THE BOX OF DELIGHTS

A new audio drama version of The Box of Delights which aired on BBC Radio 4 in 1995. Adapted by John Peacock, and notable includes seveal scenes from the books not present in the TV version. It was directed by David Blount. Music was by Neil Brand. This audio drama version is available to buy as a CD box set.

The two parts were broadcast as follows -

Part 1 - When the Wolves Were Running
2.00 PM to 3.30 PM Tuesday 26th December 1995

Part 2 - Under Chester Hills
2.00 PM to 3.30 PM Wednesday 27th December 1995


THE CAST
•Cole Hawlings - Lionel Jeffries
•Kay Harker - Alastair Sooke
•Peter Jones - Benjamin Guy
•Maria Jones - Kimberley Staines
•Jemima Jones- Elisa Mason
•Susan Jones - Holly Vote
•Caroline Louisa - Jane Whittenshaw
•Ellen - Sandra James Young
•Lady of the Oak - Jill Graham
•The Inspector - Geoffrey Matthews
•Herne the Hunter - Gavin Muir
•Mouse - Chris Emmett
•The Bishop - David Collings
•Abner Brown - Donald Sinden
•Sylvia Daisy Pouncer - Celia Imrie
•Foxy Faced Charles - David Holt
•Chubby Joe - Simon Trevesv •Rat - David March
•Arnold of Todi - Spike Milligan

This radio version has been repeated several times over the years too, and is becoming as beloved as the TV version. Here is the full list of the repeats to date.

The Box of Delights 1996 Repeat
A repeat of the 1995 two part radio version on BBC Radio 4

Part I - When the Wolves Were Running
2.00 PM to 3.30 PM Monday 30th December 1996

Part 2 - Under Chester Hills
2.00 PM to 3.30 PM Tuesday31st December 1996

The Box of Delights 1998 Repeat
The 1995 two part radio version was repeated several times on BBC Radio 7 in 1998

Part I - When the Wolves Were Running
1.00 PM Sunday 17th December 2006
10.00 PM Sunday 17th December 2006
5.00 AM Monday 18th December 2006

Part 2 - Under Chester Hills
1.00 PM Sunday 24th December 2006
10.00 PM Sunday 24th December 2006
5.00 AM Monday 25th December 2006

The Box of Delights 2008 Repeat
The 1995 two part radio version was repeated again on BBC Radio 7

Part I - When the Wolves Were Running
Part 1 - 12.00 PM Saturday 13th December 2008

Part 2 - Under Chester Hills
Part 2 - 12.00 PM Saturday 20th December 2008