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Gently drift off with this calming mix
Set yourself up for a calming night’s sleep with this relaxing classical and ambient mix.
14 Sep 2026,·60 mins
Still your morning with serene classical music
Calming classical music to inspire focus and set you up for the day ahead.
14 Sep 2026,·180 mins
A dreamy indie soundtrack
Two hours of mellow indie to help you decompress.
14 Sep 2026,·120 mins
Switch up your listening with classical music
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
14 Sep 2026,·30 mins
Comfort Blanket
Soothing tracks to make you feel warm and cosy, from Olivia Dean, Tom Misch and more.
Lizzy McAlpine
Planet Earth's most soothing musical vibes; chosen by Lizzy McAlpine.
Coastlines and Clouds
The freshest new music from the UK's brightest composers.
13 Sep 2026,·60 mins
Drifting into Dreamworld... with Zakia
Zakia provides the soundtrack for your dreams, with guest Nashville artist Willam Tyler.
13 Sep 2026,·120 mins
The perfect classical half hour
10 Sep 2026,·30 mins
Unwind to the music of Moana and Cool Hand Luke
Escape into the immersive worlds of film and TV soundtracks with Edith Bowman.
09 Sep 2026,·60 mins
Open the day with soothing classical music
09 Sep 2026,·180 mins
Ski serenely down snowy slopes
Ski softly through the Alps' snowy slopes, with gentle mountain sounds and restful music.
09 Sep 2026,·330 mins
Sink into this mellow indie mix
Mellow indie sounds for taking the pace down a notch.
09 Sep 2026,·120 mins
Immerse yourself in calm with a soothing classical playlist
De-stress and wind down from your day with a mix of soothing and reflective music.
08 Sep 2026,·180 mins
Take 30 minutes out with a relaxing classical mix
07 Sep 2026,·30 mins
A gentle indie escape
Slip away with two hours of soft, soothing indie.
07 Sep 2026,·120 mins
Get focused
Planet Earth's most soothing musical vibes to help you focus.
Antony Szmierek's Morning After Mix
Poet and songwriter Antony Szmierek selects the tracks for this two-hour chilled mix
06 Sep 2026,·120 mins
A Waking Dream
06 Sep 2026,·60 mins
Sweet, soothing selections... with Zakia
Zakia provides the soundtrack for your dreams, with words from Danish musician Sofie Birch
The Appleton Unwinds Mix
Natalie and Nicole Appleton takeover the Radio 2 Unwinds Mix!
06 Sep 2026,·57 mins
Classical music to inspire you
03 Sep 2026,·30 mins
Wind down with some mellow indie
Let two hours of gentle indie help you unwind.
02 Sep 2026,·120 mins
Pass the time paddling
Paddle peacefully around the island as gentle waters and restful music carry you to sleep.
02 Sep 2026,·330 mins
Sit back and relax with Chocolat and Game of Thrones
Relax with the calming sounds of film and TV soundtracks with Edith Bowman.
02 Sep 2026,·60 mins
Carefree Sounds
Laidback positivity for a calmer state of mind, with tunes from Jungle, ANOTR and more...
Calming classical music for a gentle start to the evening
Niall Breslin brings you calming classical music to help you rest and recharge.
01 Sep 2026,·180 mins
Soothing tracks from Wolf Alice, Olivia Dean and more to make you feel warm and cosy.
01 Sep 2026,·60 mins
Decompress with these indie tunes
Huw makes the day melt away with this relaxing selection.
31 Aug 2026,·120 mins
Best of August
Planet Earth's most soothing musical vibes from the month of August.
31 Aug 2026,·30 mins
