Life At Absolute Zero

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Episode

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Broadcast

Repeated

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Free Parking

20160812

20170814 (R4)

When Meridian Cliffs FC play local rivals Alverton Town no one expects to find them over the moon. Sick as a parrot is their usual state of mind. But today's match is full of surprises.

Meanwhile, over in the stands, Albie is quietly coming to terms with overwhelming loss.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Meridian Cliffs Football Club are surprised to find themselves over the moon.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Gimme Shelter

20161202

20221008 (R4)

Successful gardener Michael returns to Meridian Cliffs. But is he too tender a plant to survive being transplanted to such punishing coastal conditions? Happy memories of a long-ago record shop bring him a ray of hope.

Written and read by Lynne Truss

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4

Top gardener Michael returns to Meridian Cliffs. Is he too tender a plant to survive?

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

There's No Need To Shout

20160527

20170814 (R4)

Lynne Truss reads the first of eight stories about the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a morose and wind-battered town on the South coast of England which lies, curiously, at longitude 0 degrees 0 minutes west, and also 0 degrees 0 minutes east.

Due to rampant coastal erosion, the town is literally shrinking in size. One longstanding resident is Sarah Birkett, who dreams of a small improvement in her life, involving shiny bobbins and a Daniel Craig calendar, open at August.

Written by Lynne Truss

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Meridian Cliffs on the south coast is as dreary as it gets, but Sarah Birkett has a dream.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Accept No Substitute

20170514

20221105 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England.

Jim regularly phones Sarah, his first wife, to go on about Emma, his second wife. Sarah doesn't mind listening to her ex husband talking about the woman who replaced her in his life. On the contrary, she loves hearing about their marital difficulties. But when Emma finds out - what a surprise - she doesn't turn out to be quite so understanding.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Houseroom

20170423

20221022 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England.

Retired driving instructor Terry lives alone with his elderly Jack Russell, Thelonius, and his large collection of jazz records. When daytime TV's Got Any Stuff? comes to town looking for people with unwanted items to take part in the show, it provokes Terry into doing something he's been putting off. His mother died a while ago and her belongings are piled up in his garage. In among the ancient tea towels and assorted plastic ash trays, Terry finds a battered yellow suitcase whose contents take him by surprise.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Retired driving instructor Terry finds surprising solace in an old yellow suitcase.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

The Limit

20170430

20221029 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England.

Carpet fitter Jack has always been a bit obsessive about rules. So living next to a road with a 20 mph limit, which is routinely ignored by every other motorist apart from himself, is particularly testing. But when someone keeps littering the grass verge opposite his house with empty pre-mixed gin and tonic cans, one per day, it threatens to tip him over the edge.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Carpet fitter Jack's obsessions threaten to get the better of him.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

The Shortest Way Home

20170416

20221015 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Sarah Birkett can't stand people who dither. She manages the nursing staff at the local care home for the blind, where her decisiveness is a positive asset.

But was she too quick to make her mind up about Colin?

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Lynne Truss's series about the inhabitants of wind-battered Meridian Cliffs.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

In Your Dreams

20170402

20170816 (R4)

Lynne Truss introduces us to the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Founded a hundred years ago, no one famous has ever lived in Meridian Cliffs. It's only claim to fame is the Great Cliff-Drop Tragedy of 1936 when rampant coastal erosion caused a party of picnicking holiday-makers to meet an untimely end.

Thwarted ambitions, secret passions, forlorn hopes, and typically sticky British moments are all to be found in this series of beautifully observed, gently comic and often moving stories.

Today, there's a sticky moment at the drama society meeting, called to discuss the subject for the Centenary Community Play.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier Production for BBC Radio 4.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Pavlovian

20170409

20170816 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Ashley, the professional dog walker, is fond of pointing out that dogs live only in the present and that's why they're happy.

It's a skill she could use herself.

Distraught at being betrayed by her boyfriend six months ago, Ashley is firmly stuck in the past. She takes her band of Brighton pooches out onto the scrubby land behind the town - but has to marshal all her resources when Peter the Tibetan terrier goes missing.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Lynne Truss's series about the people of Meridian Cliffs. Ashley the dog walker.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Mrs Manville Disposes

20170521

20170817 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England.

Mrs Manville lives in a Tudor revival home called the Grange. Built on a double plot, it's by far the largest house in Meridian Cliffs. Now approaching 80, Mrs Manville has decided it's time to downsize. Her son Mark, with an eye on his inheritance, has his own ideas about what she should do but Mrs Manville clings fiercely to her independence, and chooses instead to seek the services of kind, reliable Mr Jolyon.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Now approaching 80, Mrs Manville decides it is time to downsize.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

In Cold(ish) Blood

20170528

20170817 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs on the south coast of England. When Hugh Velvey's carpet shop mysteriously burns down, it attracts the attention of rookie reporter, Lauren.

A fan of Truman Capote and American crime reportage, she finds herself drawn to the gutted, blackened warehouse in the small, bleak, wind-battered town, and dreams of writing her breakthrough piece for a British Sunday supplement.

Then a gruesome discovery is made in a Turkish rug.

Directed by Kate McAll

When Velvey's carpet shop burns down, it attracts the attention of rookie reporter Lauren.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Darren Springs Forward

20170604

20170818 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England.

Former daytime TV celebrity Darren Fox now lives in a bungalow in Passchendale Road where he spends his days trying to come up with new game show format, starring himself.

Then he gets a call from a old presenter colleague. Could this be the opportunity to reignite his career that he's been looking for?

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Former daytime TV celebrity Darren Fox tries to reignite his career.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

In The Dark

20170611

20170818 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Ravi, the proprietor of the Flag of India curry house is a football mega-fan. So when Meridian Cliffs FC manager and his star striker take a table in the restaurant, he's over the moon.

But Ravi's golden opportunity to contribute to a discussion on team tactics is interrupted by a shocking confession.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

A power cut at Ravi's curry house leads to a dramatic confession.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

A Weight Off His Mind

20180527

20181026 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England, where Colin treasures his collection of improving books.

But as lapses in his memory become more apparent, Colin's wife Shirley spots an opportunity for a bit of decluttering.

Written by Lynne Truss

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Consequences

20180401

20200618 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of the fictional seaside town of Meridian Cliffs, with their thwarted dreams, repressed passion and typically sticky British moments.

Today's story tells of the widespread fall-out from the murder and arson attack at Velvey's carpets, which includes an unexpected tomato glut and a dodgy tattoo.

Written by Lynne Truss

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

There is widespread fall-out from the murder and arson attack at Velvey's carpets.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Protective Colouring

20180513

20181025 (R4)

One of the ladies in Jenny's art class has a surprising past.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Speed Kills

20180520

20200623 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England, where a white van is causing consternation among the local speed watchers.

Meanwhile, Hugh Velvey finds peace after the arson attack on his carpets business.

Written by Lynne Truss

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

The Day The Earth Moved Slightly

20180603

20200624 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England, where harmony is temporarily shattered when a long cherished belief proves false.

But the community comes together again, as everyone gathers to pay their respects to the great man of carpets.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Everyone gathers to say a last goodbye to the great man of carpets.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

The West Wing

20180415

20200622 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England.

By night, Sarah Birkett dreams of discovering new rooms in her house. Not so surprising, perhaps, given that she's having a loft conversion done. But could the dreams be something to do with letting a new man into her life?

Written by Lynne Truss

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Tristan Da Cunha

20180422

20181022 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England.

Jess, the hairdresser, keeps a map of the world on the salon wall, with pins for each client from far flung places. She loves her global network of haircuts - until someone starts tampering with the pins.

Written by Lynne Truss

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Jess, the hairdresser, is mapping the world of her clients.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Waiting For Jb

20180429

20181023 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England where divorced men from nearby Brighton come to live because property is cheaper.

One such man is Peter, a retired University don, whose well organised life is about to be disrupted by a visit from his infuriating brother.

Written by Lynne Truss

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Retired university don Peter is waiting for a rare visit from his infuriating brother.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Weemails

20180506

20181024 (R4)

Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England where Terry finds walking his beloved dog, Thelonius, a frustrating affair.

It seems the little pooch's only goal in life is to sniff every lamp post in town and then wee on top of it. If only Terry knew what complex canine messages he was tuning into.

Written by Lynne Truss

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Terry finds walking his beloved dog Thelonius a frustrating affair.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

You Never Said

20180408

20200619 (R4)

Lynne Truss's observations on the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small fictional wind-battered town on the south coast of England.

Alan Jeffreys, Chairman of the Meridian Cliffs Drama Society, chooses to ignore a series of mysterious illiterate texts, with unforeseen consequences. But it's an old fashioned letter that reminds him what he's lost.

Written by Lynne Truss

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4.

Lynne Truss's stories about Meridian Cliffs. Alan gets some mysterious texts.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Braking Distance

20190421

Quiz Night at Meridian Cliffs in a new story by Lynne Truss set in the windy seaside town.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Celebration

20190414

20200626 (R4)

A story by Lynne Truss set in the windy seaside town of Meridian Cliffs.

Formidable Sharon, a force of nature, is determined that fellow worker Keith is going to celebrate the fact that he's paid off his mortgage. Keith would rather have a quiet day making sure the crime novels line up neatly along the shelf.

It's going to be a tense day at Meridian Cliffs' most successful charity shop.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Taking It In

20190407

20200625 (R4)

Lynne Truss's observations on the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small fictional seaside town on the south coast of England.

Terry Graves and his dog Thelonius, along with other distraught pet owners from the wind-battered town, are gathering to mark the passing of the popular local vet from All Creatures.

Directed by Kate McAll

A Pier production for BBC Radio 4

A story by Lynne Truss set in the windy seaside town of Meridian Cliffs.

Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.

Episodes

Series	Episode	Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
01		Free Parking	20160812	20170814 (R4)	When Meridian Cliffs FC play local rivals Alverton Town no one expects to find them over the moon. Sick as a parrot is their usual state of mind. But today's match is full of surprises. Meanwhile, over in the stands, Albie is quietly coming to terms with overwhelming loss. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Meridian Cliffs Football Club are surprised to find themselves over the moon. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
01		Gimme Shelter	20161202	20221008 (R4)	Successful gardener Michael returns to Meridian Cliffs. But is he too tender a plant to survive being transplanted to such punishing coastal conditions? Happy memories of a long-ago record shop bring him a ray of hope. Written and read by Lynne Truss Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4 Top gardener Michael returns to Meridian Cliffs. Is he too tender a plant to survive? Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
01		There's No Need To Shout	20160527	20170814 (R4)	Lynne Truss reads the first of eight stories about the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a morose and wind-battered town on the South coast of England which lies, curiously, at longitude 0 degrees 0 minutes west, and also 0 degrees 0 minutes east. Due to rampant coastal erosion, the town is literally shrinking in size. One longstanding resident is Sarah Birkett, who dreams of a small improvement in her life, involving shiny bobbins and a Daniel Craig calendar, open at August. Written by Lynne Truss A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Meridian Cliffs on the south coast is as dreary as it gets, but Sarah Birkett has a dream. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02		Accept No Substitute	20170514	20221105 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Jim regularly phones Sarah, his first wife, to go on about Emma, his second wife. Sarah doesn't mind listening to her ex husband talking about the woman who replaced her in his life. On the contrary, she loves hearing about their marital difficulties. But when Emma finds out - what a surprise - she doesn't turn out to be quite so understanding. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02		Houseroom	20170423	20221022 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Retired driving instructor Terry lives alone with his elderly Jack Russell, Thelonius, and his large collection of jazz records. When daytime TV's Got Any Stuff? comes to town looking for people with unwanted items to take part in the show, it provokes Terry into doing something he's been putting off. His mother died a while ago and her belongings are piled up in his garage. In among the ancient tea towels and assorted plastic ash trays, Terry finds a battered yellow suitcase whose contents take him by surprise. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Retired driving instructor Terry finds surprising solace in an old yellow suitcase. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02		The Limit	20170430	20221029 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Carpet fitter Jack has always been a bit obsessive about rules. So living next to a road with a 20 mph limit, which is routinely ignored by every other motorist apart from himself, is particularly testing. But when someone keeps littering the grass verge opposite his house with empty pre-mixed gin and tonic cans, one per day, it threatens to tip him over the edge. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Carpet fitter Jack's obsessions threaten to get the better of him. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02		The Shortest Way Home	20170416	20221015 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Sarah Birkett can't stand people who dither. She manages the nursing staff at the local care home for the blind, where her decisiveness is a positive asset. But was she too quick to make her mind up about Colin? Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Lynne Truss's series about the inhabitants of wind-battered Meridian Cliffs. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02	01	In Your Dreams	20170402	20170816 (R4)	Lynne Truss introduces us to the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Founded a hundred years ago, no one famous has ever lived in Meridian Cliffs. It's only claim to fame is the Great Cliff-Drop Tragedy of 1936 when rampant coastal erosion caused a party of picnicking holiday-makers to meet an untimely end. Thwarted ambitions, secret passions, forlorn hopes, and typically sticky British moments are all to be found in this series of beautifully observed, gently comic and often moving stories. Today, there's a sticky moment at the drama society meeting, called to discuss the subject for the Centenary Community Play. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier Production for BBC Radio 4. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02	02	Pavlovian	20170409	20170816 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Ashley, the professional dog walker, is fond of pointing out that dogs live only in the present and that's why they're happy. It's a skill she could use herself. Distraught at being betrayed by her boyfriend six months ago, Ashley is firmly stuck in the past. She takes her band of Brighton pooches out onto the scrubby land behind the town - but has to marshal all her resources when Peter the Tibetan terrier goes missing. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Lynne Truss's series about the people of Meridian Cliffs. Ashley the dog walker. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02	07	Mrs Manville Disposes	20170521	20170817 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Mrs Manville lives in a Tudor revival home called the Grange. Built on a double plot, it's by far the largest house in Meridian Cliffs. Now approaching 80, Mrs Manville has decided it's time to downsize. Her son Mark, with an eye on his inheritance, has his own ideas about what she should do but Mrs Manville clings fiercely to her independence, and chooses instead to seek the services of kind, reliable Mr Jolyon. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Now approaching 80, Mrs Manville decides it is time to downsize. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02	08	In Cold(ish) Blood	20170528	20170817 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs on the south coast of England. When Hugh Velvey's carpet shop mysteriously burns down, it attracts the attention of rookie reporter, Lauren. A fan of Truman Capote and American crime reportage, she finds herself drawn to the gutted, blackened warehouse in the small, bleak, wind-battered town, and dreams of writing her breakthrough piece for a British Sunday supplement. Then a gruesome discovery is made in a Turkish rug. Directed by Kate McAll When Velvey's carpet shop burns down, it attracts the attention of rookie reporter Lauren. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02	09	Darren Springs Forward	20170604	20170818 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Former daytime TV celebrity Darren Fox now lives in a bungalow in Passchendale Road where he spends his days trying to come up with new game show format, starring himself. Then he gets a call from a old presenter colleague. Could this be the opportunity to reignite his career that he's been looking for? Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Former daytime TV celebrity Darren Fox tries to reignite his career. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
02	10	In The Dark	20170611	20170818 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Ravi, the proprietor of the Flag of India curry house is a football mega-fan. So when Meridian Cliffs FC manager and his star striker take a table in the restaurant, he's over the moon. But Ravi's golden opportunity to contribute to a discussion on team tactics is interrupted by a shocking confession. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. A power cut at Ravi's curry house leads to a dramatic confession. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		A Weight Off His Mind	20180527	20181026 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England, where Colin treasures his collection of improving books. But as lapses in his memory become more apparent, Colin's wife Shirley spots an opportunity for a bit of decluttering. Written by Lynne Truss Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		Consequences	20180401	20200618 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of the fictional seaside town of Meridian Cliffs, with their thwarted dreams, repressed passion and typically sticky British moments. Today's story tells of the widespread fall-out from the murder and arson attack at Velvey's carpets, which includes an unexpected tomato glut and a dodgy tattoo. Written by Lynne Truss Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. There is widespread fall-out from the murder and arson attack at Velvey's carpets. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		Protective Colouring	20180513	20181025 (R4)	One of the ladies in Jenny's art class has a surprising past. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		Speed Kills	20180520	20200623 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England, where a white van is causing consternation among the local speed watchers. Meanwhile, Hugh Velvey finds peace after the arson attack on his carpets business. Written by Lynne Truss Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		The Day The Earth Moved Slightly	20180603	20200624 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England, where harmony is temporarily shattered when a long cherished belief proves false. But the community comes together again, as everyone gathers to pay their respects to the great man of carpets. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Everyone gathers to say a last goodbye to the great man of carpets. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		The West Wing	20180415	20200622 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. By night, Sarah Birkett dreams of discovering new rooms in her house. Not so surprising, perhaps, given that she's having a loft conversion done. But could the dreams be something to do with letting a new man into her life? Written by Lynne Truss Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		Tristan Da Cunha	20180422	20181022 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Jess, the hairdresser, keeps a map of the world on the salon wall, with pins for each client from far flung places. She loves her global network of haircuts - until someone starts tampering with the pins. Written by Lynne Truss Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Jess, the hairdresser, is mapping the world of her clients. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		Waiting For Jb	20180429	20181023 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England where divorced men from nearby Brighton come to live because property is cheaper. One such man is Peter, a retired University don, whose well organised life is about to be disrupted by a visit from his infuriating brother. Written by Lynne Truss Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Retired university don Peter is waiting for a rare visit from his infuriating brother. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		Weemails	20180506	20181024 (R4)	Lynne Truss observes the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small wind-battered town on the south coast of England where Terry finds walking his beloved dog, Thelonius, a frustrating affair. It seems the little pooch's only goal in life is to sniff every lamp post in town and then wee on top of it. If only Terry knew what complex canine messages he was tuning into. Written by Lynne Truss Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Terry finds walking his beloved dog Thelonius a frustrating affair. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
03		You Never Said	20180408	20200619 (R4)	Lynne Truss's observations on the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small fictional wind-battered town on the south coast of England. Alan Jeffreys, Chairman of the Meridian Cliffs Drama Society, chooses to ignore a series of mysterious illiterate texts, with unforeseen consequences. But it's an old fashioned letter that reminds him what he's lost. Written by Lynne Truss Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4. Lynne Truss's stories about Meridian Cliffs. Alan gets some mysterious texts. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
04		Braking Distance	20190421		Quiz Night at Meridian Cliffs in a new story by Lynne Truss set in the windy seaside town. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
04		Celebration	20190414	20200626 (R4)	A story by Lynne Truss set in the windy seaside town of Meridian Cliffs. Formidable Sharon, a force of nature, is determined that fellow worker Keith is going to celebrate the fact that he's paid off his mortgage. Keith would rather have a quiet day making sure the crime novels line up neatly along the shelf. It's going to be a tense day at Meridian Cliffs' most successful charity shop. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4 Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.
04		Taking It In	20190407	20200625 (R4)	Lynne Truss's observations on the inhabitants of Meridian Cliffs, a small fictional seaside town on the south coast of England. Terry Graves and his dog Thelonius, along with other distraught pet owners from the wind-battered town, are gathering to mark the passing of the popular local vet from All Creatures. Directed by Kate McAll A Pier production for BBC Radio 4 A story by Lynne Truss set in the windy seaside town of Meridian Cliffs. Stories by Lynne Truss about the inhabitants of windy Meridian Cliffs.