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00:00
  1. 00:0000:30
    The Devil in Amber Episode 2
    2/5. Dandy spy hero Lucifer Box is accused of murder as he probes a nasty Fascist cult.
  2. 00:3001:00
    Red Dwarf Infinity Welcomes Careful Drivers, Episode 1
    1/6. A raucous birthday bar crawl leads Dave Lister to a moon of Saturn and a fateful meeting.
  1. 00:0000:30
    Space Force Series 1, The Voice from Nowhere
    1/6. A routine trip to the moon turns into a nightmare for Captain Saxon Berry.
  2. 00:3001:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - A Thousand Tiny Wings, Episode 1
    1/3. With the Mau Mau uprising raging in 1950s Kenya, the Time Lord encounters an alien foe.
  1. 00:0000:30
    Space Force Series 1, Towards the Unknown
    2/6. The crew's Magnus Carter reveals the true nature of their new mission. With Nigel Stock.
  2. 00:3001:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - A Thousand Tiny Wings, Episode 2
    2/3. The Time Lord is forced to enlist the help of Nazi scientist, Doctor Elizabeth Klein.
  1. 00:0000:30
    Space Force Series 1, The Silver Strangers
    3/6. After drifting without power, the crew receive a mysterious message and spot a spacecraft.
  2. 00:3001:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - A Thousand Tiny Wings, Episode 3
    3/3. The Time Lord and Klein discover the true nature of their foe - but how to tackle it?
  1. 00:0000:30
    Space Force Series 1, The Time Ship
    4/6. Taken hostage by the aliens, the crew learn more about their mysterious captors.
  2. 00:3001:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - Survival of the Fittest, Episode 1
    1/4. Klein's Story: The Time Lord learns more about his dubious Nazi scientist companion.
  1. 00:0000:30
    Space Force Series 1, Threshold of Stars
    5/6. The captive crew discover what the aliens want from them - and Chipper causes concern.
  2. 00:3001:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - Survival of the Fittest, Episode 2
    2/4. The Time Lord transports his sinister companion to save a species from extinction.
  1. 00:0001:00
    Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug
    A tale of piracy, slavery and suspense, dramatised by Gregory Evans. Stars Clarke Peters.
01:00
  1. 01:0002:00
    Desert Island Discs: Long-play Michael McIntyre
    An extended edition of the comedian's Desert Island Discs, first broadcast in July 2011.
  1. 01:0001:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 1, Episode 6
    6/6. Simon delves into his HSE background for one final ruse. Starring Geoffrey Palmer.
  2. 01:3002:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 1
    1/4. When Inspector Alan Grant takes a train to the Highlands, a man's body is found.
  1. 01:0001:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 1
    1/6. Budget cuts spark conflict at the Cambridge college, and Gilbert is plotting.
  2. 01:3002:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 2
    2/4. Inspector Grant is intrigued by the mysterious death of the man in compartment B7.
  1. 01:0001:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 2
    2/6. The Master and the Dean's feud intensifies as a student is found cheating.
  2. 01:3002:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 3
    3/4. Alan Grant has freed himself from panic attacks, but a new obsession has taken their place
  1. 01:0001:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 3
    3/6. A Cambridge college student is found hanged, but was it suicide - or murder?
  2. 01:3002:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 4
    4/4. Inspector Grant returns to London, determined to solve the mystery of Bill Kenrick's death
  1. 01:0001:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 4
    4/6. A student confesses to murder, but Simon's not convinced he's guilty.
  2. 01:3002:00
    Sax Rohmer - The Green Spider
    The mystery of a strange being, a professor and a secret that could transform science.
  1. 01:0002:00
    Garrison Keillor's Radio Show Series 7, Episode 32
    32/32. The American funny man welcomes soprano Kiri Deonarine and author Jack Zimmerman.
02:00
  1. 02:0002:30
    It's A Funny Business Doris Hare
    Mum from 'On the Buses' chats about the highs and lows of a lifetime spent in performance.
  2. 02:3003:00
    How Tickled Am I? Series 1, Jimmy Clitheroe
    2/6. Mark Radcliffe profiles the diminutive entertainer who starred as a schoolboy on radio.
  1. 02:0002:30
    The Castle Series 4, Episode 2
    2/6. Someone, or something, is hacking into peoples' private conversations.
  2. 02:3003:00
    Cabin Pressure Series 2, Kuala Lumpur
    5/6. Captain Martin wants to start a club, but what about the Flap and Throttle?
  1. 02:0002:45
    News Quiz Extra
    Featuring jokes, clips and material that you won't have heard in this week's News Quiz.
  2. 02:4503:00
    Hearing with Hegley Episode 1
    1/8. The poet laureate of alternative comedy, John Hegley presents a selection of his work.
  1. 02:0002:30
    Coming Alive Series 1, Plumbing the Depths
    4/6. Ex-convict Terry is challenged to bring neighbourhood talent to the community centre.
  2. 02:3003:00
    Counterpoint 2005, Episode 6
    6/13. Ned Sherrin presents the general knowledge music quiz from Manchester.
  1. 02:0002:30
    Huddwinks Series 1, Railway '86 - The Movie!
    4/6. British Rail's new 'Silver Bullet' train ends up as a runaway express to Aberdeen.
  2. 02:3003:00
    HR Series 2, Dogging
    2/6. Sam, determined to help depressed Peter find a sense of purpose, gets him a dog.
  1. 02:0002:30
    Are You from the Bugle?
    Butterthwaite's frustrated reporter Graham lands an unexpected scoop.
  2. 02:3003:00
    Puzzle Panel Episode 10
    10/10. Fiendish brain teasers with Chris Maslanka, Professor David Singmaster and Robert Eastway.
  1. 02:0003:15
    In the Van Omnibus
    MI5 officer Yasmin has to preserve her relationship and prevent a terrorist attack.
03:00
  1. 03:0003:30
    All Gas and Gaiters Only Three Can Play
    Will Noote's playing away ruin the clerics' game? With Derek Nimmo. From February 1971.
  2. 03:3005:00
    Morse - The Silent World of Nicholas Quinn
    Inspector Morse tackles the murder of an invigilator in a foreign exam syndicate.
  1. 03:0004:00
    Vivat Rex The White Rose - And The Red
    16/26. The War of the Roses begins. Stars Hannah Gordon.
  1. 03:0004:00
    Vivat Rex Witchcraft
    17/26. Joan of Arc has been captured. Stars Hannah Gordon.
  1. 03:0004:00
    Vivat Rex Jack Cade
    18/26. Henry VI is beset by rivals. Stars Dame Peggy Ashcroft.
  1. 03:0004:00
    Vivat Rex A Paper Crown
    19/26. Rival royals clash. Stars Ian Ogilvy and Dame Peggy Ashcroft.
  1. 03:0004:00
    Vivat Rex Warwick The Kingmaker
    20/26. Edward IV faces his rivals. Stars Dame Peggy Ashcroft.
  1. 03:1504:00
    Medical Detectives The Last Infirmity
    2/4. Two ambitious young doctors tackle a yellow fever epidemic in 19th-century Cuba.
04:00
  1. 04:0004:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories Portrait of Young Man with Career and The Sympathetic Passenger
    Two tales of an unwanted guest and an outspoken hitch-hiker. Read by Crawford Logan.
  2. 04:1505:00
    Loose Ends
    Eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
  1. 04:0004:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories The Manager of the Kremlin
    A refugee from the Russian Revolution is running a successful night club in Montmartre.
  2. 04:1505:00
    Stephen Mollett - A House Halfway to Africa
    In painter Vincent Van Gogh's final years in an asylum, a nurse becomes fascinated by him.
  1. 04:0004:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories On Guard
    Before going abroad, a young man buys his fiancee a snappy puppy called Hector.
  2. 04:1505:00
    Dave Sheasby - Showing Promise
    A newcomer arrives at Marjorie's creative writing class to shake things up.
  1. 04:0004:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories On Guard
    A dog called Hector comes to dominate his mistress's life, while her fiance is abroad.
  2. 04:1505:00
    Martin Sorrell - Mary, Mary
    The imagination of the third Bennet sister gives Austen's Pride and Prejudice a new twist.
  1. 04:0004:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories Cruise
    Sailing round the Mediterranean, a lady writes about the upper-class antics on board ship.
  2. 04:1505:00
    Stephen Dunstone - The Drought
    Submerged in a reservoir, Jean's childhood home is uncovered during a drought.
  1. 04:0005:30
    Black Bartlemy's Treasure
    Jeffrey Farnol's swashbuckling tale of piracy, love and death on a desert island.
05:00
  1. 05:0005:30
    JM Barrie - Peter Pan An Awfully Big Adventure
    3/4. Captain Hook turns the tables, as the battle between the Lost Boys and the pirates begins.
  2. 05:3006:00
    Swish of the Curtain Episode 2
    2/4. The Bishop takes the children of the Blue Doors Theatre Company to Stratford.
  1. 05:0005:30
    Anything Legal Episode 7
    7/8. Charles and George's DIY skills arouse their wives' suspicions. From December 1984.
  2. 05:3006:00
    Married Series 3
    With his parallel universes collided, Robin is surprised at his nice behaviour. From 2001.
  1. 05:0005:30
    Up the Garden Path Series 1, Over and Out
    6/6. Maria makes up with hubby Gwyn - and Izzy has a surprise for Michael and Louise.
  2. 05:3006:00
    Two Doors Down Series 1, The Minister Has a Window
    3/4. Clare's in a flap over a dinner guest and his dog, so cleaner Sally stays on to help.
  1. 05:0005:30
    The Inimitable Jeeves The Metropolitan Touch
    6/8. Bingo's in love again, so Bertie and his valet are summoned to help. With Richard Briers.
  2. 05:3006:00
    The Leopard in Autumn Series 1, Plethora Princess Regent
    6/6. Awaiting news of a new Pope, Plethora takes over Monte Guano and Ludovico takes to bed.
  1. 05:0005:30
    For Better or for Worse Series 3, Episode 2
    2/6. Social plans galore are in peril when undertaker Bernard gets arrested.
  2. 05:3006:00
    Unnatural Acts Series 1, Ill Met by Moonlight
    5/5. When Kit gets hurt and Caroline gets fit, the gang uncover an unhealthy conspiracy.
  1. 05:0005:30
    Millport Series 1, Derek Dodds is Dead
    4/6. An unexpected death makes all the islanders question their priorities. From April 2000.
  2. 05:3006:00
    Smelling of Roses Series 3, Private View
    1/6. Events organiser Rosie plans a viewing for an odious art dealer. From July 2002.
  1. 05:3006:00
    Tonight Series 2, Episode 3
    3/4. Rory Bremner hosts the topical satire show.
06:00
  1. 06:0006:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 1, Episode 6
    6/6. Simon delves into his HSE background for one final ruse. Starring Geoffrey Palmer.
  2. 06:3007:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 1
    1/4. When Inspector Alan Grant takes a train to the Highlands, a man's body is found.
  1. 06:0006:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 1
    1/6. Budget cuts spark conflict at the Cambridge college, and Gilbert is plotting.
  2. 06:3007:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 2
    2/4. Inspector Grant is intrigued by the mysterious death of the man in compartment B7.
  1. 06:0006:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 2
    2/6. The Master and the Dean's feud intensifies as a student is found cheating.
  2. 06:3007:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 3
    3/4. Alan Grant has freed himself from panic attacks, but a new obsession has taken their place
  1. 06:0006:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 3
    3/6. A Cambridge college student is found hanged, but was it suicide - or murder?
  2. 06:3007:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 4
    4/4. Inspector Grant returns to London, determined to solve the mystery of Bill Kenrick's death
  1. 06:0006:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 4
    4/6. A student confesses to murder, but Simon's not convinced he's guilty.
  2. 06:3007:00
    Sax Rohmer - The Green Spider
    The mystery of a strange being, a professor and a secret that could transform science.
  1. 06:0007:30
    Black Bartlemy's Treasure
    Jeffrey Farnol's swashbuckling tale of piracy, love and death on a desert island.
  1. 06:0007:15
    EM Forster's Where Angels Fear to Tread Omnibus Episode 2
    2/2. Philip and Harriet arrive in Monteriano to rescue Lilia's baby from an Italian upbringing.
07:00
  1. 07:0007:30
    Married Series 3, Episode 3
    3/6. With Robin's universes collided, the King's ex-lover drops in. From September 2001.
  2. 07:3008:00
    Just a Minute Series 63, Episode 1
    1/6. Nicholas Parsons hosts, with guests Paul Merton, Julian Clary, Sue Perkins and Greg Proops
  1. 07:0007:30
    Two Doors Down Series 1, The Minister Has a Window
    3/4. Clare's in a flap over a dinner guest and his dog, so cleaner Sally stays on to help.
  2. 07:3008:00
    Cabin Pressure Series 3, Qikiqtarjuaq
    1/6. When MJN flies near the North Pole, the hunt is on for polar bears and a rogue lemon.
  1. 07:0007:30
    The Leopard in Autumn Series 1, Plethora Princess Regent
    6/6. Awaiting news of a new Pope, Plethora takes over Monte Guano and Ludovico takes to bed.
  2. 07:3008:00
    So Wrong It's Right Series 3, Episode 1
    1/6. Lee Mack, Susan Calman and Daniel Maier compete to supply the best wrong answers.
  1. 07:0007:30
    Unnatural Acts Series 1, Ill Met by Moonlight
    5/5. When Kit gets hurt and Caroline gets fit, the gang uncover an unhealthy conspiracy.
  2. 07:3008:00
    Tom Wrigglesworth's Open Letters Series 2, Compensation Culture
    3/4. Tom asks Ken Clarke MP if compensation culture is opposed to the theory of evolution.
  1. 07:0007:30
    Smelling of Roses Series 3, Private View
    1/6. Events organiser Rosie plans a viewing for an odious art dealer. From July 2002.
  2. 07:3008:00
    Tonight Series 2, Episode 3
    3/4. Rory Bremner hosts the topical satire show.
  1. 07:3008:00
    The Complete Caledonian Imbiber Episode 1
    1/4. Billy Kay celebrates the Scots drouth for ale, whisky and the great wines of Europe.
  1. 07:1507:30
    Jackie Wullschlager - Chagall Episode 3
    3/5. The artist meets his future wife Bella and his mentor Leon Bakst, and travels to Paris.
  2. 07:3008:00
    The Castle Series 4, Episode 2
    2/6. Someone, or something, is hacking into peoples' private conversations.
08:00
  1. 08:0008:30
    Beyond Our Ken
    Kenneth Horne entertains the Poetry Circle - and 'Hornerama' probes city money-makers.
  2. 08:3009:00
    Steptoe and Son The Stepmother
    Harold's not happy to meet Albert's new girlfriend. With Wilfrid Brambell.
  1. 08:0008:30
    The Goon Show Shifting Sands
    Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri which is drifting into peril.
  2. 08:3009:00
    Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead
    Improvement grants explained and a plumber muses on words. Sketch comedy from July 1972.
  1. 08:0008:30
    Hancock's Half Hour Hancock in the Police
    When Bill and the lad take to the beat, the crime rate soars after they meet Sid.
  2. 08:3009:00
    The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter Series 2, The Tiff
    4/6. The author and his wife Diana squabble over a lunch date. From November 1977.
  1. 08:0008:30
    The Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise Show Episode 5
    5/5. The duo welcome Penelope Keith, who does her own intro before performing in Ern's sketch.
  2. 08:3009:00
    Dad's Army Series 3, Absent Friends
    5/26. Mainwaring returns to platoon insubordination - and an escaped convict. From April 1976.
  1. 08:0008:30
    The Navy Lark Troutbridge's Party
    Peeved Pertwee is barred from a wardroom celebration for Admiral Sir Benjamin Troutbridge.
  2. 08:3009:00
    The Burkiss Way Series 1, Keep Unfit the Burkiss Way
    5/6. Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey.
  1. 08:0009:00
    Garrison Keillor's Radio Show Series 7, Episode 32
    32/32. The American funny man welcomes soprano Kiri Deonarine and author Jack Zimmerman.
  1. 08:0008:30
    All Gas and Gaiters Give a Dog a Bad Name
    Confusion reigns as Noote does his aunt a favour - behind the Bishop's back. From 1971.
  2. 08:3009:00
    Ray's a Laugh
    Ted and Kitty quarrel over her frock and reporter George gets festive. With Peter Sellers.
09:00
  1. 09:0009:30
    The Castle Series 4, Episode 2
    2/6. Someone, or something, is hacking into peoples' private conversations.
  2. 09:3010:00
    Cabin Pressure Series 2, Kuala Lumpur
    5/6. Captain Martin wants to start a club, but what about the Flap and Throttle?
  1. 09:0009:45
    News Quiz Extra
    Featuring jokes, clips and material that you won't have heard in this week's News Quiz.
  2. 09:4510:00
    Hearing with Hegley Episode 1
    1/8. The poet laureate of alternative comedy, John Hegley presents a selection of his work.
  1. 09:0009:30
    Coming Alive Series 1, Plumbing the Depths
    4/6. Ex-convict Terry is challenged to bring neighbourhood talent to the community centre.
  2. 09:3010:00
    Counterpoint 2005, Episode 6
    6/13. Ned Sherrin presents the general knowledge music quiz from Manchester.
  1. 09:0009:30
    Huddwinks Series 1, Railway '86 - The Movie!
    4/6. British Rail's new 'Silver Bullet' train ends up as a runaway express to Aberdeen.
  2. 09:3010:00
    HR Series 2, Dogging
    2/6. Sam, determined to help depressed Peter find a sense of purpose, gets him a dog.
  1. 09:0009:30
    Are You from the Bugle?
    Butterthwaite's frustrated reporter Graham lands an unexpected scoop.
  2. 09:3010:00
    Puzzle Panel Episode 10
    10/10. Fiendish brain teasers with Chris Maslanka, Professor David Singmaster and Robert Eastway.
  1. 09:0012:00
    Comedy Greats The Nineties, Part One
    1/2. Including Goodness Gracious Me, The Now Show, Hair in the Gate and On the Hour.
  1. 09:0009:30
    JM Barrie - Peter Pan Spring Cleaning Time Again
    4/4. Wendy longs for home, but first she and the brothers must be rescued from Captain Hook.
  2. 09:3010:00
    Swish of the Curtain Episode 3
    3/4. Mrs Potter-Smith aims to bring the curtain down on the Blue Doors' latest show.
10:00
  1. 10:0011:00
    Vivat Rex The White Rose - And The Red
    16/26. The War of the Roses begins. Stars Hannah Gordon.
  1. 10:0011:00
    Vivat Rex Witchcraft
    17/26. Joan of Arc has been captured. Stars Hannah Gordon.
  1. 10:0011:00
    Vivat Rex Jack Cade
    18/26. Henry VI is beset by rivals. Stars Dame Peggy Ashcroft.
  1. 10:0011:00
    Vivat Rex A Paper Crown
    19/26. Rival royals clash. Stars Ian Ogilvy and Dame Peggy Ashcroft.
  1. 10:0011:00
    Vivat Rex Warwick The Kingmaker
    20/26. Edward IV faces his rivals. Stars Dame Peggy Ashcroft.
  1. 10:0011:00
    Desert Island Discs: Long-play Sir David Attenborough
    An extended edition of the 70th anniversary programme with Sir David Attenborough.
11:00
  1. 11:0011:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories Portrait of Young Man with Career and The Sympathetic Passenger
    Two tales of an unwanted guest and an outspoken hitch-hiker. Read by Crawford Logan.
  2. 11:1512:00
    Loose Ends
    Eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
  1. 11:0011:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories The Manager of the Kremlin
    A refugee from the Russian Revolution is running a successful night club in Montmartre.
  2. 11:1512:00
    Stephen Mollett - A House Halfway to Africa
    In painter Vincent Van Gogh's final years in an asylum, a nurse becomes fascinated by him.
  1. 11:0011:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories On Guard
    Before going abroad, a young man buys his fiancee a snappy puppy called Hector.
  2. 11:1512:00
    Dave Sheasby - Showing Promise
    A newcomer arrives at Marjorie's creative writing class to shake things up.
  1. 11:0011:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories On Guard
    A dog called Hector comes to dominate his mistress's life, while her fiance is abroad.
  2. 11:1512:00
    Martin Sorrell - Mary, Mary
    The imagination of the third Bennet sister gives Austen's Pride and Prejudice a new twist.
  1. 11:0011:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories Cruise
    Sailing round the Mediterranean, a lady writes about the upper-class antics on board ship.
  2. 11:1512:00
    Stephen Dunstone - The Drought
    Submerged in a reservoir, Jean's childhood home is uncovered during a drought.
  1. 11:0011:30
    It's A Funny Business Maurice Denham
    Maurice Denham chats to Mike Craig about his long and distinguished career.
  2. 11:3012:00
    How Tickled Am I? Series 1, Les Dawson
    3/6. Mark Radcliffe reviews the career of the Mancunian wordsmith.
12:00
  1. 12:0012:30
    Beyond Our Ken
    Kenneth Horne entertains the Poetry Circle - and 'Hornerama' probes city money-makers.
  2. 12:3013:00
    Steptoe and Son The Stepmother
    Harold's not happy to meet Albert's new girlfriend. With Wilfrid Brambell.
  1. 12:0012:30
    The Goon Show Shifting Sands
    Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri which is drifting into peril.
  2. 12:3013:00
    Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead
    Improvement grants explained and a plumber muses on words. Sketch comedy from July 1972.
  1. 12:0012:30
    Hancock's Half Hour Hancock in the Police
    When Bill and the lad take to the beat, the crime rate soars after they meet Sid.
  2. 12:3013:00
    The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter Series 2, The Tiff
    4/6. The author and his wife Diana squabble over a lunch date. From November 1977.
  1. 12:0012:30
    The Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise Show Episode 5
    5/5. The duo welcome Penelope Keith, who does her own intro before performing in Ern's sketch.
  2. 12:3013:00
    Dad's Army Series 3, Absent Friends
    5/26. Mainwaring returns to platoon insubordination - and an escaped convict. From April 1976.
  1. 12:0012:30
    The Navy Lark Troutbridge's Party
    Peeved Pertwee is barred from a wardroom celebration for Admiral Sir Benjamin Troutbridge.
  2. 12:3013:00
    The Burkiss Way Series 1, Keep Unfit the Burkiss Way
    5/6. Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey.
  1. 12:0013:15
    In the Van Omnibus
    MI5 officer Yasmin has to preserve her relationship and prevent a terrorist attack.
  1. 12:0013:15
    EM Forster's Where Angels Fear to Tread Omnibus Episode 2
    2/2. Philip and Harriet arrive in Monteriano to rescue Lilia's baby from an Italian upbringing.
13:00
  1. 13:0013:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 1, Episode 6
    6/6. Simon delves into his HSE background for one final ruse. Starring Geoffrey Palmer.
  2. 13:3014:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 1
    1/4. When Inspector Alan Grant takes a train to the Highlands, a man's body is found.
  1. 13:0013:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 1
    1/6. Budget cuts spark conflict at the Cambridge college, and Gilbert is plotting.
  2. 13:3014:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 2
    2/4. Inspector Grant is intrigued by the mysterious death of the man in compartment B7.
  1. 13:0013:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 2
    2/6. The Master and the Dean's feud intensifies as a student is found cheating.
  2. 13:3014:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 3
    3/4. Alan Grant has freed himself from panic attacks, but a new obsession has taken their place
  1. 13:0013:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 3
    3/6. A Cambridge college student is found hanged, but was it suicide - or murder?
  2. 13:3014:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 4
    4/4. Inspector Grant returns to London, determined to solve the mystery of Bill Kenrick's death
  1. 13:0013:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 4
    4/6. A student confesses to murder, but Simon's not convinced he's guilty.
  2. 13:3014:00
    Sax Rohmer - The Green Spider
    The mystery of a strange being, a professor and a secret that could transform science.
  1. 13:1514:00
    Medical Detectives The Last Infirmity
    2/4. Two ambitious young doctors tackle a yellow fever epidemic in 19th-century Cuba.
  1. 13:1513:30
    Jackie Wullschlager - Chagall Episode 3
    3/5. The artist meets his future wife Bella and his mentor Leon Bakst, and travels to Paris.
  2. 13:3015:00
    Inspector Morse The Wench Is Dead
    After he's rushed into hospital, Inspector Morse becomes intrigued by an old crime.
14:00
  1. 14:0014:15
    EM Forster - Where Angels Fear to Tread Episode 6
    6/10. As Harriet and Philip arrive to rescue Lilia's son, Philip becomes captivated by Italy.
  2. 14:1514:30
    This Sceptred Isle The Boston Tea Party
    140/216. The origins of the American War of Independence are examined. Narrated by Anna Massey.
  3. 14:3014:45
    The Wild Places Episode 1
    1/5. Robert Macfarlane's search for Britain's wilderness starts in Skye's valley of Coruisk.
  4. 14:4515:00
    The Invention of Childhood The Kiddy and the Pork Chop
    26/30. The impact of economic improvements on children in the second half of the 20th century.
  1. 14:0014:15
    EM Forster - Where Angels Fear to Tread Episode 7
    7/10. Preparing to rescue Lilia's baby, Philip, Caroline and Harriet find Italy intoxicating.
  2. 14:1514:30
    This Sceptred Isle The American War of Independence
    141/216. The army confronts the Bostonian militia and the American War of Independence begins.
  3. 14:3014:45
    The Wild Places Episode 2
    2/5. The author's search moves to Strathnaver in Scotland, inhabited by man for six millennia.
  4. 14:4515:00
    The Invention of Childhood A Prison or a Guardian
    27/30. The story of the fight for children's rights in the second half of the 20th century.
  1. 14:0014:15
    EM Forster - Where Angels Fear to Tread Episode 8
    8/10. Caroline sets out to rescue Lilia's son from his father, but discovers something unknown.
  2. 14:1514:30
    This Sceptred Isle Jefferson and The Fourth Of July
    142/216. Amid the threat of war, Benjamin Franklin drafts the Declaration of Independence.
  3. 14:3014:45
    The Wild Places Episode 3
    3/5. The author takes a walk in the snowy Lake District, in his search for Britain's wilderness
  4. 14:4515:00
    The Invention of Childhood The Disappearance of Childhood
    28/30. Examining how the media and marketing have encroached on the lives of children.
  1. 14:0014:15
    EM Forster - Where Angels Fear to Tread Episode 9
    9/10. Philip admires Gino's love for his son, but Harriet has other plans.
  2. 14:1514:30
    This Sceptred Isle Saratoga
    143/216. America has proclaimed its independence, but the war with Britain continues.
  3. 14:3014:45
    The Wild Places Episode 4
    4/5. Robert Macfarlane's search moves to a reclaimed abandoned estate in Essex.
  4. 14:4515:00
    The Invention of Childhood Calling a Hit a Smack
    29/30. How children have fallen between the family and the state - sometimes with tragic results.
  1. 14:0014:15
    EM Forster - Where Angels Fear to Tread Episode 10
    10/10. Englishman Philip confesses all to Italian Gino - and learns a bitter truth.
  2. 14:1514:30
    This Sceptred Isle Yorktown
    144/216. Franco-American forces triumph and Britain loses its American colonies.
  3. 14:3014:45
    The Wild Places Episode 5
    5/5. The author's search for Britain's wilderness ends up a beech tree in Cambridge.
  4. 14:4515:00
    The Invention of Childhood Reinventing Childhood
    30/30. Recalling the impact of adults on childhood down the centuries up to the present day.
  1. 14:0014:30
    Steptoe and Son The Stepmother
    Harold's not happy to meet Albert's new girlfriend. With Wilfrid Brambell.
  2. 14:3015:00
    Dad's Army Series 3, Absent Friends
    5/26. Mainwaring returns to platoon insubordination - and an escaped convict. From April 1976.
15:00
  1. 15:0016:00
    Vivat Rex The White Rose - And The Red
    16/26. The War of the Roses begins. Stars Hannah Gordon.
  1. 15:0016:00
    Vivat Rex Witchcraft
    17/26. Joan of Arc has been captured. Stars Hannah Gordon.
  1. 15:0016:00
    Vivat Rex Jack Cade
    18/26. Henry VI is beset by rivals. Stars Dame Peggy Ashcroft.
  1. 15:0016:00
    Vivat Rex A Paper Crown
    19/26. Rival royals clash. Stars Ian Ogilvy and Dame Peggy Ashcroft.
  1. 15:0016:00
    Vivat Rex Warwick The Kingmaker
    20/26. Edward IV faces his rivals. Stars Dame Peggy Ashcroft.
  1. 15:0016:00
    Garrison Keillor's Radio Show Series 7, Episode 32
    32/32. The American funny man welcomes soprano Kiri Deonarine and author Jack Zimmerman.
  1. 15:0015:30
    All Gas and Gaiters Give a Dog a Bad Name
    Confusion reigns as Noote does his aunt a favour - behind the Bishop's back. From 1971.
  2. 15:3016:00
    Ray's a Laugh
    Ted and Kitty quarrel over her frock and reporter George gets festive. With Peter Sellers.
16:00
  1. 16:0017:00
    The 4 O'Clock Show
    This week we start listening to Morris Gleitzman's Adults Only.
  1. 16:0017:00
    The 4 O'Clock Show
    As we listen to part two of Adults Only, Mel finds out about a caving trip that went wrong
  1. 16:0017:00
    The 4 O'Clock Show
    Mel finds out the truth about the people behind some of the world's most famous cave art.
  1. 16:0017:00
    The 4 O'Clock Show
    Mel hears from Stewart Henderson as he finds out if we have an innate sense of direction.
  1. 16:0017:00
    The 4 O'Clock Show
    As MIB3 is released, Will Smith talks about the making of the first Men In Black film.
  1. 16:0017:30
    Black Bartlemy's Treasure
    Jeffrey Farnol's swashbuckling tale of piracy, love and death on a desert island.
  1. 16:0016:30
    Mel's Mix: The Best of The 4 O'Clock Show
    Mel looks back at a busy week on The 4 O'Clock Show.
  2. 16:3017:00
    JM Barrie - Peter Pan Spring Cleaning Time Again
    4/4. Wendy longs for home, but first she and the brothers must be rescued from Captain Hook.
17:00
  1. 17:0017:30
    Anything Legal Episode 7
    7/8. Charles and George's DIY skills arouse their wives' suspicions. From December 1984.
  2. 17:3018:00
    Married Series 3
    With his parallel universes collided, Robin is surprised at his nice behaviour. From 2001.
  1. 17:0017:30
    Up the Garden Path Series 1, Over and Out
    6/6. Maria makes up with hubby Gwyn - and Izzy has a surprise for Michael and Louise.
  2. 17:3018:00
    Two Doors Down Series 1, The Minister Has a Window
    3/4. Clare's in a flap over a dinner guest and his dog, so cleaner Sally stays on to help.
  1. 17:0017:30
    The Inimitable Jeeves The Metropolitan Touch
    6/8. Bingo's in love again, so Bertie and his valet are summoned to help. With Richard Briers.
  2. 17:3018:00
    The Leopard in Autumn Series 1, Plethora Princess Regent
    6/6. Awaiting news of a new Pope, Plethora takes over Monte Guano and Ludovico takes to bed.
  1. 17:0017:30
    For Better or for Worse Series 3, Episode 2
    2/6. Social plans galore are in peril when undertaker Bernard gets arrested.
  2. 17:3018:00
    Unnatural Acts Series 1, Ill Met by Moonlight
    5/5. When Kit gets hurt and Caroline gets fit, the gang uncover an unhealthy conspiracy.
  1. 17:0017:30
    Millport Series 1, Derek Dodds is Dead
    4/6. An unexpected death makes all the islanders question their priorities. From April 2000.
  2. 17:3018:00
    Smelling of Roses Series 3, Private View
    1/6. Events organiser Rosie plans a viewing for an odious art dealer. From July 2002.
  1. 17:3018:00
    Tonight Series 2, Episode 3
    3/4. Rory Bremner hosts the topical satire show.
  1. 17:0017:30
    Swish of the Curtain Episode 3
    3/4. Mrs Potter-Smith aims to bring the curtain down on the Blue Doors' latest show.
  2. 17:3018:00
    When Kington Met Enfield
    The first public encounter between Miles Kington and Edward Enfield.
18:00
  1. 18:0018:30
    Space Force Series 1, The Voice from Nowhere
    1/6. A routine trip to the moon turns into a nightmare for Captain Saxon Berry.
  2. 18:3019:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - A Thousand Tiny Wings, Episode 1
    1/3. With the Mau Mau uprising raging in 1950s Kenya, the Time Lord encounters an alien foe.
  1. 18:0018:30
    Space Force Series 1, Towards the Unknown
    2/6. The crew's Magnus Carter reveals the true nature of their new mission. With Nigel Stock.
  2. 18:3019:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - A Thousand Tiny Wings, Episode 2
    2/3. The Time Lord is forced to enlist the help of Nazi scientist, Doctor Elizabeth Klein.
  1. 18:0018:30
    Space Force Series 1, The Silver Strangers
    3/6. After drifting without power, the crew receive a mysterious message and spot a spacecraft.
  2. 18:3019:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - A Thousand Tiny Wings, Episode 3
    3/3. The Time Lord and Klein discover the true nature of their foe - but how to tackle it?
  1. 18:0018:30
    Space Force Series 1, The Time Ship
    4/6. Taken hostage by the aliens, the crew learn more about their mysterious captors.
  2. 18:3019:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - Survival of the Fittest, Episode 1
    1/4. Klein's Story: The Time Lord learns more about his dubious Nazi scientist companion.
  1. 18:0018:30
    Space Force Series 1, Threshold of Stars
    5/6. The captive crew discover what the aliens want from them - and Chipper causes concern.
  2. 18:3019:00
    Doctor Who Doctor Who - Survival of the Fittest, Episode 2
    2/4. The Time Lord transports his sinister companion to save a species from extinction.
  1. 18:0019:00
    Edgar Allan Poe's The Gold Bug
    A tale of piracy, slavery and suspense, dramatised by Gregory Evans. Stars Clarke Peters.
  1. 18:0018:30
    The Devil in Amber Episode 3
    3/5. Falsely charged with murder, dandy spy Lucifer Box flees New York aboard a mysterious ship
  2. 18:3019:00
    Red Dwarf Infinity Welcomes Careful Drivers, Episode 2
    2/6. Now a lowly technician on a spaceship, and five years from Earth, Dave Lister is in love.
19:00
  1. 19:0019:30
    Beyond Our Ken
    Kenneth Horne entertains the Poetry Circle - and 'Hornerama' probes city money-makers.
  2. 19:3020:00
    Steptoe and Son The Stepmother
    Harold's not happy to meet Albert's new girlfriend. With Wilfrid Brambell.
  1. 19:0019:30
    The Goon Show Shifting Sands
    Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri which is drifting into peril.
  2. 19:3020:00
    Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead
    Improvement grants explained and a plumber muses on words. Sketch comedy from July 1972.
  1. 19:0019:30
    Hancock's Half Hour Hancock in the Police
    When Bill and the lad take to the beat, the crime rate soars after they meet Sid.
  2. 19:3020:00
    The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter Series 2, The Tiff
    4/6. The author and his wife Diana squabble over a lunch date. From November 1977.
  1. 19:0019:30
    The Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise Show Episode 5
    5/5. The duo welcome Penelope Keith, who does her own intro before performing in Ern's sketch.
  2. 19:3020:00
    Dad's Army Series 3, Absent Friends
    5/26. Mainwaring returns to platoon insubordination - and an escaped convict. From April 1976.
  1. 19:0019:30
    The Navy Lark Troutbridge's Party
    Peeved Pertwee is barred from a wardroom celebration for Admiral Sir Benjamin Troutbridge.
  2. 19:3020:00
    The Burkiss Way Series 1, Keep Unfit the Burkiss Way
    5/6. Stay the way you are with unexpected adjustments. Cult sketch show starring Denise Coffey.
  1. 19:0022:00
    Comedy Greats The Nineties, Part One
    1/2. Including Goodness Gracious Me, The Now Show, Hair in the Gate and On the Hour.
  1. 19:0019:30
    It's A Funny Business Maurice Denham
    Maurice Denham chats to Mike Craig about his long and distinguished career.
  2. 19:3020:00
    How Tickled Am I? Series 1, Les Dawson
    3/6. Mark Radcliffe reviews the career of the Mancunian wordsmith.
20:00
  1. 20:0020:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 1, Episode 6
    6/6. Simon delves into his HSE background for one final ruse. Starring Geoffrey Palmer.
  2. 20:3021:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 1
    1/4. When Inspector Alan Grant takes a train to the Highlands, a man's body is found.
  1. 20:0020:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 1
    1/6. Budget cuts spark conflict at the Cambridge college, and Gilbert is plotting.
  2. 20:3021:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 2
    2/4. Inspector Grant is intrigued by the mysterious death of the man in compartment B7.
  1. 20:0020:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 2
    2/6. The Master and the Dean's feud intensifies as a student is found cheating.
  2. 20:3021:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 3
    3/4. Alan Grant has freed himself from panic attacks, but a new obsession has taken their place
  1. 20:0020:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 3
    3/6. A Cambridge college student is found hanged, but was it suicide - or murder?
  2. 20:3021:00
    Inspector Grant - The Singing Sands Episode 4
    4/4. Inspector Grant returns to London, determined to solve the mystery of Bill Kenrick's death
  1. 20:0020:30
    Mark Tavener - High Table, Lower Orders Series 2, Episode 4
    4/6. A student confesses to murder, but Simon's not convinced he's guilty.
  2. 20:3021:00
    Sax Rohmer - The Green Spider
    The mystery of a strange being, a professor and a secret that could transform science.
  1. 20:0020:30
    All Gas and Gaiters Give a Dog a Bad Name
    Confusion reigns as Noote does his aunt a favour - behind the Bishop's back. From 1971.
  2. 20:3021:00
    Ray's a Laugh
    Ted and Kitty quarrel over her frock and reporter George gets festive. With Peter Sellers.
21:00
  1. 21:0021:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories Portrait of Young Man with Career and The Sympathetic Passenger
    Two tales of an unwanted guest and an outspoken hitch-hiker. Read by Crawford Logan.
  2. 21:1522:00
    Loose Ends Lesley Sharp, Goldie, Russell Watson and Danny Wallace
    Clive Anderson is joined by Russell Watson and Lesley Sharp, with music from JD McPherson.
  1. 21:0021:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories The Manager of the Kremlin
    A refugee from the Russian Revolution is running a successful night club in Montmartre.
  2. 21:1522:00
    Stephen Mollett - A House Halfway to Africa
    In painter Vincent Van Gogh's final years in an asylum, a nurse becomes fascinated by him.
  1. 21:0021:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories On Guard
    Before going abroad, a young man buys his fiancee a snappy puppy called Hector.
  2. 21:1522:00
    Dave Sheasby - Showing Promise
    A newcomer arrives at Marjorie's creative writing class to shake things up.
  1. 21:0021:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories On Guard
    A dog called Hector comes to dominate his mistress's life, while her fiance is abroad.
  2. 21:1522:00
    Martin Sorrell - Mary, Mary
    The imagination of the third Bennet sister gives Austen's Pride and Prejudice a new twist.
  1. 21:0021:15
    Evelyn Waugh Short Stories Cruise
    Sailing round the Mediterranean, a lady writes about the upper-class antics on board ship.
  2. 21:1522:00
    Stephen Dunstone - The Drought
    Submerged in a reservoir, Jean's childhood home is uncovered during a drought.
  1. 21:0022:00
    Desert Island Discs: Long-play Sir David Attenborough
    An extended edition of the 70th anniversary programme with Sir David Attenborough.
22:00
  1. 22:0022:30
    Just a Minute Series 63, Episode 1
    1/6. Nicholas Parsons hosts, with guests Paul Merton, Julian Clary, Sue Perkins and Greg Proops
  2. 22:3023:00
    The Castle Series 4, Episode 2
    2/6. Someone, or something, is hacking into peoples' private conversations.
  1. 22:0022:30
    Cabin Pressure Series 3, Qikiqtarjuaq
    1/6. When MJN flies near the North Pole, the hunt is on for polar bears and a rogue lemon.
  2. 22:3023:00
    Chris Addison's Civilization Series 1, A Sense of Identity
    4/4. The thinking-idiot's anthropologist explains how mankind makes society function.
  1. 22:0022:30
    So Wrong It's Right Series 3, Episode 1
    1/6. Lee Mack, Susan Calman and Daniel Maier compete to supply the best wrong answers.
  2. 22:3022:45
    Self Storage Leaving
    6/6. Could the time have come at long last for Dave to leave behind his peculiar abode?
  3. 22:4523:00
    Guy Browning's Small Talk Series 2, How To Get Out More
    4/4. Popping out in order to stay in, and the delights of camping.
  1. 22:0022:30
    Tom Wrigglesworth's Open Letters Series 2, Compensation Culture
    3/4. Tom asks Ken Clarke MP if compensation culture is opposed to the theory of evolution.
  2. 22:3023:00
    Down the Line Series 3, Episode 2
    2/6. Gary Bellamy tries to raise the bar on his phone-in show with a chat about string theory.
  1. 22:0022:30
    Tonight Series 2, Episode 3
    3/4. Rory Bremner hosts the topical satire show.
  2. 22:3023:00
    On the Hour Series 1, Episode 2
    2/5. TV evangelism, Alan Partridge and yoghurt lids. From August 1991.
  1. 22:0023:00
    Saturday Stand-Up Vive La Revolution - Mark Steel
    Concluding part of Mark Steel's account of the fateful Gallic uprising.
  1. 22:0022:30
    The Castle Series 4, Episode 2
    2/6. Someone, or something, is hacking into peoples' private conversations.
  2. 22:3022:55
    The Blame Game
    Highlights from BBC Radio Ulster's popular news comedy panel show.
  3. 22:5523:00
    The Comedy Club Interviews
    Arthur Smith chats to Joe Lycett.
23:00
  1. 23:0023:45
    News Quiz Extra
    Featuring jokes, clips and material that you won't have heard in this week's News Quiz.
  2. 23:4500:00
    Hearing with Hegley Episode 1
    1/8. The poet laureate of alternative comedy, John Hegley presents a selection of his work.
  1. 23:0023:30
    Deep Trouble Series 2, Episode 1
    A new crew member and noxious gas make their mark on nuclear submarine HMS Goliath.
  2. 23:3000:00
    Trevor's World of Sport Series 3, Episode 1
    1/6. The sports agent ends up in court as a witness and tries very hard not to lie. From 2007.
  1. 23:0023:30
    Masala FM Episode 3
    3/6. When Auntieji upsets a listener, can Khalid save the Asian station? From September 1996.
  2. 23:3000:00
    Any Bloke Series 2, Dream Catcher
    1/6. Phil's told off for not wearing his empathy womb at the antenatal class. From July 1995.
  1. 23:0023:30
    Revolting People Series 4, 7 Premiere
    1/6. Ezekiel upsets the Baltimore rebels. 1775 American sitcom.
  2. 23:3000:00
    Think the Unthinkable Series 3, Episode 3
    3/6. The management consultants try to help an investment bank with some bad financing.
  1. 23:0023:30
    Sorry About Last Night A Airport
    2/5. Andy and Julie honeymoon at Heathrow. From 1999.
  2. 23:3000:00
    The Cabaret of Dr Caligari The Conversion
    3/6. A hypnotised sales rep recalls a troubled life with her Dad. Starring John Woodvine.
  1. 23:0023:30
    Leaves of the Dead Proverbs and Punctures from Hell
    1/4. Feisty DI Julie Enfield probes a murder at London's British Library. With Imelda Staunton.
  2. 23:3023:45
    Wallander - Faceless Killers Episode 7
    7/10. In tailing a murder suspect, has the Swedish sleuth met his match?
  3. 23:4500:00
    Devil in a Blue Dress Episode 7
    7/10. Easy is hot on the trail of Frank Green. Surely a drunk isn't his best lead?
  1. 23:0023:30
    Dave Podmore Dave Podmore's World of Cricket, Episode 2
    2/4. The player battles a case of libel, based on an alleged encounter in a portable loo.
  2. 23:3000:00
    Giles Wemmbley Hogg Goes Off Series 3, Haiti
    5/6. The gap-year student arrives to help rebuild a village and tries out some voodoo.

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