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Sun Dec 03
On the Town With The League Of...

Today 03:00 - 03:30

...Gentlemen. 1/6. The dark comedy about the 'local people' of Spent, before it hit TV. With Mark Gatiss and Steve Pemberton. From November 1997.

Sentimental Journey

Today 03:30 - 04:00

Arthur Smith joins the star of numerous Hammer House of Horror films on a trip back to Argentina. From 1998.

Early Versions

Today 04:00 - 04:15

4 Extra Debut. Michael Rosen traces the history of the traditional folk tune, Sumer Is Icumen In. First played 700 years ago. From 1995.

Desert Island Discs

Today 04:15 - 05:00

4 Extra Debut. From Handel to Wagner. Hammer Horror actor Christopher Lee shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 1995.

The World of The Wicker Man

Today 05:00 - 05:10

2/2. Fifty years since The Wicker Man came to our cinemas, Evelyn Hollow speaks again to the actress Lesley Mackie about her involvement in this unique cult horror film.

The Wicker Man

Today 05:10 - 06:00

4 Extra Debut. A girl's disappearance leads Sergeant Neil Howie into a sinister conspiracy on a remote Scottish island. Stars Brian Blessed.

Poetry Extra: Out Of The...

Today 06:00 - 06:30

...Marvellous. Daljit Nagra selects Seamus Heaney - Out of the Marvellous with the Nobel Prize winner in conversation with Leon McAuley.

The Offing (Omnibus)

Today 06:30 - 07:40

1/2. In the wake of the Second World War, Robert departs his Durham village with no idea of where he'll end up. Read by Kevin Whately.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 07:40 - 07:50

Actor, musician and Neighbours icon Alan Fletcher with Canned Heat's Going up the Country and Jason Isbell's If We Were Vampires.

The Old Wives' Tale (Omnibus)

Today 07:50 - 09:00

3/3. Constance lives for her 19 year old son, Cyril, while Sophia runs her Paris hotel. Stars Marica Warren and Penelope Wilton.

The Eric Morecambe and Ernie...

Today 09:00 - 09:30

...Wise Show. 4/6. The popular double act visit their comic-loving bank manager and Ernie looks set to win at tennis. From September 1976.

The Navy Lark

Today 09:30 - 10:00

1/18. Stand by for crossed wires, when HMS Troutbridge is linked up to shore power. With Leslie Phillips. From October 1968.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Today 10:00 - 10:45

4 Extra Debut. From Massenet to Nina Simone. Presenter and entertainer Paul O'Grady shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 2003.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Today 10:45 - 11:00

David Attenborough traces the discovery of some common vegetables to their very wild, and exotic, beginnings. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Out Of The...

Today 11:00 - 11:30

...Marvellous. Daljit Nagra selects Seamus Heaney - Out of the Marvellous with the Nobel Prize winner in conversation with Leon McAuley.

The Offing (Omnibus)

Today 11:30 - 12:40

1/2. In the wake of the Second World War, Robert departs his Durham village with no idea of where he'll end up. Read by Kevin Whately.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 12:40 - 12:50

Actor, musician and Neighbours icon Alan Fletcher with Canned Heat's Going up the Country and Jason Isbell's If We Were Vampires.

The Old Wives' Tale (Omnibus)

Today 12:50 - 14:00

3/3. Constance lives for her 19 year old son, Cyril, while Sophia runs her Paris hotel. Stars Marica Warren and Penelope Wilton.

The Eric Morecambe and Ernie...

Today 14:00 - 14:30

...Wise Show. 4/6. The popular double act visit their comic-loving bank manager and Ernie looks set to win at tennis. From September 1976.

The Navy Lark

Today 14:30 - 15:00

1/18. Stand by for crossed wires, when HMS Troutbridge is linked up to shore power. With Leslie Phillips. From October 1968.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Today 15:00 - 15:45

4 Extra Debut. From Massenet to Nina Simone. Presenter and entertainer Paul O'Grady shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 2003.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Today 15:45 - 16:00

David Attenborough traces the discovery of some common vegetables to their very wild, and exotic, beginnings. From 2011.

The Destruction Factor

Today 16:00 - 16:30

5/6. Despite the national emergency, landowners try to profit from the deadly Exon strain. Stars TP McKenna and Rosalind Adams.

The Price of Fear

Today 16:30 - 17:00

Horror legend Vincent Price tells the mortifying tale of a man who spends the night among wax dummies. Stars Peter Barkworth.

Poetry Extra: Out Of The...

Today 17:00 - 17:30

...Marvellous. Daljit Nagra selects Seamus Heaney - Out of the Marvellous with the Nobel Prize winner in conversation with Leon McAuley.

The Offing (Omnibus)

Today 17:30 - 18:40

1/2. In the wake of the Second World War, Robert departs his Durham village with no idea of where he'll end up. Read by Kevin Whately.

Inheritance Tracks

Today 18:40 - 18:50

Actor, musician and Neighbours icon Alan Fletcher with Canned Heat's Going up the Country and Jason Isbell's If We Were Vampires.

The Old Wives' Tale (Omnibus)

Today 18:50 - 20:00

3/3. Constance lives for her 19 year old son, Cyril, while Sophia runs her Paris hotel. Stars Marica Warren and Penelope Wilton.

The Eric Morecambe and Ernie...

Today 20:00 - 20:30

...Wise Show. 4/6. The popular double act visit their comic-loving bank manager and Ernie looks set to win at tennis. From September 1976.

The Navy Lark

Today 20:30 - 21:00

1/18. Stand by for crossed wires, when HMS Troutbridge is linked up to shore power. With Leslie Phillips. From October 1968.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Today 21:00 - 21:45

4 Extra Debut. From Massenet to Nina Simone. Presenter and entertainer Paul O'Grady shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 2003.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Today 21:45 - 22:00

David Attenborough traces the discovery of some common vegetables to their very wild, and exotic, beginnings. From 2011.

Mark Watson Talks A Bit About Life

Today 22:00 - 22:30

4/4. Mark Watson asks who wants to live forever? Should life be more quality not quantity? With Tim Key and Tom Basden. From 2014.

Brian Appleton's Unofficial...

Today 22:30 - 22:45

...Multi-Media Lecture. 5/6. Brian is re-instated by the College Principal as long as he doesn't mention rock music. Stars Graham Fellows. From 2005.

We Know Everything

Today 22:45 - 23:00

5/6. If all the world's a stage, where does the audience sit? Dan Gaster and Paul Powell tackle audience quirky questions. From 1995.

Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!

Today 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. When Milton finally decides to empty his bins, he accidentally makes a delicious sparkling wine, and a deadly enemy. From 2016.

Edge Falls

Today 23:30 - 00:00

3/5. Feel the burn! Will a fitness drive stop Mick's smouldering envy or Victor's breakdown? Stars Sarah Lancashire. From July 2007.

Mon Dec 04
Poetry Extra: Out Of The...

Tomorrow 00:00 - 00:30

...Marvellous. Daljit Nagra selects Seamus Heaney - Out of the Marvellous with the Nobel Prize winner in conversation with Leon McAuley.

The Offing (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 00:30 - 01:40

1/2. In the wake of the Second World War, Robert departs his Durham village with no idea of where he'll end up. Read by Kevin Whately.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 01:40 - 01:50

Actor, musician and Neighbours icon Alan Fletcher with Canned Heat's Going up the Country and Jason Isbell's If We Were Vampires.

The Old Wives' Tale (Omnibus)

Tomorrow 01:50 - 03:00

3/3. Constance lives for her 19 year old son, Cyril, while Sophia runs her Paris hotel. Stars Marica Warren and Penelope Wilton.

The Eric Morecambe and Ernie...

Tomorrow 03:00 - 03:30

...Wise Show. 4/6. The popular double act visit their comic-loving bank manager and Ernie looks set to win at tennis. From September 1976.

The Navy Lark

Tomorrow 03:30 - 04:00

1/18. Stand by for crossed wires, when HMS Troutbridge is linked up to shore power. With Leslie Phillips. From October 1968.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Tomorrow 04:00 - 04:45

4 Extra Debut. From Massenet to Nina Simone. Presenter and entertainer Paul O'Grady shares his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From 2003.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Tomorrow 04:45 - 05:00

David Attenborough traces the discovery of some common vegetables to their very wild, and exotic, beginnings. From 2011.

Riot Girls: The Life and Loves...

Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00

...of a She Devil. 1/2. 4 Extra Debut. A wronged woman plans diabolical punishments for her husband and his mistress. Darkly comic fairy tale starring Hattie Morahan.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:30

...Hobbs. 5/9. Probing a military murder, the sleuth exposes a cryptic connection to Colonial India. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Tomorrow 06:30 - 07:00

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

The Offing

Tomorrow 07:00 - 07:15

6/10. Robert makes an unexpected discovery when he begins to clear out the shack in Dulcie's garden. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Tomorrow 07:15 - 07:30

...Recommend. 1/5. Sara leaves her native Sweden to visit her pen pal in Iowa but with unforeseen consequences. Starring Anna Koval.

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary...

Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:00

...Sandwich Bar. 4/4. Alexei Sayle outlines his problem with some of comedy's sacred cows, plus his issues with the Trade Unions. From 2019.

Steptoe and Son

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

2/8. Albert introduces his fiancee to a surprised Harold. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From March 1971.

After Henry

Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00

2/8. With her daughter Clare away in Australia, Sarah decides to rent her flat out. Stars Prunella Scales. From January 1989.

The Write Stuff

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

6/6. James Walton tests Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Russell Davies and Sue Limb in the literary panel show. From November 2014.

Ring Around The Bath

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

4/6. Desperate to move house, Stella tries burying the hatchet with the neighbours. Stars Penny Downie. From November 2004.

Riot Girls: The Life and Loves...

Tomorrow 10:00 - 11:00

...of a She Devil. 1/2. 4 Extra Debut. A wronged woman plans diabolical punishments for her husband and his mistress. Darkly comic fairy tale starring Hattie Morahan.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:30

...Hobbs. 5/9. Probing a military murder, the sleuth exposes a cryptic connection to Colonial India. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Tomorrow 11:30 - 12:00

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

The Offing

Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:15

6/10. Robert makes an unexpected discovery when he begins to clear out the shack in Dulcie's garden. Read by Kevin Whately.

THE READERS OF BROKEN WHEEL...

Tomorrow 12:15 - 12:30

...RECOMMEND. 1/5. Sara leaves her native Sweden to visit her pen pal in Iowa but with unforeseen consequences. Starring Anna Koval.

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary...

Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:00

...Sandwich Bar. 4/4. Alexei Sayle outlines his problem with some of comedy's sacred cows, plus his issues with the Trade Unions. From 2019.

Steptoe and Son

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

2/8. Albert introduces his fiancee to a surprised Harold. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From March 1971.

After Henry

Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00

2/8. With her daughter Clare away in Australia, Sarah decides to rent her flat out. Stars Prunella Scales. From January 1989.

The Write Stuff

Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:30

6/6. James Walton tests Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Russell Davies and Sue Limb in the literary panel show. From November 2014.

Ring Around The Bath

Tomorrow 14:30 - 15:00

4/6. Desperate to move house, Stella tries burying the hatchet with the neighbours. Stars Penny Downie. From November 2004.

Riot Girls: The Life and Loves...

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

...of a She Devil. 1/2. 4 Extra Debut. A wronged woman plans diabolical punishments for her husband and his mistress. Darkly comic fairy tale starring Hattie Morahan.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Tomorrow 16:00 - 16:30

...Hobbs. 5/9. Probing a military murder, the sleuth exposes a cryptic connection to Colonial India. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Tomorrow 16:30 - 17:00

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

The Offing

Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:15

6/10. Robert makes an unexpected discovery when he begins to clear out the shack in Dulcie's garden. Read by Kevin Whately.

THE READERS OF BROKEN WHEEL...

Tomorrow 17:15 - 17:30

...RECOMMEND. 1/5. Sara leaves her native Sweden to visit her pen pal in Iowa but with unforeseen consequences. Starring Anna Koval.

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary...

Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:00

...Sandwich Bar. 4/4. Alexei Sayle outlines his problem with some of comedy's sacred cows, plus his issues with the Trade Unions. From 2019.

Steptoe and Son

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

2/8. Albert introduces his fiancee to a surprised Harold. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From March 1971.

After Henry

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

2/8. With her daughter Clare away in Australia, Sarah decides to rent her flat out. Stars Prunella Scales. From January 1989.

The Write Stuff

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

6/6. James Walton tests Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Russell Davies and Sue Limb in the literary panel show. From November 2014.

Ring Around The Bath

Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00

4/6. Desperate to move house, Stella tries burying the hatchet with the neighbours. Stars Penny Downie. From November 2004.

Radiolab

Tomorrow 20:00 - 20:55

5/8. A chimp named Lucy teaches us the ups and downs of growing up human. With Jad Abumrad and Robert Krulwich.

Inheritance Tracks

Tomorrow 20:55 - 21:00

Singer and podcaster Jessie Ware chooses I Get a Kick Out of You by Ella Fitzgerald and Love is Stronger than Pride by Sade.

Mastertapes

Tomorrow 21:00 - 21:30

4 Extra Debut. Singer-songwriter Benjamin Clementine on his 2015 Mercury Prize-winning album, 'At Least For Now'. With John Wilson. From 2017.

Doctor Who - The War Doctor

Tomorrow 21:30 - 22:00

The War Doctor is officially a war criminal. But Cardinal Ollistra needs him in her fight against the Daleks. Stars John Hurt.

I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue

Tomorrow 22:00 - 22:30

3/6. Pippa Evans, Andy Hamilton, Tony Hawks and the Reverend Richard Coles are the panellists in this recording from the De Montfort Hall in Leicester, with Jack Dee in the chair.

Domestic Science

Tomorrow 22:30 - 22:45

3/4. A heady comic mix of maths and science with Festival of the Spoken Nerd exploring when stats are funny and more. From 2016.

Darren Harriott: Black Label

Tomorrow 22:45 - 23:00

3/4. Fast-rising comedy star Darren Harriott looks back at working as a bouncer on the doors of nightclubs and shops. From 2019.

The Now Show

Tomorrow 23:00 - 23:30

5/6. Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches, and are joined by David Eagle, Jessica Fostekew and Archie Henderson.

The Masterson Inheritance

Tomorrow 23:30 - 00:00

2/6. The family's fate is linked with that of a tumble dryer. Improvised comedy with Paul Merton and Josie Lawrence. From April 1993.

Tue Dec 05
Riot Girls: The Life and Loves...

Tuesday 00:00 - 01:00

...of a She Devil. 1/2. 4 Extra Debut. A wronged woman plans diabolical punishments for her husband and his mistress. Darkly comic fairy tale starring Hattie Morahan.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Tuesday 01:00 - 01:30

...Hobbs. 5/9. Probing a military murder, the sleuth exposes a cryptic connection to Colonial India. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Tuesday 01:30 - 02:00

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

The Offing

Tuesday 02:00 - 02:15

6/10. Robert makes an unexpected discovery when he begins to clear out the shack in Dulcie's garden. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Tuesday 02:15 - 02:30

...Recommend. 1/5. Sara leaves her native Sweden to visit her pen pal in Iowa but with unforeseen consequences. Starring Anna Koval.

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary...

Tuesday 02:30 - 03:00

...Sandwich Bar. 4/4. Alexei Sayle outlines his problem with some of comedy's sacred cows, plus his issues with the Trade Unions. From 2019.

Steptoe and Son

Tuesday 03:00 - 03:30

2/8. Albert introduces his fiancee to a surprised Harold. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From March 1971.

After Henry

Tuesday 03:30 - 04:00

2/8. With her daughter Clare away in Australia, Sarah decides to rent her flat out. Stars Prunella Scales. From January 1989.

The Write Stuff

Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30

6/6. James Walton tests Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Russell Davies and Sue Limb in the literary panel show. From November 2014.

Ring Around The Bath

Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00

4/6. Desperate to move house, Stella tries burying the hatchet with the neighbours. Stars Penny Downie. From November 2004.

Riot Girls: The Life and Loves...

Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00

...of a She Devil. 2/2. Ruth's campaign to punish her husband and his mistress advances and she will stop at nothing to get her way. Stars Barnaby Kay.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:30

...Hobbs. 6/9. Holmes investigates the brutal murder of a Spanish-speaking man in Surrey. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Tuesday 06:30 - 07:00

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.

The Offing

Tuesday 07:00 - 07:15

7/10. Dulcie explains the significance of the poems which Robert has found in the studio. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Tuesday 07:15 - 07:30

...Recommend. 2/5. Sara arrives from Sweden to find her pen pal, Amy, has died. She's welcomed by the locals and Amy's nephew. Stars Anna Koval.

For The Love of Leo

Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00

3/4. Leo meets a friend of his late wife who has a secret that leads him to question his spouse. Starring Mark Bonnar. From 2019.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:35

2/14. BBC Debut. Neddie wants to climb the world's highest mountain, but it's already been done. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1957.

King Street Junior

Tuesday 08:35 - 09:00

5/6. An anonymous message for Mr Sims - someone's idea of a joke? Trouble is, the message isn't very funny. Stars Karl Howman. From May 1995.

The Motion Show

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

1/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Garry Bushell and Gina Yashere. From July 2002.

Winston

Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00

1/6. A manipulative rogue threatens a family's harmony. Peter Tinniswood's bawdy comedy starring Bill Wallis. From April 1989.

Riot Girls: The Life and Loves...

Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00

...of a She Devil. 2/2. Ruth's campaign to punish her husband and his mistress advances and she will stop at nothing to get her way. Stars Barnaby Kay.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Tuesday 11:00 - 11:30

...Hobbs. 6/9. Holmes investigates the brutal murder of a Spanish-speaking man in Surrey. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Tuesday 11:30 - 12:00

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.

The Offing

Tuesday 12:00 - 12:15

7/10. Dulcie explains the significance of the poems which Robert has found in the studio. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Tuesday 12:15 - 12:30

...Recommend. 2/5. Sara arrives from Sweden to find her pen pal, Amy, has died. She's welcomed by the locals and Amy's nephew. Stars Anna Koval.

For The Love of Leo

Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00

3/4. Leo meets a friend of his late wife who has a secret that leads him to question his spouse. Starring Mark Bonnar. From 2019.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:35

2/14. BBC Debut. Neddie wants to climb the world's highest mountain, but it's already been done. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1957.

King Street Junior

Tuesday 13:35 - 14:00

5/6. An anonymous message for Mr Sims - someone's idea of a joke? Trouble is, the message isn't very funny. Stars Karl Howman. From May 1995.

The Motion Show

Tuesday 14:00 - 14:30

1/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Garry Bushell and Gina Yashere. From July 2002.

Winston

Tuesday 14:30 - 15:00

1/6. A manipulative rogue threatens a family's harmony. Peter Tinniswood's bawdy comedy starring Bill Wallis. From April 1989.

Riot Girls: The Life and Loves...

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

...of a She Devil. 2/2. Ruth's campaign to punish her husband and his mistress advances and she will stop at nothing to get her way. Stars Barnaby Kay.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

...Hobbs. 6/9. Holmes investigates the brutal murder of a Spanish-speaking man in Surrey. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00

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.

The Offing

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:15

7/10. Dulcie explains the significance of the poems which Robert has found in the studio. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Tuesday 17:15 - 17:30

...Recommend. 2/5. Sara arrives from Sweden to find her pen pal, Amy, has died. She's welcomed by the locals and Amy's nephew. Stars Anna Koval.

For The Love of Leo

Tuesday 17:30 - 18:00

3/4. Leo meets a friend of his late wife who has a secret that leads him to question his spouse. Starring Mark Bonnar. From 2019.

The Goon Show

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:35

2/14. BBC Debut. Neddie wants to climb the world's highest mountain, but it's already been done. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1957.

King Street Junior

Tuesday 18:35 - 19:00

5/6. An anonymous message for Mr Sims - someone's idea of a joke? Trouble is, the message isn't very funny. Stars Karl Howman. From May 1995.

The Motion Show

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

1/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Garry Bushell and Gina Yashere. From July 2002.

Winston

Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00

1/6. A manipulative rogue threatens a family's harmony. Peter Tinniswood's bawdy comedy starring Bill Wallis. From April 1989.

TED Radio Hour

Tuesday 20:00 - 20:50

10/52. Manoush Zomorodi talks to writer Jason Reynolds about his career of reaching kids through stories that let them feel understood.

Mastertapes

Tuesday 20:50 - 21:20

Singer-songwriter Benjamin Clementine answers audience questions about his 2015 album, 'At Least For Now'. From 2017.

Doctor Who - The War Doctor

Tuesday 21:20 - 22:00

The War Doctor works out the true capability and nature of the Daleks' Anima weapon. Stars John Hurt.

Best Medicine

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:30

This week Shaparak Khorsandi tells us to do less and talks about ADHD, and Professor Roger Kneebone explains what surgeons can learn from puppeteers, fighter pilots and chefs.

Earls of the Court

Tuesday 22:30 - 22:45

2/6. Johnno's set for a day out with his girlfriend, but Lloydie's still crashing on his sofa. Stars Will Adamsdale. From March 2010.

Quando, Quando, Quando

Tuesday 22:45 - 23:00

2/6. The brothers' salon is swamped by kids and some uninvited visitors. Stars Rainer Hersch and Catherine Tate. From November 1999.

The Absolutely Radio Show

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30

1/4. Today's technology at Stoneybridge Town Council, Miss Swansea contest and customer feedback. With Morwenna Banks. From 2015.

Think The Unthinkable

Tuesday 23:30 - 00:00

5/6. The hapless consultancy tackle a council's problem with a zoo. Stars Marcus Brigstocke and Robin Ince. From August 2004.

Wed Dec 06
Riot Girls: The Life and Loves...

Wednesday 00:00 - 01:00

...of a She Devil. 2/2. Ruth's campaign to punish her husband and his mistress advances and she will stop at nothing to get her way. Stars Barnaby Kay.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Wednesday 01:00 - 01:30

...Hobbs. 6/9. Holmes investigates the brutal murder of a Spanish-speaking man in Surrey. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Wednesday 01:30 - 02:00

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.

The Offing

Wednesday 02:00 - 02:15

7/10. Dulcie explains the significance of the poems which Robert has found in the studio. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Wednesday 02:15 - 02:30

...Recommend. 2/5. Sara arrives from Sweden to find her pen pal, Amy, has died. She's welcomed by the locals and Amy's nephew. Stars Anna Koval.

For The Love of Leo

Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00

3/4. Leo meets a friend of his late wife who has a secret that leads him to question his spouse. Starring Mark Bonnar. From 2019.

The Goon Show

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:35

2/14. BBC Debut. Neddie wants to climb the world's highest mountain, but it's already been done. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1957.

King Street Junior

Wednesday 03:35 - 04:00

5/6. An anonymous message for Mr Sims - someone's idea of a joke? Trouble is, the message isn't very funny. Stars Karl Howman. From May 1995.

The Motion Show

Wednesday 04:00 - 04:30

1/6. Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show. With Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Garry Bushell and Gina Yashere. From July 2002.

Winston

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00

1/6. A manipulative rogue threatens a family's harmony. Peter Tinniswood's bawdy comedy starring Bill Wallis. From April 1989.

Cutting Edge

Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00

1/3. Clues to a knife attack on a young doctor lead nowhere for DI Resnick. John Harvey's thriller stars Tom Georgeson and John Simm.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:30

...Hobbs. 7/9. Watson is shocked to find his friend gravely ill, seemingly hours from death. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Wednesday 06:30 - 07:00

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

The Offing

Wednesday 07:00 - 07:15

8/10. Summer is in full swing in the meadow and at the shore, and Robert feels himself changing. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Wednesday 07:15 - 07:30

...Recommend. 3/5. Discovering that her pen pal Amy has died, Sara decides to use Amy's books to open a bookstore there. Stars Anna Koval.

Mark Steel's In Town

Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00

2/6. Mark Steel visits Derbyshire's towns Matlock and Matlock Bath, performing a bespoke stand-up show for the residents. From 2017.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

14/20. Bored and miserable, the Lad tries to decide what to do. Classic episode starring Tony Hancock and Sid James. From April 1958.

Ballylenon

Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00

6/6. Will the 1000 Years Festival mark the end of the old courthouse battle? It's summer 1953 in the Irish town. Stars TP McKenna.

Counterpoint

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

8/13. Paul Gambaccini hosts the wide-ranging music quiz, with contestants from London and West Sussex. From 2012.

Four Joneses and a Jenkins

Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00

3/6. Megan awaits news, Mr Bootle considers his position and Mr Jenkins considers Megan. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead. From August 2000.

Cutting Edge

Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00

1/3. Clues to a knife attack on a young doctor lead nowhere for DI Resnick. John Harvey's thriller stars Tom Georgeson and John Simm.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Wednesday 11:00 - 11:30

...Hobbs. 7/9. Watson is shocked to find his friend gravely ill, seemingly hours from death. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Wednesday 11:30 - 12:00

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

The Offing

Wednesday 12:00 - 12:15

8/10. Summer is in full swing in the meadow and at the shore, and Robert feels himself changing. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Wednesday 12:15 - 12:30

...Recommend. 3/5. Discovering that her pen pal Amy has died, Sara decides to use Amy's books to open a bookstore there. Stars Anna Koval.

Mark Steel's In Town

Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00

2/6. Mark Steel visits Derbyshire's towns Matlock and Matlock Bath, performing a bespoke stand-up show for the residents. From 2017.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

14/20. Bored and miserable, the Lad tries to decide what to do. Classic episode starring Tony Hancock and Sid James. From April 1958.

Ballylenon

Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00

6/6. Will the 1000 Years Festival mark the end of the old courthouse battle? It's summer 1953 in the Irish town. Stars TP McKenna.

Counterpoint

Wednesday 14:00 - 14:30

8/13. Paul Gambaccini hosts the wide-ranging music quiz, with contestants from London and West Sussex. From 2012.

Four Joneses and a Jenkins

Wednesday 14:30 - 15:00

3/6. Megan awaits news, Mr Bootle considers his position and Mr Jenkins considers Megan. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead. From August 2000.

Cutting Edge

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

1/3. Clues to a knife attack on a young doctor lead nowhere for DI Resnick. John Harvey's thriller stars Tom Georgeson and John Simm.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Wednesday 16:00 - 16:30

...Hobbs. 7/9. Watson is shocked to find his friend gravely ill, seemingly hours from death. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Wednesday 16:30 - 17:00

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

The Offing

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:15

8/10. Summer is in full swing in the meadow and at the shore, and Robert feels himself changing. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Wednesday 17:15 - 17:30

...Recommend. 3/5. Discovering that her pen pal Amy has died, Sara decides to use Amy's books to open a bookstore there. Stars Anna Koval.

Mark Steel's In Town

Wednesday 17:30 - 18:00

2/6. Mark Steel visits Derbyshire's towns Matlock and Matlock Bath, performing a bespoke stand-up show for the residents. From 2017.

Hancock's Half Hour

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

14/20. Bored and miserable, the Lad tries to decide what to do. Classic episode starring Tony Hancock and Sid James. From April 1958.

Ballylenon

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

6/6. Will the 1000 Years Festival mark the end of the old courthouse battle? It's summer 1953 in the Irish town. Stars TP McKenna.

Counterpoint

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

8/13. Paul Gambaccini hosts the wide-ranging music quiz, with contestants from London and West Sussex. From 2012.

Four Joneses and a Jenkins

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

3/6. Megan awaits news, Mr Bootle considers his position and Mr Jenkins considers Megan. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead. From August 2000.

Playing the Dane

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

4 Extra Debut. In anticipation of his own stage Hamlet in 2011, Michael Sheen explores every actor's dream role. From October 2010.

A Good Read

Wednesday 21:00 - 21:25

4 Extra Debut. Stewart Lee, Dave Haslam and Harriett Gilbert discuss favourite books by Steve Aylett, Olivia Laings and Chris Paling. From 2019.

Doctor Who - The War Doctor

Wednesday 21:25 - 22:00

Cardinal Ollistra sends The War Doctor into the midst of a never ending war. But what is her real motive? Stars John Hurt.

Glenn Moore's Almanac

Wednesday 22:00 - 22:30

Comedian Glenn Moore looks in his almanac at world events and what he was doing at the time. As one British astronaut touches down from the ISS, Glenn decides to become the next.

The Museum of Everything

Wednesday 22:30 - 23:00

1/6. Wander around the many galleries and discover the real identity of Jack the Ripper. Stars Marcus Brigstocke. From March 2004.

Alex Horne Presents The Horne...

Wednesday 23:00 - 23:30

...Section. 2/6. Alex and his band explore the body with music and the help of comedian Phill Jupitus and rapper Lady Lykez. From March 2013.

The Skewer

Wednesday 23:30 - 23:45

8/8. Jon Holmes's comedy current affairs concept album remixes the news into satirical shapes. Contains strong language.

The Goldfish Bowl

Wednesday 23:45 - 00:00

2/8. Goldfish Anton tries to educate Liam, while their owners argue. Stars Shaun Prendergast and Hamish McColl. From September 1998.

Thu Dec 07
Cutting Edge

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

1/3. Clues to a knife attack on a young doctor lead nowhere for DI Resnick. John Harvey's thriller stars Tom Georgeson and John Simm.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Thursday 01:00 - 01:30

...Hobbs. 7/9. Watson is shocked to find his friend gravely ill, seemingly hours from death. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1966.

Three Act Tragedy

Thursday 01:30 - 02:00

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

The Offing

Thursday 02:00 - 02:15

8/10. Summer is in full swing in the meadow and at the shore, and Robert feels himself changing. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Thursday 02:15 - 02:30

...Recommend. 3/5. Discovering that her pen pal Amy has died, Sara decides to use Amy's books to open a bookstore there. Stars Anna Koval.

Mark Steel's In Town

Thursday 02:30 - 03:00

2/6. Mark Steel visits Derbyshire's towns Matlock and Matlock Bath, performing a bespoke stand-up show for the residents. From 2017.

Hancock's Half Hour

Thursday 03:00 - 03:30

14/20. Bored and miserable, the Lad tries to decide what to do. Classic episode starring Tony Hancock and Sid James. From April 1958.

Ballylenon

Thursday 03:30 - 04:00

6/6. Will the 1000 Years Festival mark the end of the old courthouse battle? It's summer 1953 in the Irish town. Stars TP McKenna.

Counterpoint

Thursday 04:00 - 04:30

8/13. Paul Gambaccini hosts the wide-ranging music quiz, with contestants from London and West Sussex. From 2012.

Four Joneses and a Jenkins

Thursday 04:30 - 05:00

3/6. Megan awaits news, Mr Bootle considers his position and Mr Jenkins considers Megan. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead. From August 2000.

Cutting Edge

Thursday 05:00 - 06:00

2/3. After another brutal attack on a young male nurse, Resnick searches for motives within the hospital. Stars Tom Georgeson.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Thursday 06:00 - 06:30

...Hobbs. 8/9. The Baker Street sleuth is called to probe the disappearance of a very secret letter. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1967.

Three Act Tragedy

Thursday 06:30 - 07:00

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

The Offing

Thursday 07:00 - 07:15

9/10. A poem provides the key Dulcie has been searching for since Romy's death. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Thursday 07:15 - 07:30

...Recommend. 4/5. Everyone loves Sara's bookshop and they want to ensure she can stay on - not least Tom, her love interest. Starring Anna Koval.

The Break

Thursday 07:30 - 08:00

5/6. Uncle Jeff decides Andy needs a job to occupy his mind. But how to do it without Andy noticing? Stars Tom Palmer. From 2016.

Dad's Army

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

7/20. Calamity strikes when the Home Guard and ARP wardens share the church hall. Adapted from TV. With Bill Pertwee. From March 1975.

Second Thoughts

Thursday 08:30 - 09:00

8/8. It's Faith and Bill's wedding day - can they manage to tie the knot? Stars Lynda Bellingham and James Bolam. From December 1989.

The Unbelievable Truth

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

6/6. David Mitchell gets Lucy Porter, Sean Lock, Zoe Lyons, Jack Dee to lie with some truths. From July 2020.

The Richest Man in Britain

Thursday 09:30 - 10:00

2/6. Wealthy ex-rocker Dave Mabbutt has luxury property, technology and some unusual pets. Stars Mark Williams. From 2009.

Cutting Edge

Thursday 10:00 - 11:00

2/3. After another brutal attack on a young male nurse, Resnick searches for motives within the hospital. Stars Tom Georgeson.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Thursday 11:00 - 11:30

...Hobbs. 8/9. The Baker Street sleuth is called to probe the disappearance of a very secret letter. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1967.

Three Act Tragedy

Thursday 11:30 - 12:00

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

The Offing

Thursday 12:00 - 12:15

9/10. A poem provides the key Dulcie has been searching for since Romy's death. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Thursday 12:15 - 12:30

...Recommend. 4/5. Everyone loves Sara's bookshop and they want to ensure she can stay on - not least Tom, her love interest. Starring Anna Koval.

The Break

Thursday 12:30 - 13:00

5/6. Uncle Jeff decides Andy needs a job to occupy his mind. But how to do it without Andy noticing? Stars Tom Palmer. From 2016.

Dad's Army

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

7/20. Calamity strikes when the Home Guard and ARP wardens share the church hall. Adapted from TV. With Bill Pertwee. From March 1975.

Second Thoughts

Thursday 13:30 - 14:00

8/8. It's Faith and Bill's wedding day - can they manage to tie the knot? Stars Lynda Bellingham and James Bolam. From December 1989.

The Unbelievable Truth

Thursday 14:00 - 14:30

6/6. David Mitchell gets Lucy Porter, Sean Lock, Zoe Lyons, Jack Dee to lie with some truths. From July 2020.

The Richest Man in Britain

Thursday 14:30 - 15:00

2/6. Wealthy ex-rocker Dave Mabbutt has luxury property, technology and some unusual pets. Stars Mark Williams. From 2009.

Cutting Edge

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

2/3. After another brutal attack on a young male nurse, Resnick searches for motives within the hospital. Stars Tom Georgeson.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Thursday 16:00 - 16:30

...Hobbs. 8/9. The Baker Street sleuth is called to probe the disappearance of a very secret letter. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1967.

Three Act Tragedy

Thursday 16:30 - 17:00

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

The Offing

Thursday 17:00 - 17:15

9/10. A poem provides the key Dulcie has been searching for since Romy's death. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Thursday 17:15 - 17:30

...Recommend. 4/5. Everyone loves Sara's bookshop and they want to ensure she can stay on - not least Tom, her love interest. Starring Anna Koval.

The Break

Thursday 17:30 - 18:00

5/6. Uncle Jeff decides Andy needs a job to occupy his mind. But how to do it without Andy noticing? Stars Tom Palmer. From 2016.

Dad's Army

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

7/20. Calamity strikes when the Home Guard and ARP wardens share the church hall. Adapted from TV. With Bill Pertwee. From March 1975.

Second Thoughts

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

8/8. It's Faith and Bill's wedding day - can they manage to tie the knot? Stars Lynda Bellingham and James Bolam. From December 1989.

The Unbelievable Truth

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

6/6. David Mitchell gets Lucy Porter, Sean Lock, Zoe Lyons, Jack Dee to lie with some truths. From July 2020.

The Richest Man in Britain

Thursday 19:30 - 20:00

2/6. Wealthy ex-rocker Dave Mabbutt has luxury property, technology and some unusual pets. Stars Mark Williams. From 2009.

Jim Morrison's Will to be Weird

Thursday 20:00 - 21:00

1/3. Paul Gambaccini celebrates the mystique of singer Jim Morrison with 'Cult Heroes' and 'Like A Rolling Stone'.

Great Lives

Thursday 21:00 - 21:25

4 Extra Debut. Chef Rick Stein chooses the lead singer of The Doors, Jim Morrison. With Matthew Parris and Paul Gambaccini. From 2020.

Doctor Who - The War Doctor

Thursday 21:25 - 22:00

The War Doctor is shocked to discover the truth and the perpetual horror of the Neverwhen. Stars John Hurt.

It's a Fair Cop

Thursday 22:00 - 22:30

4/6. Policeman turned stand-up Alfie Moore takes an audience through real-life crime scenarios. This week's topic is a vehicle stop - when do the police have a right to stop your car?

Dan and Nick - The Wildebeest...

Thursday 22:30 - 22:55

...Years. Fish Gordon has only 48 hours to save the aquarium. Pilot of Dan Freedman and Nick Romero's surreal comedy. From August 1998.

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. And tonight, Jon Holmes speaks to stand-up comedian Janine Harouni.

The Maltby Collection

Thursday 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. Deputy curator Rod steps up his campaign to save the museum and pursue Prunella. With Julian Rhind-Tutt. From June 2007.

A Look Back At The Future

Thursday 23:30 - 00:00

6/6. From August 1994, Brian Perkins, Hugh Dennis and Kate Robbins host a retrospective on 2099, the year that time ran backwards.

Fri Dec 08
Cutting Edge

Friday 00:00 - 01:00

2/3. After another brutal attack on a young male nurse, Resnick searches for motives within the hospital. Stars Tom Georgeson.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Friday 01:00 - 01:30

...Hobbs. 8/9. The Baker Street sleuth is called to probe the disappearance of a very secret letter. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1967.

Three Act Tragedy

Friday 01:30 - 02:00

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

The Offing

Friday 02:00 - 02:15

9/10. A poem provides the key Dulcie has been searching for since Romy's death. Read by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Friday 02:15 - 02:30

...Recommend. 4/5. Everyone loves Sara's bookshop and they want to ensure she can stay on - not least Tom, her love interest. Starring Anna Koval.

The Break

Friday 02:30 - 03:00

5/6. Uncle Jeff decides Andy needs a job to occupy his mind. But how to do it without Andy noticing? Stars Tom Palmer. From 2016.

Dad's Army

Friday 03:00 - 03:30

7/20. Calamity strikes when the Home Guard and ARP wardens share the church hall. Adapted from TV. With Bill Pertwee. From March 1975.

Second Thoughts

Friday 03:30 - 04:00

8/8. It's Faith and Bill's wedding day - can they manage to tie the knot? Stars Lynda Bellingham and James Bolam. From December 1989.

The Unbelievable Truth

Friday 04:00 - 04:30

6/6. David Mitchell gets Lucy Porter, Sean Lock, Zoe Lyons, Jack Dee to lie with some truths. From July 2020.

The Richest Man in Britain

Friday 04:30 - 05:00

2/6. Wealthy ex-rocker Dave Mabbutt has luxury property, technology and some unusual pets. Stars Mark Williams. From 2009.

Cutting Edge

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

3/3. The brutal death of a ward sister intensifies Resnick's search for the hospital assailant. Stars Tom Georgeson and John Simm.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Friday 06:00 - 06:30

...Hobbs. 9/9. The Baker Street sleuth is pursued across Europe by his nemesis, Professor Moriarty. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1967.

Three Act Tragedy

Friday 06:30 - 07:00

5/5. Just as Hercule Poirot looks set to solve the murder mystery, there's a fresh death. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

The Offing

Friday 07:00 - 07:15

10/10. Life changes for both Dulcie and Robert with the discovery of Romy's last letter. Concluded by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Friday 07:15 - 07:30

...Recommend. 5/5. Everyone longs for Sara to stay on and want her to marry Tom who she secretly loves. But how does he feel? Stars Anna Koval.

Between Ourselves with Marian...

Friday 07:30 - 08:00

...Keyes. Marian Keyes reads selections of her non-fiction writing on the theme of travel. With her friend Tara Flynn. From 2019.

Albert and Me

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

6/9. Single dad Bryan is wrapped in red tape at the benefits office. Stars Richard Beckinsale and Pat Coombs. From December 1977.

Rent

Friday 08:30 - 09:00

4/6. Richard is less than thrilled when Maria's flighty friend turns up. Stars Patrick Barlow and Barbara Flynn. From February 1995.

The Food Quiz

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

6/6. On Jay Rayner's menu are Stephen Fry, Clarissa Dickson Wright, Henry Harris and Kimiko Barber. From September 2005.

Plum House

Friday 09:30 - 10:00

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.

Cutting Edge

Friday 10:00 - 11:00

3/3. The brutal death of a ward sister intensifies Resnick's search for the hospital assailant. Stars Tom Georgeson and John Simm.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Friday 11:00 - 11:30

...Hobbs. 9/9. The Baker Street sleuth is pursued across Europe by his nemesis, Professor Moriarty. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1967.

Three Act Tragedy

Friday 11:30 - 12:00

5/5. Just as Hercule Poirot looks set to solve the murder mystery, there's a fresh death. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

The Offing

Friday 12:00 - 12:15

10/10. Life changes for both Dulcie and Robert with the discovery of Romy's last letter. Concluded by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Friday 12:15 - 12:30

...Recommend. 5/5. Everyone longs for Sara to stay on and want her to marry Tom who she secretly loves. But how does he feel? Stars Anna Koval.

Between Ourselves with Marian...

Friday 12:30 - 13:00

...Keyes. Marian Keyes reads selections of her non-fiction writing on the theme of travel. With her friend Tara Flynn. From 2019.

Albert and Me

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

6/9. Single dad Bryan is wrapped in red tape at the benefits office. Stars Richard Beckinsale and Pat Coombs. From December 1977.

Rent

Friday 13:30 - 14:00

4/6. Richard is less than thrilled when Maria's flighty friend turns up. Stars Patrick Barlow and Barbara Flynn. From February 1995.

The Food Quiz

Friday 14:00 - 14:30

6/6. On Jay Rayner's menu are Stephen Fry, Clarissa Dickson Wright, Henry Harris and Kimiko Barber. From September 2005.

Plum House

Friday 14:30 - 15:00

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.

Cutting Edge

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

3/3. The brutal death of a ward sister intensifies Resnick's search for the hospital assailant. Stars Tom Georgeson and John Simm.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Friday 16:00 - 16:30

...Hobbs. 9/9. The Baker Street sleuth is pursued across Europe by his nemesis, Professor Moriarty. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1967.

Three Act Tragedy

Friday 16:30 - 17:00

5/5. Just as Hercule Poirot looks set to solve the murder mystery, there's a fresh death. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

The Offing

Friday 17:00 - 17:15

10/10. Life changes for both Dulcie and Robert with the discovery of Romy's last letter. Concluded by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Friday 17:15 - 17:30

...Recommend. 5/5. Everyone longs for Sara to stay on and want her to marry Tom who she secretly loves. But how does he feel? Stars Anna Koval.

Between Ourselves with Marian...

Friday 17:30 - 18:00

...Keyes. Marian Keyes reads selections of her non-fiction writing on the theme of travel. With her friend Tara Flynn. From 2019.

Albert and Me

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

6/9. Single dad Bryan is wrapped in red tape at the benefits office. Stars Richard Beckinsale and Pat Coombs. From December 1977.

Rent

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

4/6. Richard is less than thrilled when Maria's flighty friend turns up. Stars Patrick Barlow and Barbara Flynn. From February 1995.

The Food Quiz

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

6/6. On Jay Rayner's menu are Stephen Fry, Clarissa Dickson Wright, Henry Harris and Kimiko Barber. From September 2005.

Plum House

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

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.

The Best Exotic Etiquette Academy

Friday 20:00 - 20:30

4 Extra Debut. Why is there such a demand for British etiquette around the world? Etiquette coach William Hanson investigates. From 2016.

Soul Music

Friday 20:30 - 21:00

3/5. Jerome Kern and Dorothy Fields' song from the 1936 film, Swing Time, sung by Fred Astaire, became a classic. From April 2016.

Curious Cases of Rutherford and...

Friday 21:00 - 21:30

...Fry. Will a venomous snake die if it bites itself? Science sleuths Drs Rutherford and Fry investigate toxic animals. From 2021.

Doctor Who - The War Doctor

Friday 21:30 - 22:00

East Berlin, 1961. The War Doctor hunts for Dalek mercenary, Lara Zannis, who's on a deadly mission. Stars John Hurt.

The 13 Million Club

Friday 22:00 - 22:30

13 million people in the UK can be classed as disabled. The first ever all-disabled line-up of acts on Radio 4 takes us on a unique, refreshing, sometimes spiky rollercoaster ride.

Wondermentalist Cabaret

Friday 22:30 - 22:55

2/4. Matt Harvey hosts a comedy-infused, musically-enhanced, interactive poetry cabaret. With Zena Edwards and Jerri Hart. From 2011.

The Comedy Club Interview

Friday 22:55 - 23:00

From 10pm until midnight, seven days a week, The Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. And tonight, Jon Holmes speaks to stand-up comedian Janine Harouni.

On the Hour

Friday 23:00 - 23:30

5/6. Ireland hits the headlines as the programme celebrates its 33rd birthday. Chris Morris fronts the news satire. From May 1992.

Weak at the Top

Friday 23:30 - 00:00

1/4. John Weak is an aggressive marketing director with no morals and little brain. Stars Alexander Armstrong. From September 2005.

Sat Dec 09
The Double

Saturday 00:00 - 01:00

Dostoyevsky's nightmare vision as civil servant Golyadkin's life is slowly stolen by a doppelganger. Stars Joseph Millson.

Cutting Edge

Saturday 01:00 - 02:00

3/3. The brutal death of a ward sister intensifies Resnick's search for the hospital assailant. Stars Tom Georgeson and John Simm.

Sherlock Holmes with Carleton...

Saturday 02:00 - 02:30

...Hobbs. 9/9. The Baker Street sleuth is pursued across Europe by his nemesis, Professor Moriarty. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thriller from 1967.

Three Act Tragedy

Saturday 02:30 - 03:00

5/5. Just as Hercule Poirot looks set to solve the murder mystery, there's a fresh death. Stars John Moffatt and George Cole.

The Offing

Saturday 03:00 - 03:15

10/10. Life changes for both Dulcie and Robert with the discovery of Romy's last letter. Concluded by Kevin Whately.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Saturday 03:15 - 03:30

...Recommend. 5/5. Everyone longs for Sara to stay on and want her to marry Tom who she secretly loves. But how does he feel? Stars Anna Koval.

Between Ourselves with Marian...

Saturday 03:30 - 04:00

...Keyes. Marian Keyes reads selections of her non-fiction writing on the theme of travel. With her friend Tara Flynn. From 2019.

Albert and Me

Saturday 04:00 - 04:30

6/9. Single dad Bryan is wrapped in red tape at the benefits office. Stars Richard Beckinsale and Pat Coombs. From December 1977.

Rent

Saturday 04:30 - 05:00

4/6. Richard is less than thrilled when Maria's flighty friend turns up. Stars Patrick Barlow and Barbara Flynn. From February 1995.

The Food Quiz

Saturday 05:00 - 05:30

6/6. On Jay Rayner's menu are Stephen Fry, Clarissa Dickson Wright, Henry Harris and Kimiko Barber. From September 2005.

Plum House

Saturday 05:30 - 06:00

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.

The Third Gentleman

Saturday 06:00 - 07:30

Cully, the 1790s Edinburgh sleuth, is forced to investigate a series of ritualistic wine-cellar murders. Stars Alexander Morton.

My Name Is Why (Omnibus)

Saturday 07:30 - 08:45

Lemn Sissay reads from his memoir about growing up in the care system in the 70s and 80s, and the redemptive power of poetry. Contains strong language.

Uncle Mort's South Country

Saturday 08:45 - 09:00

2/5. Giving a lift to a passenger causes some surprises for Carter and his uncle. Peter Tinniswood's adventures with Stephen Thorne.

Not in Front of the Children

Saturday 09:00 - 09:30

1/13. With Jennifer 'expecting', a weekend in the country goes awry. Stars Wendy Craig and Francis Matthews. From October 1970.

Whack-O!

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

10/12. The Headmaster faces a staffing crisis when a teacher has the temerity to leave. Stars Professor Jimmy Edwards. From 1962.

Jim Morrison's Will to be Weird

Saturday 10:00 - 11:00

2/3. Paul Gambaccini celebrates the mystique of Jim Morrison including: 'The Marriage of Heaven and Hell' and 'Dreadzone Aldous Huxley Readings'.

The Third Gentleman

Saturday 11:00 - 12:30

Cully, the 1790s Edinburgh sleuth, is forced to investigate a series of ritualistic wine-cellar murders. Stars Alexander Morton.

My Name Is Why (Omnibus)

Saturday 12:30 - 13:45

Lemn Sissay reads from his memoir about growing up in the care system in the 70s and 80s, and the redemptive power of poetry. Contains strong language.

Uncle Mort's South Country

Saturday 13:45 - 14:00

2/5. Giving a lift to a passenger causes some surprises for Carter and his uncle. Peter Tinniswood's adventures with Stephen Thorne.

Not in Front of the Children

Saturday 14:00 - 14:30

1/13. With Jennifer 'expecting', a weekend in the country goes awry. Stars Wendy Craig and Francis Matthews. From October 1970.

Whack-O!

Saturday 14:30 - 15:00

10/12. The Headmaster faces a staffing crisis when a teacher has the temerity to leave. Stars Professor Jimmy Edwards. From 1962.

Jim Morrison's Will to be Weird

Saturday 15:00 - 16:00

2/3. Paul Gambaccini celebrates the mystique of Jim Morrison including: 'The Marriage of Heaven and Hell' and 'Dreadzone Aldous Huxley Readings'.

The Double

Saturday 16:00 - 17:00

Dostoyevsky's nightmare vision as civil servant Golyadkin's life is slowly stolen by a doppelganger. Stars Joseph Millson.

The Third Gentleman

Saturday 17:00 - 18:30

Cully, the 1790s Edinburgh sleuth, is forced to investigate a series of ritualistic wine-cellar murders. Stars Alexander Morton.

My Name Is Why (Omnibus)

Saturday 18:30 - 19:45

Lemn Sissay reads from his memoir about growing up in the care system in the 70s and 80s, and the redemptive power of poetry. Contains strong language.

Uncle Mort's South Country

Saturday 19:45 - 20:00

2/5. Giving a lift to a passenger causes some surprises for Carter and his uncle. Peter Tinniswood's adventures with Stephen Thorne.

Not in Front of the Children

Saturday 20:00 - 20:30

1/13. With Jennifer 'expecting', a weekend in the country goes awry. Stars Wendy Craig and Francis Matthews. From October 1970.

Whack-O!

Saturday 20:30 - 21:00

10/12. The Headmaster faces a staffing crisis when a teacher has the temerity to leave. Stars Professor Jimmy Edwards. From 1962.

Jim Morrison's Will to be Weird

Saturday 21:00 - 22:00

2/3. Paul Gambaccini celebrates the mystique of Jim Morrison including: 'The Marriage of Heaven and Hell' and 'Dreadzone Aldous Huxley Readings'.

Fab TV

Saturday 22:00 - 22:30

1/4. The Preventers are called upon to save the world yet again. Comic homage to 60s cult TV. Stars Morwenna Banks. From 1996.

Mark Thomas: The Manifesto

Saturday 22:30 - 23:00

4/4. On Mark's agenda today: extend civilian partnerships to straight couples and ban traffic during the rush hour. From 2011.

That Mitchell and Webb Sound

Saturday 23:00 - 23:30

2/6. A macabre celebrity makeover show and the origins of the internet. Stars David Mitchell and Robert Webb. From September 2009.

The Croft & Pearce Show

Saturday 23:30 - 23:45

2/4. The award-winning duo with a bitter failed novelist and an IT manager baffled by a colleague's ineptitude. From 2016.

My Booze Hell by Little Johnny...

Saturday 23:45 - 00:00

...Cartilage. 2/4. The faded 70s idol fails to impress Melvyn Bragg while plugging his book. With Johnny Meres and Ben Miller. From October 1996.

Sun Dec 10
The Destruction Factor

Sunday 00:00 - 00:30

6/6. After sparking a plane crash, the deadly Exon plant strain's advancement continues. Stars T.P. McKenna and Paul Copley.

The Price of Fear

Sunday 00:30 - 01:00

Movie legend Vincent Price takes the bait, and tells a tale of horror from Down Under. Shark and chips, anyone? Stars Bill Kerr.

The Third Gentleman

Sunday 01:00 - 02:30

Cully, the 1790s Edinburgh sleuth, is forced to investigate a series of ritualistic wine-cellar murders. Stars Alexander Morton.

My Name Is Why (Omnibus)

Sunday 02:30 - 03:45

Lemn Sissay reads from his memoir about growing up in the care system in the 70s and 80s, and the redemptive power of poetry. Contains strong language.

Uncle Mort's South Country

Sunday 03:45 - 04:00

2/5. Giving a lift to a passenger causes some surprises for Carter and his uncle. Peter Tinniswood's adventures with Stephen Thorne.

Not in Front of the Children

Sunday 04:00 - 04:30

1/13. With Jennifer 'expecting', a weekend in the country goes awry. Stars Wendy Craig and Francis Matthews. From October 1970.

Whack-O!

Sunday 04:30 - 05:00

10/12. The Headmaster faces a staffing crisis when a teacher has the temerity to leave. Stars Professor Jimmy Edwards. From 1962.

Jim Morrison's Will to be Weird

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

2/3. Paul Gambaccini celebrates the mystique of Jim Morrison including: 'The Marriage of Heaven and Hell' and 'Dreadzone Aldous Huxley Readings'.

Poetry Extra: Midwinter

Sunday 06:00 - 06:30

Daljit Nagra selects Poetry Please - Midwinter with poems by Thomas Hardy, Miroslav Holub and Robert Frost. From 2016.

The Offing (Omnibus)

Sunday 06:30 - 07:40

2/2. Robert looks back on that summer that changed his life: clearing a shed he makes a discovery. Read by Kevin Whately.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 07:40 - 07:50

Actor and musician Johnny Flynn chooses Joe Hill by Paul Robeson and Close My Eyes by Arthur Russell.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Sunday 07:50 - 09:00

...Recommend (Omnibus). Sara leaves her native Sweden to visit her pen pal Amy in Broken Wheel, Iowa with unforeseen consequences. Stars Anna Koval.

The Eric Morecambe and Ernie...

Sunday 09:00 - 09:30

...Wise Show. 5/6. The comedy duo get up to monkey tricks in Ernie's play The Mighty Kong. With guest star Nicola Pagett. From October 1976.

The Navy Lark

Sunday 09:30 - 10:00

2/18. Captain Povey is keen to clear the decks of HMS Troutbridge, but Number One fights back. Stars Stephen Murray. From October 1968.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 10:00 - 10:45

4 Extra Debut. From Harry Belafonte to Gene Kelly. Strictly Come Dancing's Len Goodman shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2011.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 10:45 - 11:00

David Attenborough talks about Cicadas, strumming insects that fill the evening air across the world with sound. From 2011.

Poetry Extra: Midwinter

Sunday 11:00 - 11:30

Daljit Nagra selects Poetry Please - Midwinter with poems by Thomas Hardy, Miroslav Holub and Robert Frost. From 2016.

The Offing (Omnibus)

Sunday 11:30 - 12:40

2/2. Robert looks back on that summer that changed his life: clearing a shed he makes a discovery. Read by Kevin Whately.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 12:40 - 12:50

Actor and musician Johnny Flynn chooses Joe Hill by Paul Robeson and Close My Eyes by Arthur Russell.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Sunday 12:50 - 14:00

...Recommend (Omnibus). Sara leaves her native Sweden to visit her pen pal Amy in Broken Wheel, Iowa with unforeseen consequences. Stars Anna Koval.

The Eric Morecambe and Ernie...

Sunday 14:00 - 14:30

...Wise Show. 5/6. The comedy duo get up to monkey tricks in Ernie's play The Mighty Kong. With guest star Nicola Pagett. From October 1976.

The Navy Lark

Sunday 14:30 - 15:00

2/18. Captain Povey is keen to clear the decks of HMS Troutbridge, but Number One fights back. Stars Stephen Murray. From October 1968.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 15:00 - 15:45

4 Extra Debut. From Harry Belafonte to Gene Kelly. Strictly Come Dancing's Len Goodman shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2011.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 15:45 - 16:00

David Attenborough talks about Cicadas, strumming insects that fill the evening air across the world with sound. From 2011.

The Destruction Factor

Sunday 16:00 - 16:30

6/6. After sparking a plane crash, the deadly Exon plant strain's advancement continues. Stars T.P. McKenna and Paul Copley.

The Price of Fear

Sunday 16:30 - 17:00

Movie legend Vincent Price takes the bait, and tells a tale of horror from Down Under. Shark and chips, anyone? Stars Bill Kerr.

Poetry Extra: Midwinter

Sunday 17:00 - 17:30

Daljit Nagra selects Poetry Please - Midwinter with poems by Thomas Hardy, Miroslav Holub and Robert Frost. From 2016.

The Offing (Omnibus)

Sunday 17:30 - 18:40

2/2. Robert looks back on that summer that changed his life: clearing a shed he makes a discovery. Read by Kevin Whately.

Inheritance Tracks

Sunday 18:40 - 18:50

Actor and musician Johnny Flynn chooses Joe Hill by Paul Robeson and Close My Eyes by Arthur Russell.

The Readers of Broken Wheel...

Sunday 18:50 - 20:00

...Recommend (Omnibus). Sara leaves her native Sweden to visit her pen pal Amy in Broken Wheel, Iowa with unforeseen consequences. Stars Anna Koval.

The Eric Morecambe and Ernie...

Sunday 20:00 - 20:30

...Wise Show. 5/6. The comedy duo get up to monkey tricks in Ernie's play The Mighty Kong. With guest star Nicola Pagett. From October 1976.

The Navy Lark

Sunday 20:30 - 21:00

2/18. Captain Povey is keen to clear the decks of HMS Troutbridge, but Number One fights back. Stars Stephen Murray. From October 1968.

Desert Island Discs Revisited

Sunday 21:00 - 21:45

4 Extra Debut. From Harry Belafonte to Gene Kelly. Strictly Come Dancing's Len Goodman shares his castaway choices with Kirsty Young. From 2011.

David Attenborough's Life Stories

Sunday 21:45 - 22:00

David Attenborough talks about Cicadas, strumming insects that fill the evening air across the world with sound. From 2011.

Crash Course

Sunday 22:00 - 22:30

Marcus Brigstocke, Josie Lawrence and Mark Watson have 24 hours to cram on a given subject. David Tyler hosts. From 2019.

Brian Appleton's Unofficial...

Sunday 22:30 - 22:45

...Multi-Media Lecture. 6/6. Brian seeks revenge on his fellow rockers by exposing their mistakes, fluffs and bum notes. Stars Graham Fellows. From 2005.

We Know Everything

Sunday 22:45 - 23:00

6/6. Does colour exist or is it a pigment of our imagination? Dan Gaster and Paul Powell tackle audience quirky questions. From 1995.

Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones!

Sunday 23:00 - 23:30

3/6. The local lido is closing and a sit-in organised. But Milton's trunks are a biohazard, threatening any new pool plan. From 2016.

Edge Falls

Sunday 23:30 - 00:00

4/5. Who's making a monkey of Mick at the retail park? And where are all the war veterans? Stars Sarah Lancashire. From July 2007.