11:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Brain of Britain
Russell Davies welcomes the four competitors who've made it through to the final, to compete for the prestigious title Brain of Britain 2024.
12:00 AM - 12:15 AM
Midnight News
The latest news and weather forecast from BBC Radio 4.
12:15 AM - 12:48 AM
Take Four Books
Presenter James Crawford speaks to the writer and son of John Le Carré - Nick Harkaway - about his new book, Karla's Choice, and the three other works that have shaped its creation.
12:48 AM - 01:00 AM
Shipping Forecast
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
01:00 AM - 05:20 AM
World Service
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:20 AM - 05:30 AM
Shipping Forecast
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
05:30 AM - 05:43 AM
News Briefing
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
05:43 AM - 05:45 AM
Bells on Sunday
Bells on Sunday comes from the Breslin Tower at the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee, America.
05:45 AM - 06:00 AM
In Touch
Strictly Come Dancing's 2024 winner Chris McCausland joins 11-year-old author Betsy Griffin and the In Touch team to celebrate Christmas Eve.
06:00 AM - 06:05 AM
News Summary
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
06:05 AM - 06:35 AM
Beyond Belief
Mona Siddiqui hears from Denzil Larbi who reflects on the loss of his cousin, Elianne Andam, to explore if religions do enough for those grieving at times of collective merriment.
06:35 AM - 06:57 AM
On Your Farm
On a small farm in West Wales, a love affair with raising goats has become a big business producing kefir.
06:57 AM - 07:00 AM
Weather Forecast
The latest weather reports and forecast.
07:00 AM - 07:10 AM
News and Sunday Papers
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers.
07:10 AM - 07:54 AM
Sunday
A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week.
07:54 AM - 07:57 AM
The Radio 4 Appeal
Actress Jennifer Saunders makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of The Mango Tree.
07:57 AM - 08:00 AM
Weather Forecast
The latest weather reports and forecast.
08:00 AM - 08:10 AM
News and Sunday Papers
The latest news headlines. Including a look at the Sunday papers.
08:10 AM - 08:48 AM
Sunday Worship
The Rev Dr Isabelle Hamley visits the sight of the fire celebrating the remarkable renaissance of Notre Dame.
08:48 AM - 08:58 AM
A Point of View
Megan Nolan on New Year's Resolutions, and why 'the leopard can, does and will change its spots.'.
08:58 AM - 09:00 AM
Tweet of the Day
Tweet of the Day is a series of fascinating stories about our British birds inspired by their calls and songs.
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Broadcasting House
The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Desert Island Discs
Marianela Núñez, ballerina, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item she would take with her if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne.
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
The Archers Omnibus
There's a Christmas Eve surprise in Ambridge, and Joy has a big question to ask.
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Profile
The woman behind the BBC sitcom Gavin & Stacey.
12:30 PM - 12:57 PM
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue
3/6. Marcus Brigstocke Miles Jupp, Rachel Parris and Henning Wehn are the panellists at the Anvil Theatre in Basingstoke, with Jack Dee in the chair.
12:57 PM - 01:00 PM
Weather Forecast
The latest weather forecast.
01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
The World This Weekend
Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.
01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Whisky Galore No More?
Pressures are piling on the Scotch whisky industry, from dwindling sales and the threat of US tariffs to changing drinking habits. How will Scotland's largest food export cope?
02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Gardeners' Question Time
What can I do with my amaryllis bulb now that I've dipped it in wax? Are misshapen vegetables safe to eat? Are there any deer proof plants? Find out in this archive edition of GQT.
02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Opening Lines
John Yorke takes a look at Rumer Godden's children's book Miss Happiness and Miss Flower, with the help of Dame Jacqueline Wilson.
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Miss Happiness and Miss Flower
Rumer Godden's beloved children's Christmas classic about hope, finding home, and two lost Japanese dolls. Dramatised by Kate Clanchy. Stars Sudha Bhuchar and Haruka Kuroda.
04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Take Four Books
Take Four Books presenter James Crawford speaks to writer Rachelle Atalla about her new book - The Salt Flats - and explores its connections to three other literary works.
04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Counterpoint
1/13. Paul Gambaccini is in the chair as the ultimate music quiz returns, with questions on music of all varieties and eras.
05:00 PM - 05:10 PM
Witness History
In 1963, the English sitcom Dinner for One was recorded. It's now watched every New Year's Eve in Germany.
05:10 PM - 05:54 PM
On the Run
Poet and runner Helen Mort examines the role running played in societies from Europe's Dark Ages to the early 20th century.
05:54 PM - 05:57 PM
Shipping Forecast
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
05:57 PM - 06:00 PM
Weather Forecast
The latest weather reports and forecast.
06:00 PM - 06:15 PM
Six O'Clock News
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
06:15 PM - 07:00 PM
Pick of the Week
A special episode focusing on listeners' highlights of the year, presented by Anita Anand.
07:00 PM - 07:15 PM
The Archers
Lynda makes a friend, and it's an emotional day for Susan.
07:15 PM - 07:45 PM
My Night With Tracy - How the...
...Darwin Cyclone Made a Man of Mike Thomson. Illuminated - Radio 4's home for creative documentaries that shed light on hidden worlds.
07:45 PM - 08:00 PM
Just One Thing
Michael uncovers why going for a walk on a rainy day could improve your mood and even give your immune system a boost!
08:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Feedback
Andrea Catherwood announces the results of Feedback's Interview of the Year.
08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Last Word
Weekly obituary programme telling the life stories of those who have died recently.
09:00 PM - 09:25 PM
Money Box
Vets bills, insurance premiums and the cost of treats, we calculate the cost of owning a pet.
09:25 PM - 09:30 PM
The Radio 4 Appeal
Actress Jennifer Saunders makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of The Mango Tree.
09:30 PM - 10:00 PM
From Our Own Correspondent
BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg is regarded as a 'propagandist' by some Russians, but a song he wrote about a Russian friend unexpectedly struck a chord with fellow Muscovites.
10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Short Cuts
Josie Long presents short documentaries that rise up from the soil.
10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Echo
Through the 1970s and 1980s, elephant populations were mercilessly persecuted. But one individual would rise to stardom.
11:00 PM - 11:45 PM
In Our Time
Jenny Uglow, Rosemary Sweet and Caroline McCaffrey-Howarth join Melvyn Bragg to explore why eighteenth-century collectors and consumers became so enthusiastic about ancient vases.
11:45 PM - 12:00 AM
Short Works
In the hopes of boosting Christmas cheer, or maybe Christmas revenue, the boss of the Merry Little Christmas Shop has promised a bonus to the staff member who makes the most sales.