Rites of Passage - Retirement

Poet Daljit Nagra revists the BBC's poetry archive and selects Rites of Passage - Retirement.

Ian McMillan meets people who turn to poetry for inspiration or solace at key moments in their lives.

McMillan meets and discusses poetry with David Stewart, due to retire in 2004, and his wife Christine, as they take part in a workshop run by the Pre-Retirement Association.

Tony Chivers, from the PRA, talks about its work and the importance of preparing for this new phase in life.

Producer: Susan Roberts

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 2004.