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A Sleepwalk On The Severn: A BBC Radio 4 dramatisation

BBC Radio 4's extraordinary evocation of the experience of moonrise over the Severn Estuary, by award-winning poet Alice Oswald. Originally broadcast as the 'Afternoon Play' on 10 March 2011. Set to original music by Roger Goula, the subject of 'A Sleepwalk on the Severn' is moonrise, which happens five times in different forms: new moon, half moon, full moon, no moon and moon reborn. Various characters, some living some dead, all based on real people from the Severn catchment, talk towards the moment of moonrise and are changed by it. Performed by Ron Cook, Sam Dale, Emma Fielding, Tom Goodman-Hill, James Laurenson and Helen Longworth. Music composed by Roger Goula and performed by the Raven Quartet and Rowland Sutherland.

Alice Oswald (Author), Emma Fielding, Ron Cook, Sam Dale (Narrator)

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Arthur Conan Doyle: A BBC Radio Drama Collection: More stories from the author of Sherlock Holmes

BBC Radio dramatisations and readings of some of Arthur Conan Doyle's other works - plus extracts from his letters and a bonus drama by Bert Coules Arthur Conan Doyle is well known as the creator of Sherlock Holmes, but he also wrote numerous works in which the great detective played no part. Included here are a selection of the best, ranging from science fiction to tales of supernatural terror and rip-roaring adventures set in Jacobean and Regency England. Our collection opens with the first of three dramas featuring the hot-tempered, larger-than-life scientist and explorer Professor Challenger. 'The Lost World' stars David Robb as Challenger, he heads on an expedition to a plateau in the Amazon Basin. Following this drama we have two further dramatisations starring Bill Paterson as Challenger this time. In 'When the World Screamed', he sets out on a bold mission to be recognised by Mother Earth, while 'The Disintegration Machine' sees him investigating dastardly Latvian inventor Theodore Nemor. 'The Captain of the Polestar' drama tells the chilling story of a ship trapped in the Arctic, and stars Alec Heggie as Craigie, a man haunted by a strange apparition. Also included are the short stories 'Playing With Fire', 'How It Happened', 'One Crowded Hour', 'The Fall of Lord Barrymore', 'The Sealed Room' and 'The Lost Special' (read by Edward de Souza, Sam Dale, Christopher Harper and David Schofield), and the fascinating series Arthur Conan Doyle: A Life in Letters, in which Forbes Masson and John Dougal read extracts from his correspondence to his mother about marriage, fatherhood, killing off Holmes and going into politics. Finally, how the author ran for Parliament in 1900 and lost is explored in Bert Coules' biographical drama Vote For Conan Doyle!, starring John Sessions. First published 1883 ('The Captain of the Polestar'), 1898 ('The Sealed Room', 'The Lost Special'), 1900 ('Playing With Fire'), 1911 ('One Crowded Hour'), 1912 ('The Lost World'), 1912 ('The Fall of Lord Barrymore'), 1913 ('How It Happened'), 1928 ('When The World Screamed'), 1929 ('The Disintegration Machine'), Cast and credits Written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Track list Dramatisations 1. Professor Challenger: The Lost World - Episode 1 - A Bridge to the Unknown 2. Professor Challenger: The Lost World - Episode 2 - Our Eyes Have Seen Great Wonders 3. Professor Challenger: When The World Screamed 4. Professor Challenger: The Disintegration Machine 5. The Captain of the Polestar Short Stories 6. Playing With Fire 7. How It Happened 8. One Crowded Hour 9. The Fall of Lord Barrymore 10. The Sealed Room 11. The Lost Special Bonus content 12. Arthur Conan Doyle: A Life in Letters 13. Vote for Conan Doyle! ©2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Author), Alec Heggie, Bill Paterson, David Robb, David Schofield, Full Cast, Jamie Glover, John L. Sessions, Sam Dale (Narrator)

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BBC Classics Children's Library: A timeless collection of 21 tales for all ages

An irresistible anthology of folklore, fables and perennial favourites, including four novels and 17 short stories This superlative collection of children's stories brings together a feast of fantastic fiction, read in full by a host of top narrators and with a comprehensive track listing for ease of listening. Comprising everything from fairytales for little ones to thrilling adventures for pre-teens, these unabridged readings are ideal for families to keep, treasure and dip into as their children grow. Listed by suggested age range and with track numbers provided, the stories are as follows: Ages 4+ 1-12 Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (read by Carolyn Pickles) 13 Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter (read by Jonny Holden) 14 The Elves and the Shoemaker by the Brothers Grimm (read by Sam Dale) 15 Too Clever By Half by E Nesbit (read by Helen Capp) 16 Tom Thumb by the Brothers Grimm (read by Shaun Mason) Ages 7+ 17-25 The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame (read by Michael Bertenshaw) 26 How the Camel Got His Hump by Rudyard Kipling (read by Kenny Blyth) 27 The Emperor's New Clothes by Hans Christian Andersen (read by Shaun Mason) 28 The Raspberry Worm by Zacharias Topelius (read by Debbie Korley) 29 The Tongue Cut Sparrow by Yei Theodora Ozaki (read by Sean Baker) 30 The Elephant's Child by Rudyard Kipling (read by Tony Turner) 31 The Magic Bed by Hartwell James (read by Chris Pavlo) 32 How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin by Rudyard Kipling (read by Tony Turner) 33 The Tortoise and the Rain by MI Ogumefu (read by Kenny Blyth) 34 The Baba Yaga by Katharine Pyle (read by Susan Jameson) Ages 9+ 35-41 The Call of the Wild by Jack London (read by Joseph Ayre) 42 Finn and the Scottish Giant by Harold F Hughes (read by Paul Hickey) 43 The Children's Joke by Louisa May Alcott (read by Catherine Cusack) 44 The Ants and the Treasure by MI Ogumefu (read by Kenny Blyth) 45 The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde (read by Tony Turner) 46-59 The Railway Children by E Nesbit (read by Sarah Ovens) Production credits First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 21 December 2018-1 November 2019 Produced by Simon Richardson (Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, The Tortoise and the Rain, The Elephant's Child, The Ants and the Treasure, How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin, How the Camel Got His Hump, The Elves and the Shoemaker, The Happy Prince), Karen Holden (The Wind in the Willows), Martha Littlehailes (The Call of the Wild), Anne Bunting (The Railway Children), Anne Isger (Too Clever By Half, The Tongue Cut Sparrow, The Emperor's New Clothes, The Children's Joke, Finn and the Scottish Giant) and Mabel Wright (Tom Thumb, The Raspberry Worm, The Magic Bed, The Baba Yaga, Peter Rabbit) The Raspberry Worm edited by Andrew Lang © 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (p) 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Edith Nesbit, Hans Christian Andersen, Kenneth Grahame, Lewis Carroll, Louisa May Alcott, Oscar Wilde, Rudyard Kipling (Author), Carolyn Pickles, Catherine Cusack, Full Cast, Joseph Ayre, Kenny Blyth, Sam Dale, Sarah Ovens, Shaun Mason, Tony Turner (Narrator)

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BBC Classics: Suspense Collection: Frankenstein, A Christmas Carol, The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll an

Unabridged readings of four spine-tingling stories This suspenseful anthology collects together four gripping tales of gruesome scientific experiments and chilling supernatural events - all read in full by some of the very best voice actors. With over 18 hours of electrifying listening, tracked by chapter, these classic tales will have you on the edge of your seat. Frankenstein Mary Shelley's Gothic masterpiece about young scientist Victor Frankenstein, whose quest to create new life has horrific consequences... Read by Shaun Mason. A Christmas Carol Charles Dickens' timeless classic about a bitter old miser who has a Christmas epiphany when he is visited by four spirits. Read by Sean Baker The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novella about a doctor who experiments with the duality of human nature - and in doing so creates a monster. Read by Sam Dale. The Turn of the Screw Henry James' terrifying tale of a governess sent to look after two children in a haunted country house. Read by Sam Dale and Clare Corbett. Credits: Frankenstein Read by Shaun Mason Produced by Martha Littlehailes First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 24 August 2019 A Christmas Carol Read by Sean Baker Produced by Anne Bunting First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 22 August 2019 The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Read by Sam Dale Produced by Julian Wilkinson First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 22 August 2019 The Turn of the Screw Read by Sam Dale and Clare Corbett Produced by Julian Wilkinson First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 1 November 2019 (p) 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd © 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Charles Dickens, Henry James, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Robert Louis Stevenson (Author), Clare Corbett, Sam Dale, Sean Baker, Shaun Mason (Narrator)

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BBC Classics: Ultimate Story Collection: 90 unmissable tales

A treasure chest of timeless short stories by some of the world's greatest authors Suspense and horror 1 The Adventure of the Sussex Vampire - Arthur Conan Doyle 2 The Signalman - Charles Dickens 3 Lost Hearts - MR James 4 The Sealed Room - Arthur Conan Doyle. 5 Mrs Badgery - Wilkie Collins 6 Wailing Well - MR James 7 The Open Window - Saki 8 How it happened - Arthur Conan Doyle 9 The Tell-Tale Heart - Edgar Allan Poe 10 The Cone - HG Wells 11 A Haunted House - Virginia Woolf 12 Rats - MR James 13 The Oval Portrait - Edgar Allan Poe 14 Tarquin of Cheapside - F. Scott Fitzgerald 15 One Crowded Hour - Arthur Conan Doyle 16 The Mezzotint - MR James 17 The Masque of the Red Death - Edgar Allan Poe Love 18 The Kiss - Kate Chopin 19 Eleonora - Edgar Allan Poe 20 About Love - Anton Chekhov 21 The Lovers - Hans Christian Anderson 22 Love - Guy De Maupassant 23 The Sphinx Without a Secret - Oscar Wilde 24 A Wedding Gift - Guy De Maupassant 25 Kew Gardens - Virginia Woolf 26 The District Doctor - Ivan Turgenev 27 Happiness - Guy De Maupassant 28 A Blunder - Anton Chekhov 29 The Bride Comes to Yellow Sky - Stephen Crane 30 In a Far-Off World - Olive Schreiner 31 The Cook's Wedding - Anton Chekhov 32 The Recruit - Honore de Balzac 33 The Nightingale and the Rose - Oscar Wilde 34 Pyramus and Thisbe - Ovid 35 Aunt Hetty on Matrimony - Fanny Fern 36 A Country Cottage - Anton Chekhov 37 Marriage a la Mode - Katherine Mansfield 38 The Statue of Limitations - Ernest Dowson 39 The Dilettante - Edith Wharton Humorous 40 Tobermory - Saki 41The Mesmeric Mountain - Stephen Crane 42 The Children's Joke - Louisa May Alcott 43 At The Siren - Anton Chekhov 44 The Garden Party - Katherine Mansfield 45 The Cask of Amontillado - Edgar Allan Poe 46 The New Dress - Virginia Woolf 47 How I Built Myself A House - Thomas Hardy 48 The Model Millionaire - Oscar Wilde 49 A Pair of Silk Stockings - Kate Chopin 50 At The Barbers - Anton Chekhov 51 A Respectable Woman - Kate Chopin Folk & Fable 52 The Happy Prince - Oscar Wilde. 53 The Elves and the Shoemaker - The Brothers Grimm 54 The Emperor's New Clothes -Hans Christian Andersen 55 The Tongue Cut Sparrow - Yei Theodora Ozaki 56 Finn and the Scottish Giant - Harold F. Read 57 The Postmaster - Rabindranath Tagore 58 The Toys of Peace - Saki 59 The Selfish Giant - Oscar Wilde 60 The Flower Gatherer - Edward Thomas 61 Araby - James Joyce 62 The Interlopers - Saki 63 Tom Thumb - The Brothers Grimm 64 The Kabuliwalah - Rabindranath Tagore 65 The Monkey's Paws - WW Jacobs Christmas 66 The Little Match Girl - Hans Christian Andersen 67 Papa Panov's Special Christmas - Leo Tolstoy 68 Christmas Storms and Sunshine - Elizabeth Gaskell. 69 The Gift of the Magi - O'Henry 70 At Christmas Time - Anton Chekhov 71 A Dill Pickle - Katherine Mansfield Classic Tales 72 The Yellow Wallpaper - Charlotte Perkins Gilman 73 The Fall of Lord Barrymore - Arthur Conan Doyle 74 The Necklace - Guy De Maupassant 75 Holiday Group - EM Delafield 76 Three Questions - Leo Tolstoy 77 The Cop and the Anthem - O'Henry 78 The Fly - Katherine Mansfield 79 The Christening - DH Lawrence 80 After the Race - James Joyce 81 The String Quartet - Virginia Woolf 82 Two Friends - Guy De Maupassant 83 An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge - Ambrose Bierce. 84 A Gentleman Friend - Anthon Chekhov 85 Ma'ame Pelagie - Kate Chopin 86 Second Best - DH Lawrence 87 El Verdugo - Honore de Balzac 88 The Story of an Hour - Kate Chopin 89 The Man of No Account - Bret Hart 90 The Piece of String - Guy De Maupassant ©2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Oscar Wilde, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Virginia Woolf (Author), Carolyn Pickles, Clare Corbett, Don Gilet, Full Cast, Helen Clapp, Joseph Ayre, Ronny Jhutti, Sam Dale, Susan Jameson, Various (Narrator)

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Cinders: A BBC Radio 4 dramatisation

A pacy BBC Radio 4 comedy drama by Ali Taylor, lifting the lid on the ethics of publishing war-torn misery memoirs. Emma discovers a brilliant new talent in the unsolicited pile... Originally broadcast as the 'Afternoon Play' on 20 May 2010. When a heartbreaking memoir about life in war-torn Kabul lands on her desk, Emma thinks she's discovered a new literary sensation. Her colleagues, though, are deeply sceptical. 'Cinders' is a new comedy about drawing the line. Emma is played by Claudie Blakley ('Lark Rise to Candleford', 'Pride and Prejudice'). Also starring in the cast are Michael Shelford, Vineeta Rishi, Lizzy Watts, Sam Dale, Alison Pettitt, Imran Khan and David Seddon. Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.

Ali Taylor (Author), Claudie Blakley, David Seddon, Imran Khan, Lizzy Watts, Michael Shelford, Sam Dale, Vineeta Rishi (Narrator)

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Jelly Babes (BBC Radio 4: Afternoon Play)

Resourceful mum, Shanice, is persuaded by her next-door neighbour, Evie, to take up the bizarre sport of jelly wrestling to make ends meet in this BBC Radio 4 'Afternon Play'. 'Jelly Babes' was originally broadcast on 13 April 2011. Becky, AKA 'Azaria The Amazon', shows Shanice the ropes, and she is soon wowing the rowdy stag night audiences with her slams and smackdowns. By night she's bikini clad 'Alice Malice', by day she's mum to gymnastics-mad Alex and a devoted daughter to her disabled, ex-army dad. When these two worlds threaten to collide, it reawakens a painful episode from Shanice's childhood which threatens to tear apart her cherished family life and leads to a show-down with the father she adores. 'Jelly Babes' was written by an award-winning stage and screen writer Judy Upton, and stars Sally Orrock as Shanice, Nadine Marshall as Becky and Jane Whittenshaw as Evie. Also featuring amongst the cast are David Seddon' Sam Dale and Ryan Watson.

Judy Upton (Author), , A Full Cast, David Seddon, Full Cast, Jane Whittenshaw, Nadine Marshall, Ryan Watson, Sally Orrock, Sam Dale (Narrator)

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Joanna Trollope: Parson Harding’s Daughter, A Spanish Lover, Second Honeymoon: Three BBC Radio 4 ful

BBC Radio adaptations of three of Joanna Trollope's much-loved novels - plus bonus interview Bestselling author Joanna Trollope has been described as one of the most insightful chroniclers and social commenters writing fiction today. Her books have been translated into over 25 languages, and several have been adapted for television. This collection comprises the BBC Radio dramatisations of her historical novel Parson Harding's Daughter (written under the nom de plume Caroline Harvey) and two of her most popular contemporary novels, A Spanish Lover and Second Honeymoon, as well as an edition of the literary chat show The Book Café. Parson Harding's Daughter - 1775, and Caroline Harding's only suitor has disappeared to India without her. A plain, impoverished rector's daughter, she is left with few prospects - so when tragedy strikes, she has no choice but to sail to Calcutta, bound for marriage to a man she hasn't seen for eight years... Rebecca Egan stars in this engaging love story, winner of the 1980 Romantic Novel of the Year Award. A Spanish Lover - Lizzie and Frances are twins, but while Lizzie appears to have everything, Frances' life seems to lack romance. But when Frances impulsively jets off to Spain, everything changes. While Frances discovers excitement and adventure, Lizzie's world begins to fall apart...Starring Jemma Redgrave as Frances, with Caroline Langrishe as Lizzie. Second Honeymoon - When Edie's youngest son leaves home she tries to come to terms with the empty nest, but her husband's thoughts turn to the second honeymoon that is about to begin. Or so he thinks... Starring Christine Kavanagh as Edie and Sam Dale as Russell. The Book Café: Joanna Trollope - Clare English talks to the acclaimed novelist about her life and work, discussing her Scottish heritage, her love of Chelsea FC - and why there is no sex in her books. Cast and credits Written by Joanna Trollope (Parson Harding's Daughter written under the nom de plume Caroline Harvey) Parson Harding's Daughter Cast: Rebecca Egan, Charles Simpson, Ross Livingstone, Geoffrey Whitehead, Jane Whittenshaw, Roger May, Jennifer Hilary, David Collings, Jilly Bond, Paul Jenkins, Nicholas Le Prevost, Andrew Wincott, Dhirendra, Stephen Critchlow, Patience Tomlinson, Tessa Worsley, David Timson, Emma Gregory, John Turner, Jillie Meers, Sam Dastor, Raj Patel, Becky Hindley, Joshua Towb, Badi Uzzaman, Gavin Muir, Monica Dolan, John Hartley. Dramatised by Eric Pringle Directed by Jane Morganl First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 13-27 August 1995 A Spanish Lover Cast: Jemma Redgrave, Caroline Langrishe, Dorothy Tutin, Geoffrey Palmer, Paul Rhys, John Turner, Zulema Dene, Sandra James Young, Kim Staines, George Allonby, Guy Witcher, James Cohen, Kirsty Adams, Patience Tomlinson, Andrew Branch, Roger May, Linda Reagan, Stephen Critchlow, Tessa Worsley, David Timson, Ross Livingstone Dramatised by Melissa Murray Produced and directed by Janet Whitaker First broadcast BBC Radio 2, 24 October-28 November 1995 Second Honeymoon Cast: Christine Kavanagh, Sam Dale, Liza Sadovy, Jonathan Forbes, Alex Tregear, Simon Bubb, Carl Prekopp, James Lailey Dramatised by Rachel Joyce Directed by Tracey Neale First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 26-30 September 2011 The Book Café: Joanna Trollope Presented by Clare English With Joanna Trollope First broadcast BBC Radio Scotland, 18 March 2013 © 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Joanna Trollope (Author), Caroline Langrishe, Christine Kavanagh, Jemma Redgrave, Nicholas Le Provost, Rebecca Egan, Sam Dale (Narrator)

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Magnificent Andrea, The ( BBC Radio 4: Afternoon Play)

An explosive BBC Radio 4 comedy drama about two morally-polar characters, both in love with the same woman, who has just - tragically - died. Originally broadcast as the 'Afternoon Play' on 22 March 2011. 'The Magnificent Andrea' is the first original radio play by Nigel Planer ('The Young Ones', 'Hairspray'), in which two wonderful characters, Barry (Roger Allam) and Nigel (Nigel Planer), collide and wrestle over the memory of their shared inspirational warrior woman - and of course, her home. Andrea's former husband, boozy columnist Barry, is at the tail end of a career marked by low achievement in pugnacious, snide journalism. By contrast, Nigel - recent partner until her sudden death - is an alternative but ultra-orthodox, politically-correct naturopath. We join Barry after a typically hearty breakfast on his way from Chelsea to attend the funeral in South London, where he confronts his squeaky-clean nemesis Nigel. The lugubrious Barry is appalled at the ceremony, and it is while milling outside that the basically decent Nigel makes the mistake of inviting Barry back to the house - Barry's house - for the reception. There the fireworks really start… A dark and funny play about mourning, loss and recovery, 'The Magnificent Andrea' also stars Sally Orrock, Brian Bowles, Jane Whittenshaw, Sam Dale, Joanna Monro and Stuart McLoughlin.

Nigel Planer (Author), A Full Cast, Brian Bowles, Jane Wittenshaw, Nigel Planer, Roger Allam, Sally Orrock, Sam Dale, Stuart Mcloughlin (Narrator)

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Mary Elizabeth Braddon: Lady Audley’s Secret & more: A BBC Radio 4 Gothic Drama Collection

Three classic stories from the 'Queen of Sensation Fiction' - plus bonus documentary Mary Elizabeth Braddon was one of the most important and influential female novelists of the 19th Century, and the founder (alongside Wilkie Collins) of the popular 'sensation fiction' genre. This collection features her best-known novel, Lady Audley's Secret, a thrilling tale of bigamy, murder and arson that outraged Victorian society on its first release - and was an instant bestseller. Also included are two atmospheric short stories and an edition of Sensational Women exploring her life and work. Lady Audley's Secret - Lucy Graham gains all the wealth she desires through her marriage to the devoted Sir Michael Audley. But her newfound security is threatened when young lawyer Robert Audley sets out to uncover the truth about her hidden past. Hattie Morahan, Charlotte Emmerson, Alex Wyndham and Sam Dale star in this electrifying dramatisation. The Cold Embrace - When Josef, a handsome young German artist, betrays his delicate fiancée, her vengeance is eerily appropriate... This chilling adaptation of Mary Elizabeth Braddon's ghostly story stars Stephanie Turner, Jonathan Firth and Alison Pettitt. Samuel Lowgood's Revenge - An impoverished clerk discovers that his rival in love has defrauded their employer. But what should he do with this knowledge? Barbara Flynn reads Braddon's 1861 tale of jealousy and retribution. Sensational Women: Mary Braddon - Sarah Dunant takes a look at the notorious sensation author, who was condemned for rotting the moral fibre of a whole generation of young women. First published 1860 ('The Cold Embrace'), 1861 ('Samuel Lowgood's Revenge'), 1862 (Lady Audley's Secret) Cast and credits Written by Mary Elizabeth Braddon Lady Audley's Secret Mary Braddon - Hattie Morahan Lucy, Lady Audley - Charlotte Emmerson Sir Michael Audley - Sam Dale Phoebe Marks - Lizzy Watts Luke Marks - Benjamin Askew Robert Audley - Alex Wyndham George Talboys - Joseph Kloska Alicia Audley - Perdita Weeks Lieutenant Maldon - Jonathan Tafler Mr Dawson/Landlord - Paul Rider Mrs Vincent - Charlotte West-Oram Tonks - Deborah McAndrew Dramatised by Theresa Heskins Directed by Julie Beckett and Fiona Kelcher First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 20 April-1 May 2009 The Cold Embrace Mary Braddon - Stephanie Turner Josef - Jonathan Firth Gertrude - Alison Pettitt Father - John Hartley Postmaster - Ioan Meredith Passenger - Hugh Dickson Woman - Carolyn Jones Fisherman - Chris Pavlo Parisienne - Tracy-Ann Oberman Dramatised by Christopher Hawes Produced by Marion Nancarrow First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 26 June 1997 Samuel Lowgood's Revenge Read by Barbara Flynn Produced by Rebecca Nicholson First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 18 November 1998 Sensational Women: Mary Braddon Presented by Sarah Dunant Extracts read by Sally Beauman Produced by Lore Windemuth First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 30 October 1996 © 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Mary Elizabeth Braddon (Author), Alison Pettitt, Charlotte Emmerson, Full Cast, Hattie Morahan, Jonathan Firth, Perdita Weeks, Sam Dale, Stephanie Turner, Tracy-Ann Oberman (Narrator)

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Norman Birkett and the Case of the Coleford Poisoner: A BBC Radio 4 dramatisation

The casebook of Norman Birkett KC (1883-1962) covers pretty much every story that entertained the readers of News of the World between the wars. Birkett was a busy man who, in those days before legal specialisation, could at any one time be dealing simultaneously with a juicy murder, a society divorce or a livid libel action. In this thrilling drama, Birkett takes on a case of murder, mayhem and political intrigue. Starring Neil Dudgeon as Birkett, with David Haig, Trystan Gravelle, Alison Pettitt, Michael Shelford, Clare Corbett, Sam Dale, Bruce Alexander and Joanna Monro. Other parts were played by John Biggins and Nigel Hastings. Directed by Marc Beeby.Written by Caroline and David Stafford.

Caroline Stafford, David Stafford (Author), Alison Pettitt, Bruce Alexander, Clare Corbett, David Haig, Joanna Monro, John Biggins, Neil Dudgeon, Nigel Hastings, Sam Dale, Trystan Gravelle (Narrator)

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On Mardle Fen: Series 1-6: The Complete BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramas

Trevor Peacock (The Vicar of Dibley) stars as inspired chef Warwick Hedges, in this comedy drama set in an idiosyncratic restaurant in the Cambridgeshire Fens. Warwick’s son Jack works alongside his father, which makes him permanently anxious. They are assisted by Samuel, an earthy odd-job man "who crawled out of the slime with the eels", and Zofia the Polish waitress. Whether hosting unusual guests, dealing with flooding, fuelling father-son rivalry, or moving strange stones from the edge of the Fen to his restaurant 'at his own peril', Warwick certainly keeps Mardle Fen on its toes.The mixture of food, family relationships and Fenland legend is handled with Nick Warburton's characteristic deft comic touch. Cast:Warwick Hedges.....Trevor Peacock Jack Hedges.....Sam DaleZofia.....Helen LongworthSamuel.....John Rowe Marcia Hedges.....Kate Buffery Other parts played by Chris Pavlo, Liza Sadovy, Christine Kavanagh, Liz Sutherland, Lizzy Watts, Victoria Inez Hardy, Malcolm Tierney, Paul Rider, Lauren Mote, Claire Rushbrook, Tony Bell, Adam Billington, Ben Crowe, Tilly Tremayne, Paul Bazely and Gyles Brandreth.Produced and directed by Claire Grove.

Nick Warburton (Author), , Helen Longworth, John Rowe, Kate Buffery, Sam Dale, Trevor Peacock (Narrator)

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