With a new term looming, for the school teachers it's D-day minus one. Stars Carolyn Pickles and Marlene Sidaway. From April 2002. Show more
With no cash for a community centre, the priest turns detective over the mayor's plans. Stars Alun Armstrong. From March 2001.
The Roman detective has discovered a hidden room, but can he solve the lingering mystery? Stars Anton Lesser and Trevor Peacock.
What was the gunshot heard by the detective as the khansamah was being driven to jail? Sam Dastor reads HRF Keating's mystery.
A stabbing in the snow, a fatal fire, blackmail and hush money. Can the suave sleuth unravel the mystery? Stars Peter Coke. Show more
John Fuller-Carp wants victory in a 'no win, no fee' case of a broken thumb - and can of figs. Stars John Bird. From June 1998. Show more
Adventuring comedian Tim FitzHigham recreates a feat from 1811 of throwing a cheeseboard over four-and-a-half miles. From 2014. Show more
Albert helps son Harold to conquer the ballroom. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From June 1974. Show more
Kenneth Williams and Ted Ray take on the legend of Lord Nelson. Songs and sketches with Miriam Margolyes. From June 1974. Show more
Neighbouring islands are furious that the town has its own independent public house. Stars Lynn Ferguson. From November 2002. Show more
Simon Mayo discovers which generation is the funniest. With Holly Walsh, Lucy Porter and Adrian Walsh. From January 2010. Show more
A marriage of blackmail and convenience becomes a genuine love affair, tragically cut short by circumstance. Stars Julia Hills. Show more
By Nick Walker. Still damaged by his Vietnam experiences, Arnold is trying to arrange transport for a band due to perform at Woodstock. Read by Conleth Hill. Show more
The dramatic life of Emilie Peacocke, the first woman journalist on the Daily Express. Janys Chambers's play with Kathryn Hunt. From June 1999. Show more
Albert helps son Harold to conquer the ballroom. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From June 1974. Show more
Kenneth Williams and Ted Ray take on the legend of Lord Nelson. Songs and sketches with Miriam Margolyes. From June 1974. Show more
The Roman detective has discovered a hidden room, but can he solve the lingering mystery? Stars Anton Lesser and Trevor Peacock.
What was the gunshot heard by the detective as the khansamah was being driven to jail? Sam Dastor reads HRF Keating's mystery.
A stabbing in the snow, a fatal fire, blackmail and hush money. Can the suave sleuth unravel the mystery? Stars Peter Coke. Show more
Tommy is questioning his role in life. In need of help, he arrives at Anna's house uninvited and agitated. Stars Susannah Harker and Adam Paulden. Show more
A Short History of Ireland
Episode 80: The Races of Castlebar; The Union Proposed
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 Extra
The country's rich and turbulent story continues. With Richard Dormer, James Greene and Frances Tomelty.
Doris Lessing - The Grass Is Singing
Episode 5: Trying to Build a Future
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Mary Turner struggles with her husband's ever more desperate plans for the farm in 1940s Rhodesia. Read by Janet Suzman.
Personal, political and financial problems dog Hellé Nice as her glamorous racing years fade. Read by Harriet Walter.
A marriage of blackmail and convenience becomes a genuine love affair, tragically cut short by circumstance. Stars Julia Hills. Show more
The Hungarian railway run entirely by children, the story of Disney music, and think you've had a tough week? Mel hears about the intricate work of a brain surgeon.
Second Holmes
1. The Case of the Grandfather's Client
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for years
The grandsons of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson head to Baskerville Hall in a canine caper. Stars Peter Egan. From January 1983. Show more
John Fuller-Carp wants victory in a 'no win, no fee' case of a broken thumb - and can of figs. Stars John Bird. From June 1998. Show more
Lioba faces her biggest test, floating alone in pitch darkness - where only Cerberus feels truly at home. Stars Tessa Nicholson. Show more
In Paddy's absence Captain, Jet Morgan and his crew explore the asteroid. 1955 classic set in 1972. Stars Andrew Faulds. Show more
Albert helps son Harold to conquer the ballroom. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From June 1974. Show more
Kenneth Williams and Ted Ray take on the legend of Lord Nelson. Songs and sketches with Miriam Margolyes. From June 1974. Show more
The Roman detective has discovered a hidden room, but can he solve the lingering mystery? Stars Anton Lesser and Trevor Peacock.
What was the gunshot heard by the detective as the khansamah was being driven to jail? Sam Dastor reads HRF Keating's mystery.
A stabbing in the snow, a fatal fire, blackmail and hush money. Can the suave sleuth unravel the mystery? Stars Peter Coke. Show more
By Nick Walker. Still damaged by his Vietnam experiences, Arnold is trying to arrange transport for a band due to perform at Woodstock. Read by Conleth Hill. Show more
The dramatic life of Emilie Peacocke, the first woman journalist on the Daily Express. Janys Chambers's play with Kathryn Hunt. From June 1999. Show more
Adventuring comedian Tim FitzHigham recreates a feat from 1811 of throwing a cheeseboard over four-and-a-half miles. From 2014. Show more
Elis James hosts highlights of 2012's Machynlleth Comedy Festival in Wales, featuring James Acaster and Bridget Christie.
The best in contemporary comedy. Tonight, Arthur Smith chats to Angela Barnes.
Who will succeed Zorro? Can pensioners understand the futures trade? Stars David Mitchell and Robert Webb. From September 2009. Show more
John Weak discovers nothing is legally binding about a legally binding contract. Stars Alexander Armstrong. From September 2005. Show more
Lioba faces her biggest test, floating alone in pitch darkness - where only Cerberus feels truly at home. Stars Tessa Nicholson. Show more
In Paddy's absence Captain, Jet Morgan and his crew explore the asteroid. 1955 classic set in 1972. Stars Andrew Faulds. Show more
The Roman detective has discovered a hidden room, but can he solve the lingering mystery? Stars Anton Lesser and Trevor Peacock.
What was the gunshot heard by the detective as the khansamah was being driven to jail? Sam Dastor reads HRF Keating's mystery.
A stabbing in the snow, a fatal fire, blackmail and hush money. Can the suave sleuth unravel the mystery? Stars Peter Coke. Show more
Neighbouring islands are furious that the town has its own independent public house. Stars Lynn Ferguson. From November 2002. Show more
Simon Mayo discovers which generation is the funniest. With Holly Walsh, Lucy Porter and Adrian Walsh. From January 2010. Show more
A marriage of blackmail and convenience becomes a genuine love affair, tragically cut short by circumstance. Stars Julia Hills. Show more
By Nick Walker. Still damaged by his Vietnam experiences, Arnold is trying to arrange transport for a band due to perform at Woodstock. Read by Conleth Hill. Show more
The dramatic life of Emilie Peacocke, the first woman journalist on the Daily Express. Janys Chambers's play with Kathryn Hunt. From June 1999. Show more
