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Monday 28th August 1939: The 11.25 from London to Lewes
Episode 3 of 5
Jack's dad seems unwilling to stand up for Rex, so the boy takes steps to save his dog's life. Damian Barr's new serial is based on historical events. Read by John Paul Hurley.
During one shocking week at the start of the Second World War, hundreds of thousands of pet owners made an impossible choice. Inspired by real events, Damian Barr imagines one lonely boy's quest to save his much-loved dog.
Jack's dad seems reluctant to rock the boat by fighting for Rex's life, so the boy takes matters into his own hands.
Read by John Paul Hurley
Produced by Eilidh McCreadie
On radio
Wed 8 Jul 2026
22:45
麻豆社 Radio 4
Broadcast
- Wed 8 Jul 2026 22:45麻豆社 Radio 4