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Sat Mar 14
Mark Steel's In Town

Today 03:00 - 03:30

1/7. Mark Steel discovers the heroes and rebels of Nottingham and performs a bespoke evening of comedy for the locals. From 2022.

Stephen Fry on the Phone

Today 03:30 - 03:45

5/5. Stephen Fry meet pioneers who designed small silicon chips, perfect for the next generation of pocket-sized phones. From 2011.

Ladies of Letters Go Green

Today 03:45 - 04:00

5/5. Vera wrecks havoc at the wedding of Irene's son. Starring Prunella Scales and Patricia Routledge.

One Person Found This Helpful

Today 04:00 - 04:30

6/6. Frank Skinner and guests give verdicts on sharp carpets and a keg with a difference. The show about online reviews. From 2024.

King Street Junior Revisited

Today 04:30 - 05:00

1/6. The teachers face personal and professional upheavals as Halloween approaches. Stars Carolyn Pickles and Marlene Sidaway. From July 2004.

Close Call

Today 05:00 - 05:45

4 Extra Debut. It's 1969, and there is great excitement at the Watts home with the installation of their first phone. Stars Ricky Champ.

Short Works

Today 05:45 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. A cleaner labours in a large townhouse while her client strives for inner peace. Read by Molly Innes.

Having a Ball

Today 06:00 - 07:20

4 Extra Debut. 1981. In a private clinic, four men awaiting vasectomies contemplate more than just the imminent surgery. Stars David Ross.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 07:20 - 07:30

Actor and raconteur Stephen Fry chooses the Overture to Tannhauser by Richard Wagner, and 'The Spanish Flea' by Herb Alpert and Tijuana Brass.

A Heart That Works by Rob Delaney (Omnibus)

Today 07:30 - 08:45

Unflinching account of the life and death of Rob Delaney's young son Henry, told with honesty, humour and much, much love.

The Fosdyke Saga

Today 08:45 - 09:00

Josiah Fosdyke starts at the tripe works and the owner takes a shine to his daughter. Stars Philip Lowrie. From 1983.

At Home With Hinge And Bracket

Today 09:00 - 09:30

5/6. Legendary British musical theatre star Evelyn Laye joins the dear ladies for songs and conversation. From December 1990.

Beyond Our Ken

Today 09:30 - 10:00

4/20. A murder mystery for Kenneth Horne, and Hornerama looks at The Sea. With Kenneth Williams. From November 1960.

Motherhood: Bump, Birth and Beyond

Today 10:00 - 11:00

1/3. Jessica Fostekew begins her journey to chart the highs and lows of conceiving, carrying and coping with a baby.

Having a Ball

Today 11:00 - 12:20

4 Extra Debut. 1981. In a private clinic, four men awaiting vasectomies contemplate more than just the imminent surgery. Stars David Ross.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 12:20 - 12:30

Actor and raconteur Stephen Fry chooses the Overture to Tannhauser by Richard Wagner, and 'The Spanish Flea' by Herb Alpert and Tijuana Brass.

A Heart That Works by Rob Delaney (Omnibus)

Today 12:30 - 13:45

Unflinching account of the life and death of Rob Delaney's young son Henry, told with honesty, humour and much, much love. Contains strong language.

The Fosdyke Saga

Today 13:45 - 14:00

Josiah Fosdyke starts at the tripe works and the owner takes a shine to his daughter. Stars Philip Lowrie. From 1983.

At Home With Hinge And Bracket

Today 14:00 - 14:30

5/6. Legendary British musical theatre star Evelyn Laye joins the dear ladies for songs and conversation. From December 1990.

Beyond Our Ken

Today 14:30 - 15:00

4/20. A murder mystery for Kenneth Horne, and Hornerama looks at The Sea. With Kenneth Williams. From November 1960.

Motherhood: Bump, Birth and Beyond

Today 15:00 - 16:00

1/3. Jessica Fostekew begins her journey to chart the highs and lows of conceiving, carrying and coping with a baby.

The Octopus

Today 16:00 - 16:45

Scientist Hester wants to understand what it is like to have eight legs, no bones, and skin that changes colour. Stars Amy Manson.

Report on an Unidentified Space Station

Today 16:45 - 17:00

4 Extra Debut. A space crew make an emergency landing on an unknown space station. Two of their members disappear. Read by Jack Klaff.

Having a Ball

Today 17:00 - 18:20

4 Extra Debut. 1981. In a private clinic, four men awaiting vasectomies contemplate more than just the imminent surgery. Stars David Ross.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 18:20 - 18:30

Actor and raconteur Stephen Fry chooses the Overture to Tannhauser by Richard Wagner, and 'The Spanish Flea' by Herb Alpert and Tijuana Brass.

A Heart That Works by Rob Delaney (Omnibus)

Today 18:30 - 19:45

Unflinching account of the life and death of Rob Delaney's young son Henry, told with honesty, humour and much, much love. Contains strong language.

The Fosdyke Saga

Today 19:45 - 20:00

Josiah Fosdyke starts at the tripe works and the owner takes a shine to his daughter. Stars Philip Lowrie. From 1983.

At Home With Hinge And Bracket

Today 20:00 - 20:30

5/6. Legendary British musical theatre star Evelyn Laye joins the dear ladies for songs and conversation. From December 1990.

Beyond Our Ken

Today 20:30 - 21:00

4/20. A murder mystery for Kenneth Horne, and Hornerama looks at The Sea. With Kenneth Williams. From November 1960.

Motherhood: Bump, Birth and Beyond

Today 21:00 - 22:00

1/3. Jessica Fostekew begins her journey to chart the highs and lows of conceiving, carrying and coping with a baby.

Craig Brown's Lost Diaries

Today 22:00 - 22:30

3/6. Summer and passions rise for Barbara Cartland and Edwina Currie. With Jan Ravens and Alistair McGowan. From October 2010.

Fred At The Stand

Today 22:30 - 22:55

6/6. Fred MacAulay with more stand-up from Edinburgh: Paul Tonkinson, Vladimir McTavish, Athena Kugblenu and Mick Ferry. From 2017.

The Comedy Club Interview

Today 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm to midnight, seven nights a week, The Comedy Club brings you two hours of the funny stuff. Tonight, Alison Spittle chats with Hal Cruttenden.

The Dream Factory

Today 23:00 - 23:30

Cheerful blockhead Joz is now a delivery boy for The Dream Factory. He's excited. But useless. Stars Joz Norris. From 2022.

The Harpoon

Today 23:30 - 00:00

2/4. Handy hints on body language, in the nostalgic spoof of boys' adventure story papers. With Alistair McGowan. From February 1994.

Sun Mar 15
The Octopus

Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:45

Scientist Hester wants to understand what it is like to have eight legs, no bones, and skin that changes colour. Stars Amy Manson.

Report on an Unidentified Space Station

Tomorrow 00:45 - 01:00

4 Extra Debut. A space crew make an emergency landing on an unknown space station. Two of their members disappear. Read by Jack Klaff.

Having a Ball

Tomorrow 01:00 - 02:20

4 Extra Debut. 1981. In a private clinic, four men awaiting vasectomies contemplate more than just the imminent surgery. Stars David Ross. Contains strong language.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 02:20 - 02:30

Actor and raconteur Stephen Fry chooses the Overture to Tannhauser by Richard Wagner, and 'The Spanish Flea' by Herb Alpert and Tijuana Brass.

A Heart That Works by Rob Delaney (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:45

Unflinching account of the life and death of Rob Delaney's young son Henry, told with honesty, humour and much, much love. Contains strong language.

The Fosdyke Saga

Tomorrow 03:45 - 04:00

Josiah Fosdyke starts at the tripe works and the owner takes a shine to his daughter. Stars Philip Lowrie. From 1983.

At Home With Hinge And Bracket

Tomorrow 04:00 - 04:30

5/6. Legendary British musical theatre star Evelyn Laye joins the dear ladies for songs and conversation. From December 1990.

Beyond Our Ken

Tomorrow 04:30 - 05:00

4/20. A murder mystery for Kenneth Horne, and Hornerama looks at The Sea. With Kenneth Williams. From November 1960.

Motherhood: Bump, Birth and Beyond

Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00

1/3. Jessica Fostekew begins her journey to chart the highs and lows of conceiving, carrying and coping with a baby.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:45

From David Bowie to Tony Bennett. Costume designer Sandy Powell shares her music choices with Lauren Laverne. From 2022.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Tomorrow 06:45 - 07:00

The naturalist muses on the messages conveyed in the syllables, melodies and repeated phrases of singing birds. From 2009.

Poetry Extra: The Echo Chamber

Tomorrow 07:00 - 07:30

To mark the Spring Equinox, Daljit Nagra selects The Echo Chamber with poet Gillian Clarke in local bluebell woods. From 2018.

Stephen Fry on the Phone (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:40

Stephen Fry explores the history of mobile phones. In the 1960s engineers dreamt up the idea of a cellular network. From 2011.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 08:40 - 08:50

Actor Emily Watson chooses 'La Boheme' by Giacomo Puccini and 'Ghost Town' by The Specials.

Ladies of Letters Go Green (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 08:50 - 10:00

Irene and Vera's thoughts turn to all things environmental. But for how long? Stars Prunella Scales and Patricia Routledge.

Al Read Classics

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

4 Extra Debut. Al Read entertains with sketches and jokes about British life including a boy's night out and setting up home. From 1976.

Take It From Here

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

As their wedding looms, Eth worries she'll make a bad wife for Ron Glum. Stars Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From May 1955.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:45

From David Bowie to Tony Bennett. Costume designer Sandy Powell shares her music choices with Lauren Laverne. From 2022.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Tomorrow 11:45 - 12:00

The naturalist muses on the messages conveyed in the syllables, melodies and repeated phrases of singing birds. From 2009.

Poetry Extra: The Echo Chamber

Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:30

To mark the Spring Equinox, Daljit Nagra selects The Echo Chamber with poet Gillian Clarke in local bluebell woods. From 2018.

Stephen Fry on the Phone (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:40

Stephen Fry explores the history of mobile phones. In the 1960s engineers dreamt up the idea of a cellular network. From 2011.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 13:40 - 13:50

Actor Emily Watson chooses 'La Boheme' by Giacomo Puccini and 'Ghost Town' by The Specials.

Ladies of Letters Go Green (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 13:50 - 15:00

Irene and Vera's thoughts turn to all things environmental. But for how long? Stars Prunella Scales and Patricia Routledge.

Al Read Classics

Tomorrow 15:00 - 15:30

4 Extra Debut. Al Read entertains with sketches and jokes about British life including a boy's night out and setting up home. From 1976.

Take It From Here

Tomorrow 15:30 - 16:00

As their wedding looms, Eth worries she'll make a bad wife for Ron Glum. Stars Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From May 1955.

The Coma

Tomorrow 16:00 - 16:30

3/5. As Carl gets used to his coma world, he looks for triggers to wake him up. Read by Tom Goodman-Hill.

The Slide

Tomorrow 16:30 - 17:00

4/7. Redlow's MP becomes increasingly distant and erratic. His old enmity with Professor Gomez surfaces. Stars Maurice Denham.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:45

From David Bowie to Tony Bennett. Costume designer Sandy Powell shares her music choices with Lauren Laverne. From 2022.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Tomorrow 17:45 - 18:00

The naturalist muses on the messages conveyed in the syllables, melodies and repeated phrases of singing birds. From 2009.

Poetry Extra: The Echo Chamber

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

To mark the Spring Equinox, Daljit Nagra selects The Echo Chamber with poet Gillian Clarke in local bluebell woods. From 2018.

Stephen Fry on the Phone (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:40

Stephen Fry explores the history of mobile phones. In the 1960s engineers dreamt up the idea of a cellular network. From 2011.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 19:40 - 19:50

Actor Emily Watson chooses 'La Boheme' by Giacomo Puccini and 'Ghost Town' by The Specials.

Ladies of Letters Go Green (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 19:50 - 21:00

Irene and Vera's thoughts turn to all things environmental. But for how long? Stars Prunella Scales and Patricia Routledge.

Al Read Classics

Tomorrow 21:00 - 21:30

4 Extra Debut. Al Read entertains with sketches and jokes about British life including a boy's night out and setting up home. From 1976.

Take It From Here

Tomorrow 21:30 - 22:00

As their wedding looms, Eth worries she'll make a bad wife for Ron Glum. Stars Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From May 1955.

Detective Sergeant Nick Mohammed

Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30

1/4. DS Nick is immersed in the art world, when a forgery ring is discovered. With Anna Crilly and Colin Hoult. From September 2013.

The Nick Revell Show

Tomorrow 22:30 - 23:00

6/6. The writer is leading a charmed life, which naturally leaves him feeling anxious. With Alistair McGowan. From July 1993.

Ed Reardon's Week

Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30

1/7. The curmudgeonly author has a new idea for a novel and an exciting new home. Starring Christopher Douglas. From 2017.

I've Never Seen Star Wars

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00

3/6. Marcus Brigstocke offers new pleasures to Dame Joan Bakewell. Who knew she'd be so good at beatboxing? From February 2009.

Mon Mar 16
The Coma

Monday 00:00 - 00:30

3/5. As Carl gets used to his coma world, he looks for triggers to wake him up. Read by Tom Goodman-Hill.

The Slide

Monday 00:30 - 01:00

4/7. Redlow's MP becomes increasingly distant and erratic. His old enmity with Professor Gomez surfaces. Stars Maurice Denham.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Monday 01:00 - 01:45

From David Bowie to Tony Bennett. Costume designer Sandy Powell shares her music choices with Lauren Laverne. From 2022.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Monday 01:45 - 02:00

The naturalist muses on the messages conveyed in the syllables, melodies and repeated phrases of singing birds. From 2009.

Poetry Extra: The Echo Chamber

Monday 02:00 - 02:30

To mark the Spring Equinox, Daljit Nagra selects The Echo Chamber with poet Gillian Clarke in local bluebell woods. From 2018.

Stephen Fry on the Phone (Omnibus)

Monday 02:30 - 03:40

Stephen Fry explores the history of mobile phones. In the 1960s engineers dreamt up the idea of a cellular network. From 2011.

Inheritance Tracks

Monday 03:40 - 03:50

Actor Emily Watson chooses 'La Boheme' by Giacomo Puccini and 'Ghost Town' by The Specials.

Ladies of Letters Go Green (Omnibus)

Monday 03:50 - 05:00

Irene and Vera's thoughts turn to all things environmental. But for how long? Stars Prunella Scales and Patricia Routledge.

Al Read Classics

Monday 05:00 - 05:30

4 Extra Debut. Al Read entertains with sketches and jokes about British life including a boy's night out and setting up home. From 1976.

Take It From Here

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

As their wedding looms, Eth worries she'll make a bad wife for Ron Glum. Stars Jimmy Edwards and June Whitfield. From May 1955.

No Place To Hide

Monday 06:00 - 06:30

4/8. Watching for Mason's kidnappers, can John Rennie also deal with the demands of wayward Joanna de Vries? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Monday 06:30 - 07:00

2/6. Kim's search takes her to Berlin, and a distinctly menacing tour guide. Meanwhile, Mr Stone watches. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Home Again

Monday 07:00 - 07:30

5/6. Fulton discloses the facts behind his long absence and where he's been. Stars Robin Bailey. From June 1980.

Dad's Army

Monday 07:30 - 08:00

12/20. When Mainwaring opens his Home Guard up to women, Mrs Gray catches his eye. Adapted from BBC TV with Arthur Lowe. From 1975.

For the Love of Leo

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

4/4. A day of momentous events and revelations as both old and new friends come together in Leo's home. Stars Mark Bonnar. From 2021.

A Rage Explained

Monday 08:30 - 08:45

4 Extra Debut. In 1987, writer Alex Wheatle reunites with his father in Jamaica. It's an emotionally charged meeting. Read by Anthony Welsh.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Monday 08:45 - 09:00

1/5. Financial problems force Vera to live on her allotment. Irene has shocking news. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Just a Minute

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

6/6. What would you do if you were Doctor Who for a day? Our players try to talk about all of space and time in just one minute.

Just So Science

Monday 09:30 - 09:45

1/5. 4 Extra Debut. Vivienne Parry and the science behind Rudyard Kipling's stories - starting with the camel. Readings by Samuel West. From 2014.

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 Mark Dowd.

And the Academy Award Goes To...

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

2/3. An epic exploring Chinese history. Paul Gambaccini on the story behind 1988 Best Picture winner, The Last Emperor. From 2016.

Jazzed Up: How Jazz Changed Britain

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

1/3. Kevin Le Gendre explores how Jazz was received in the UK: the arrival of the Original Dixieland Band. From 2017.

No Place To Hide

Monday 11:00 - 11:30

4/8. Watching for Mason's kidnappers, can John Rennie also deal with the demands of wayward Joanna de Vries? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Monday 11:30 - 12:00

2/6. Kim's search takes her to Berlin, and a distinctly menacing tour guide. Meanwhile, Mr Stone watches. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Home Again

Monday 12:00 - 12:30

5/6. Fulton discloses the facts behind his long absence and where he's been. Stars Robin Bailey. From June 1980.

Dad's Army

Monday 12:30 - 13:00

12/20. When Mainwaring opens his Home Guard up to women, Mrs Gray catches his eye. Adapted from BBC TV with Arthur Lowe. From 1975.

For the Love of Leo

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

4/4. A day of momentous events and revelations as both old and new friends come together in Leo's home. Stars Mark Bonnar. From 2021.

A Rage Explained

Monday 13:30 - 13:45

4 Extra Debut. In 1987, writer Alex Wheatle reunites with his father in Jamaica. It's an emotionally charged meeting. Read by Anthony Welsh.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Monday 13:45 - 14:00

1/5. Financial problems force Vera to live on her allotment. Irene has shocking news. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Quote... Unquote

Monday 14:00 - 14:30

Nigel Rees quizzes Alan Bennett, Janet Suzman, Leslie Thomas and Wynford Vaughan Thomas on the sources of quotations. From 1982.

The Six Mothers-In-Law Of Henry VIII

Monday 14:30 - 15:00

1/6. 'Unreliable' historical account of Catherine of Aragon's duenna, Dona Elvira. Stars Jonathan Coy and Sheila Steafel. From 2003.

Waverley

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

1/4. 4 Extra Debut. 1745. Bonnie Prince Charlie's Jacobite Rebellion. A young Englishman must choose a side to fight for. Stars Richard Greenwood.

And the Academy Award Goes To...

Monday 16:00 - 16:30

2/3. An epic exploring Chinese history. Paul Gambaccini on the story behind 1988 Best Picture winner, The Last Emperor. From 2016.

Jazzed Up: How Jazz Changed Britain

Monday 16:30 - 17:00

1/3. Kevin Le Gendre explores how Jazz was received in the UK: the arrival of the Original Dixieland Band. From 2017.

No Place To Hide

Monday 17:00 - 17:30

4/8. Watching for Mason's kidnappers, can John Rennie also deal with the demands of wayward Joanna de Vries? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Monday 17:30 - 18:00

2/6. Kim's search takes her to Berlin, and a distinctly menacing tour guide. Meanwhile, Mr Stone watches. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Home Again

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

5/6. Fulton discloses the facts behind his long absence and where he's been. Stars Robin Bailey. From June 1980.

Dad's Army

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

12/20. When Mainwaring opens his Home Guard up to women, Mrs Gray catches his eye. Adapted from BBC TV with Arthur Lowe. From 1975.

For the Love of Leo

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

4/4. A day of momentous events and revelations as both old and new friends come together in Leo's home. Stars Mark Bonnar. From 2021.

A Rage Explained

Monday 19:30 - 19:45

4 Extra Debut. In 1987, writer Alex Wheatle reunites with his father in Jamaica. It's an emotionally charged meeting. Read by Anthony Welsh.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Monday 19:45 - 20:00

1/5. Financial problems force Vera to live on her allotment. Irene has shocking news. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Quote... Unquote

Monday 20:00 - 20:30

Nigel Rees quizzes Alan Bennett, Janet Suzman, Leslie Thomas and Wynford Vaughan Thomas on the sources of quotations. From 1982.

The Six Mothers-In-Law Of Henry VIII

Monday 20:30 - 21:00

1/6. 'Unreliable' historical account of Catherine of Aragon's duenna, Dona Elvira. Stars Jonathan Coy and Sheila Steafel. From 2003.

Waverley

Monday 21:00 - 22:00

1/4. 4 Extra Debut. 1745. Bonnie Prince Charlie's Jacobite Rebellion. A young Englishman must choose a side to fight for. Stars Richard Greenwood.

Just a Minute

Monday 22:00 - 22:30

6/6. What would you do if you were Doctor Who for a day? Our players try to talk about all of space and time in just one minute.

Listen Against

Monday 22:30 - 23:00

2/4. The 'Dimblebys' new musical. A week of radio that never happened. Alice Arnold and Jon Holmes mangle real programmes. From 2010.

The Naked Week

Monday 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. The Naked Week team go in hard on the week's news with a mix of correspondents, guests, and an 11th-century Viking re-enacting the 2003 Iraq War.

The Museum of Everything

Monday 23:30 - 00:00

6/6. Badgerland goes global, and the History of the Future. Stars Marcus Brigstocke and Dan Tetsell. From April 2004.

Tue Mar 17
And the Academy Award Goes To...

Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30

2/3. An epic exploring Chinese history. Paul Gambaccini on the story behind 1988 Best Picture winner, The Last Emperor. From 2016.

Jazzed Up: How Jazz Changed Britain

Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00

1/3. Kevin Le Gendre explores how Jazz was received in the UK: the arrival of the Original Dixieland Band. From 2017.

No Place To Hide

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:30

4/8. Watching for Mason's kidnappers, can John Rennie also deal with the demands of wayward Joanna de Vries? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Tuesday 01:30 - 02:00

2/6. Kim's search takes her to Berlin, and a distinctly menacing tour guide. Meanwhile, Mr Stone watches. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Home Again

Tuesday 02:00 - 02:30

5/6. Fulton discloses the facts behind his long absence and where he's been. Stars Robin Bailey. From June 1980.

Dad's Army

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

12/20. When Mainwaring opens his Home Guard up to women, Mrs Gray catches his eye. Adapted from BBC TV with Arthur Lowe. From 1975.

For the Love of Leo

Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30

4/4. A day of momentous events and revelations as both old and new friends come together in Leo's home. Stars Mark Bonnar. From 2021.

A Rage Explained

Tuesday 03:30 - 03:45

4 Extra Debut. In 1987, writer Alex Wheatle reunites with his father in Jamaica. It's an emotionally charged meeting. Read by Anthony Welsh.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Tuesday 03:45 - 04:00

1/5. Financial problems force Vera to live on her allotment. Irene has shocking news. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Quote... Unquote

Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30

Nigel Rees quizzes Alan Bennett, Janet Suzman, Leslie Thomas and Wynford Vaughan Thomas on the sources of quotations. From 1982.

The Six Mothers-In-Law Of Henry VIII

Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00

1/6. 'Unreliable' historical account of Catherine of Aragon's duenna, Dona Elvira. Stars Jonathan Coy and Sheila Steafel. From 2003.

Waverley

Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00

1/4. 4 Extra Debut. 1745. Bonnie Prince Charlie's Jacobite Rebellion. A young Englishman must choose a side to fight for. Stars Richard Greenwood.

No Place To Hide

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:30

5/8. John Rennie ponders taking some extreme measures to rescue the kidnapped British agent. Starring James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Tuesday 06:30 - 07:00

3/6. Mr Stone continues to track his target. Meanwhile, Kim arrives in Denmark to find a car waiting for her. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Flying the Flag

Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30

4/8. It may be Glorious Reindeer Day, but light bulbs and tolerance are in short supply. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From March 1988.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00

17/17. Kenneth Connor stands in for Harry Secombe, as Neddie Seagoon picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs. From 1959.

The Fair Intellectual Club

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

3/6. The scholarly secret society inspires Mr Handel's latest saucy smash hit on Edinburgh's Calton Hill. Stars Gus Brown. From 2016.

A Simple Heart

Tuesday 08:30 - 08:45

1/3. 4 Extra Debut. A maid with a sad past joins the household of Madame Aubain and finds comfort where she can. Read by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Tuesday 08:45 - 09:00

2/5. Vera discovers she is not alone on her allotment. Irene helps a friend. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Wing It

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

2/4. Alasdair Beckett-King hosts a panel of improv comedy all stars. Featuring a visit from the grim reaper, overly protective mothers, and a passionate defence of AI.

Just So Science

Tuesday 09:30 - 09:45

2/5. Vivienne Parry with the science behind Kipling's stories. The wonder of the horseshoe crab. Readings by Samuel West. From 2014.

Daily Service

Tuesday 09:45 - 10:00

Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Father Eugene O'Neill.

A Good Read

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

Lissa Evans, Sarah Keyworth and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Oliver Sacks, Cheryl Strayed and David Garnett. From 2020.

Jazzed Up: How Jazz Changed Britain

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

Kevin Le Gendre explores how Jazz was received in the UK: the incredible impact of Duke Ellington's visits. From 2017.

No Place To Hide

Tuesday 11:00 - 11:30

5/8. John Rennie ponders taking some extreme measures to rescue the kidnapped British agent. Starring James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Tuesday 11:30 - 12:00

3/6. Mr Stone continues to track his target. Meanwhile, Kim arrives in Denmark to find a car waiting for her. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Flying the Flag

Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30

4/8. It may be Glorious Reindeer Day, but light bulbs and tolerance are in short supply. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From March 1988.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00

17/17. Kenneth Connor stands in for Harry Secombe, as Neddie Seagoon picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs. From 1959.

The Fair Intellectual Club

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

3/6. The scholarly secret society inspires Mr Handel's latest saucy smash hit on Edinburgh's Calton Hill. Stars Gus Brown. From 2016.

A Simple Heart

Tuesday 13:30 - 13:45

1/3. 4 Extra Debut. A maid with a sad past joins the household of Madame Aubain and finds comfort where she can. Read by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Tuesday 13:45 - 14:00

2/5. Vera discovers she is not alone on her allotment. Irene helps a friend. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Genius

Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. A robotic dog and friendly car horns? Dave Gorman asks Johnny Vegas to select the public's best loopy idea. From September 2006.

Says on the Tin

Tuesday 14:30 - 15:00

6/6. Eliott and Esther are on the brink of admitting their attraction, but there's a snag. Stars Michael Brandon. From February 2009.

Waverley

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

2/4. On leave from his regiment, Edward Waverley has been injured at the great stag hunt. Stars Richard Greenwood.

A Good Read

Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

Lissa Evans, Sarah Keyworth and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Oliver Sacks, Cheryl Strayed and David Garnett. From 2020.

Jazzed Up: How Jazz Changed Britain

Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00

Kevin Le Gendre explores how Jazz was received in the UK: the incredible impact of Duke Ellington's visits. From 2017.

No Place To Hide

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:30

5/8. John Rennie ponders taking some extreme measures to rescue the kidnapped British agent. Starring James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Tuesday 17:30 - 18:00

3/6. Mr Stone continues to track his target. Meanwhile, Kim arrives in Denmark to find a car waiting for her. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Flying the Flag

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

4/8. It may be Glorious Reindeer Day, but light bulbs and tolerance are in short supply. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From March 1988.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

17/17. Kenneth Connor stands in for Harry Secombe, as Neddie Seagoon picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs. From 1959.

The Fair Intellectual Club

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

3/6. The scholarly secret society inspires Mr Handel's latest saucy smash hit on Edinburgh's Calton Hill. Stars Gus Brown. From 2016.

A Simple Heart

Tuesday 19:30 - 19:45

1/3. 4 Extra Debut. A maid with a sad past joins the household of Madame Aubain and finds comfort where she can. Read by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Tuesday 19:45 - 20:00

2/5. Vera discovers she is not alone on her allotment. Irene helps a friend. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Genius

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30

1/6. A robotic dog and friendly car horns? Dave Gorman asks Johnny Vegas to select the public's best loopy idea. From September 2006.

Says on the Tin

Tuesday 20:30 - 21:00

6/6. Eliott and Esther are on the brink of admitting their attraction, but there's a snag. Stars Michael Brandon. From February 2009.

Waverley

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

2/4. On leave from his regiment, Edward Waverley has been injured at the great stag hunt. Stars Richard Greenwood.

Wing It

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30

2/4. Alasdair Beckett-King hosts a panel of improv comedy all stars. Featuring a visit from the grim reaper, overly protective mothers, and a passionate defence of AI.

John Shuttleworth's Lounge Music

Tuesday 22:30 - 22:55

4/4. John Shuttleworth invites Mari Wilson and her beehive to his home to perform one of their songs - and one of his! From 2016.

The Comedy Club Interview

Tuesday 22:55 - 23:00

The Comedy Club keeps the laughs coming from 10pm to midnight, every night of the week. Tonight, Alison Spittle picks up her chat with Hal Cruttenden.

Paul Sinha's History Revision

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30

4/4. Paul Sinha takes a look at historic mistakes and cinema's track record of portraying historical events. From July 2017.

Chain Reaction

Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00

4/6. The illusionist and the musical comedian in the talk tag show where the guest is the next interviewer. From August 2012.

Wed Mar 18
A Good Read

Wednesday 00:00 - 00:30

Lissa Evans, Sarah Keyworth and Harriett Gilbert discuss books by Oliver Sacks, Cheryl Strayed and David Garnett. From 2020.

Jazzed Up: How Jazz Changed Britain

Wednesday 00:30 - 01:00

Kevin Le Gendre explores how Jazz was received in the UK: the incredible impact of Duke Ellington's visits. From 2017.

No Place To Hide

Wednesday 01:00 - 01:30

5/8. John Rennie ponders taking some extreme measures to rescue the kidnapped British agent. Starring James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Wednesday 01:30 - 02:00

3/6. Mr Stone continues to track his target. Meanwhile, Kim arrives in Denmark to find a car waiting for her. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Flying the Flag

Wednesday 02:00 - 02:30

4/8. It may be Glorious Reindeer Day, but light bulbs and tolerance are in short supply. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From March 1988.

The Goon Show

Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00

17/17. Kenneth Connor stands in for Harry Secombe, as Neddie Seagoon picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs. From 1959.

The Fair Intellectual Club

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:30

3/6. The scholarly secret society inspires Mr Handel's latest saucy smash hit on Edinburgh's Calton Hill. Stars Gus Brown. From 2016.

A Simple Heart

Wednesday 03:30 - 03:45

1/3. 4 Extra Debut. A maid with a sad past joins the household of Madame Aubain and finds comfort where she can. Read by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00

2/5. Vera discovers she is not alone on her allotment. Irene helps a friend. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Genius

Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. A robotic dog and friendly car horns? Dave Gorman asks Johnny Vegas to select the public's best loopy idea. From September 2006.

Says on the Tin

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00

6/6. Eliott and Esther are on the brink of admitting their attraction, but there's a snag. Stars Michael Brandon. From February 2009.

Waverley

Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00

2/4. On leave from his regiment, Edward Waverley has been injured at the great stag hunt. Stars Richard Greenwood.

No Place To Hide

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:30

6/8. With the mission over in Amsterdam, can John Rennie deal with the consequences of his actions? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Wednesday 06:30 - 07:00

4/6. Kim hears some uncomfortable truths about the late Mike Fisher. Meanwhile Todd checks up on Charles. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Little Blighty on the Down

Wednesday 07:00 - 07:30

5/5. When an opera star visits, council leader John shows his true colours. Political satire with John Baddeley. From August 1991.

It's Hancock: The Missing Page

Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00

The Lad makes a shocking discovery in a library book. Starring Tony Hancock and Sid James. From 1965.

Reluctant Persuaders

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

5/6. It's lunch hour at Hardacre's, and Joe is trying to be mindful. But he keeps getting interrupted. Stars Nigel Havers. From 2021.

A Simple Heart

Wednesday 08:30 - 08:45

2/3. After enduring further loss, maid Félicité gets a welcome distraction from a feathered friend. Read by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Wednesday 08:45 - 09:00

3/5. Vera causes chaos when she attempts to rescue Irene from a sinister fate. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Live from the UK

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

Angela Barnes travels the UK to bring you the best stand-up acts from all across the country.

Just So Science

Wednesday 09:30 - 09:45

3/5. Vivienne Parry with the science behind Kipling's stories. So, why does the kangaroo jump? Readings by Samuel West. From 2014.

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 Heavilyn Ohene-Akrasi.

Archive on 4: The Art of the Lyricist

Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00

Clarke Peters investigates the art of 'My Fair Lady' lyricist Alan Jay Lerner and other musical theatre wordsmiths. From 2016.

No Place To Hide

Wednesday 11:00 - 11:30

6/8. With the mission over in Amsterdam, can John Rennie deal with the consequences of his actions? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Wednesday 11:30 - 12:00

4/6. Kim hears some uncomfortable truths about the late Mike Fisher. Meanwhile Todd checks up on Charles. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Little Blighty on the Down

Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30

5/5. When an opera star visits, council leader John shows his true colours. Political satire with John Baddeley. From August 1991.

It's Hancock: The Missing Page

Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00

The Lad makes a shocking discovery in a library book. Starring Tony Hancock and Sid James. From 1965.

Reluctant Persuaders

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

5/6. It's lunch hour at Hardacre's, and Joe is trying to be mindful. But he keeps getting interrupted. Stars Nigel Havers. From 2021.

A Simple Heart by Gustave Flaubert

Wednesday 13:30 - 13:45

2/3. After enduring further loss, maid Félicité gets a welcome distraction from a feathered friend. Read by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Wednesday 13:45 - 14:00

3/5. Vera causes chaos when she attempts to rescue Irene from a sinister fate. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Museum of Curiosity

Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30

5/6. John Lloyd and Alice Levine welcome comedian Ken Cheng, jewellery designer Theo Fennell and Supernanny Jo Frost. From 2020.

Turf Wars

Wednesday 14:30 - 15:00

2/4. A border guard's tape line divides two young lovers in a park. Starring Nigel Planer. From March 2011.

Waverley

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

3/4. Facing charges of treason, Edward Waverley has been rescued by the rebels. Stars Richard Greenwood and Wendy Seager.

Archive on 4: The Art of the Lyricist

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

Clarke Peters investigates the art of 'My Fair Lady' lyricist Alan Jay Lerner and other musical theatre wordsmiths. From 2016.

No Place To Hide

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:30

6/8. With the mission over in Amsterdam, can John Rennie deal with the consequences of his actions? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Wednesday 17:30 - 18:00

4/6. Kim hears some uncomfortable truths about the late Mike Fisher. Meanwhile Todd checks up on Charles. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Little Blighty on the Down

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

5/5. When an opera star visits, council leader John shows his true colours. Political satire with John Baddeley. From August 1991.

It's Hancock: The Missing Page

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

The Lad makes a shocking discovery in a library book. Starring Tony Hancock and Sid James. From 1965.

Reluctant Persuaders

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

5/6. It's lunch hour at Hardacre's, and Joe is trying to be mindful. But he keeps getting interrupted. Stars Nigel Havers. From 2021.

A Simple Heart

Wednesday 19:30 - 19:45

2/3. After enduring further loss, maid Félicité gets a welcome distraction from a feathered friend. Read by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Wednesday 19:45 - 20:00

3/5. Vera causes chaos when she attempts to rescue Irene from a sinister fate. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Museum of Curiosity

Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30

5/6. John Lloyd and Alice Levine welcome comedian Ken Cheng, jewellery designer Theo Fennell and Supernanny Jo Frost. From 2020.

Turf Wars

Wednesday 20:30 - 21:00

2/4. A border guard's tape line divides two young lovers in a park. Starring Nigel Planer. From March 2011.

Waverley

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

3/4. Facing charges of treason, Edward Waverley has been rescued by the rebels. Stars Richard Greenwood and Wendy Seager.

Live from the UK

Wednesday 22:00 - 22:30

Angela Barnes travels the UK to bring you the best stand-up acts from all across the country.

The Maltby Collection

Wednesday 22:30 - 23:00

4/6. When Eva gives a press interview, the rest of the staff is taken to the cleaners. Stars Julian Rhind-Tutt. From September 2009.

Felicity Ward - Appisodes

Wednesday 23:00 - 23:15

1/4. 4 Extra Debut. Australian stand-up Felicity Ward tries to solve her mental health issues with apps. Can a pregnancy app help? From 2020.

Jamie MacDonald: Life On The Blink

Wednesday 23:15 - 23:30

1/4. 4 Extra Debut. Stand-up comedian Jamie MacDonald keeps his wicked sense of humour even as others lose sight of his humanity. From 2023.

Liam Williams: Ladhood

Wednesday 23:30 - 00:00

4/4. After graduating, Liam is back in his parents' house. Autobiographical sitcom of youthful misadventures. From 2017.

Thu Mar 19
Archive on 4: The Art of the Lyricist

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

Clarke Peters investigates the art of 'My Fair Lady' lyricist Alan Jay Lerner and other musical theatre wordsmiths. From 2016.

No Place To Hide

Thursday 01:00 - 01:30

6/8. With the mission over in Amsterdam, can John Rennie deal with the consequences of his actions? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Thursday 01:30 - 02:00

4/6. Kim hears some uncomfortable truths about the late Mike Fisher. Meanwhile Todd checks up on Charles. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Little Blighty on the Down

Thursday 02:00 - 02:30

5/5. When an opera star visits, council leader John shows his true colours. Political satire with John Baddeley. From August 1991.

It's Hancock: The Missing Page

Thursday 02:30 - 03:00

The Lad makes a shocking discovery in a library book. Starring Tony Hancock and Sid James. From 1965.

Reluctant Persuaders

Thursday 03:00 - 03:30

5/6. It's lunch hour at Hardacre's, and Joe is trying to be mindful. But he keeps getting interrupted. Stars Nigel Havers. From 2021.

A Simple Heart

Thursday 03:30 - 03:45

2/3. After enduring further loss, maid Félicité gets a welcome distraction from a feathered friend. Read by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Thursday 03:45 - 04:00

3/5. Vera causes chaos when she attempts to rescue Irene from a sinister fate. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Museum of Curiosity

Thursday 04:00 - 04:30

5/6. John Lloyd and Alice Levine welcome comedian Ken Cheng, jewellery designer Theo Fennell and Supernanny Jo Frost. From 2020.

Turf Wars

Thursday 04:30 - 05:00

2/4. A border guard's tape line divides two young lovers in a park. Starring Nigel Planer. From March 2011.

Waverley

Thursday 05:00 - 06:00

3/4. Facing charges of treason, Edward Waverley has been rescued by the rebels. Stars Richard Greenwood and Wendy Seager.

No Place To Hide

Thursday 06:00 - 06:30

7/8. The mission is over, but can John Rennie deal with becoming the target of his own side? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Thursday 06:30 - 07:00

5/6. Kim stages a dangerous subterfuge to throw her dogged pursuers off the scent, but Charles pays the price. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Tales From the Mausoleum Club

Thursday 07:00 - 07:30

1/6. Wannabe member the Honourable Clarence Green hears the creepy saga of an otolaryngologist. Stars Terence Stamp. From 1987.

The Burkiss Way

Thursday 07:30 - 08:00

5/13. Transcendental instruction imparted by Jo Kendall, Nigel Rees, Chris Emmett and Fred Harris. From January 1977.

All Those Women

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

Everyone seems to have something new on the horizon, except Maggie that is. Stars Lesley Manville and Marcia Warren. From 2016.

A Simple Heart

Thursday 08:30 - 08:45

3/3. Félicité has a new friend as she grows old in the house which is no longer hers. Concluded by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Thursday 08:45 - 09:00

4/5. Vera fears that Irene has ended up in the Hospital Psych ward! Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Matt Forde Focus Group

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

1/6. Top comedian Matt Forde is joined by guests Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Miranda Green and Henning Wehn to explore how boredom shapes elections, leaders and politics.

Just So Science

Thursday 09:30 - 09:45

4/5. Vivienne Parry with the science behind Kipling's stories - and the reality of the butterfly effect. Readings by Samuel West. From 2014.

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 Sharon Grenham Thompson.

Great Lives

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

Ruth Holdaway and biographer John Caunt champion the life of sports journalist, Helen Rollason. With Matthew Paris. From 2016.

Jazzed Up: How Jazz Changed Britain

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

Kevin Le Gendre explores how the UK reacted to Jazz music. After the Second World War jazz divides, its influence grows. From 2017.

No Place To Hide

Thursday 11:00 - 11:30

7/8. The mission is over, but can John Rennie deal with becoming the target of his own side? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Thursday 11:30 - 12:00

5/6. Kim stages a dangerous subterfuge to throw her dogged pursuers off the scent, but Charles pays the price. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Tales From the Mausoleum Club

Thursday 12:00 - 12:30

1/6. Wannabe member the Honourable Clarence Green hears the creepy saga of an otolaryngologist. Stars Terence Stamp. From 1987.

The Burkiss Way

Thursday 12:30 - 13:00

5/13. Transcendental instruction imparted by Jo Kendall, Nigel Rees, Chris Emmett and Fred Harris. From January 1977.

All Those Women

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

Everyone seems to have something new on the horizon, except Maggie that is. Stars Lesley Manville and Marcia Warren. From 2016.

A Simple Heart

Thursday 13:30 - 13:45

3/3. Félicité has a new friend as she grows old in the house which is no longer hers. Concluded by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Thursday 13:45 - 14:00

4/5. Vera fears that Irene has ended up in the Hospital Psych ward! Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Who Goes There?

Thursday 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Lynne Truss and Anthony Holden. From October 2002.

Ballylenon

Thursday 14:30 - 15:00

4/6. Phonsie urges Ballylenon to grab agritourism grants with both hands. The 1960s reach the sleepy Irish town. Stars Gerard Murphy.

Waverley

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

4/4. Edward Waverley and the Jacobite army reach Derby, but then the retreat begins. Stars Richard Greenwood and Wendy Seager.

Great Lives

Thursday 16:00 - 16:30

Ruth Holdaway and biographer John Caunt champion the life of sports journalist, Helen Rollason. With Matthew Paris. From 2016.

Jazzed Up: How Jazz Changed Britain

Thursday 16:30 - 17:00

Kevin Le Gendre explores how the UK reacted to Jazz music. After the Second World War jazz divides, its influence grows. From 2017.

No Place To Hide

Thursday 17:00 - 17:30

7/8. The mission is over, but can John Rennie deal with becoming the target of his own side? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Thursday 17:30 - 18:00

5/6. Kim stages a dangerous subterfuge to throw her dogged pursuers off the scent, but Charles pays the price. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Tales From the Mausoleum Club

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

1/6. Wannabe member the Honourable Clarence Green hears the creepy saga of an otolaryngologist. Stars Terence Stamp. From 1987.

The Burkiss Way

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

5/13. Transcendental instruction imparted by Jo Kendall, Nigel Rees, Chris Emmett and Fred Harris. From January 1977.

All Those Women

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

Everyone seems to have something new on the horizon, except Maggie that is. Stars Lesley Manville and Marcia Warren. From 2016.

A Simple Heart

Thursday 19:30 - 19:45

3/3. Félicité has a new friend as she grows old in the house which is no longer hers. Concluded by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Thursday 19:45 - 20:00

4/5. Vera fears that Irene has ended up in the Hospital Psych ward! Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Who Goes There?

Thursday 20:00 - 20:30

1/6. Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Lynne Truss and Anthony Holden. From October 2002.

Ballylenon

Thursday 20:30 - 21:00

4/6. Phonsie urges Ballylenon to grab agritourism grants with both hands. The 1960s reach the sleepy Irish town. Stars Gerard Murphy.

Waverley

Thursday 21:00 - 22:00

4/4. Edward Waverley and the Jacobite army reach Derby, but then the retreat begins. Stars Richard Greenwood and Wendy Seager.

The Matt Forde Focus Group

Thursday 22:00 - 22:30

1/6. Top comedian Matt Forde is joined by guests Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Miranda Green and Henning Wehn to explore how boredom shapes elections, leaders and politics.

Brian Gulliver's Travels

Thursday 22:30 - 23:00

5/6. Missing for six years, Brian has stories to tell. He relives his experiences in Hermicia. Stars Neil Pearson. From July 2012.

At Home With The Snails

Thursday 23:00 - 23:30

1/4. Fed-up Alex has done nothing since university, but then he discovers an unusual hobby. Stars Geoffrey Palmer. From June 2001.

Small Scenes

Thursday 23:30 - 00:00

2/4. Zoo monkeys take control. Comedy sketches with Daniel Rigby, Sara Pascoe, Mike Wozniak, Cariad Lloyd and Henry Paker. From 2014.

Fri Mar 20
Great Lives

Friday 00:00 - 00:30

Ruth Holdaway and biographer John Caunt champion the life of sports journalist, Helen Rollason. With Matthew Paris. From 2016.

Jazzed Up: How Jazz Changed Britain

Friday 00:30 - 01:00

Kevin Le Gendre explores how the UK reacted to Jazz music. After the Second World War jazz divides, its influence grows. From 2017.

No Place To Hide

Friday 01:00 - 01:30

7/8. The mission is over, but can John Rennie deal with becoming the target of his own side? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Friday 01:30 - 02:00

5/6. Kim stages a dangerous subterfuge to throw her dogged pursuers off the scent, but Charles pays the price. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

Tales From the Mausoleum Club

Friday 02:00 - 02:30

1/6. Wannabe member the Honourable Clarence Green hears the creepy saga of an otolaryngologist. Stars Terence Stamp. From 1987.

The Burkiss Way

Friday 02:30 - 03:00

5/13. Transcendental instruction imparted by Jo Kendall, Nigel Rees, Chris Emmett and Fred Harris. From January 1977.

All Those Women

Friday 03:00 - 03:30

Everyone seems to have something new on the horizon, except Maggie that is. Stars Lesley Manville and Marcia Warren. From 2016.

A Simple Heart

Friday 03:30 - 03:45

3/3. Félicité has a new friend as she grows old in the house which is no longer hers. Concluded by Julian Barnes.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Friday 03:45 - 04:00

4/5. Vera fears that Irene has ended up in the Hospital Psych ward! Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

Who Goes There?

Friday 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Fred Housego, Lynne Truss and Anthony Holden. From October 2002.

Ballylenon

Friday 04:30 - 05:00

4/6. Phonsie urges Ballylenon to grab agritourism grants with both hands. The 1960s reach the sleepy Irish town. Stars Gerard Murphy.

Waverley

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

4/4. Edward Waverley and the Jacobite army reach Derby, but then the retreat begins. Stars Richard Greenwood and Wendy Seager.

No Place To Hide

Friday 06:00 - 06:30

8/8. Will John Rennie and Joanna be able to escape his past, and find peace and happiness? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Friday 06:30 - 07:00

6/6. Kim is a captive of Mr Stone, Todd Fisher is on the verge of death, and Medusa has apparently been activated. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

No Commitments

Friday 07:00 - 07:30

1/6. Anna struggles to be free of her younger sisters, who think her life is empty. Stars Rosemary Leach and Celia Imrie. From 1992.

Steptoe and Son

Friday 07:30 - 08:00

4/8. Albert hinders the romantic endeavours of Harold. Adapted from BBC TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From 1972.

Mark Steel's In Town

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

2/7. Mark Steel visits Tring in Hertfordshire and performs a bespoke evening of comedy for a local audience. From 2022.

Short Works

Friday 08:30 - 08:45

When a man returns home to find old connections strained by his long absence, books must bridge the gap. Read by Manu Kurewa.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Friday 08:45 - 09:00

5/5. Irene is horrified that her whole family are now living in Vera's compound. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

'Whatever Next?' With Miles Jupp

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

1/4. Miles Jupp and guests with whimsical sketches including a new BBC1 game show and a jumper podcast. With Julia Davis. From 2022.

Just So Science

Friday 09:30 - 09:45

5/5. Vivienne Parry with the science behind Kipling's stories - like muscular hydrostats. Readings by Samuel West. From 2014.

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 Reverend Canon Edwin Counsell.

Soul Music

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

Conductor Leonard Slatkin reflects on the potent impact of the adagio that became America's 'national funeral music'. From 2002.

A Dewey Decimal

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

Shaun Wallace investigates Melvil Dewey's book organisation system for libraries - and the impact of the internet. From 2007.

No Place To Hide

Friday 11:00 - 11:30

8/8. Will John Rennie and Joanna be able to escape his past, and find peace and happiness? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Friday 11:30 - 12:00

6/6. Kim is a captive of Mr Stone, Todd Fisher is on the verge of death, and Medusa has apparently been activated. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

No Commitments

Friday 12:00 - 12:30

1/6. Anna struggles to be free of her younger sisters, who think her life is empty. Stars Rosemary Leach and Celia Imrie. From 1992.

Steptoe and Son

Friday 12:30 - 13:00

4/8. Albert hinders the romantic endeavours of Harold. Adapted from BBC TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From 1972.

Mark Steel's In Town

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

2/7. Mark Steel visits Tring in Hertfordshire and performs a bespoke evening of comedy for a local audience. From 2022.

Short Works

Friday 13:30 - 13:45

When a man returns home to find old connections strained by his long absence, books must bridge the gap. Read by Manu Kurewa.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Friday 13:45 - 14:00

5/5. Irene is horrified that her whole family are now living in Vera's compound. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Personality Test

Friday 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. The Labour Party's former deputy leader Roy Hattersley quizzes a panel about himself. With Sue Perkins and Robin Ince. From 2006.

King Street Junior Revisited

Friday 14:30 - 15:00

2/6. Wintery weather and a disappearing lollipop lady cause problems for the school staff. Stars Carolyn Pickles. From July 2004.

Dewey Eyed

Friday 15:00 - 15:45

What can Philippa do, when the Dewey Decimal cataloguing system is the only language her mum understands? Stars Olivia Colman.

Short Works

Friday 15:45 - 16:00

A teenage girl wonders why her life is so different from the visitors to her village. Read by Deeivya Meir.

Soul Music

Friday 16:00 - 16:30

Conductor Leonard Slatkin reflects on the potent impact of the adagio that became America's 'national funeral music'. From 2002.

A Dewey Decimal

Friday 16:30 - 17:00

Shaun Wallace investigates Melvil Dewey's book organisation system for libraries - and the impact of the internet. From 2007.

No Place To Hide

Friday 17:00 - 17:30

8/8. Will John Rennie and Joanna be able to escape his past, and find peace and happiness? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Friday 17:30 - 18:00

6/6. Kim is a captive of Mr Stone, Todd Fisher is on the verge of death, and Medusa has apparently been activated. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

No Commitments

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

1/6. Anna struggles to be free of her younger sisters, who think her life is empty. Stars Rosemary Leach and Celia Imrie. From 1992.

Steptoe and Son

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

4/8. Albert hinders the romantic endeavours of Harold. Adapted from BBC TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From 1972.

Mark Steel's In Town

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

2/7. Mark Steel visits Tring in Hertfordshire and performs a bespoke evening of comedy for a local audience. From 2022.

Short Works

Friday 19:30 - 19:45

When a man returns home to find old connections strained by his long absence, books must bridge the gap. Read by Manu Kurewa.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Friday 19:45 - 20:00

5/5. Irene is horrified that her whole family are now living in Vera's compound. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Personality Test

Friday 20:00 - 20:30

1/6. The Labour Party's former deputy leader Roy Hattersley quizzes a panel about himself. With Sue Perkins and Robin Ince. From 2006.

King Street Junior Revisited

Friday 20:30 - 21:00

2/6. Wintery weather and a disappearing lollipop lady cause problems for the school staff. Stars Carolyn Pickles. From July 2004.

Dewey Eyed

Friday 21:00 - 21:45

What can Philippa do, when the Dewey Decimal cataloguing system is the only language her mum understands? Stars Olivia Colman.

Short Works

Friday 21:45 - 22:00

A teenage girl wonders why her life is so different from the visitors to her village. Read by Deeivya Meir.

'Whatever Next?' With Miles Jupp

Friday 22:00 - 22:30

1/4. Miles Jupp and guests with whimsical sketches including a new BBC1 game show and a jumper podcast. With Julia Davis. From 2022.

Unnatural Acts

Friday 22:30 - 22:55

4/6. The gang go on a trip out and wind up at Sizefield nuclear power plant. Stars Kit Hollerbach and Jeremy Hardy. From April 1987.

The Comedy Club Interview

Friday 22:55 - 23:00

The Comedy Club - Two hours of comedy, every night from 10pm. Tonight, Alison Spittle wraps up her three-part chat with Hal Cruttenden.

The Hudson and Pepperdine Show

Friday 23:00 - 23:30

1/5. The country is in the grip of a violent backlash against celebrities. Stars Mel Hudson and Vicki Pepperdine. From 2005.

Hal

Friday 23:30 - 00:00

2/4. The hapless house husband is on the local news and inadvertently becomes a web sensation. Starring Hal Cruttenden. From 2017.

Sat Mar 21
Soul Music

Saturday 00:00 - 00:30

Conductor Leonard Slatkin reflects on the potent impact of the adagio that became America's 'national funeral music'. From 2002.

A Dewey Decimal

Saturday 00:30 - 01:00

Shaun Wallace investigates Melvil Dewey's book organisation system for libraries - and the impact of the internet. From 2007.

No Place To Hide

Saturday 01:00 - 01:30

8/8. Will John Rennie and Joanna be able to escape his past, and find peace and happiness? Stars James Kerry.

Only the Good Die Young

Saturday 01:30 - 02:00

6/6. Kim is a captive of Mr Stone, Todd Fisher is on the verge of death, and Medusa has apparently been activated. Stars Siriol Jenkins.

No Commitments

Saturday 02:00 - 02:30

1/6. Anna struggles to be free of her younger sisters, who think her life is empty. Stars Rosemary Leach and Celia Imrie. From 1992.

Steptoe and Son

Saturday 02:30 - 03:00

4/8. Albert hinders the romantic endeavours of Harold. Adapted from BBC TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From 1972.

Mark Steel's In Town

Saturday 03:00 - 03:30

2/7. Mark Steel visits Tring in Hertfordshire and performs a bespoke evening of comedy for a local audience. From 2022.

Short Works

Saturday 03:30 - 03:45

When a man returns home to find old connections strained by his long absence, books must bridge the gap. Read by Manu Kurewa.

Ladies of Letters Crunch Credit

Saturday 03:45 - 04:00

5/5. Irene is horrified that her whole family are now living in Vera's compound. Stars Patricia Routledge and Prunella Scales.

The Personality Test

Saturday 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. The Labour Party's former deputy leader Roy Hattersley quizzes a panel about himself. With Sue Perkins and Robin Ince. From 2006.

King Street Junior Revisited

Saturday 04:30 - 05:00

2/6. Wintery weather and a disappearing lollipop lady cause problems for the school staff. Stars Carolyn Pickles. From July 2004.

Dewey Eyed

Saturday 05:00 - 05:45

What can Philippa do, when the Dewey Decimal cataloguing system is the only language her mum understands? Stars Olivia Colman.

Short Works

Saturday 05:45 - 06:00

A teenage girl wonders why her life is so different from the visitors to her village. Read by Deeivya Meir.

Road to Rocio

Saturday 06:00 - 07:30

4 Extra Debut. They have the sounds, but can radio producer Brian capture the true meaning of a Spanish fiesta? Starring James Bolam.

The Milligan Papers

Saturday 07:30 - 08:00

5/6. Beleaguered Britain, 1941: Scientists work on a new bomb to harness the power of the prune. Starring Spike Milligan. From 1987.

TV Dinners

Saturday 08:00 - 08:15

4 Extra Debut. Ten-year-old Geoffrey gets two very strange gifts from his neglectful and eccentric parents. Stars Maggie Steed and Timothy West.

Up Against It by Joe Orton

Saturday 08:15 - 09:45

4 Extra Debut. Joe Orton's unfinished Beatles screenplay. Three men decide to overthrow the tweed wearing matriarchy. Stars Damon Albarn.

Borderlands

Saturday 09:45 - 10:00

Rona tries to escape from bad news in a remote landscape, but a neighbour helps her to find courage. Read by Gina McKee.

No Background Music

Saturday 10:00 - 11:00

4 Extra Debut. A former Vietnam triage nurse struggles with flashback phantoms who disrupt her life and dreams. Stars Sigourney Weaver.

Road to Rocio

Saturday 11:00 - 12:30

4 Extra Debut. They have the sounds, but can radio producer Brian capture the true meaning of a Spanish fiesta? Starring James Bolam.

The Milligan Papers

Saturday 12:30 - 13:00

5/6. Beleaguered Britain, 1941: Scientists work on a new bomb to harness the power of the prune. Starring Spike Milligan. From 1987.

TV Dinners

Saturday 13:00 - 13:15

4 Extra Debut. Ten-year-old Geoffrey gets two very strange gifts from his neglectful and eccentric parents. Stars Maggie Steed and Timothy West.

Up Against It

Saturday 13:15 - 14:45

4 Extra Debut. Joe Orton's unfinished Beatles screenplay. Three men decide to overthrow the tweed wearing matriarchy. Stars Damon Albarn.

Borderlands

Saturday 14:45 - 15:00

Rona tries to escape from bad news in a remote landscape, but a neighbour helps her to find courage. Read by Gina McKee.

No Background Music

Saturday 15:00 - 16:00

4 Extra Debut. A former Vietnam triage nurse struggles with flashback phantoms who disrupt her life and dreams. Stars Sigourney Weaver.

On The Beach

Saturday 16:00 - 17:00

1/2. In the aftermath of a nuclear war, a deadly radioactive cloud is moving slowly towards Australia. Stars Claudia Harrison.

Road to Rocio

Saturday 17:00 - 18:30

4 Extra Debut. They have the sounds, but can radio producer Brian capture the true meaning of a Spanish fiesta? Starring James Bolam.

The Milligan Papers

Saturday 18:30 - 19:00

5/6. Beleaguered Britain, 1941: Scientists work on a new bomb to harness the power of the prune. Starring Spike Milligan. From 1987.

TV Dinners

Saturday 19:00 - 19:15

4 Extra Debut. Ten-year-old Geoffrey gets two very strange gifts from his neglectful and eccentric parents. Stars Maggie Steed and Timothy West.

Up Against It

Saturday 19:15 - 20:45

4 Extra Debut. Joe Orton's unfinished Beatles screenplay. Three men decide to overthrow the tweed wearing matriarchy. Stars Damon Albarn.

Borderlands

Saturday 20:45 - 21:00

Rona tries to escape from bad news in a remote landscape, but a neighbour helps her to find courage. Read by Gina McKee.

No Background Music

Saturday 21:00 - 22:00

4 Extra Debut. A former Vietnam triage nurse struggles with flashback phantoms who disrupt her life and dreams. Stars Sigourney Weaver.

Craig Brown's Lost Diaries

Saturday 22:00 - 22:30

4/6. School's out for Barack Obama, Frank McCourt and Germaine Greer. With Jan Ravens and Alistair McGowan. From October 2010.

Sarah Millican's Support Group

Saturday 22:30 - 23:00

1/6. Agony aunt Sarah and her Support Group solve problems: a controlling partner and a non-drinker with no friends. From May 2011.

Life: An Idiot's Guide

Saturday 23:00 - 23:30

1/6. Stephen K Amos, plus Stephen Grant, Nish Kumar and Andrew Maxwell compile an idiot's guide to multiculturalism. From 2014.

The Harpoon

Saturday 23:30 - 00:00

3/4. Great beverages from history, in the nostalgic spoof of boys' adventure story papers. With Alistair McGowan. From March 1994.