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Learning English Stories

Learning English Stories

BBC Radio 272 episodes Nov 6, 2026

Improve your English with these short dramas and stories. Each week we bring you a new story in English you can understand. Find more at bbclearningenglish.com. Follow us at bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus.

Episodes

Classic Stories: Emma
Classic Stories: Emma Nov 6, 2026 3:39 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 8 uses of ‘right’ - in 5 minutes.FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English from the News ✔️ Learning English ConversationsThey're all available
Classic Stories: The Island of Dr Moreau
Classic Stories: The Island of Dr Moreau Oct 30, 2026 5:00 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 8 uses of ‘with’ - in 5 minutes. FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English from the News ✔️ Learning English Conversations They're all avail
Classic Stories: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Classic Stories: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Oct 16, 2026 3:47 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 9 uses of ‘come’ - in 5 minutes.THE READING ROOM: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_reading_roomSUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCA
Classic Stories: Cinderella
Classic Stories: Cinderella Oct 9, 2026 5:48 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 12 uses of ‘go’ - in 5 minutes.SKILLS: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/skillsSUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our o
Classic Stories: The Snow Queen
Classic Stories: The Snow Queen Oct 2, 2026 4:40 Enjoy a classic story in English, read by Tim. Find more programmes where you can learn English through stories here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/storiesGet weekly tips and updates from your favourite BBC Learning English presenters by signing up to our email newsletter: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599Get in touch! Why not email us at learningenglish@bbc.co.uk
Classic Stories: Robin Hood
Classic Stories: Robin Hood Sep 25, 2026 4:32 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 9 uses of ‘stand’ - in 5 minutes. FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English from the News ✔️ Learning English Conversations They're all ava
Classic Stories: Pride and Prejudice
Classic Stories: Pride and Prejudice Sep 18, 2026 4:28 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 11 uses of ‘look’ - in 5 minutes. FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English from the News ✔️ Learning English Conversations They're all availab
Classic Stories: Pygmalion
Classic Stories: Pygmalion Sep 11, 2026 3:43 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 8 uses of ‘round’ - in 5 minutes. FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English from the News ✔️ Learning English Conversations They're all availab
Classic Stories: Orpheus and Eurydice
Classic Stories: Orpheus and Eurydice Sep 4, 2026 5:29 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 13 uses of ‘long’ - in 5 minutes.FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English from the News ✔️ Learning English ConversationsThey're all available by
Classic Stories: The Murders in the Rue Morgue
Classic Stories: The Murders in the Rue Morgue Aug 28, 2026 4:59 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 9 uses of ‘run’ - in 5 minutes. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.comDid you know that we have many other podcasts to help you improve your English? Listen to a real conversation, learn English from the news and lots more. Check them out here https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/podcastsSign up to weekly updates
Classic Stories: Far From the Madding Crowd
Classic Stories: Far From the Madding Crowd Aug 7, 2026 4:09 Enjoy a classic story in English and boost your listening skills.Find more programmes to practise your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/skillsHave you tried learning English from the news? https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/news_englishAnd as always... don't forget to sign up to our weekly newsletter to get tips and reso
Classic Stories: Frankenstein
Classic Stories: Frankenstein Jul 31, 2026 4:59 Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 10 uses of ‘make’ - in 5 minutes.Visit our website https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishGet our latest programmes. Subscribe to our free email newsletter https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters

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