More tangles in Izzy's love life, when she and Dick head to dinner with Charles. Stars Imelda Staunton. From October 1988. Show more
The musical comedian presents his selection of classic comic songs. His guest is former Juicepig, Phil Nichol. From August 2005. Show more
An article on feng shui sparks a remarkable change in the life of a timid husband. Stars Peter Sallis and Gillian Barge.
Jazz musician and broadcaster Humphrey Lyttelton explores the troubled world of British band leaders after 1945. From November 2005.
Desperate to work, devious Robert digs his way out of a holiday with Sue. Stars John Gordon Sinclair. From February 1990. Show more
The love, marriage - and despair of three couples. A classical concert trip poses problems. Stars Jack Docherty. From 2013. Show more
The Lad tries to save a Cheam institution threatened by council closure. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From November 1959. Show more
Single dad Bryan finds himself double-booked for the festivities. Stars Richard Beckinsale and Pat Coombs. From December 1977. Show more
Patrick and Helen have a massive row. Billy dates a mystery woman. Written by and starring Jim Sweeney. From September 2002. Show more
Aristocrat Belport tries escapology to woo a music hall singer, but servant Ned is smitten too. Stars Paul Rider. From July 2004. Show more
Suspicious of tyrannical General Tilney, Catherine is determined to discover Northanger Abbey's secrets. Stars John Shrapnel.
By Moris Farhi. A wise gypsy wrestler comes to the aid of a couple whose relationship is threatened by their families' entrenched prejudices. Read by Grant O'Rourke. Show more
Rosie runs a beauty parlour in her village. Most of her clients come to talk and Rosie is invited to share some of the community's dark secrets. Show more
The Lad tries to save a Cheam institution threatened by council closure. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From November 1959. Show more
Single dad Bryan finds himself double-booked for the festivities. Stars Richard Beckinsale and Pat Coombs. From December 1977. Show more
An article on feng shui sparks a remarkable change in the life of a timid husband. Stars Peter Sallis and Gillian Barge.
Jazz musician and broadcaster Humphrey Lyttelton explores the troubled world of British band leaders after 1945. From November 2005.
TV quiz contestant Thomas delves into his troubled past to find the right answer to win a life-changing sum. Stars Anand Tiwari. Show more
A Short History of Ireland
Episode 113: The Dreary Steeples; Partition
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 Extra
The country's rich and turbulent story continues. With Richard Dormer, James Greene and Frances Tomelty.
As Peter's obsession with spy rings deepens, he encourages Anna to use code to allow them to communicate secretly. Show more
Michael Holroyd's first car may have been easy to drive, but this was Northern Ireland during the Troubles. Read by the author. From November 2012. Show more
Suspicious of tyrannical General Tilney, Catherine is determined to discover Northanger Abbey's secrets. Stars John Shrapnel.
Mel Giedroyc hears about the WW1 rations that had some rather smelly side effects. Plus the burger fit for a King (Charles Spaniel...) and an interview with Michael Morpurgo.
Angry widow Sarah dodges matchmakers and her mother's interference. Stars Prunella Scales and Joan Sanderson. From May 1985. Show more
Desperate to work, devious Robert digs his way out of a holiday with Sue. Stars John Gordon Sinclair. From February 1990. Show more
Patrick and Helen have a massive row. Billy dates a mystery woman. Written by and starring Jim Sweeney. From September 2002. Show more
Veteran historian Correlli Barnett and youngster Decca Aitkenhead exchange views in a clash of the generations. From March 2002. Show more
The Lad tries to save a Cheam institution threatened by council closure. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From November 1959. Show more
Single dad Bryan finds himself double-booked for the festivities. Stars Richard Beckinsale and Pat Coombs. From December 1977. Show more
An article on feng shui sparks a remarkable change in the life of a timid husband. Stars Peter Sallis and Gillian Barge.
Jazz musician and broadcaster Humphrey Lyttelton explores the troubled world of British band leaders after 1945. From November 2005.
By Moris Farhi. A wise gypsy wrestler comes to the aid of a couple whose relationship is threatened by their families' entrenched prejudices. Read by Grant O'Rourke. Show more
Rosie runs a beauty parlour in her village. Most of her clients come to talk and Rosie is invited to share some of the community's dark secrets. Show more
The love, marriage - and despair of three couples. A classical concert trip poses problems. Stars Jack Docherty. From 2013. Show more
A coat for showering and anthems of shame. Dave Gorman and Matthew Wright ponder the public's inventions. From October 2007. Show more
Evolution's epic story is revealed in the nostalgic spoof of boys' adventure story papers. With Peter Baynham. From August 1992. Show more
Milford sets out to rescue the Crab Prince. Stars Mark Heap, Nick Frost, Kevin Eldon and Peter Serafinowicz. From November 2002. Show more
TV quiz contestant Thomas delves into his troubled past to find the right answer to win a life-changing sum. Stars Anand Tiwari. Show more
A Short History of Ireland
Episode 113: The Dreary Steeples; Partition
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraThe country's rich and turbulent story continues. With Richard Dormer, James Greene and Frances Tomelty.
As Peter's obsession with spy rings deepens, he encourages Anna to use code to allow them to communicate secretly. Show more
Michael Holroyd's first car may have been easy to drive, but this was Northern Ireland during the Troubles. Read by the author. From November 2012. Show more
Patrick and Helen have a massive row. Billy dates a mystery woman. Written by and starring Jim Sweeney. From September 2002. Show more
Veteran historian Correlli Barnett and youngster Decca Aitkenhead exchange views in a clash of the generations. From March 2002. Show more
An article on feng shui sparks a remarkable change in the life of a timid husband. Stars Peter Sallis and Gillian Barge.
Jazz musician and broadcaster Humphrey Lyttelton explores the troubled world of British band leaders after 1945. From November 2005.
Suspicious of tyrannical General Tilney, Catherine is determined to discover Northanger Abbey's secrets. Stars John Shrapnel.
By Moris Farhi. A wise gypsy wrestler comes to the aid of a couple whose relationship is threatened by their families' entrenched prejudices. Read by Grant O'Rourke. Show more
Rosie runs a beauty parlour in her village. Most of her clients come to talk and Rosie is invited to share some of the community's dark secrets. Show more
