The Archers

Supporting Content

• The Archers Platinum Anniversary

  Celebrating 70 years of the world of Ambridge.

  

• Brilliant behind-the-scenes tales

  Members of The Archers cast share personal stories.

  

• Lynda Snell MBE!

  Everything you need to know about Ambridge's first honours recipient.

  

• 'Far closer to home than you imagine'

  Why The Archers took on modern slavery and what to look for to spot real life victims.

  

• The Archers: 70 for 70

  An all new all cast photo for The Archers 70th anniversary year.

  

• Are you an Archers mastermind?

  Test your knowledge of recent Ambridge life with 15 fun questions.

  

• Tales from the early days of The Archers

  Original cast member, June Spencer, recalls surprising tales from The Archers' early days

  

• Alice in Crisis

  After months of deception, denial and dependence, Alice's harmful drinking is revealed.

  

• The Return of Siobhan ?

  A cast catchup with the Aldridges via video call

  

• Brexit-proofing Brookfield

  Agricultural Storyline Advisor, Sarah Swadling, on Brookfield's expansion plans.

  

• Ambridge At War

  The first of a new trilogy of prequels to The Archers is set in Ambridge in 1940.

  

• From avid fan to Archers writer

  27-year-old Helen Aitken joins The Archers writing team.

  

• The Archers Cast Singalong - Barwick Green As You've Never Heard It!

  A delightful DIY cover by our versatile actors, from their own homes and gardens.

  

• A history of Emma and Ed Grundy

  Emma and Ed have been on and off more than a light switch. Are they back on for good?

  

• Joe Grundy's finest moments

  From misplaced dentures to profound words of wisdom, we remember the best of Joe Grundy

  

• Kate's love life: A very brief history

  Has Kate finally met her match?

  

• Jim's historic abuse: How the story unfolded

  We find out how Jim's story was created and developed

  

• The secret to Susan and Neil's relationship success

  Celebrating the Carters of Ambridge with moments from their archive.

  

• The Ambridge Calendar

  Your indispensable guide to the year in Ambridge...

  

• Who knows their character best?

  Actors Timothy Bentinck (David Archer) and Felicity Finch (Ruth Archer) go head-to-head.

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• Podcasts and Downloads

  Subscribe for every episode or download the ones you want.

  • Listen to The Archers whenever you like
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• Countryside Insights from The Archers

  Leaf through extra information on rural issues that have featured in The Archers.

  • Countryside Insights from The Archers

  

• Susie Riddell (aka Tracy Horrobin) on With Great Pleasure at Christmas

  Susie talks about Tracy and a favourite Christmas piece of music

  Duration: 1:47

• David Blunkett's most memorable Archers episode

  Former Home Secretary, Lord Blunkett, selects an episode of The Archers from 1977.

  Duration: 3:09

• Joanna Trollope's most memorable Archers episode

  Author Joanna Trollope recalls hearing Debbie confront Brian about his affair with Siobhan

  Duration: 2:28

• Ruth Jones' most memorable Archers episode

  Actor Ruth Jones wrote a fan letter to The Archers when the programme turned 60 in 2011.

  Duration: 3:19
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• Covid-secure recording of The Archers

• The Archers does The Canterbury Tales

• A look back at The Archers at Pebble Mill Studios

• Inside Borchester Crown Court
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• New to The Archers

  Welcome to Ambridge! Here's some help with learning who's who and how to listen.

  • 8 helpful tips for Archers listening
  • Get to know everyone in Ambridge

  

• The Archers on Facebook

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