http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006rcd7Alan Dein presents documentaries about modern Britain. BBC Radio 4’s critically acclaimed series in which award-winning presenter Alan Dein goes in search of original stories from around the country – featuring people and places which are usually overlooked by the news.Alan Dein presents documentaries about modern Britain. BBC Radio 4’s critically acclaimed series in which award-winning presenter Alan Dein goes in search of original stories from around the country – featuring people and places which are usually overlooked by the news.BBC Radio 4BBCpodcast.support@bbc.co.uken-gbhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/assets/artwork/lial.jpghttp://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006rcd7(C) BBC 2013Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:00:14 +0000documentary, documentaries, UK, Britain, society, oral history, Alan, Allan, Dein, Dean, Deane, stories, features, Lives in a Landscape, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, BBC, Radio 4documentary, documentaries, UK, Britain, society, oral history, Alan, Allan, Dein, Dean, Deane, stories, features, Lives in a Landscape, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, BBC, Radio 4nononadultWhen Terry Chambers became wheelchair-bound after a stroke, he needed someone to push him through the streets of Crouch End in North London. He already had one carer but it wasn't enough. So he placed a jokey advert in the local newsagent's window - "Pusher needed for Silly Old Fart in Wheelchair" and found Robert.When Terry Chambers became wheelchair-bound after a stroke, he needed someone to push him through the streets of Crouch End in North London. He already had one carer but it wasn't enough. So he placed a jokey advert in the local newsagent's window -...When Terry Chambers became wheelchair-bound after a stroke, he needed someone to push him through the streets of Crouch End in North London. He already had one carer but it wasn't enough. So he placed a jokey advert in the local newsagent's window - "Pusher needed for Silly Old Fart in Wheelchair" and found Robert.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 11:31:00 +000027:46http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20130313-1131.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20130313-1131a.mp3BBC Radio 4When Dave Clifford left the Metropolitan police after thirty years of service he didn’t opt for an easy life: instead of retirement he took a job as head of year at a London academy and eight years on he’s still there. Alan Dein meets him and finds out more about the pastoral care he delivers, including sorting out the mysterious case of chicken bones found spread across the canteen floor and the baffling antics of teenage pupils who have been filming themselves as they cough and splutter whilst eating cinnamon!When Dave Clifford left the Metropolitan police after thirty years of service he didn’t opt for an easy life: instead of retirement he took a job as head of year at a London academy and eight years on he’s still there. Alan Dein meets him and finds...When Dave Clifford left the Metropolitan police after thirty years of service he didn’t opt for an easy life: instead of retirement he took a job as head of year at a London academy and eight years on he’s still there. Alan Dein meets him and finds out more about the pastoral care he delivers, including sorting out the mysterious case of chicken bones found spread across the canteen floor and the baffling antics of teenage pupils who have been filming themselves as they cough and splutter whilst eating cinnamon!Wed, 06 Mar 2013 11:30:00 +000028:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20130306-1130.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20130306-1130a.mp3BBC Radio 4Muchelney means 'Great Island' and this village in the Somerset Levels is often cut off. In the highest flood in living memory Alan Dein meets the people who live on this occasional island.Muchelney means 'Great Island' and this village in the Somerset Levels is often cut off. In the highest flood in living memory Alan Dein meets the people who live on this occasional island....Muchelney means 'Great Island' and this village in the Somerset Levels is often cut off. In the highest flood in living memory Alan Dein meets the people who live on this occasional island.Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:30:00 +000027:44http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20130227-1130.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20130227-1130a.mp3BBC Radio 4Fancy buying a zoo? If so, here is your chance - a private zoo in Borth, Wales has been put on the market. Alan Dein visits to meet the animals, the owners, and their stories. Producer: Sarah Jane HallFancy buying a zoo? If so, here is your chance - a private zoo in Borth, Wales has been put on the market. Alan Dein visits to meet the animals, the owners, and their stories. Producer: Sarah Jane Hall...Fancy buying a zoo? If so, here is your chance - a private zoo in Borth, Wales has been put on the market. Alan Dein visits to meet the animals, the owners, and their stories. Producer: Sarah Jane HallWed, 20 Feb 2013 11:05:00 +000028:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20130220-1105.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20130220-1105a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein visits a Hastings allotment and finds that a plot of land means a lot more to people than a place to grow vegetables. He joins various allotmenteers as they tend their plot and hears how differently they use it. A young family have created a haven where the children learn about nature; a teacher who tended the land as a means of combatting depression and two friends meet under a full moon to await the wild original inhabitants of the allotment. Producers: Sarah Bowen and Neil McCarthyAlan Dein visits a Hastings allotment and finds that a plot of land means a lot more to people than a place to grow vegetables. He joins various allotmenteers as they tend their plot and hears how differently they use it. A young family have created a...Alan Dein visits a Hastings allotment and finds that a plot of land means a lot more to people than a place to grow vegetables. He joins various allotmenteers as they tend their plot and hears how differently they use it. A young family have created a haven where the children learn about nature; a teacher who tended the land as a means of combatting depression and two friends meet under a full moon to await the wild original inhabitants of the allotment. Producers: Sarah Bowen and Neil McCarthyThu, 25 Oct 2012 12:04:00 +010027:39http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20121025-1204.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20121025-1204a.mp3BBC Radio 4Burdiehouse is a council scheme on the outermost tip of Edinburgh and it's here, hidden away from the world outside, that Alan Dein encounters the pigeon, or doo men, locked in a constant battle to capture each other's birds. These men are neighbours but when it comes to pigeons the battle lines are drawn. Producer: Caitlin SmithBurdiehouse is a council scheme on the outermost tip of Edinburgh and it's here, hidden away from the world outside, that Alan Dein encounters the pigeon, or doo men, locked in a constant battle to capture each other's birds. These men are neighbours...Burdiehouse is a council scheme on the outermost tip of Edinburgh and it's here, hidden away from the world outside, that Alan Dein encounters the pigeon, or doo men, locked in a constant battle to capture each other's birds. These men are neighbours but when it comes to pigeons the battle lines are drawn. Producer: Caitlin SmithWed, 17 Oct 2012 12:33:00 +010027:57http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20121017-1233.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20121017-1233b.mp3BBC Radio 4Arguably the longest commute in the UK, the Caledonian Sleeper is a quarter of a mile long. Alan Dein rides with three regulars, through a long night of the long distance commuter, to find out where home really lies. Producer: Sara Jane HallArguably the longest commute in the UK, the Caledonian Sleeper is a quarter of a mile long. Alan Dein rides with three regulars, through a long night of the long distance commuter, to find out where home really lies. Producer: Sara Jane Hall...Arguably the longest commute in the UK, the Caledonian Sleeper is a quarter of a mile long. Alan Dein rides with three regulars, through a long night of the long distance commuter, to find out where home really lies. Producer: Sara Jane HallThu, 11 Oct 2012 14:35:00 +010027:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20121011-1435.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20121011-1435a.mp3BBC Radio 4Maureen's cat has gone astray. On the same Portsmouth street, the Fletcher family have found a cat which they're growing very fond of. The cat has brought the family back together after a nightmare summer holiday with their teenage children. But does their feline peacemaker actually belong to Maureen? Producer: Laurence GrissellMaureen's cat has gone astray. On the same Portsmouth street, the Fletcher family have found a cat which they're growing very fond of. The cat has brought the family back together after a nightmare summer holiday with their teenage children. But does...Maureen's cat has gone astray. On the same Portsmouth street, the Fletcher family have found a cat which they're growing very fond of. The cat has brought the family back together after a nightmare summer holiday with their teenage children. But does their feline peacemaker actually belong to Maureen? Producer: Laurence GrissellWed, 03 Oct 2012 11:02:00 +010027:46http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20121003-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20121003-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 4It's Easter 2012 and Redcar steelworks sees a fiery and unlikely resurrection when its blast furnace is relit. Amongst the flames Alan Dein hears from lives shaped by steel. Producer: Mark BurmanIt's Easter 2012 and Redcar steelworks sees a fiery and unlikely resurrection when its blast furnace is relit. Amongst the flames Alan Dein hears from lives shaped by steel. Producer: Mark Burman...It's Easter 2012 and Redcar steelworks sees a fiery and unlikely resurrection when its blast furnace is relit. Amongst the flames Alan Dein hears from lives shaped by steel. Producer: Mark BurmanWed, 23 May 2012 11:02:00 +010027:45http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120523-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120523-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 4The people of Portrush in Northern Ireland are hoping that the arrival of the Irish Open golf tournament will breathe new life into this seaside town which was a once thriving holiday resort. For four days the town will turn into a golf lover's paradise. An injection of cash from the government is paying for the demolition of derelict buildings and a major spring clean. But some in Portrush fear this will be a temporary patch-up job and that once the world's TV cameras depart things will return to normal. Producer: Claire BurgoyneThe people of Portrush in Northern Ireland are hoping that the arrival of the Irish Open golf tournament will breathe new life into this seaside town which was a once thriving holiday resort. For four days the town will turn into a golf lover's...The people of Portrush in Northern Ireland are hoping that the arrival of the Irish Open golf tournament will breathe new life into this seaside town which was a once thriving holiday resort. For four days the town will turn into a golf lover's paradise. An injection of cash from the government is paying for the demolition of derelict buildings and a major spring clean. But some in Portrush fear this will be a temporary patch-up job and that once the world's TV cameras depart things will return to normal. Producer: Claire BurgoyneFri, 18 May 2012 11:16:00 +010027:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120518-1116.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120518-1116c.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein delves into the deaths of two Labradors, Moz and Chloe and three Jack Russell Terriers, Monty, Poppy and Murphy, living in different families on the same street. Following the latest death, pork steak laced with pesticide was found in a garden and a local vet is in little doubt that this was a deliberate. For Georgina and her husband Darren the attacks have unleashed mistrust and fear in their once close knit community near Wakefield. Producer: Sue MitchellAlan Dein delves into the deaths of two Labradors, Moz and Chloe and three Jack Russell Terriers, Monty, Poppy and Murphy, living in different families on the same street. Following the latest death, pork steak laced with pesticide was found in a...Alan Dein delves into the deaths of two Labradors, Moz and Chloe and three Jack Russell Terriers, Monty, Poppy and Murphy, living in different families on the same street. Following the latest death, pork steak laced with pesticide was found in a garden and a local vet is in little doubt that this was a deliberate. For Georgina and her husband Darren the attacks have unleashed mistrust and fear in their once close knit community near Wakefield. Producer: Sue MitchellWed, 09 May 2012 11:02:00 +010027:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120509-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120509-1102c.mp3BBC Radio 4The dramas of young families moving into Cardea, a brand new housing estate on the outskirts of Peterborough which just two years ago was open fields. Sara Jane and Stacey are both expectant mums in their early twenties. Together with their partners, they're about to embark on a new life on the new estate. Producer: Laurence GrissellThe dramas of young families moving into Cardea, a brand new housing estate on the outskirts of Peterborough which just two years ago was open fields. Sara Jane and Stacey are both expectant mums in their early twenties. Together with their...The dramas of young families moving into Cardea, a brand new housing estate on the outskirts of Peterborough which just two years ago was open fields. Sara Jane and Stacey are both expectant mums in their early twenties. Together with their partners, they're about to embark on a new life on the new estate. Producer: Laurence GrissellWed, 02 May 2012 11:02:00 +010027:21http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120502-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120502-1102c.mp3BBC Radio 4Every six weeks a group of women in affluent Putney by the Thames in south-west London meets to discuss a book they've all been reading. This is no casual club open to the public but a close knit circle of friends and bibliophiles whose group is exclusive. As Boat Race Saturday - spring highpoint of the social calendar - approaches, Alan Dein joins the women as they go about their daily lives to hear about their relationship with Putney, with each other and the meaning the book club has for them. Producer: Neil McCarthyEvery six weeks a group of women in affluent Putney by the Thames in south-west London meets to discuss a book they've all been reading. This is no casual club open to the public but a close knit circle of friends and bibliophiles whose group is...Every six weeks a group of women in affluent Putney by the Thames in south-west London meets to discuss a book they've all been reading. This is no casual club open to the public but a close knit circle of friends and bibliophiles whose group is exclusive. As Boat Race Saturday - spring highpoint of the social calendar - approaches, Alan Dein joins the women as they go about their daily lives to hear about their relationship with Putney, with each other and the meaning the book club has for them. Producer: Neil McCarthyMon, 06 Feb 2012 11:02:00 +000027:31http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120206-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120206-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein follows the fortunes of Iraq veteran turned wedding photographer Stefan Edwards as he contends with the difficulties of life on civvy street and tries to cut himself a slice of the increasingly competitive wedding market. Producer: Laurence GrissellAlan Dein follows the fortunes of Iraq veteran turned wedding photographer Stefan Edwards as he contends with the difficulties of life on civvy street and tries to cut himself a slice of the increasingly competitive wedding market. Producer: Laurence...Alan Dein follows the fortunes of Iraq veteran turned wedding photographer Stefan Edwards as he contends with the difficulties of life on civvy street and tries to cut himself a slice of the increasingly competitive wedding market. Producer: Laurence GrissellMon, 30 Jan 2012 11:02:00 +000027:21http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120130-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120130-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 4On the wall above the Val D'Oro, one of the oldest fish and chip shops in Glasgow hangs a painting of the Crucifixion, painted to commemorate the residents of one of the poorest areas of the city. To the left of the cross, Luigi Corvi, owner of the shop, stands poised to sing, bearing a plate of fish and chips. As Alan Dein discovers, the Passion at Glasgow Cross also describes Luigi's long suppressed dream: he serves fish and chips by day but dreams of life singing opera at La Scala... Producer: David StenhouseOn the wall above the Val D'Oro, one of the oldest fish and chip shops in Glasgow hangs a painting of the Crucifixion, painted to commemorate the residents of one of the poorest areas of the city. To the left of the cross, Luigi Corvi, owner of the...On the wall above the Val D'Oro, one of the oldest fish and chip shops in Glasgow hangs a painting of the Crucifixion, painted to commemorate the residents of one of the poorest areas of the city. To the left of the cross, Luigi Corvi, owner of the shop, stands poised to sing, bearing a plate of fish and chips. As Alan Dein discovers, the Passion at Glasgow Cross also describes Luigi's long suppressed dream: he serves fish and chips by day but dreams of life singing opera at La Scala... Producer: David StenhouseMon, 23 Jan 2012 11:00:00 +000027:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120123-1100.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120123-1100a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein visits Vi and John Rubens House in Ilford, Essex, where elderly residents of the old East End Jewish community in London now spend their days. Talking to them about how they spend their time now he discovers a rich landscape of experience in the lives of these entertainingly lively and thoughtful old people. Producer: Simon Elmes.Alan Dein visits Vi and John Rubens House in Ilford, Essex, where elderly residents of the old East End Jewish community in London now spend their days. Talking to them about how they spend their time now he discovers a rich landscape of experience in...Alan Dein visits Vi and John Rubens House in Ilford, Essex, where elderly residents of the old East End Jewish community in London now spend their days. Talking to them about how they spend their time now he discovers a rich landscape of experience in the lives of these entertainingly lively and thoughtful old people. Producer: Simon Elmes.Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:02:00 +000027:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120102-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20120102-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein reports on a curious midnight ritual in Broughton, Northamptonshire where, as Christmas approaches, the villagers beat out the devil in a din of pots and pans, milk churns and hip baths, drums and hammers, colanders and frying pans - anything that makes a noise in fact. Producer: Sara Jane HallAlan Dein reports on a curious midnight ritual in Broughton, Northamptonshire where, as Christmas approaches, the villagers beat out the devil in a din of pots and pans, milk churns and hip baths, drums and hammers, colanders and frying pans -...Alan Dein reports on a curious midnight ritual in Broughton, Northamptonshire where, as Christmas approaches, the villagers beat out the devil in a din of pots and pans, milk churns and hip baths, drums and hammers, colanders and frying pans - anything that makes a noise in fact. Producer: Sara Jane HallFri, 23 Dec 2011 11:02:00 +000027:40http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111223-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111223-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein meets Zimbabwean refugee Wilson Magwere. Back home, he and his fellow musicians from the band Storm were regularly called upon to perform at pro-government rallies while all around them they witnessed their family and friends suffer at the hands of Robert Mugabe's regime. It was soon too much to bear and Wilson left his wife and daughter to flee to Belfast, where he's formed a new band and hopes his family might someday join him. Producer: Conor GarrettAlan Dein meets Zimbabwean refugee Wilson Magwere. Back home, he and his fellow musicians from the band Storm were regularly called upon to perform at pro-government rallies while all around them they witnessed their family and friends suffer at the...Alan Dein meets Zimbabwean refugee Wilson Magwere. Back home, he and his fellow musicians from the band Storm were regularly called upon to perform at pro-government rallies while all around them they witnessed their family and friends suffer at the hands of Robert Mugabe's regime. It was soon too much to bear and Wilson left his wife and daughter to flee to Belfast, where he's formed a new band and hopes his family might someday join him. Producer: Conor GarrettMon, 19 Dec 2011 11:02:00 +000027:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111219-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111219-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein meets Arthur Lowe, a 75-year-old life model and former financial adviser, from Shipston-On-Stour who poses for art students as a contribution to society. Alan explores exposure, vanity and the ageing process with Arthur who is acutely aware that his days as a model may be numbered. Producer: Paula McGinleyAlan Dein meets Arthur Lowe, a 75-year-old life model and former financial adviser, from Shipston-On-Stour who poses for art students as a contribution to society. Alan explores exposure, vanity and the ageing process with Arthur who is acutely aware...Alan Dein meets Arthur Lowe, a 75-year-old life model and former financial adviser, from Shipston-On-Stour who poses for art students as a contribution to society. Alan explores exposure, vanity and the ageing process with Arthur who is acutely aware that his days as a model may be numbered. Producer: Paula McGinleyMon, 12 Dec 2011 11:02:00 +000027:34http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111212-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111212-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein joins a group for whom the nuclear industry has been a staple of their daily lives. But the golfing members of the Sellafield Area Sports and Recreation Association, have a life away from the pressure of working at one of the most recognisable nuclear establishments in the world. As they make their way to the far end of the course, the holes which neighbour the Sellafield landscape of their working lives, Alan learns how they balance a very particular kind of work and leisure. Producer: Tom AlbanAlan Dein joins a group for whom the nuclear industry has been a staple of their daily lives. But the golfing members of the Sellafield Area Sports and Recreation Association, have a life away from the pressure of working at one of the most...Alan Dein joins a group for whom the nuclear industry has been a staple of their daily lives. But the golfing members of the Sellafield Area Sports and Recreation Association, have a life away from the pressure of working at one of the most recognisable nuclear establishments in the world. As they make their way to the far end of the course, the holes which neighbour the Sellafield landscape of their working lives, Alan learns how they balance a very particular kind of work and leisure. Producer: Tom AlbanMon, 05 Dec 2011 11:02:00 +000027:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111205-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111205-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein follows the lives of two brothers - Alex, searching for a fresh start away from London gangs and his adopted brother JJ, who is poised for success on the London stage. Producer: Sue MitchellAlan Dein follows the lives of two brothers - Alex, searching for a fresh start away from London gangs and his adopted brother JJ, who is poised for success on the London stage. Producer: Sue Mitchell...Alan Dein follows the lives of two brothers - Alex, searching for a fresh start away from London gangs and his adopted brother JJ, who is poised for success on the London stage. Producer: Sue MitchellMon, 28 Nov 2011 11:00:00 +000027:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111128-1100.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111128-1100a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein goes to Northern Ireland to talk to former Royal Ulster Constabulary officers who have formed a writing group. The Maryfield Writers meet once a month to share their work and come to terms with the trauma of the past. Producer: Neil McCarthyAlan Dein goes to Northern Ireland to talk to former Royal Ulster Constabulary officers who have formed a writing group. The Maryfield Writers meet once a month to share their work and come to terms with the trauma of the past. Producer: Neil McCarthy...Alan Dein goes to Northern Ireland to talk to former Royal Ulster Constabulary officers who have formed a writing group. The Maryfield Writers meet once a month to share their work and come to terms with the trauma of the past. Producer: Neil McCarthyMon, 21 Nov 2011 11:00:00 +000027:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111121-1100.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111121-1100a.mp3BBC Radio 4In the first ever Lives in a Landscape, the Ancient and Honourable Society of Ratters leave London clubland behind and head for Yorkshire to experience the excitement of a real rat-hunt, masterminded by ex-miner Brian Oliver. But when he invites them back to his council semi, it's not quite what they're expecting. Alan Dein has presented the programme since 2008 - before then, most editions were audio montages without a presenter. Producer: Laurence GrissellIn the first ever Lives in a Landscape, the Ancient and Honourable Society of Ratters leave London clubland behind and head for Yorkshire to experience the excitement of a real rat-hunt, masterminded by ex-miner Brian Oliver. But when he invites them...In the first ever Lives in a Landscape, the Ancient and Honourable Society of Ratters leave London clubland behind and head for Yorkshire to experience the excitement of a real rat-hunt, masterminded by ex-miner Brian Oliver. But when he invites them back to his council semi, it's not quite what they're expecting. Alan Dein has presented the programme since 2008 - before then, most editions were audio montages without a presenter. Producer: Laurence GrissellMon, 14 Nov 2011 10:54:00 +000027:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111114-1054.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111114-1054b.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein travels to Elsecar Park, Barnsley. For the past 4 years it has been home to Francis McDonald who both runs the cafe and acts as unofficial park keeper. It seemed like a paradise when McDonald opened the doors on a world he had known since his childhood. But gradually it became a kind of lonely hell. Now this will be his last autumn and the house on the hill will fall silent and shuttered. Producer: Mark BurmanAlan Dein travels to Elsecar Park, Barnsley. For the past 4 years it has been home to Francis McDonald who both runs the cafe and acts as unofficial park keeper. It seemed like a paradise when McDonald opened the doors on a world he had known since...Alan Dein travels to Elsecar Park, Barnsley. For the past 4 years it has been home to Francis McDonald who both runs the cafe and acts as unofficial park keeper. It seemed like a paradise when McDonald opened the doors on a world he had known since his childhood. But gradually it became a kind of lonely hell. Now this will be his last autumn and the house on the hill will fall silent and shuttered. Producer: Mark BurmanFri, 04 Nov 2011 15:20:00 +000027:34http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1520.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1520a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein goes to Boston, Lincolnshire to explore the simmering tensions caused by a large influx of migrant workers from Eastern Europe. On arriving in this traditional market town dominated by its vast church known locally as the Stump, Alan hears rumours of escalating crime, homelessness and enforced repatriations. Alan talks to Bostonians and migrant workers alike, attempting to build up a picture of the reality behind the rumours. Producer: Laurence GrissellAlan Dein goes to Boston, Lincolnshire to explore the simmering tensions caused by a large influx of migrant workers from Eastern Europe. On arriving in this traditional market town dominated by its vast church known locally as the Stump, Alan...Alan Dein goes to Boston, Lincolnshire to explore the simmering tensions caused by a large influx of migrant workers from Eastern Europe. On arriving in this traditional market town dominated by its vast church known locally as the Stump, Alan hears rumours of escalating crime, homelessness and enforced repatriations. Alan talks to Bostonians and migrant workers alike, attempting to build up a picture of the reality behind the rumours. Producer: Laurence GrissellFri, 04 Nov 2011 15:03:00 +000027:21http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1503.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1503a.mp3BBC Radio 4Alan Dein meets the evangelising travellers of Edinburgh who live amid the decaying remains of the city's Craigmillar estate and worship in the Life and Light church. Once a thriving community, today Craigmillar lies two thirds empty, with promised re-development on hold. Venturing into the heart of a housing scheme rife with drug dealers, according to the travellers, Alan is not sure what kind of reception he will receive. Producer: Kate BissellAlan Dein meets the evangelising travellers of Edinburgh who live amid the decaying remains of the city's Craigmillar estate and worship in the Life and Light church. Once a thriving community, today Craigmillar lies two thirds empty, with promised...Alan Dein meets the evangelising travellers of Edinburgh who live amid the decaying remains of the city's Craigmillar estate and worship in the Life and Light church. Once a thriving community, today Craigmillar lies two thirds empty, with promised re-development on hold. Venturing into the heart of a housing scheme rife with drug dealers, according to the travellers, Alan is not sure what kind of reception he will receive. Producer: Kate BissellFri, 04 Nov 2011 14:17:00 +000027:39http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1417.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1417a.mp3BBC Radio 4The village of Woodhouses near Manchester is a half-rural, half-suburban idyll. Right now, the place is buzzing with excitement as the village cricket team are about to contest the the final of the Village Cricket Cup at Lords. But as Alan Dein discovers, just as the team dream of victory, this proud Lancashire cricketing village is under threat. Once home to quarter of a million pigs, Woodhouses suddenly finds itself in real danger of being consumed by bricks and concrete, threatening its village status. Producer: Neil GeorgeThe village of Woodhouses near Manchester is a half-rural, half-suburban idyll. Right now, the place is buzzing with excitement as the village cricket team are about to contest the the final of the Village Cricket Cup at Lords. But as Alan Dein...The village of Woodhouses near Manchester is a half-rural, half-suburban idyll. Right now, the place is buzzing with excitement as the village cricket team are about to contest the the final of the Village Cricket Cup at Lords. But as Alan Dein discovers, just as the team dream of victory, this proud Lancashire cricketing village is under threat. Once home to quarter of a million pigs, Woodhouses suddenly finds itself in real danger of being consumed by bricks and concrete, threatening its village status. Producer: Neil GeorgeFri, 04 Nov 2011 13:46:00 +000027:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1346.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1346a.mp3BBC Radio 4In the London Borough of Hackney, they're sweeping up after the riots. As worldwide media attention subsides, Alan Dein returns to hear how life has changed. He follows story of Siva Kandiah's quest to rebuild his shop after it was gutted during the disturbances. Producer: Sara Jane HallIn the London Borough of Hackney, they're sweeping up after the riots. As worldwide media attention subsides, Alan Dein returns to hear how life has changed. He follows story of Siva Kandiah's quest to rebuild his shop after it was gutted during the...In the London Borough of Hackney, they're sweeping up after the riots. As worldwide media attention subsides, Alan Dein returns to hear how life has changed. He follows story of Siva Kandiah's quest to rebuild his shop after it was gutted during the disturbances. Producer: Sara Jane HallFri, 04 Nov 2011 11:50:00 +000027:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1150.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1150c.mp3BBC Radio 4Welcome to this new BBC podcast. If you subscribe to the podcast feed, you should receive the first episode of this series automatically within the next seven days. To find other podcasts from the BBC, visit www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts.Welcome to this new BBC podcast. If you subscribe to the podcast feed, you should receive the first episode of this series automatically within the next seven days. To find other podcasts from the BBC, visit www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts....Welcome to this new BBC podcast. If you subscribe to the podcast feed, you should receive the first episode of this series automatically within the next seven days. To find other podcasts from the BBC, visit www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts.Fri, 04 Nov 2011 10:39:00 +00000:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1039.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/lial/lial_20111104-1039b.mp3BBC Radio 4