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Brett Westwood’s Living World from the Archives: A BBC Radio 4 nature series

Wildlife presenter Brett Westwood revisits selected highlights from the Living World archive Since 1968, the BBC's iconic Living World has been introducing listeners to the best natural history Britain has to offer. Its veteran presenters have criss-crossed the country in all weathers and through all terrains, in search of remarkable species and extraordinary stories. Introduced and updated by Brett Westwood, these classic archive programmes are hosted by Lionel Kelleway, Trai Anfield, Chris Sperring, Paul Evans, Peter France, Joanna Pinnock, Miranda Krestovnikoff, Sarah Pitt and Brett himself. Each show is filmed on location, in places ranging from Dartmoor to the Celtic rainforest, and features a guest naturalist eager to share their expertise with the presenters and us. Together, they uncover an array of natural wonders, including the elegant black-tailed godwit, the enigmatic glow worm and the industrious mason bee that makes its nest in a snail shell. They also hunt for adders in Loch Lomond, experience the sights and sounds of a Sika deer rut and a starling eruption, witness the small bands of Red Admiral butterflies flying in from the sea and find that night time is the right time for mountain hares. Immersive, inviting and informative, this specially curated collection will provide fascinating insight into Britain's wonderful wildlife, and inspire you to seek out your own encounters with nature. Production credits Produced by Andrew Dawes Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates: Nest Finder of Dartmoor 11 June 2017 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Mark Lawrence Adders of Loch Lomond 18 June 2017 Presented by Trai Anfield with Chris McInerny A Shell Nesting Bee 2 July 2017 Presented by Trai Anfield with John Walters Glow Worms 9 July 2017 Presented by Chris Sperring with Robin Scagell Waxcap Grasslands 24 September 2017 Presented by Paul Evans with Dr Gareth Griffiths and Bruce Langridge The Late Arrivals 8 October 2017 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Richard Fox Sika Deer 22 October 2017 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Dr Anita Diaz Godwits 17 December 2017 Presented by Chris Sperring with Pete Potts Ancient Holly 24 December 2017 Presented by Joanna Pinnock with Sara Bellis and Carl Pickup Ponds in Winter 31 December 2017 Presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff with Jeremy Biggs Mountain Hares 7 January 2018 Presented by Sarah Pitt with Derek Yaldon The Snowdrop 4 March 2018 Presented by Brett Westwood with Christine Skelmesdale A Starling Eruption 11 March 2018 Presented by Trai Anfield and Simon Clarke Essex Geese 18 March 2018 Presented by Peter France with Graeme Underwood and Chris Tyas The Celtic Rainforest 25 March 2018 Presented by Paul Evans with Ray Woods © 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Brett Westwood, Chris Sperring, Joanna Pinnock, Lionel Kelleway, Miranda Krestovnikoff, Paul Evans, Peter France, Sarah Pitt, Trai Anfield (Author), Brett Westwood, Chris Sperring, Joanna Pinnock, Lionel Kelleway, Miranda Krestonikoff, Paul Evans, Peter France, Sarah Pitt, Trai Anfield (Narrator)

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Lindsey Chapman’s Living World from the Archives: A BBC Radio 4 nature series

Wildlife presenter Lindsey Chapman relives selected archive highlights from the popular nature series For over five decades, Living World has been introducing audiences to the astonishing diversity of British wildlife. Its veteran presenters have travelled the length and breadth of the British Isles, venturing far and wide with their microphones to immerse the listener and capture the excitement of getting close to nature. Hosted by Lionel Kelleway, Brett Westwood, Peter France and Michael Scott, these 15 archive episodes are hand-picked by Lindsey Chapman, who also gives an introduction to each one, bringing us up to date on developments since the initial broadcast. Recorded on location in some very special places, from South Harris in the Outer Hebrides to the River Exe in Devon, the programmes all feature guest experts with specialist knowledge of the local environment and its flora and fauna. Guiding our presenters through a particular habitat, they discuss the species who have made it their home, and set out to track them down. While a quest to find the great yellow bumblebee proves problematic, they revel in seeing a hen harrier on the wing; encounter the world's largest slug; experience a remarkable raven roost and catch a rare glimpse of wild boar. Plus, they discover the biology behind pigeon migration; learn why jays are key to the rejuvenation of the UK's forests and take a timeline walk from sea edge to dry land along Dungeness' shifting shingles. Full of amazing sights, sounds and stories, this specially curated collection will take you on an awe-inspiring journey through Britain's natural world, and encourage you to embark on your own wildlife adventures. Production credits Produced by Andrew Dawes Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates: The Machair of the Western Isles 10 June 2018 Presented by Brett Westwood with Martin Scott Catch the Pigeon 17 June 2018 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Chris Armstrong Woolston Eyes 24 June 2018 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Brian Martin Blackbirds 1 July 2018 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Will Cresswell Hen Harrier 23 September 2018 Presented by Brett Westwood wth Iolo Williams The World's Largest Slug 30 September 2018 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with John Walters Underwater Architects 7 October 2018 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Ian Wallace The Oak Tree Planters 14 October 2018 Presented by Brett Westwood with John Tulley Dungeness 21 October 2018 Presented by Peter France with Erica Towner and David Harper Avocet 9 December 2018 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Malcom Davies Caledonian Pine Forest 16 December 2018 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Roy Dennis Winter Ravens 23 December 2018 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Leo Smith and Tom Wall Wild Boar 30 December 2018 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Dr Martin Goulding The Green Isle 3 March 2019 Presented by Michael Scott with Dave Dick and Peter Moore Stoats 11 March 2019 Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Robbie MacDonald and Becky Wright © 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Brett Westwood, Lindsey Chapman, Lionel Kelleway, Michael Scott, Peter France (Author), Brett Westwood, Lindsey Chapman, Lionel Kelleway, Michael Scott, Peter France, Various (Narrator)

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