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Harriett Gilbert, John Inverdale and Rachel Cooke discuss books by Jan Morris, George Orwell and Meg Wolitzer. From 2013.

Alexander Armstrong explores why Special Agent Dick Barton's adventures have been thrilling audiences since 1946. From 2010.

1/4. A housemaid's murder reveals a web of hidden passions in a village. PD James's thriller stars Sian Phillips and Hugh Grant.

6/8. A nasty surprise package means that the sleuth is closing-in on the criminal mastermind. Stars Peter Coke and Marjorie Westbury.

5/6. It's a full moon, Ruby is away and Paul is lovelorn. Will Maria's matchmaking succeed? Stars Patrick Barlow. From 1993.

London is besieged by birds! Special recording with no audience or orchestra. Stars Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers. From 1954.

4/4. Determined not to waste her life, Charlotte signs up for a bungee jump. Stars Helen Monks and Miriam Margolyes. From 2021.

2/5. Stephanie Cole reads Diana Athill's poignant essay about the miscarriage that almost killed her, aged 43, in the early 1960s.

7/10. Yet another misfortune befalls the boy Tristram as his father receives some awful news. Stars Neil Dudgeon.

3/6. David Mitchell gets Miles Jupp, Marcus Brigstocke, Holly Walsh and Lou Sanders to smuggle truths past each other. From 2024.

4 Extra Debut. Jersey 'Centenier' Richard Hamon, has a tough case to solve when a young woman is found dead. Starring Steven Pacey.

2/4. The canny detective arrives at Martingale to investigate housemaid Sally's murder. Starring Robin Ellis.

7/8. A dying man's final words bring the smooth sleuth a step closer to solving the mystery. Stars Peter Coke and Marjorie Westbury.

1/8. Eleanor has plans for nuptials in the family, but the family has other ideas. Stars Prunella Scales. From 1987.

1/8. The Lad takes a winter break from his job and opts for a fortnight in Brighton. Stars Kevin McNally. Re-creation from 2018.

2/6. A friend's sad news brings back memories for the long-married couple. Stars Joanna Lumley and Roger Allam. From 2023.

3/5. Diana Athill reveals how she relinquished her independence by moving into a London care home. Read by Stephanie Cole.

8/10. Tristram recalls a typical act of kindness by Toby and the time his uncle fell in love. Stars Neil Dudgeon.

4/4. Who says heavy can't be funny? A look at 'unladylike' sports and those who do them, fully unpacking muscularity vs femininity.

3/5. Evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod explores some mysterious bones: a skeleton on the Mary Rose which sank in 1545. From 2017.

A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Rev Tom Mumford.

4 Extra Debut. Horatio Clare examines how the pioneering writer authored her own life, from her nationality to her sexual identity. From 2021.

2/4. The canny detective arrives at Martingale to investigate housemaid Sally's murder. Starring Robin Ellis.

7/8. A dying man's final words bring the smooth sleuth a step closer to solving the mystery. Stars Peter Coke and Marjorie Westbury.

1/8. Eleanor has plans for nuptials in the family, but the family has other ideas. Stars Prunella Scales. From 1987.

1/8. The Lad takes a winter break from his job and opts for a fortnight in Brighton. Stars Kevin McNally. Re-creation from 2018.

2/6. A friend's sad news brings back memories for the long-married couple. Stars Joanna Lumley and Roger Allam. From 2023.

3/5. Diana Athill reveals how she relinquished her independence by moving into a London care home. Read by Stephanie Cole.

8/10. Tristram recalls a typical act of kindness by Toby and the time his uncle fell in love. Stars Neil Dudgeon.

4/5. James Walton's literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Sue Limb and Joanne Harris. From 2003.

4 Extra Debut. PC George Dixon mentors a young recruit amidst an outbreak of dangerous robberies. Adapted from the film. Stars Deryck Guyler.

4 Extra Debut. Horatio Clare examines how the pioneering writer authored her own life, from her nationality to her sexual identity. From 2021.

2/4. The canny detective arrives at Martingale to investigate housemaid Sally's murder. Starring Robin Ellis.

7/8. A dying man's final words bring the smooth sleuth a step closer to solving the mystery. Stars Peter Coke and Marjorie Westbury.

1/8. Eleanor has plans for nuptials in the family, but the family has other ideas. Stars Prunella Scales. From 1987.

1/8. The Lad takes a winter break from his job and opts for a fortnight in Brighton. Stars Kevin McNally. Re-creation from 2018.

2/6. A friend's sad news brings back memories for the long-married couple. Stars Joanna Lumley and Roger Allam. From 2023.

3/5. Diana Athill reveals how she relinquished her independence by moving into a London care home. Read by Stephanie Cole.

8/10. Tristram recalls a typical act of kindness by Toby and the time his uncle fell in love. Stars Neil Dudgeon.

4/5. James Walton's literary quiz with Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Sue Limb and Joanne Harris. From 2003.

4 Extra Debut. PC George Dixon mentors a young recruit amidst an outbreak of dangerous robberies. Adapted from the film. Stars Deryck Guyler.

4/4. Who says heavy can't be funny? A look at 'unladylike' sports and those who do them, fully unpacking muscularity vs femininity.

3/6. The comedian sets out to discover how many people it takes to create a music scene. With Alfie Joey and Robin Ince. From 2005.

5/6. The life-juggling Manchester DJ must also cope with a chance of his big break. Stars Justin Moorhouse and Anne Reid. From 2012.

5/5. Jon Holmes satirically soundscapes the news. This week - Burnham offers hope, Warhammer meets the Pope, and we're off to Clarkson's Terrorism Farm.

5/8. A new sexy fish called Pandora sparks jealousy in the bowl. Stars Shaun Prendergast and Sarah Parish. From September 1998.