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Exploring and explaining news stories from across England and Wales.

Series 6: Dark Island
An island of dreams for some, a place to hide for others. Investigative journalist India Pollock uncovers the disturbing secrets beneath the tranquil image of Caldey Island.

Previously on In Detail...

Series 1. The Pub Bombings
Exploring the impact of two Birmingham pub bombs in a 50 year evolving story.

Series 2. The Toxic Waste Scandal
Explore the shocking events that ripped through a steelworks community in Corby.

Series 3. Felled: The Sycamore Gap Story
Hairy Biker Si King investigates who felled the tree at Sycamore Gap in Northumberland.

Series 4. The Jesus Army
Uncovering the rise and unravelling of one of the biggest religious cults in Britain.

Series 5: Sanctuary: An Act of Defiance
Viraj Mendis from Sri Lanka begs for sanctuary in an Ascension church. The vicar, Father John Methuen, agrees to protect him defying Thatcher's government.

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3. The Man in the Tower

3. The Man in the Tower

2026-11-0529:18

For years, visitors to Caldey Island trusted a well-connected figure at the heart of island life.But questions about his true identity uncover a shocking secret.Natalie who visits the island regularly with her children goes on a hunt for answers.Who has really been living amongst them?
2. The Body and The Light

2. The Body and The Light

2026-10-2930:52

Concerns grow about the behaviour of one man amongst the secluded community. Boundaries become blurred and troubling questions arise about trust, power and life on the island.Credits:Created, written and presented by: India Pollock Producers: Jenny Johnson, Siân Elin Dafydd Sound Design: Cathy Robinson Executive Producer: Gabriella O’Donnell Original Music: Branwen Munn Production Manager: Sharon Laban Sounds Commissioner: Bridget Curnow
1. The Calling

1. The Calling

2026-10-2237:28

Dawn and Pete Towns are a new couple, attracted to Caldey Island for its nature and breathtaking scenic location off the Pembrokeshire coast. The fresh start sees them become the new managers of St Philomena’s guesthouse.But soon their dream is shattered and life there becomes awkward and deeply troubling.This is not the place they thought it was.Credits: Created, written and presented by: India Pollock Producers: Jenny Johnson, Siân Elin Dafydd Sound Design: Cathy Robinson Executive Producer: Gabriella O’Donnell Original Music: Branwen Munn Production Manager: Sharon Laban Sounds Commissioner: Bridget Curnow
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2026-10-1503:43

An island of dreams for some, a place to hide for others. Investigative journalist India Pollock uncovers the disturbing secrets beneath the tranquil image of Caldey Island.From BBC Radio Wales.
Episode 6

Episode 6

2025-11-0429:41

Karen plots Viraj’s escape from Sri Lanka and finds a new home for them both in Germany.A new posting in Yorkshire proves troubling for Father John.Viraj’s friend Charlie Baker finds some peace after his experience in Sri Lanka.Presenter: Father Azariah France-Williams. Producer: Jen Dale. Sound design: Kasel Kundola. Online producer: Rachael Smith. Executive producer: Ciaran Tracey. Additional sound recording by Seb Rabas, Graham Kirk and Jan Seebeck. Original material recorded and licensed by Big City Nights. Executive editor: Andrew Bowman. Commissioning editor: Alistair Miskin.Photograph of Viraj Mendis: Paul Mattsson.
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