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National and international news from BBC Radio 4
Bells on Sunday comes from Westminster Abbey Show more
The South African opera star performing at the coronation. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4
Something Understood - a meditative reflection, illustrated with readings and music.
A batch made in heaven? Ruth Sanderson meets the farmer and baker working together to make better bread. Show more
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The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
Sunday
Coronation composer, Shamanism in the UK, Toy ducks in the baptismal font
44 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week with William Crawley. Show more
Television and radio presenter Nikki Bedi makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of the Radio 4 Appeal Fund. Show more
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The latest news headlines. Including a look at the Sunday papers.
The bishop of Newcastle, Dr Helen-Ann Hartley, reflects how themes of Christian service are earthed in the Bible and in her local community. From Newcastle Cathedral. Show more
Sara Wheeler argues that the new Carolean age should be about collective effort rather than focused on individual achievement. Show more
Martin Hughes-Games presents the Tree Sparrow. The tree sparrow looks like a freshly-scrubbed house sparrow; with its russet cap, white cheeks and smarter appearance. Show more
The Sunday morning news magazine programme presented by Paddy O'Connell
Reaction to the King's coronation.
Paper review with guests, Adjoa Ando, Lucy Fisher and Simon Heffer.
Kirsty is on the spot and Lynda faces an unexpected hurdle. Show more
Desert Island Discs
Professor Peter Hennessy, historian
37 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Professor Peter Hennessy, historian, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item he would take with him if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne. Show more
Sue Perkins challenges Gyles Brandreth, Jan Ravens, Tony Hawks and Rachel Parris to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Show more
The Food Programme
Coronation 2023 – How is Food Bringing us Together?
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Jaega Wise joins a community lunch, and explores the history of coronation eating from the 1500s to today. Show more
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Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world
The award-winning composer Hannah Conway describes her mission to give artistic expression to people who have lost or are losing their voices. Show more
This week's horticultural programme takes place in Worcester with a group of gardening experts answering questions from the audience. Show more
The series that looks at books, plays and stories and how they work. John Yorke explores the themes and structure of Tolstoy’s great nineteenth century novel Anna Karenina. Show more
Anna embarks on a passionate forbidden love affair with Vronsky in Tolstoy's drama of desire, transgression and heartache dramatised by Linda Marshall Griffiths. Show more
James Naughtie and readers are joined by novelist Sarah Winman, answering questions about her novel Tin Man. Show more
Celebrity birdwatchers and naturalists join Russell Davies for a celebration of birds in nature, art and culture, in a special programme from Slimbridge wetland centre. Show more
File on 4 investigates the secretive world of oil shipping, dark fleets and camouflaged cargos Show more
The South African opera star performing at the coronation. Show more
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
The latest weather forecast
Six O'Clock News
07/05/2023 Government defends Coronation protest arrests
15 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
The government has defended the police response to protests during the Coronation, amid complaints that officers who arrested dozens of people in London yesterday went too far.
Jon Kay chooses his audio highlights of the week. Show more
Leonard faces a crisis of confidence and David tries to make his presence felt Show more
Mark Steel visits Carlisle in Cumbria and performs a bespoke comedy show for the local residents. Show more
1961. Portobello Prom. Violetta and Rosie are perfecting vanilla icecream, but something far greyer than the rain outside threatens their peace. Read by Jessica Hardwick. Show more
The programme that holds the BBC to account on behalf of the radio audience
Last Word
Harry Belafonte, Jerry Springer, Valerie Winn, Kate Saunders
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Matthew Bannister on singer and actor Harry Belafonte, broadcaster Jerry Springer, runner Valerie Winn and author Kate Saunders. Show more
Ahead of the coronation, Adam Shaw gets exclusive access to the Royal Mint to see how the new commemorative coins are made. Show more
Television and radio presenter Nikki Bedi makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of the Radio 4 Appeal Fund. Show more
Short documentaries and adventures in sound which take place under the light of the moon presented by Josie Long. Show more
Leila Nathoo reflects on the Coronation and the local election results with Conservative MP Anthony Browne, Labour's Anneliese Dodds, pollster Joe Twyman and journalist Rosa Prince. Show more
Loose Ends
Richard E. Grant, Sandie Shaw, Emer Kenny, Bishi, LA Priest, Operation Mincemeat the Musical, YolanDa Brown, Clive Anderson
43 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Clive Anderson and YolanDa Brown are joined by Richard E. Grant, Sandie Shaw, Emer Kenny and Bishi for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from LA Priest. Show more
Something Understood - a meditative reflection, illustrated with readings and music.
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
Laurie Taylor takes a journey through the dancefloor, from the electric slide to the tango. Show more
Bells on Sunday comes from Westminster Abbey Show more
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.