Richard Allinson begins a festive stint sitting in for Chris Evans at Breakfast. Some bits of the show you will recognise, other bits you might not. Show more

Sara Cox sits in for Ken and is joined by Chris Difford from Squeeze on Tracks of My Years. Plus there's the Popmaster quiz, a Christmas Eve love song and the Record of the Week. Show more

Mark Goodier, erstwhile voice of the UK charts and 'the man who plays the best music', returns to BBC Radio 2 for a series of festive specials. Show more

Join the Cardiff-born singer, songwriter, author and BBC Radio 6 Music presenter Cerys Matthews for an eclectic afternoon of festive music. Show more

From the Games to Bond, Clare Balding looks back at the big stories and events of 2012 with her guests, Olympic champion Victoria Pendleton and national treasure Sarah Millican. Show more

Gloria Estefan celebrates Christmas in true Cuban style, picking her favourite seasonal tracks from the Latin world and inviting you to share in the traditions of 'Noche Buena'. Show more

Huey Morgan returns to NYC to uncover the legend behind the poem A Visit From St Nicolas and, with help from famous friends, he explores how his hometown shaped modern Christmas. Show more

Strictly judge Len Goodman plays more classic dance music tracks from the past 50 years. Knicker elastic, pickled walnuts and melting LPs feature in Led's musical reminiscences. Show more

To mark the 200th anniversary of their first publication, acclaimed writers re-interpret their favourite Grimm Brothers' Fairy Tales, giving them a modern and northern twist. Show more

Jarvis Cocker weaves together a hand-picked selection of music, drawing upon a record collection that includes classic artists and under-the-radar talent as well as spoken word. Show more

Nicki Chapman sits in for Janice with great music and top chat after midnight.

The Reverend Canon Roger Royle presents a live three-hour show featuring a seasonal blend of festive favourites and traditional carols for all Christmas morning early risers. Show more