The Shipping Forecast: A Miscellany

The rhythmic lullaby of "North Utsire, South Utsire" has been lulling the nation’s insomniacs to sleep for more than 90 years. It has inspired songs, poetry, and imaginations across the globe—as well as providing a very real service for the nation’s seafarers who might fall prey to storms and gales. In 1995, a plan to move the late-night broadcast by just 12 minutes caused a national outcry and was ultimately scrapped. Published with Radio 4 and the Met Office, The Shipping Forecast is the ...