Vera Sackcloth-Vest and Ginny Fox rush down to St Ives in search of DH Lollipop. Vera's admirer winds up in the brambles. Stars Miriam Margolyes. Show more
Nicholas Parsons hosts the popular panel game. Show more
Lord Peter Wimsey exchanges harsh words with Harriet, and a dinner date leads to a shocking revelation. Stars Ian Carmichael. Show more
On July 12th 2011, Neptune was one year old - one Neptunian year that is. After its discovery 165 Earth years ago, it has orbited the sun once. What secrets does it still hold? Show more
Nun Martina leaves her convent and lands in a catering crisis of epic proportions. Stars Catherine Harvey. From January 1999. Show more
Mark discusses family life - but does it enrich us or merely guarantee hang-ups and frustrations? From September 2016. Show more
Albert takes action over Harold's gramophone. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From September 1966. Show more
The inept civil servants tackle London's parks and soon get in a flap. Stars Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. From July 1976. Show more
Made for 4 Extra. Miles Jupp hosts the bumper bonus version of Friday's programme.
The duo are set to tell all on Parky's TV chat show. Stars Sean Foley, Hamish McColl and Michael Parkinson. From February 2003. Show more
Prince Myshkin courageously returns to Russian society, after years abroad spent treating his epilepsy. Stars Paul Rhys. Show more
By Kevin Barry. An exotic spaghetti bolognese in a Manchester bedsit brings back romantic memories. Read by David Schofield. Show more
Charles Dickens - A Tale of Two Cities
2. The Old Order
45 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for years
Charles Darnay is on trial for treason, and the dissolute Sydney Carlton is defending him. Stars Robert Lindsay and Andrew Scott. Show more
Albert takes action over Harold's gramophone. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From September 1966. Show more
The inept civil servants tackle London's parks and soon get in a flap. Stars Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. From July 1976. Show more
Lord Peter Wimsey exchanges harsh words with Harriet, and a dinner date leads to a shocking revelation. Stars Ian Carmichael. Show more
On July 12th 2011, Neptune was one year old - one Neptunian year that is. After its discovery 165 Earth years ago, it has orbited the sun once. What secrets does it still hold? Show more
BBC National Short Story Award
BBC National Short Story Award 2015
Episode 4: The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher, by Hilary Mantel
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 Extra
In Hilary Mantel's shortlisted story for this coveted award which celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2015, a woman is held captive in leafy Windsor. Read by Rebekah Staton. Show more
After leaving school, an exotic guest back home sparks confusion for Muriel Hammond. Stars Claire Goose and James D'Arcy. Show more
As the Blitz begins in earnest, a group of East Enders storm the Savoy in demand of decent shelter for all. Read by Kenneth Cranham. Show more
Prince Myshkin courageously returns to Russian society, after years abroad spent treating his epilepsy. Stars Paul Rhys. Show more
Ned Sherrin hosts the music quiz featuring David Battye from Howarth, Roger Clarke from York and Susan McCombie from Lancashire.
Reluctant arms dealer Simon has a chance to leave during an American takeover bid. Starring Darren Boyd. From November 2010. Show more
Nun Martina leaves her convent and lands in a catering crisis of epic proportions. Stars Catherine Harvey. From January 1999. Show more
Mark discusses family life - but does it enrich us or merely guarantee hang-ups and frustrations? From September 2016. Show more
Mitch is conditioned at a 'sheep station' - the others have to plan their escape. 1954 classic set in 1971. Stars Andrew Faulds. Show more
Ian McMillan pays tribute to one of television’s longest running sitcoms. With Bill Owen and Kathy Staff. From August 2010. Show more
Albert takes action over Harold's gramophone. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From September 1966. Show more
The inept civil servants tackle London's parks and soon get in a flap. Stars Richard Murdoch and Deryck Guyler. From July 1976. Show more
Lord Peter Wimsey exchanges harsh words with Harriet, and a dinner date leads to a shocking revelation. Stars Ian Carmichael. Show more
On July 12th 2011, Neptune was one year old - one Neptunian year that is. After its discovery 165 Earth years ago, it has orbited the sun once. What secrets does it still hold? Show more
By Kevin Barry. An exotic spaghetti bolognese in a Manchester bedsit brings back romantic memories. Read by David Schofield. Show more
Charles Dickens - A Tale of Two Cities
2. The Old Order
45 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for years
Charles Darnay is on trial for treason, and the dissolute Sydney Carlton is defending him. Stars Robert Lindsay and Andrew Scott. Show more
Mark discusses family life - but does it enrich us or merely guarantee hang-ups and frustrations? From September 2016. Show more
Loyalties are split for our hero, as a billionaire plans to demolish his home ground. Stars Christopher Douglas. From May 2004. Show more
The best in contemporary comedy. Tiffany Stevenson chats to Ed Coleman.
The meddling social worker takes a homeless survey, and Brian arranges a stag night. Stars Sally Phillips. From December 2005. Show more
Reporter David Lander interviews the notorious spy at his luxury home in Bulgaria. Stars Stephen Fry. From September 1985. Show more
Mitch is conditioned at a 'sheep station' - the others have to plan their escape. 1954 classic set in 1971. Stars Andrew Faulds. Show more
Ian McMillan pays tribute to one of television’s longest running sitcoms. With Bill Owen and Kathy Staff. From August 2010. Show more
Lord Peter Wimsey exchanges harsh words with Harriet, and a dinner date leads to a shocking revelation. Stars Ian Carmichael. Show more
On July 12th 2011, Neptune was one year old - one Neptunian year that is. After its discovery 165 Earth years ago, it has orbited the sun once. What secrets does it still hold? Show more
BBC National Short Story Award
BBC National Short Story Award 2015
Episode 4: The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher, by Hilary Mantel
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraIn Hilary Mantel's shortlisted story for this coveted award which celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2015, a woman is held captive in leafy Windsor. Read by Rebekah Staton. Show more
After leaving school, an exotic guest back home sparks confusion for Muriel Hammond. Stars Claire Goose and James D'Arcy. Show more
As the Blitz begins in earnest, a group of East Enders storm the Savoy in demand of decent shelter for all. Read by Kenneth Cranham. Show more
Prince Myshkin courageously returns to Russian society, after years abroad spent treating his epilepsy. Stars Paul Rhys. Show more
Ned Sherrin hosts the music quiz featuring David Battye from Howarth, Roger Clarke from York and Susan McCombie from Lancashire.
Reluctant arms dealer Simon has a chance to leave during an American takeover bid. Starring Darren Boyd. From November 2010. Show more
