A saucy letter sparks suspicions for Iris. Is Bernard having an affair? Stars Su Pollard and Gorden Kaye. From February 1996.
Turmoil abounds when barrister John Fuller-Carp tries to join a lodge. Stars John Bird and Sanjeev Bhaskar. From May 1998. Show more
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To enhance her reputation, clairvoyant Myra Savage and her husband embark on a terrible course of action. Read by Anton Lesser.
By AM Burrage. In a reprise of the director's celebrated series from beyond the grave, convincing effigies become all too real. Stars Michael Roberts.
Rosie's contracted to organise a literary prize, but things don't go by the book. Stars Prunella Scales. From August 2002. Show more
The inventive political comedian chats to Bruce Morton and explains why being a stand-up is the best job in the world.
With romantic rivalry for Wren Chasen, Troutbridge's new mission goes with a bang. Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1963. Show more
A dangerous panto gang escapes, as the team go 'Nationwide'. With Jo Kendall, Fred Harris and Nigel Rees. From December 1976. Show more
Butterthwaite is getting a new museum - can Graham get an exclusive on the opening? Stars Jeffrey Holland. From June 1996.
The emotional rollercoaster to Exeter continues for both train staff and wedding party. Stars Jeremy Swift. From November 2009. Show more
Humphrey and Maud dash for freedom from the cruel captain, but Japan is 600 miles away. Stars Jack Klaff and Shelley Thompson. Show more
A child's innocent remark has devastating consequences for a nursemaid. Patience Tomlinson reads Dorothy Whipple's story.
The 2007 Lancashire murder victim's story, as told by her mother Sylvia. With poetry from Simon Armitage. Read by Rachel Austin. Show more
With romantic rivalry for Wren Chasen, Troutbridge's new mission goes with a bang. Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1963. Show more
A dangerous panto gang escapes, as the team go 'Nationwide'. With Jo Kendall, Fred Harris and Nigel Rees. From December 1976. Show more
The lascivious actor-sleuth fails to impress his ex-wife Frances. Meanwhile, could there be another victim? Stars Bill Nighy.
To enhance her reputation, clairvoyant Myra Savage and her husband embark on a terrible course of action. Read by Anton Lesser.
By AM Burrage. In a reprise of the director's celebrated series from beyond the grave, convincing effigies become all too real. Stars Michael Roberts.
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Two late-night phone calls bring playwright Alan Plater very different news, as he concludes his own story. With Christian Rodska.
Pitt resigns and the Treaty of Amiens allows breathing space in the war with France. Anna Massey continues the story of Britain.
Years after the murder confession, a letter reveals the truth. Deborah Findlay concludes Kate Summerscale's account. Episode 5 of 5.
Test your own will to live, and how to write a funny book about cancer. Miles Kington's last letters. With Michael Palin.
Humphrey and Maud dash for freedom from the cruel captain, but Japan is 600 miles away. Stars Jack Klaff and Shelley Thompson. Show more
As we finish listening to Mrs Frisby and the Rats of Nimh, we go on the hunt for mice and rats in Wales, and we join presenter Peter White - blind since birth - on a flying lesson.
It's turnip season on the Scottish island and Irene gets an offer she cannot refuse. Stars Lynn Ferguson. From April 2000. Show more
Rosie's contracted to organise a literary prize, but things don't go by the book. Stars Prunella Scales. From August 2002. Show more
Kurt Vonnegut's tale of the dilemmas facing scientists over discovering how to manufacture happiness. Read by Stuart Milligan. Show more
Raoul and the Persian enter the Phantom's lair to search for Christine. Stars Peter Guinness, Helen Goldwyn and James D'Arcy.
With romantic rivalry for Wren Chasen, Troutbridge's new mission goes with a bang. Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1963. Show more
A dangerous panto gang escapes, as the team go 'Nationwide'. With Jo Kendall, Fred Harris and Nigel Rees. From December 1976. Show more
The lascivious actor-sleuth fails to impress his ex-wife Frances. Meanwhile, could there be another victim? Stars Bill Nighy.
To enhance her reputation, clairvoyant Myra Savage and her husband embark on a terrible course of action. Read by Anton Lesser.
By AM Burrage. In a reprise of the director's celebrated series from beyond the grave, convincing effigies become all too real. Stars Michael Roberts.
A child's innocent remark has devastating consequences for a nursemaid. Patience Tomlinson reads Dorothy Whipple's story.
The 2007 Lancashire murder victim's story, as told by her mother Sylvia. With poetry from Simon Armitage. Read by Rachel Austin. Show more
The inventive political comedian chats to Bruce Morton and explains why being a stand-up is the best job in the world.
From 10pm - midnight, Sunday to Friday, the Comedy Club has two hours of comedy. Plus Arthur Smith talks to stand-up Nish Kumar.
Chris Morris hosts the news spoof, and the sport must go on for bereaved Alan Partridge. With Steve Coogan. From August 1991. Show more
Andy's dinner party sparks a rift with Julie. Alexei Sayle's quirky couple's comedy, with Siobhan Redmond. From November 1999. Show more
A people-eating blob starts rampaging through the capital. Starring John Woodvine and Sylvester McCoy. From December 1991.
Kurt Vonnegut's tale of the dilemmas facing scientists over discovering how to manufacture happiness. Read by Stuart Milligan. Show more
Raoul and the Persian enter the Phantom's lair to search for Christine. Stars Peter Guinness, Helen Goldwyn and James D'Arcy.
The lascivious actor-sleuth fails to impress his ex-wife Frances. Meanwhile, could there be another victim? Stars Bill Nighy.
To enhance her reputation, clairvoyant Myra Savage and her husband embark on a terrible course of action. Read by Anton Lesser.
By AM Burrage. In a reprise of the director's celebrated series from beyond the grave, convincing effigies become all too real. Stars Michael Roberts.
Butterthwaite is getting a new museum - can Graham get an exclusive on the opening? Stars Jeffrey Holland. From June 1996.
The emotional rollercoaster to Exeter continues for both train staff and wedding party. Stars Jeremy Swift. From November 2009. Show more
Humphrey and Maud dash for freedom from the cruel captain, but Japan is 600 miles away. Stars Jack Klaff and Shelley Thompson. Show more
A child's innocent remark has devastating consequences for a nursemaid. Patience Tomlinson reads Dorothy Whipple's story.
The 2007 Lancashire murder victim's story, as told by her mother Sylvia. With poetry from Simon Armitage. Read by Rachel Austin. Show more
