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Lorna Doone
- Author
- R.D. Blackmore
- Narrator
- various
- Publisher
- BBC Audio
- Publish Date
- 16 April 2026
- Run Time
- 2 hours 53 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
BBC dramatisation of the classic novel, an enduring romantic love story
Experience R.D. Blackmore’s classic novel like never before, in this full-cast adaptation of one of the greatest love stories ever told. Immerse yourself in the world of Lorna and John as they battle their families and their allegiances during the turmoil of the English civil war. This stunning full-cast adaptation brings the story to life for listeners in a rich and deeply rewarding listen.
This is an enduring story of love, loss, redemption and revenge. Written in 1869, this adaptation transports the listener to 17th century Exmoor, Devon. Carver Doone and the Doone Clan, once nobles but now outlaws, murder the father of honest and hardworking John Ridd. Granddaughter of the head of the Doone Clan, Lorna meets John and the two fall in love, but can John really turn the other cheek? Murderous Carver has other intentions for Lorna and it turns out that she might not be who she thinks she is. Meanwhile the civil war rages, King Charles is executed and the Monmouth rebellion is not far away. Will John and Lorna, separated by circumstance and family, ever be able to be together…?
Since its publication, Lorna Doone (written in the heyday of the great Victorian novels) has proved to be an enduring tale. This brilliant adaptation is perfect for fans of classic romance fiction. If you liked Elizabeth Gaskell’s North and South or Mary Ann Evan’s (George Elliot) Middlemarch, then this is a listen you will love.
Cast and credits
Written by R.D. Blackmore
Dramatised by Barry Letts
Directed by Brian Lighthill
John Ridd - David Schofield
Lorna Doone - Alison Pettit
Mother - Janet Dale
Tom Faggus - Cornelius Garrett
Uncle Ben - James Warrior
Carver Doone - Kim Durham
Young Lorna - Charlotte Grattidge
Jeremy Stickles - Graham Padden
Lizzie Ridd - Sunny Ormonde
Young Lizzie - Laura Berry
Annie Ridd - Katherine Mount
Young Annie - Samantha Dowling
Gwenny - Susan Jeffrey
John Fry - Ian Brooker
Counsellor Doone - Graham Colclough
Charlie Doon - David Perks
Judge Jeffries/King James - Johnathan Wyatt
First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 14th - 28th September 1997
©2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
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Details
- Author
- R.D. Blackmore
- Narrator
- various
- Duration
- 2 hours 53 minutes
- Release Date
- 16 April 2026
- ISBN
- 9781529978674
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- BBC Audio
- Genre
- Classic fiction: literary and general, Historical adventure fiction, Historical romance, Radio plays, scripts and performances
Synopsis
BBC dramatisation of the classic novel, an enduring romantic love storyExperience R.D. Blackmore’s classic novel like never before, in this full-cast adaptation of one of the greatest love stories ever told. Immerse yourself in the world of Lorna and John as they battle their families and their allegiances during the turmoil of the English civil war. This stunning full-cast adaptation brings the story to life for listeners in a rich and deeply rewarding listen.This is an enduring story of love, loss, redemption and revenge. Written in 1869, this adaptation transports the listener to 17th century Exmoor, Devon. Carver Doone and the Doone Clan, once nobles but now outlaws, murder the father of honest and hardworking John Ridd. Granddaughter of the head of the Doone Clan, Lorna meets John and the two fall in love, but can John really turn the other cheek? Murderous Carver has other intentions for Lorna and it turns out that she might not be who she thinks she is. Meanwhile the civil war rages, King Charles is executed and the Monmouth rebellion is not far away. Will John and Lorna, separated by circumstance and family, ever be able to be together…?Since its publication, Lorna Doone (written in the heyday of the great Victorian novels) has proved to be an enduring tale. This brilliant adaptation is perfect for fans of classic romance fiction. If you liked Elizabeth Gaskell’s North and South or Mary Ann Evan’s (George Elliot) Middlemarch, then this is a listen you will love.Cast and creditsWritten by R.D. BlackmoreDramatised by Barry LettsDirected by Brian LighthillJohn Ridd - David SchofieldLorna Doone - Alison PettitMother - Janet DaleTom Faggus - Cornelius GarrettUncle Ben - James WarriorCarver Doone - Kim DurhamYoung Lorna - Charlotte GrattidgeJeremy Stickles - Graham PaddenLizzie Ridd - Sunny OrmondeYoung Lizzie - Laura BerryAnnie Ridd - Katherine MountYoung Annie - Samantha DowlingGwenny - Susan JeffreyJohn Fry - Ian BrookerCounsellor Doone - Graham ColcloughCharlie Doon - David PerksJudge Jeffries/King James - Johnathan Wyatt First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 14th - 28th September 1997©2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
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