The Archers
Contemporary drama in a rural setting.
Supporting Content
*NEW* The Archers Podcast
Emma Freud introduces a weekly look behind-the-scenes of Ambridge
June Spencer retires from The Archers
The voice of Peggy Woolley, June Spencer stops recording.
'Biggest hidden problem' for farmers
Sybil Ruscoe looks at the specific challenges of poor mental health on farms.
Writer Adrian Flynn remembered
A tribute to a much missed man who as part of The Archers team for almost 25 years.
51 Years as Shula
Judy Bennett looks back at her time in The Archers.
Tracy and Oliver's friendship
How these two have supported one another over the years.
Get to know Madeleine Leslay who plays Chelsea
Maddie shares her experience of joining The Archers.
Jim and Jazzer's unlikely friendship
How the father-son relationship developed between a pigman and a professor.
Charles on Brian: "A number of his hardships have been self-inflicted"
Actor Charles Collingwood considers Brian's future and who will inherit Home Farm.
How well do you know your Archers?
Test yourself with these tried and tested questions from a weekly fan-run quiz.
What's your favourite Archers cliffhanger?
Listeners select the best jaw-dropping moments in Ambridge.
The Archers in 70 Objects
A fascinating collection of items from cast, crew and listeners celebrating 70 years.
Tales from the early days of The Archers
Original cast member, June Spencer, recalls surprising tales from The Archers' early days
The Ambridge Calendar
Your indispensable guide to the year in Ambridge...
Podcasts and Downloads
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Countryside Insights from The Archers
Leaf through extra information on rural issues that have featured in The Archers.
Peggy meets her twin great grand-daughters
Peggy talks to Tony about twins and the presence of Wren while meeting Nova and Seren.
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How Charles Collingwood charmed his way into The Archers
Charles recounts his early days in Ambridge and considers the future for the Aldridges.
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"It's hardly a surprise Brian had an angina attack"
Actor Charles Collingwood shares his thoughts on the stress his character has been under.
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The Archers cause havoc at Clarence House
Lynda's snoop for props is interrupted by Ben who's mislaid one of Eddie's ferrets.
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