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The Sleeping Forecast Episodes

  1. Today 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Gently drift off with this calming mix

    Set yourself up for a calming night’s sleep with this relaxing classical and ambient mix.

  2. Tomorrow 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Sleep tight with this dreamy soundtrack

    Settle in for a good night’s sleep with a relaxing soundtrack from BBC Introducing artists

  3. Tuesday 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Comforting music to put you at rest

    Relax with soft sounds from BBC Introducing alongside Radio 4's Shipping Forecast.

  4. Wednesday 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Sail off to a restful sleep

    Drift off with help from BBC Introducing artists and Radio 4’s Shipping Forecast.

  5. Thursday 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    A tranquil soundtrack for a good night's rest

    Settle in for a restful sleep with this soothing soundtrack from BBC Introducing artists.

  6. Friday 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Celebrate 100 years of the Shipping Forecast with a sleepy journey

    Take a soothing tour around the British coastline as you fall asleep.

  7. Next Saturday 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Peaceful sleep awaits on the high seas

    Drift off to a peaceful sleep with a calming classical soundtrack.

  8. Next Sunday 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    A soundtrack for falling deeply asleep

    Find solace and a restful slumber with calming classical music.

  9. Next Monday 00:00
    BBC Radio 6 Music

    The Sleeping Forecast with Jarvis Cocker

    Jarvis Cocker helps you nod off with his sleepy music playlist and the Shipping Forecast. (R)

  10. Next Monday 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Calm waters on the sea of sleep

    Find the perfect soundtrack to a good night’s rest with this classical mix.

  11. Tue 13 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Settle down with a serene soundtrack

    Find comfort and calm with music from BBC Introducing artists.

  12. Wed 14 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Embark on a restful journey to sleep

    Relax from the pressures of the day and drift off to soothing classical music.

  13. Thu 15 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Journey to calm with this sleepy soundtrack

    Settle down with this relaxing classical mix of BBC Introducing artists.

  14. Fri 16 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Drift away to a restful night's sleep with help from Bob Harris

    Settle down for the night alongside the Shipping Forecast as read by Radio 2's Bob Harris.

  15. Sat 17 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Set sail to tranquillity

    Cast off the pressures of the day and settle down with a relaxing classical mix.

  16. Sun 18 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    A serene soundtrack for a gentle slumber

    Drift away with the calming sounds of this classical and ambient mix.

  17. Mon 19 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Find sleepy solace with this calming soundtrack

    Drift off from the pressures of the day and settle yourself for rest with a calming mix.

  18. Tue 20 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Coast off to a soothing slumber

    Find calming rest with this soothing classical and ambient mix.

  19. Wed 21 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Hunker down and drift away

    Settle your mind and and drift off with this classical and ambient mix.

  20. Thu 22 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Sleepier shores await

    Drift away to calming rest with this relaxing mix.

  21. Fri 23 Oct 2026 23:30
    BBC Radio 3 Unwind

    Safe passage to a restful night

    Enjoy a restful sleep with Radio 4’s Shipping Forecast and calming classical music.