Schedule
Early
00:00
Midnight News—31/05/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:15
Take Four Books—24/05/2026
James Crawford discusses an author's new book and its connections to three other works.
00:48
Shipping Forecast—31/05/2026
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
01:00
Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—31/05/2026
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:30
News Summary—31/05/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
05:34
Shipping Forecast—31/05/2026
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
05:43
Bells on Sunday—St Gregory Morville in Shropshire.
Bells on Sunday comes from St Gregory Morville in Shropshire.
05:45
In Touch—26/05/2026
News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted
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Morning
06:00
News Summary—31/05/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
06:05
Thinking Allowed—Suicide, Society and Liveability
What shapes a life that feels worth living? How Durkheim's research is being rethought
06:35
On Your Farm—31/05/2026
Getting to the heart of country life with a look at individual farming endeavours
06:57
Weather—31/05/2026
The latest weather reports and forecast
07:00
News and Papers—31/05/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
07:10
Sunday—31/05/2026
A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week
07:54
Radio 4 Appeal—Carers Worldwide
Jo Whiley makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Carers Worldwide
07:57
Weather—31/05/2026
The latest weather reports and forecast
08:00
News and Papers—31/05/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
08:10
Sunday Worship—Saddleworth Whit Walks - The Greatest Free Show on Earth
A celebration of the Saddleworth Whit Walks and brass band contest.
08:48
Witness History—Isabel Allende: The House of the Spirits
In 1982, Isabel Allende published her bestselling novel, The House of the Spirits
08:58
Tweet of the Day—Mike Dilger on the Whimbrel
Fascinating stories about birds inspired by their calls, songs and behaviour.
09:00
Broadcasting House—31/05/2026
The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell
10:00
Desert Island Discs—31/05/2026
Castaway guests share the soundtrack of their lives.
11:00
The Archers Omnibus—31/05/2026
The week's events in Ambridge.
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Afternoon
12:15
Profile—30/05/2026
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines
12:30
The Unbelievable Truth—Series 33, 5. Punishments, Comedy, Hotels and Cars
5/6Alan Davies, Celya AB, Ian Smith and Angela Barnes try to find the hidden truths.
12:57
Weather—31/05/2026
The latest weather forecast
13:00
The World This Weekend—31/05/2026
A look at the week's big stories and preview of the week to come.
13:30
Off airProgrammes will resume at 14:00
14:00
Gardeners' Question Time—29/05/2026
Horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
14:45
Opening Lines—Moon Tiger
John Yorke explores Penelope Lively’s dazzling classic novel Moon Tiger.
15:00
Drama on 4—Moon Tiger
Dramatisation of Penelope Lively’s Booker Prize-winning novel. Starring Geraldine James.
16:00
Take Four Books—31/05/2026
James Crawford discusses an author's new book and its connections to three other works.
16:30
Bookmarks—31/05/2026
A brand-new quiz about books hosted by Clare Balding.
17:00
Witness History—The creation of My Little Pony
In 1983, American toymaker Bonnie Zacharle's pony design hit the market
17:10
The Verb—31/05/2026
Radio 4's poetry programme presented by Ian McMillan
17:54
Shipping Forecast—31/05/2026
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
17:57
Weather—31/05/2026
The latest weather reports and forecast
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Evening
18:00
Six O'Clock News—31/05/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:15
Pick of the Week—31/05/2026
A selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio
19:00
The Archers—31/05/2026
Tensions mount for Rex.
19:15
Illuminated—Voices from the Beach
Chance encounters and unexpected conversations on the beach with poet Saili Katebe.
19:45
Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley—Cook Tomatoes
How cooked tomatoes could help your heart, your skin, and even reduce your risk of cancer.
20:00
Word of Mouth—Smell
Michael Rosen finds out about the different ways of describing smells around the world.
20:30
Last Word—29/05/2026
Radio 4's weekly obituary programme
21:00
Money Box—30/05/2026
The latest news from the world of personal finance
21:25
Radio 4 Appeal—Carers Worldwide
Jo Whiley makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Carers Worldwide
21:30
From Our Own Correspondent—30/05/2026
Insight and analysis from BBC correspondents around the world.
22:00
Westminster Hour—31/05/2026
Radio 4's Sunday night political discussion programme.
23:00
In Our Time—28/05/2026
Misha Glenny and guests discuss the ideas, people and events that have shaped our world.
23:45
Short Works—Under the Mountain by Richard Smyth
A new story from Richard Smyth about a writer persisting under the shadow of a mountain.
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Late
00:00
Midnight News—01/06/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:15
Crossing Continents—26/05/2026
Insight and analysis from BBC correspondents around the world.
00:45
Bells on Sunday—St Gregory Morville in Shropshire.
Bells on Sunday comes from St Gregory Morville in Shropshire.
00:48
Shipping Forecast—01/06/2026
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
01:00
Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—01/06/2026
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:00
News Summary—01/06/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
05:04
Last Word—29/05/2026
Radio 4's weekly obituary programme
05:34
Shipping Forecast—01/06/2026
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
05:43
Prayer for the Day—01/06/2026
Radio 4's daily prayer and reflection
05:45
Farming Today—01/06/2026
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside.
05:57
Weather—01/06/2026
The latest weather reports and forecasts for farmers
