Cicely Giddings. From 2006.

Holland's Shorts

Wednesday 23:45 - 00:00

6/6. Dominic Holland's thoughts on feeling depressed, honesty boxes, and cash machines crime. From September 2006.

Thu Feb 19
The Art of Habit

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. Author Lynsey Hanley explores the rise of sociology in Britain - finding hidden patterns in our everyday lives. From 2022.

Three Act Tragedy

Thursday 01:00 - 01:30

3/5. Hercule Poirot re-enters the mystery deaths investigation, to the relief of all involved. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

Frenchman's Creek

Thursday 01:30 - 02:00

3/6. Disguised as a cabin boy, Lady Dona St Columb sets sail with her dashing French pirate. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

Little Blighty on the Down

Thursday 02:00 - 02:30

1/5. Mrs Roberts has fallen from power and Mr Barnum is the new council leader. Political satire with John Baddeley. From July 1991.

Hancock's Half Hour

Thursday 02:30 - 03:00

12/14. Laid up with a broken leg, the Lad soon regrets Sid and Bill's visit. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From December 1959.

Reluctant Persuaders

Thursday 03:00 - 03:30

1/6. The staff of Hardacre's ad agency have been managing well without Rupert Hardacre who is missing. Stars Nigel Havers. From 2021.

My Judy Garland Life

Thursday 03:30 - 03:45

3/5. How Susie Boyt's passion led to a schoolgirl infatuation. And what happened when she met Liza Minnelli. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Thursday 03:45 - 04:00

3/5. Confusion and recriminations fly as Vera and Irene correspond across the miles. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Museum of Curiosity

Thursday 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. John Lloyd and Alice Levine welcome Danny Wallace, Georgia Lewis Anderson and Agatha Christie Ltd's James Prichard. From 2020.

Alison and Maud

Thursday 04:30 - 05:00

4/6. The landladies' accountant and clergy guest discover they have something in common. Stars Denise Coffey. From January 2003.

The Divine Comedy

Thursday 05:00 - 06:00

1/3. One man's incredible journey through Hell, Purgatory and Paradise. Dramatisation of Dante's epic poem. Starring John Hurt.

Three Act Tragedy

Thursday 06:00 - 06:30

4/5. As the murder suspects are investigated, the Belgian sleuth issues an invitation. Agatha Christie thriller with John Moffatt.

Frenchman's Creek

Thursday 06:30 - 07:00

4/6. Dona fears for her beloved pirate's safety, with her husband Harry out to capture him. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

A Whole New Ball Game

Thursday 07:00 - 07:30

3/6. A new English teacher presents a question of loyalty and a temptation for Robert's mother. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From 1994.

Give Or Take

Thursday 07:30 - 08:00

8/8. Sam decides to hand in his notice. And there are more surprises for his family. Stars David Roper and Sharon Duce. From 1980.

Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

2/5. Alexei Sayle journeys from London to Hereford, breaking the golden rule by talking to fellow passengers. From 2024.

My Judy Garland Life

Thursday 08:30 - 08:45

4/5. In her tribute to the Hollywood star, Susie examines the differences between 'good' and 'bad' Judy fans. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Thursday 08:45 - 09:00

4/5. Vera is at the vet's having her hip sorted out. Irene is musing on life and death. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Kat Sadler's Screen Time

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

Industry heart-throb Kat Sadler tells YOU how social media can change your life. With very offline Alex MacQueen. From 2022.

Agatha Christie: A Very Elusive Woman by Lucy Worsley

Thursday 09:30 - 09:45

4/5. Divorcee Agatha finds adventure and romance in Iraq. Lucy Worsley reads her biography of the 'Queen of Crime'. From 2022.

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 Rachel Mann.

Great Lives

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

Comedian, presenter, and writer Tom Allen chooses the entertainer, Kenneth Williams. With Matthew Parris. From 2020.

Printing a Nation

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

1/2. Anindita Ghosh travels to Kolkata, to explore the impact of the explosion of printed material in 19th-century Bengal. From 2017.

Three Act Tragedy

Thursday 11:00 - 11:30

4/5. As the murder suspects are investigated, the Belgian sleuth issues an invitation. Agatha Christie thriller with John Moffatt.

Frenchman's Creek

Thursday 11:30 - 12:00

4/6. Dona fears for her beloved pirate's safety, with her husband Harry out to capture him. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

A Whole New Ball Game

Thursday 12:00 - 12:30

3/6. A new English teacher presents a question of loyalty and a temptation for Robert's mother. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From 1994.

Give Or Take

Thursday 12:30 - 13:00

8/8. Sam decides to hand in his notice. And there are more surprises for his family. Stars David Roper and Sharon Duce. From 1980.

Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

2/5. Alexei Sayle journeys from London to Hereford, breaking the golden rule by talking to fellow passengers. From 2024.

My Judy Garland Life

Thursday 13:30 - 13:45

4/5. In her tribute to the Hollywood star, Susie examines the differences between 'good' and 'bad' Judy fans. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Thursday 13:45 - 14:00

4/5. Vera is at the vet's having her hip sorted out. Irene is musing on life and death. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Foul Play

Thursday 14:00 - 14:30

3/6. Crime writers Susan Moody and Simon Shaw tackle a Charming pantomime murder. Simon Brett chairs the murder quiz. From January 1998.

HR

Thursday 14:30 - 15:00

6/6. After helping Peter, Sam's wary over the chance of a new job. Stars Nicholas Le Prevost and Jonathan Pryce. From September 2010.

The Divine Comedy

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

2/3. Dante and Virgil climb Mount Purgatory. Dramatisation of Dante's epic poem. Stars John Hurt, Blake Ritson and David Warner.

Great Lives

Thursday 16:00 - 16:30

Comedian, presenter, and writer Tom Allen chooses the entertainer, Kenneth Williams. With Matthew Parris. From 2020.

Printing a Nation

Thursday 16:30 - 17:00

1/2. Anindita Ghosh travels to Kolkata, to explore the impact of the explosion of printed material in 19th-century Bengal. From 2017.

Three Act Tragedy

Thursday 17:00 - 17:30

4/5. As the murder suspects are investigated, the Belgian sleuth issues an invitation. Agatha Christie thriller with John Moffatt.

Frenchman's Creek

Thursday 17:30 - 18:00

4/6. Dona fears for her beloved pirate's safety, with her husband Harry out to capture him. Stars Lorna Heilbron.

A Whole New Ball Game

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

3/6. A new English teacher presents a question of loyalty and a temptation for Robert's mother. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From 1994.

Give Or Take

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

8/8. Sam decides to hand in his notice. And there are more surprises for his family. Stars David Roper and Sharon Duce. From 1980.

Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

2/5. Alexei Sayle journeys from London to Hereford, breaking the golden rule by talking to fellow passengers. From 2024.

My Judy Garland Life

Thursday 19:30 - 19:45

4/5. In her tribute to the Hollywood star, Susie examines the differences between 'good' and 'bad' Judy fans. Read by Tamsin Greig.

Ladies of Letters Spring Clean

Thursday 19:45 - 20:00

4/5. Vera is at the vet's having her hip sorted out. Irene is musing on life and death. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Foul Play

Thursday 20:00 - 20:30

3/6. Crime writers Susan Moody and Simon Shaw tackle a Charming pantomime murder. Simon Brett chairs the murder quiz. From January 1998.

HR

Thursday 20:30 - 21:00

6/6. After helping Peter, Sam's wary over the chance of a new job. Stars Nicholas Le Prevost and Jonathan Pryce. From September 2010.

The Divine Comedy

Thursday 21:00 - 22:00

2/3. Dante and Virgil climb Mount Purgatory. Dramatisation of Dante's epic poem. Stars John Hurt, Blake Ritson and David Warner.

Randy Feltface's Destruction Manual

Thursday 22:00 - 22:30

1/4. International comedy sensation Randy Feltface is finally asking the question: how do we speed up climate change and end the planet as quickly as possible?

Brian Gulliver's Travels

Thursday 22:30 - 22:55

1/6. Missing for 6 years, Brian has stories to tell. He relives his experiences in Chamanoa. Stars Neil Pearson. From June 2012.

The Comedy Club Interview

Thursday 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Lou Conran chats again to comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri.

Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section

Thursday 23:00 - 23:30

3/6. A ceilidh and songs about his car. Alex Horne and his band explore fashion and trends via music and comedy. From May 2014.

The Pin

Thursday 23:30 - 00:00

2/4. With no invites to the BBC's office party, Alex and Ben try to prove they can throw a party too. With Liam Williams. From 2017.