The Goon Show

SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE, PETER SELLERS, RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY reunite for a final fling.

From October 1972.

SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE, PETER SELLERS, RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY reunite for a final fling.

From October 1972.

SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE, PETER SELLERS, RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY reunite.

Winston Seagoon battles the Big Brother Corporation. Can he survive Room 101? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1955.

The Goons' spoof of '1984' with Winston Seagoon battling the Big Brother Corporation. Can he survive Room 101? From 1955.

The Goons' spoof of '1984' with Winston Seagoon battling the Big Brother Corporation. Can he survive Room 101? From 1955.

Winston Seagoon battles the Big Brother Corporation. Can he survive Room 101? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1955.

Mown down and flattened, frustrated Neddie Seagoon falls foul of diplomatic immunity.

Mown down and flattened, frustrated Neddie Seagoon falls foul of diplomatic immunity. Stars Spike Milligan. From October 1955.

A classic from 1959.

Starring PETER SELLERS ,

HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN , with RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY. Music by WALLY STOTT. Restoration by Ted Kendall Producer John Browell

BBC Programme Number: 92LD6321

First broadcast on 1992-11-30

Recorded on 1992-09-11

Producer: D. MAGGS

Next in series: GOLDEN DAYS OF RADIO - WK 15

Previous in series: THE SPECTRE OF TINTAGEL

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30 Nov 1992 23:00-23:30 (RADIO 4)

Dishonoured Again. Starring PETER SELLERS ,

Hear again a classic edition with PETER SELLERS ,

HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN. (First broadcast in November 1955)

To help defeat the 'Ruskies', Seagoon must find a huge leather cannon. Stars Spike Milligan. Re-recording from October 1958.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

Made for the BBC General Overseas Service and first broadcast to troops in 1956.

First UK broadcast was Christmas Day 1986 on BBC Radio 4.

With a festive pudding shortage for forces overseas, Neddie Seagoon takes action.

First UK broadcast on Christmas Day 1986 on BBC Radio 4.

Next in series: 25 April 1992

Previous in series: TALES OF OLD DARTMOOR

Description

Starring Peter SELLERS, Harry SECOMBE and Spike MILLIGAN. Producers Peter ETON and Richard EDIS. First broadcast 11th October 1955.

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31 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

29 Aug 1991 12:25-12:55 (RADIO 4)

23 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Contributors

Wallace Greenslade (ann)

Spike Milligan (Author)

Wally Stott (cond)

Harry Secombe (ent)

Peter Sellers (ent)

Max Geldray (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

Peter Eton (Producer)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Next in series: NAPOLEON'S PIANO

Previous in series: THE AFFAIR OF THE LOWE BANANA

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Starring Peter SELLERS, Harry SECOMBE and Spike MILLIGAN. Producers Peter ETON and Richard EDIS. First broadcast 7th February 1956.

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comedy programmes (genre)

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30 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

05 Sep 1991 12:25-12:55 (RADIO 4)

22 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Contributors

Wallace Greenslade (ann)

Spike Milligan (Author)

Wally Stott (cond)

Harry Secombe (ent)

Peter Sellers (ent)

Max Geldray (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

Peter Eton (Producer)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Next in series: TALES OF OLD DARTMOOR

Previous in series: THE DREADED BATTER PUDDING HURLER

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Starring Peter SELLERS, Spike MILLIGAN and Harry SECOMBE. Producers Peter ETON and Richard EDIS. First broadcast 26th October 1954.

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29 May 1991 19:02-19:30 (RADIO 2)

21 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Contributors

Wallace Greenslade (ann)

Spike Milligan (Author)

Wally Stott (cond)

Harry Secombe (ent)

Peter Sellers (ent)

Max Geldray (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

Peter Eton (Producer)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Next in series: THE AFFAIR OF THE LOWE BANANA

Previous in series: THE WHISTLING SPY ENIGMA

Description

Starring Petyer SELLERS, Spike MILLIGAN and Harry SECOMBE. Producers Peter ETON and Richard EDIS. First broadcast 12th October 1954.

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comedy programmes (genre)

Broadcast history

28 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

Contributors

Wallace Greenslade (ann)

Spike Milligan (Author)

Wally Stott (cond)

Harry Secombe (ent)

Peter Sellers (ent)

Max Geldray (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

Peter Eton (Producer)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Next in series: THE WHISTLING SPY ENIGMA

Previous in series: THE VANISHING ROOM

Description

Radio Collection classic comedy marches on in the company of the inimatable Goons, as they attempt to dredge up the Treasure of Loch Lomond. Inadvisably

Subject Categories

comedy programmes (genre)

Broadcast history

07 May 1990 12:30-13:00 (RADIO 2)

Contributors

Bruce Campbell (cond)

Spike Milligan (ent)

Harry Secombe (ent)

Peter Sellers (ent)

Max Geldray (mus)

Ray Ellington (mus)

Pat Dixon (Producer)

Recorded on 1990-04-30

Next in series: THE DREADED BATTER PUDDING HURLER

Previous in series: THE TREASURE IN THE LAKE

Broadcast history

27 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

20 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

THE GOON SHOW - THE SPECTRE OF TINTAGEL

THE GOON SHOW - THE SCARLET CAPSULE

THE GOON SHOW - SIX CHARLIES IN SEARCH OF AN AUTHOR

THE GOON SHOW - THE PAM'S PAPER INSURANCE POLICY

THE GOON SHOW - THE CHINA STORY

THE GOON SHOW - THE SLEEPING PRINCE

THE GOON SHOW - THE CALL OF THE WEST

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Neddie Seagoon escapes an invasion - and finds Utopia. Fantasy novel spoof. From 1955.

Neddie Seagoon escapes an invasion - and finds Utopia. Fantasy novel spoof with Spike Milligan. From November 1955.

The usual characters attempt to escape the Japanese invasion. First heard November 1955.

With an invasion of Peking imminent, it's down to Neddie Seagoon to save the day. From November 1955.

First broadcast on 1992-11-09

Recorded on 1992-09-09

Producer: D. MAGGS

Next in series: THE SCARLET CAPSULE

Previous in series: THE PAM'S PAPER INSURANCE POLICY

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Broadcast history

09 Nov 1992 23:00-23:30 (RADIO 4)

A classic from 1956.

Starring PETER SELLERS , HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN , with RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY.

Music by WALLY STOTT. Restoration by Ted Kendall Producer Pat Dixon

Neddie Seagoon in compromising x-rays? Surely not! Peter Sellers, Spike Milligan and Harry Secombe star. From December 1956.

Next in series: TALES OF OLD DARTMOOR

Previous in series: THE DREADED BATTER PUDDING HURLER

Description

Starring PETER SELLERS, SPIKE MILLIGAN and HARRY SECOMBE. Producers PETER ETON and Richard EDIS. First broadcast 26th October 1954.

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Broadcast history

29 May 1991 19:02-19:30 (RADIO 2)

21 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Contributors

WALLACE GREENSLADE (ann)

SPIKE MILLIGAN (Author)

WALLY STOTT (cond)

HARRY SECOMBE (ent)

PETER SELLERS (ent)

MAX GELDRAY (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

PETER ETON (Producer)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

First broadcast on 1992-10-12

Recorded on 1992-09-09

Producer: D. MAGGS

Next in series: THE SLEEPING PRINCE

Previous in series: THE FEAR OF WAGES

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12 Oct 1992 23:00-23:30 (RADIO 4)

Mown down and flattened, frustrated Neddie Seagoon falls foul of diplomatic immunity.

Mown down and flattened, frustrated Neddie Seagoon falls foul of diplomatic immunity. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1955.

Starring PETER SELLERS , HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN , with * RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY.

Music by WALLY STOTT. Restoration by Ted Kendall Producer PETER ETON

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's Ambassador in China and he's after cash.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS.

From January 1955.

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's ambassador in China, and he is after cash.

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's ambassador in China, and he's after cash.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Orchestra conducted by Bruce Campbell.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1955.

Neddie Seagoon's the British Ambassador in China and out of money. But Grytpype's offering a way to a fortune.

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's ambassador in China, and he is after cash. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From January 1955.

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's ambassador in China and he's after cash. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From January 1955.

BBC Programme Number: 92LD6316

First broadcast on 1992-10-26

Recorded on 1992-09-09

Producer: D. MAGGS

Next in series: THE PAM'S PAPER INSURANCE POLICY

Previous in series: THE SLEEPING PRINCE

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26 Oct 1992 23:00-23:30 (RADIO 4)

Next in series: THE AFFAIR OF THE LOWE BANANA

Previous in series: THE WHISTLING SPY ENIGMA

Description

Starring Petyer SELLERS, SPIKE MILLIGAN and HARRY SECOMBE. Producers PETER ETON and Richard EDIS. First broadcast 12th October 1954.

Subject Categories

comedy programmes (genre)

Broadcast history

28 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

Contributors

WALLACE GREENSLADE (ann)

SPIKE MILLIGAN (Author)

WALLY STOTT (cond)

HARRY SECOMBE (ent)

PETER SELLERS (ent)

MAX GELDRAY (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

PETER ETON (Producer)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Constable Neddie Seagoon is out to save Minnie and apprehend the anonymous batter pudding hurler.

Constable Neddie Seagoon sets out to apprehend Minnie and Henry's Sussex assailant. Stars Spike Milligan. From October 1954.

If an army marches on its stomach, the ultimate weapon must be the Jet-Propelled Guided NAAFI, on site in seconds flat.

Recorded on 30th April 1972, their farewell performance with a distinguished audience is broadcast complete with the pre-show warm-up at the Camden Theatre, London. It was simultaneously recorded for broadcast on BBC TV.

Written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and featuring:

PETER SELLERS as Grytpype-Thynne, Bluebottle, Major Denis Bloodnok, Henry Crun.

HARRY SECOMBE as Neddy Seagoon in floral cretonne.

SPIKE MILLIGAN as Eccles, Minnie Bannister, Moriarty

With the RAY ELLINGTON Quartet, MAX GELDRAY and the WALLY STOTT Orchestra conducted by Peter Knight.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on 5th October 1972.

SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE, PETER SELLERS, RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY reunite.

SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE, PETER SELLERS, RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY reunite for a final fling.

From October 1972.

PETER SELLERS: Grytpype-Thynne, Bluebottle, Major Denis Bloodnok, Henry Crun.

HARRY SECOMBE: Neddy Seagoon in floral cretonne.

SPIKE MILLIGAN: Eccles, Minnie Bannister, Moriarty



First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on 5th October 1972.

BT=0300]

Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe and Peter Sellers reunite to celebrate the BBC's 50th anniversary.

Written by Spike Milligan.

Starring:

Peter Sellers as Grytpype-Thynne, Bluebottle, Major Denis Bloodnok & Henry Crun.

Spike Milligan as Eccles, Minnie Bannister & Moriarty.

Producer: John Browell

*This a a freshly restored audio version for BBC Radio 4 Extra.

Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe, Peter Sellers, Ray Ellington and Max Geldray reunite for a final fling. From October 1972.

It was thought that all the trams had been melted down but there appears to be one still running. First broadcast November 1954.

It was thought all the trams had been melted down, but one appears to be still running.

First broadcast on 1992-11-16

Recorded on 1992-09-09

Producer: D. MAGGS

Next in series: THE SPECTRE OF TINTAGEL

Previous in series: SIX CHARLIES IN SEARCH OF AN AUTHOR

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16 Nov 1992 23:00-23:30 (RADIO 4)

First broadcast on 1992-11-23

Recorded on 1992-09-09

Producer: D. MAGGS

Next in series: DISHONOURED AGAIN

Previous in series: THE SCARLET CAPSULE

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23 Nov 1992 23:00-23:30 (RADIO 4)

A lovingly restored classic from 1956.

The Spectre of Tintagel starring PETER SELLERS , HARRY SECOMBE , SPIKE MILLIGAN and VALENTINE DYALL with RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY.

Music by WALLY STOTT. Restoration by Ted Kendall Producer Pat Dixon

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From December 1957.

Next in series: THE DREADED BATTER PUDDING HURLER

Previous in series: THE TREASURE IN THE LAKE

Broadcast history

27 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

20 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Neddie the spy needs to make contact with his informer. But can he whistle the secret tune?

Spy Neddie must make contact with his informer. But can he whistle the secret tune?

Neddie the spy needs to make contact with his informer. But can he whistle the secret tune? From September 1954.

Spy Neddie must make contact with his informer. But can he whistle the secret tune? Stars Spike Milligan. From September 1954.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1954.

Re-recording from February 1958.

First broadcast in the UK on BBC Radio 4 in December 1986.

It's 1902 and British secret agent Seagoon is heading to Dresden on a deadly mission.

It's 1902 and British secret agent Seagoon is heading to Dresden on a deadly mission. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1958.

Can Neddie Seagoon get rich quick by exporting Brtain's surfeit of snow?

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1955.

Can Neddie Seagoon get rich quick exporting Britain's surfeit of snow? Stars PETER SELLERS and SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1955.

Can Neddie Seagoon get rich quick by exporting Britain's surfeit of snow? Stars PETER SELLERS and SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1955.

Ned's latest get-rich-quick scheme is to export snow to Sudan. Will he make a fortune or lose out to Grytpype-Thynne?

Ned's latest get-rich-quick scheme is to export snow to the Sudan. Will he make his fortune or lose out to Grytpype-Thynne?

How Neddie Seagoon 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Orchestra conducted by Bruce Campbell.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in September 1955.

How Neddie 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From September 1955.

How Neddie 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures. From 1955.

How Neddy 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Orchestra conducted by Bruce Campbell.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1955.

The Goons' spoof of '1984' with Winston Seagoon battling the Big Brother Corporation. Can he survive Room 101? From 1955.

Winston Seagoon battles the Big Brother Corporation. Can he survive Room 101? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1955.

Ace investigator Neddie Seagoon must solve a crime, and the link to Moriarty's sock. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1958.

Ace investigator Neddie Seagoon must solve a crime - and the link to Moriarty's sock.

Ace investigator Neddie Seagoon must solve a crime - and the link to Moriarty's sock. Stars Spike Milligan. From January 1958.

Ace investigator Neddie Seagoon must solve a crime - and the link to Moriarty's sock. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1958.

Ace investigator Neddie Seagoon must solve a crime, and the link to Moriarty's sock. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1958.

It's ye SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE in ye olde worlde ROBIN HOOD.

Notes: Christmas Pantomime (45 minutes long).

Without SPIKE MILLIGAN, with Dick Emery and Carole Carr.

A suspected spy is caught waiting for a submarine. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. From February 1958.

The Brits must trick the enemy. A 1958 remake of the 1956 spoof of the war film based on the 1953 book. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

The Brits must trick the enemy. The 1958 remake of the 1956 spoof of the war film based on the 1953 book. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Producer: PETER ETON.

Producer: Pat Dixon.

Producer: CHARLES CHILTON.

Producer: Pat Dixon.

A suspected German spy is caught waiting for a submarine.

Producer: CHARLES CHILTON.

A suspected spy is caught waiting for a submarine.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS.

From February 1958.

Henry Crun has to face the music as a mad assailant threatens the very fabric of the Nation.

Producer: PETER ETON

Notes: The title given is that of the middle part of the show.

Henry Crun has to face the music as a mad assailant threatens the fabric of the Nation.

Henry Crun must face the music as a mad assailant threatens the Nation. Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN. Re-recording from March 1958.

Henry Crun has to face the music as a mad assailant threatens the very fabric of the Nation.

Producer: Peter Eton

Notes: The title given is that of the middle part of the show.

Notes: With Michael Bentine.

To help defeat the 'Ruskies', Seagoon must find a huge leather cannon.

To help defeat the 'Ruskies', Seagoon must find a leather cannon.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Seagoon suffers a severe bout of 'lust for gold' and organises an expedition into the Egyptian desert.

From 1958.

Producer: Peter Eton.

Seagoon suffers a severe bout of 'lust for gold' and organises an expedition.

From September 1958.

Seagoon suffers a severe bout of 'lust for gold' and organises an expedition into the Egyptian desert. From 1958.

Seagoon suffers a severe bout of 'lust for gold' and organises an expedition into the Egyptian desert. From September 1958.

Producer: Peter Eton

Neddie Seagoon attempts to climb a peak even higher than Everest. From March 1954.

Neddie Seagoon attempts to climb a peak even higher than Everest. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and HARRY SECOMBE. From March 1954.

Seagoon attempts to climb a mountain even higher than Everest. From March 1954.

Neddie Seagoon attempts to climb a peak even higher than Everest. Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN. Starring: PETER SELLERS

SPIKE MILLIGAN First billed as Crazy People, ten series of The Goon Show were recorded between 1951 and 1960, but sadly many of the earliest shows weren't kept in the archive. With the RAY ELLINGTON Quartet and MAX GELDRAY. Orchestra conducted by WALLY STOTT. Announcer: WALLACE GREENSLADE Producer: PETER ETON First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1954.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and starring

Captain Seagoon investigates a mystery at Clapham Junction's tea buffet. First broadcast in 1954.

Captain Seagoon investigates a mustard-and-cress-flavoured mystery at Clapham Junction. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1954.

Captain Seagoon investigates a mustard-and-cress-flavoured mystery at Clapham Junction station.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1954.

First billed as Crazy People, ten series of The Goon Show were recorded between 1951 and 1960, but sadly many of the earliest shows weren't kept in the archive. With the RAY ELLINGTON Quartet and MAX GELDRAY. Orchestra conducted by WALLY STOTT. Announcer: WALLACE GREENSLADE Producer: PETER ETON

Captain Seagoon investigates a mustard and cress flavoured mystery at Clapham Junction. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1954.

Producer: CHARLES CHILTON

Rerecording from February 1958 of a show first broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1954.

It's 1902 and British secret agent Seagoon is heading to Dresden on a deadly mission.

Producer: PETER ETON

It's 1902 and British secret agent Capt Hairy Seagoon heads to Dresden to track down the Silent Bugler. From March 1953.

It's 1902 and British secret agent Seagoon is heading to Dresden on a deadly mission. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From March 1954.

It's 1902 and British secret agent Capt Hairy Seagoon heads to Dresden to track down the Silent Bugler.

Producer: Peter Eton

Notes: The nearest to an announcement is 'Take the case of Agent X2...'.

It's 1902 and British secret agent Seagoon is heading to Dresden on a deadly mission. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From March 1954.

It's 1902 and British secret agent Capt Hairy Seagoon heads to Dresden to track down the Silent Bugler. From March 1953.

Notes: RAY ELLINGTON was pre-recorded.

Producer: PETER ETON

Notes: RAY ELLINGTON was pre-recorded.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Re-recording from March 1958.

Seagoon sets off to ask Henry Crun to invent a waterproof gas stove. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Seagoon sets off to ask Henry Crun to invent a waterproof gas stove. Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN. Re-recording from March 1958.

Seagoon sets off to ask Henry Crun to invent a waterproof gas stove. First broadcast March 1958.

Seagoon sets off to ask Henry Crun to invent a waterproof gas stove. First aired March 1958.

Producer: Peter Eton

Notes: RAY ELLINGTON was pre-recorded.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Re-recording from March 1958.

London is besieged by birds in a special recording without an audience or orchestra. Stars PETER SELLERS. From August 1954.

London is besieged by birds - in a special recording without an audience or orchestra.

BT=1430]

Stars PETER SELLERS.

From August 1954.

But can he whistle the secret tune?

Producer: R.

EDIS

Producer: R EDIS

Spy Neddie must make contact with his informer. But can he whistle the secret tune?

Neddie the spy needs to make contact with his informer. But can he whistle the secret tune? From September 1954.

Spy Neddie must make contact with his informer. But can he whistle the secret tune? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From September 1954.

Neddie Seagoon is a spy who must make contact with his informer.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in September 1954.

Producer: R. EDIS

Next in series: THE DREADED BATTER PUDDING HURLER

Previous in series: THE TREASURE IN THE LAKE

Broadcast history

27 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

20 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Starring:

Peter Sellers

Harry Secombe

With the Ray Ellington Quartet and Max Geldray.

Orchestra conducted by Wally Stott.

Announcer: Wallace Greenslade

Seagoon sets sail for America, but loses his treasure map!

Neddie Seagoon's odd discovery in some meatloaf sparks a trip to America to try and make his fortune.

Constable Neddie Seagoon sets out to apprehend Minnie and Henry's Sussex assailant.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1954.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1954.

Starring:

Peter Sellers

Harry Secombe

With the Ray Ellington Quartet and Max Geldray.

Orchestra conducted by Wally Stott.

Announcer: Wallace Greenslade

As baldness breaks out in Brighton, is there a connection to a glut of cheap tobacco?

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1954.

As baldness breaks out in Brighton, is there a connection to a glut of cheap tobacco? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1954.

People are losing their hair all over Brighton, and someone is flogging cheap tobacco. Is there a connection?

Starring:

Peter Sellers

Harry Secombe

With the Ray Ellington Quartet and Max Geldray.

Orchestra conducted by Wally Stott.

Announcer: Wallace Greenslade

EDIS

Next in series: TALES OF OLD DARTMOOR

Previous in series: THE DREADED BATTER PUDDING HURLER

Description

Starring PETER SELLERS, SPIKE MILLIGAN and HARRY SECOMBE.

Producers Peter Eton and Richard EDIS.

Contributors

WALLACE GREENSLADE (ann)

SPIKE MILLIGAN (Author)

Wally Stott (cond)

HARRY SECOMBE (ent)

PETER SELLERS (ent)

MAX GELDRAY (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

Peter Eton (Producer]

Neddie tracks young Fred Nurke, who has vanished from his banana-growing family's home.

Neddie tracks young Fred Nurke, who has vanished from his banana-growing family's home. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1954.

More anarchic Goonery from October 1954 with SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE.

Neddie tracks young Fred Nurke, who's vanished from his banana growing family's home. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1954.

Neddie Seagoon tracks young Fred Nurke, who's vanished from his banana-growing family's home.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1954.

Starring:

With the Ray Ellington Quartet and Max Geldray.

Orchestra conducted by Wally Stott.

Announcer: Wallace Greenslade

Neddie tracks young Fred Nurke, who's vanished from his banana-growing family's home. Stars Spike Milligan. From October 1954.

Back home after 43 years, why must Neddie never go near the oily waters again?

Discover why Neddie must never, never go near the oily waters in the BBC7 debut of this edition first broadcast in 1954.

Back home after 43 years, why must Neddie never go near the oily waters again? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From November 1954.

Back home after 43 years, discover why Neddie must never go near the oily waters. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From November 1954.

Back home after 43 years, why must Neddie Seagoon never go near the oily waters again?

Special guest: VALENTINE DYALL

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1954.

Britain's wellbeing is under threat, but worry not - Dr Seagoon is on the case. On second thoughts... From November 1954.

Britain's wellbeing is under threat, but worry not - Dr Seagoon is on the case. On second thoughts, worry a lot. From November 1954.

Doctor Seagoon is dispatched to tackle a curious contagious epidemic disease. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From November 1954.

Doctor Seagoon is dispatched to tackle a curious contagious epidemic disease. From 1954.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1954.

This week the Goons use brass instruments to cure Britain from a devastating lurgi. First broadcast in November 1954.

Grytpype-Thynne advertises for a crew for his seagoing mission to find the Marie Celeste.

Grytpype-Thynne needs a crew to discover the true fate of the mysterious brigantine.

Grytpype-Thynne needs a crew to discover the true fate of the mysterious brigantine. Stars PETER SELLERS. From November 1954.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1954.

Grytpipe-Thynne hires for a new crew for his seagoing mission to find the Marie Celeste. From November 1954.

They set off in less-than-hot pursuit on a horse and carriage.

London's trams are no more, but boss Seagoon must pursue the one that got away.

London's trams are no more, but boss Seagoon must pursue the one that got away. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From November 1954.

London's trams are no more, but boss Seagoon must pursue the one that's got away.

London's trams are no more, but boss Seagoon must pursue the one that's got away. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From November 1954.

It was thought that all the trams had been melted down but there appears to be one still running. From November 1954.

It was thought that all the trams had been melted down but there appears to be one still running. First broadcast November 1954.

It was thought all the trams had been melted down, but one appears to be still running.

London's trams are no more, but boss Neddie Seagoon must pursue the one that got away.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1954.

London's trams are no more, but boss Seagoon must pursue the one that's got a way. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From November 1954.

A trap must be laid and Bluebottle gets a surprise.

A trap must be laid on an African jungle safari, and Bluebottle gets a surprise.

A trap is laid when boot prints are sighted on an African jungle safari. First broadcast in 1954.

A trap must be laid on an African jungle safari, and Bluebottle gets a surprise. Stars PETER SELLERS. From November 1954.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1954.

A trap must be laid on an African jungle safari and Bluebottle gets a surprise. Stars PETER SELLERS. From November 1954.

Mistaken identities, a suitcase and appalling accents all feature in this show.

Classic comedy from 1954, with SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS.

Neddie Seagoon's brave act lands him in prison, and a jewel thief is on the loose. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1954.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1954.

Neddie Seagoon wants fame and fortune, but does he want it enough to help Maid Marion?

Neddie Seagoon wants to be rich and famous, but does he want it enough to risk life and limb helping Maid Marion? From Dec 1954.

Neddie wants to be rich and famous, but does he want it enough to risk life and limb helping Maid Marion? From Dec 1954.

Neddie Seagoon wants fame and riches, but will he risk life and limb for Maid Marion?

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1954.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Orchestra conducted by Bruce Campbell.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1955.

The Goons' spoof of '1984' with Winston Seagoon battling the Big Brother Corporation. Can he survive Room 101? From 1955.

Winston Seagoon battles the Big Brother Corporation. Can he survive Room 101? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1955.

Can he survive Room 101?

Can he survive Room 101? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From January 1955.

Producer: Peter Eton

Notes: Orchestra conducted by Bruce Campbell.

Inspired by GEORGE ORWELL's '1984'.

The show was such a sucess that it was re-performed as episode 20 later in the series.

The Goons' spoof of '1984' with Winston Seagoon battling the Big Brother Corporation.

It's all rather confusing really.

As a Dimberger, Neddie Seagoon sets out to dethrone a Heidelberger. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

As a Dimberger, Neddie Seagoon sets out to dethrone a Heidelberger. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and HARRY SECOMBE. From January 1955.

As a Dimberger, Neddie tries to dethrone a Heidelberger. It's all rather confusing really. From January 1955.

As a Dimberger, Neddie Seagoon sets out to dethrone a Heidelberger...

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1955.

Neddie Seagoon's the British Ambassador in China and out of money.

But Grytpype's offering a way to a fortune.

From January 1955.

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's Ambassador in China and he's after cash.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS.

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's ambassador in China, and he is after cash.

Neddie Seagoon's the British Ambassador in China and out of money. But Grytpype's offering a way to a fortune.

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's ambassador in China and he's after cash. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From January 1955.

A lovingly restored classic from 1955.

The China Story.

Starring PETER SELLERS , HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN , with * RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY.

Music by WALLY STOTT. Restoration by Ted Kendall Producer PETER ETON

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Eric Sykes.

Orchestra conducted by Bruce Campbell.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1955.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1955.

In true Beau Geste style, Neddie Seagoon joins the foreign legion in disgrace. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From January 1955.

Neddie Seagoon goes off to join the Legion after a series of mishaps.

Neddy Seagoon finds himself in the French Foreign Legion, which can only spell disaster for the Goons. From January 1955.

Seagoon is accused of stealing his mother's Blue Shower necklace and leaves the country to join the foreign legion in disgrace.

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE.

Beginning in May 1951 as 'Crazy People', The Goon Show ran for 10 series stretching the boundaries of radio comedy in new and influential directions concluding in January 1960.

The team reunited in October 1972 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the BBC for The Last Goon Show of All.

Scripted by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1955.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Eric Sykes.

Notes: This is a not repeat of episode 15.

It is a new performance of the same script, which was re-typed, incorporating all but one of the timing cuts made for the first version.

In this show John Snagge (pre-recorded) reads the telescreen announcement near the beginning.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1955.

Oyster sexing and salvaging Westminster Pier, with all the usual characters and sound effects. From February 1955.

Oyster-loving Neddie Seagoon takes to the River Thames, which is soon draining away. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1955.

Oyster sexing and salvaging Westminster Pier, with all the usual characters.

Oyster-loving Neddie Seagoon takes to the River Thames - which is soon draining away. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1955.

Oyster sexing and salvaging the Westminster Pier with all the usual characters and sound effects. From February 1955.

Oyster sexing and salvaging the Westminster Pier, with all the usual characters and sound effects. From February 1955.

Oyster-loving Neddie Seagoon takes to the River Thames - which is soon draining away.

Oyster sexing and salvaging the Westminster Pier, with all the usual characters and sound effects.

Oyster-loving Neddie Seagoon takes to the River Thames, which is soon draining away. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1955.

Oyster sexing and salvaging Westminster Pier, with all the usual characters.

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE.

Beginning in May 1951 as 'Crazy People', The Goon Show ran for 10 series stretching the boundaries of radio comedy in new and influential directions concluding in January 1960.

The team reunited in October 1972 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the BBC for The Last Goon Show of All.

Scripted by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1955.

Neddie springs into action when he learns that the sun is on fire.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

On the trial of Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne, Detective Neddie Seagoon joins an unusual brass band.

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE.

To celebrate 100 years since the birth of SPIKE MILLIGAN, another rare edition of the series not heard since original broadcast.

Beginning in May 1951 as 'Crazy People', The Goon Show ran for 10 series stretching the boundaries of radio comedy in new and influential directions concluding in January 1960.

Scripted by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: Peter Eaton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1955.

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE.

To celebrate 100 years since the birth of SPIKE MILLIGAN, another rare edition of the series not heard since original broadcast.

Beginning in May 1951 as 'Crazy People', The Goon Show ran for 10 series stretching the boundaries of radio comedy in new and influential directions concluding in January 1960.

Scripted by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: Peter Eaton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1955.

Detective Seagoon is after Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne and joins an odd brass band.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

Neddie Seagoon offers to lead an expedition to bring back a yehti - from deepest, darkest Yorkshire. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1955.

Classic comedy from March 1955 with PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Neddie Seagoon offers to lead an expedition to bring back a yehti - from Yorkshire. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1955.

Neddie Seagoon goes Yehti hunting – in deepest, darkest Yorkshire.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1955.

Can Neddie Seagoon get rich quick exporting Britain's surfeit of snow? Stars PETER SELLERS and SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From March 1955.

Ned's latest get-rich-quick scheme is to export snow to the Sudan.

Will he make his fortune or lose out to Grytpype-Thynne?

Can Neddie Seagoon get rich quick by exporting Britain's surfeit of snow?

Ned's latest get-rich-quick scheme is to export snow to Sudan. Will he make a fortune or lose out to Grytpype-Thynne?

Can Neddie Seagoon get rich quick by exporting Britain's surfeit of snow? Stars PETER SELLERS and SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1955.

Can Neddie Seagoon get rich quick exporting Britain's surfeit of snow? Stars PETER SELLERS and SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1955.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1955.

Ned's latest get-rich-quick scheme is to export snow to the Sudan. Will he make his fortune or lose out to Grytpype-Thynne?

Can Neddie Seagoon get rich quick by exporting Brtain's surfeit of snow?

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

Extended restored episode thanks to Gary Critcher.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1954.

Extended restored episode of the surreal classic comedy.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Extended restored episode thanks to Gary Critcher.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1954.

Extended restored episode of the surreal classic comedy.

Unfortunately all his 'bad' ideas seem to work.

How Neddie 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures.

The Man Who Won The War (seagoon Mcc)

How Neddy 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures.

Messrs Geldray and Ellington provide musical moments.

How Neddy 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures. Messrs Geldray and Ellington provide musical moments.

Unfortunately all his 'bad' ideas seem to work.

How Neddie 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures.

How Neddy 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures.

Messrs Geldray and Ellington provide musical moments.

How Neddie 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From September 1955.

How Neddie 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures. From 1955.

How Neddy 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures. Messrs Geldray and Ellington provide musical moments.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Orchestra conducted by Bruce Campbell.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in September 1955.

How Neddie 'invented' the barrage balloon and other wartime (mis)adventures.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1955.

Mown down and flattened, frustrated Neddie Seagoon falls foul of diplomatic immunity. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1955.

Neddie Seagoon's furniture is at the centre of a Malayan man-shrinking plot.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in September 1955.

Neddie Seagoon's furniture is at the centre of a Malayan man-shrinking plot. Stars PETER SELLERS. From September 1955.

Seagoon's furniture is at the centre of a Mayalan man-shrinking plot. From September 1955.

From October 1955.

Archaeologist Seagoon hunts for the missing treasure of GENGHIS KHAN.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS.

Archaeologist Neddie Seagoon hunts for the missing treasure of GENGHIS KHAN.

Producer: PETER ETON

Archaeologist Seagoon hunts for the missing treasure of GENGHIS KHAN. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS.

Archaeologist, Neddie Seagoon, hunts for the missing treasure of GENGHIS KHAN.

Another comedy adventure from Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe, our intrepid maestros of wit. From October 1955.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1955.

Archaeologist Seagoon hunts for the missing treasure of Genghis Khan. From October 1955.

Archaeologist Seagoon hunts for the missing treasure of Genghis Khan. Stars Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers. From October 1955.

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Neddie Seagoon is conned into pinching the keyboard played at the Battle of Waterloo.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From October 1955.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1955.

Neddie Seagoon is conned into pinching the keyboard played at the Battle of Waterloo. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1955.

Next in series: 25 April 1992

Previous in series: TALES OF OLD DARTMOOR

Description

Starring PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN. Producers PETER ETON and Richard EDIS. First broadcast 11th October 1955.

Subject Categories

comedy programmes (genre)

Broadcast history

31 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

29 Aug 1991 12:25-12:55 (RADIO 4)

23 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Contributors

WALLACE GREENSLADE (ann)

SPIKE MILLIGAN (Author)

WALLY STOTT (cond)

HARRY SECOMBE (ent)

PETER SELLERS (ent)

MAX GELDRAY (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

PETER ETON (Producer)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Mown down and flattened, frustrated Neddie Seagoon falls foul of diplomatic immunity.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From October 1955.

Mown down and flattened, frustrated Neddie Seagoon falls foul of diplomatic immunity. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1955.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1955.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and ERIC SYKES.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1955.

Fleeing from Tobruk in 1942, the military leader leaves behind a precious box.

First billed as Crazy People, ten series of The Goon Show were recorded between 1951 and 1960, but sadly many of the earliest shows weren't kept in the BBC archive.

Fleeing from Tobruk in 1942, Rommel leaves behind a precious box. BBC 7 debut for this edition first broadcast in 1955.

Fleeing from Tobruk in 1942, the military leader leaves behind a precious box. Stars Spike Milligan. From October 1955.

Fleeing from Tobruk in 1942, Rommel leaves behind a precious box. Stars Spike Milligan. From October 1955.

Gas meter inspector Seagoon heads to South America to tackle President Fred over his unpaid bill.

First broadcast in 1955.

From 1955.

Stars HARRY SECOMBE.

From November 1955.

Gas meter inspector Neddie Seagoon heads to South America over an unpaid bill. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From November 1955.

Gas meter inspector Seagoon heads to South America to tackle President Fred over his unpaid bill. First broadcast in 1955.

Gas meter inspector Neddie Seagoon heads to South America over an unpaid bill. From 1955.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1955.

More classic Goonery from Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe. Originally broadcast in November 1955.

First broadcast in 1955.

Gas meter inspector Neddie Seagoon heads to South America over an unpaid bill.

From 1955.

Stars HARRY SECOMBE.

From November 1955.

The usual characters attempt to escape the Japanese invasion.

Seagoon, Eccles and others escape an invasion, and happen upon a utopia.

Neddie Seagoon escapes an invasion - and finds Utopia.

Neddie Seagoon escapes an invasion and finds Utopia.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1955.

Neddie Seagoon escapes an invasion, and finds Utopia. Fantasy novel spoof.

Neddie Seagoon escapes an invasion, and finds Utopia. Fantasy novel spoof with SPIKE MILLIGAN and HARRY SECOMBE. From November 1955.

Seagoon, Eccles and others escape an invasion, and happen upon a utopia. From November 1955.

Neddie Seagoon escapes an invasion - and finds Utopia. Fantasy novel spoof. From 1955.

Neddie Seagoon escapes an invasion - and finds Utopia. Fantasy novel spoof with SPIKE MILLIGAN. From November 1955.

With an invasion of Peking imminent, it's down to Neddie Seagoon to save the day. From November 1955.

The usual characters attempt to escape the Japanese invasion. First heard November 1955.

Eccentric millionaire Neddie Seagoon decides to fund an expedition to search for fragments of a famous dessert.

From 1955.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From November 1955.

An eccentric millionaire funds an expedition for fragments of a famous dessert. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From November 1955.

An eccentric millionaire funds an expedition for fragments of a famous dessert. From 1955.

Starring PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN. With music from The RAY ELLINGTON Quartet, MAX GELDRAY and The WALLY STOTT Orchestra. Produced by PETER ETON.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service on 15th November 1955.

Producer: Peter Eton

To foil a dastardly plot, Neddie Seagoon must plough his way to the Sussex coast pronto.

Neddie has to get to Pevensey Bay pronto, to foil a plot by Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty. From April 1956.

To foil a dastardly plot by Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty, Neddie Seagoon must plough his way to the Sussex coast pronto. Stars Spike Milligan. From April 1956.

The Pevensey Bay Disaster: To foil a dastardly plot by Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty, Neddie Seagoon must plough his way to the Sussex coast pronto. Stars Spike Milligan.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in April 1956.

To foil a dastardly plot, Neddie Seagoon must plough his way to the Sussex coast pronto.

To foil a dastardly plot by Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty, Neddie Seagoon must plough his way to the Sussex coast pronto.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From April 1956.

Neddie has to get to Pevensey Bay pronto, to foil a plot by Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty.

The Pevensey Bay Disaster:

To foil a dastardly plot by Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty, Neddie Seagoon must plough his way to the Sussex coast pronto. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Neddie Seagoon learns he is the rightful owner of New York and sets off to reclaim his land. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From November 1955.

Neddie finds that he is the rightful owner of New York and sets off to reclaim his land. From November 1955 and fresh to BBC 7.

Sale of Manhattan: Neddie Seagoon learns he is the rightful owner of New York and sets off to reclaim his land. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From November 1955.

Neddie Seagoon learns that he is the rightful owner of New York and tries to reclaim his land.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1955.

From November 1955 and fresh to BBC 7.

Neddie Seagoon learns he is the rightful owner of New York and sets off to reclaim it.

: Neddie Seagoon learns he is the rightful owner of New York and sets off to reclaim his land.

Stars HARRY SECOMBE.

From November 1955.

Neddie finds that he is the rightful owner of New York and sets off to reclaim his land. From November 1955 and fresh to BBC 7.

Neddie Seagoon learns he is the rightful owner of New York and sets off to reclaim his land. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From November 1955.

Sale of Manhattan: Neddie Seagoon learns he is the rightful owner of New York and sets off to reclaim his land. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From November 1955.

From December 1955.

The amazing rise and fall of BBC Home Service announcer WALLACE GREENSLADE.

From 1955.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

The amazing story of the rise and fall of BBC Home Service radio announcer WALLACE GREENSLADE.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1955.

The amazing rise and fall of BBC Home Service announcer Wallace Greenslade. From 1955.

Hear the amazing story of the rise and fall of BBC announcer Wallace Greenslade in all its glory. From December 1955.

The amazing rise and fall of BBC Home Service announcer Wallace Greenslade. Stars Spike Milligan. From December 1955.

From December 1955.

The amazing rise and fall of BBC Home Service announcer Wallace Greenslade.

From 1955.

Stars Spike Milligan.

Neddie propels his mighty organ across the Sahara.

From January 1956.

Stars HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Neddie Seagoon propels his mighty organ across the Sahara

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1956.

Neddie propels his mighty organ across the Sahara. Stars HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Neddie propels his mighty organ across the Sahara. Stars HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1956.

Neddie propels his mighty organ across the Sahara. From January 1956.

Paris, painting, passion and duplicity in the tangled lives of Paul Gauguin and Neddie Toulouse-Lautrec.

From January 1956.

Paris, passion and duplicity abound in the tangled lives of two talented painters.

Stars Spike Milligan.

Paris, painting, passion and duplicity in the tangled lives of Paul Gauguin, Neddie Toulouse-Lautrec and a certain Fifi...

Paris, painting, passion and duplicity in the tangled lives of two talented painters - Paul Gauguin and Neddie Toulouse-Lautrec - and a certain Fifi...

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1956.

Paris, passion and duplicity abound in the tangled lives of two talented painters. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1956.

Paris, painting, passion and duplicity in the tangled lives of Paul Gauguin and Neddie Toulouse-Lautrec. From January 1956.

And a new secret weapon falls into the wrong hands.

If an army marches on its stomach, the ultimate weapon must be the Jet Propelled Guided NAAFI, on site in seconds flat.

Grytpype and Moriarty set out to steal explosive plans for a secret new weapon.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS.

From January 1956.

From 1956.

Grytpype and Moriarty set out to steal the plans for a secret new weapon.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1956.

Grytpype and Moriarty set out to steal explosive plans for a secret new weapon. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From January 1956.

PM Seagoon is on an economy drive, so spends lots of money. And a new secret weapon falls into the wrong hands.

Grytpype and Moriarty set out to steal explosive plans for a secret new weapon. From 1956.

From January 1956 and fresh to BBC 7.

Producer: Peter Eton

Notes: With VALENTINE DYALL.

Not coherently announced.

Neddie investigates a dastardly denture-stealing plan. But who wants them and why?

Neddie investigates a dastardly denture-stealing plan. But who wants them and why? With VALENTINE DYALL. From January 1956.

VALENTINE DYALL joins the crew to play an evil doctor with a novel use for dentures. From January 1956 and fresh to BBC 7.

Neddie Seagoon investigates a dastardly denture-stealing plan.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1956.

Prison Governor Neddie Seagoon relocates his inmates to the south of France.

Prison governor Neddie Seagoon relocates all of his inmates to the south of France.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1956.

Prison governor Neddie Seagoon relocates his inmates to the south of France. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1956.

Prison governor Neddie Seagoon relocates his inmates to the south of France. From 1956.

Producer: R. EDIS

Next in series: NAPOLEON'S PIANO

Previous in series: THE AFFAIR OF THE LOWE BANANA

Description

Starring PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN. Producers PETER ETON and Richard EDIS. First broadcast 7th February 1956.

Subject Categories

comedy programmes (genre)

Broadcast history

30 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

05 Sep 1991 12:25-12:55 (RADIO 4)

22 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Contributors

WALLACE GREENSLADE (ann)

SPIKE MILLIGAN (Author)

WALLY STOTT (cond)

HARRY SECOMBE (ent)

PETER SELLERS (ent)

MAX GELDRAY (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

PETER ETON (Producer)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Neddy, Governor of Dartmoor, thinks his prisoners need a holiday, so he rebuilds the prison by the Chateau d'If. From 1956.

Tales of Old Dartmoor. Neddy, Governor of Dartmoor, thinks his prisoners need a holiday, so he rebuilds the prison by the Chateau d'If. From 1956.

Neddy, Governor of Dartmoor, thinks his prisoners need a holiday, so he rebuilds the prison by the Chateau d'If. From Feb 1956.

Next in series: NAPOLEON'S PIANO

Previous in series: THE AFFAIR OF THE LOWE BANANA

Description

Starring PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN. Producers PETER ETON and Richard EDIS. First broadcast 7th February 1956.

Subject Categories

comedy programmes (genre)

Broadcast history

30 May 1991 19:02-19:32 (RADIO 2)

05 Sep 1991 12:25-12:55 (RADIO 4)

22 Dec 1993 23:30-23:59 (RADIO 4)

Contributors

WALLACE GREENSLADE (ann)

SPIKE MILLIGAN (Author)

WALLY STOTT (cond)

HARRY SECOMBE (ent)

PETER SELLERS (ent)

MAX GELDRAY (mus)

Richard Edis (Producer)

PETER ETON (Producer)

Recorded on 1991-04-17

Prison governor Neddie Seagoon relocates his inmates to the south of France. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1956.

Prison governor Neddie Seagoon relocates his inmates to the south of France. From 1956.

Hair-raising events for Neddie Seagaon, when London's monuments are sabotaged.

Hair-raising events for Neddie Seagoon when London's monuments are sabotaged.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1956.

Hair-raising events for Neddie Seagoon, when London's monuments are sabotaged.

Hair-raising events for Neddie Seagoon when London's monuments are sabotaged. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1956.

The fiendish Germans sabotage London's monuments, leaving Neddie to find the solution. From February 1956 and fresh to BBC 7.

Hair-raising events for Neddie Seagaon, when London's monuments are sabotaged. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1956.

A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, unaccompanied by the show's striking musicians.

A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, unaccompanied by the show's striking musicians. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1956.

A meaty mystery for Neddie Seagoon, unaccompanied by the show's regular musicians who were on strike.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1956.

Next in series: THE WHISTLING SPY ENIGMA

Previous in series: THE VANISHING ROOM

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Radio Collection classic comedy marches on in the company of the inimatable Goons, as they attempt to dredge up the Treasure of Loch Lomond. Inadvisably

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Broadcast history

07 May 1990 12:30-13:00 (RADIO 2)

Contributors

Bruce Campbell (cond)

SPIKE MILLIGAN (ent)

HARRY SECOMBE (ent)

PETER SELLERS (ent)

MAX GELDRAY (mus)

RAY ELLINGTON (mus)

Pat Dixon (Producer)

Recorded on 1990-04-30

Neddie discovers that he's the heir to a Scottish fortune, but he must outlive the Laird.

Neddie discovers that he's the heir to a Scottish fortune, but first he must outlive the Laird. Stars HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN. From February 1956.

First heard in 1956.

Neddy thinks his money troubles are over when he hears of a Scottish fortune but has to contend with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty.

Neddy's money troubles are over when he hears of a Scottish fortune but he has to contend with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty.

Recorded on 1990-04-30.

Neddie discovers he's the heir to a Scottish fortune, but first he must outlive the current Laird.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1956.

Neddie discovers that he's heir to a Scottish fortune, but first he must outlive the Laird

Neddie discovers that he's the heir to a Scottish fortune, but he must outlive the Laird. First heard in 1956.

Not believing the telegram with news of their surrender in World War II, Seagoon and Co are still fighting the Japanese in 1956.

Ignoring a telegram about Japan's surrender, Neddie Seagoon and company are still at war.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From March 1956.

Ignoring a telegram about Japan's surrender, Neddie Seagoon and company are still at war. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1956.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1956.

Is all as it seems?

With Britain's boots exploding, Neddie Seagoon tries to tackle a national 'scradje' shortage.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1956.

With Britain's boots exploding, Neddie Seagoon tackles a national 'scradje' shortage.

With boots exploding all over Britain, Seagoon must solve the nation's scradje shortage. Is all as it seems?

With boots exploding all over Britain, Seagoon must solve the nation's 'scradje' shortage. But all is not what it seems.

With Britain's boots exploding, Neddie Seagoon tackles the nation's 'scradje' shortage.

With Britain's boots exploding, Neddie Seagoon tackles a national 'scradje' shortage. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1956.

With boots exploding all over Britain, Seagoon must solve the nation's scradje shortage. Is all as it seems? From March 1956.

With Britain's boots exploding, Neddie Seagoon tackles the nation's 'scradje' shortage. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1956.

The Brits must trick the enemy. A 1958 remake of the 1956 spoof of the war film based on the 1953 book. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Notes: This is a new production of episode 17 of the 5th series - the script is almost identical.

It was recorded at the National Radio Show.

Admiral Seagoon is dispatched as bandits attack the British garrison.

Admiral Seagoon is dispatched as bandits attack the British garrison. Stars HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1956.

Sheik Rattle and Roll attacks the British garrison.HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN star. From October 1956.

Admiral Seagoon is dispatched as bandits attack the British garrison. From October 1956.

Sheik Rattle and Roll attacks the British garrison. HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN star. From October 1956.

Sheik Rattle and Roll attacks the Brutish garrison. HARRY SECOMBE, PETER SELLERS and SPIKE MILLIGAN star. From October 1956.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: PETER ETON

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1956.

A newspaper claims Neddie Seagoon is set to inherit a million pounds.

From October 1956.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS.

~Goon Show, The

Is Neddie Seagoon about to inherit a million pounds. Peter Sellers and Spike Milligan star. From October 1956.

Is Neddie Seagoon about to inherit a million pounds? From October 1956.

Is Neddie Seagoon about to inherit a million pounds? Peter Sellers and Spike Milligan star. From October 1956.

Is Neddie Seagoon about to inherit a million pounds? Well, no. Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers star.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

Special guest: Valentine Dyall

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1956.

Is Neddie Seagoon about to inherit a million pounds? Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers star in this episode from Oct 1956.

A newspaper claims Neddie Seagoon is set to inherit a million pounds. From October 1956.

A newspaper claims Neddie Seagoon is set to inherit a million pounds. Stars Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers. From October 1956.

Neddie Seagoon turns to witchcraft in a bid to thwart Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1956.

Neddie turns to witchcraft to thwart Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty. From October 1956 and fresh to BBC 7.

Neddie Seagoon turns to witchcraft to thwart Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty. From Oct 1956.

Neddie Seagoon turns to witchcraft to thwart Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty. Stars Peter Sellers. From October 1956.

Originally broadcast in 1956.

Neddie Seagoon has a 60-foot caber hidden under his kilt, but the Scots want it back.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From October 1956.

Neddie Seagoon has a 60-foot caber hidden under his kilt, but the Scots want it back. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From October 1956.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: PETER ETON

More classic Goonery from Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe. Originally broadcast in 1956.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1956.

Classic Goonery with a Scots flavour from Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe. Originally broadcast in 1956.

Neddie Seagoon reveals his Arthurian roots and goes in search of treasure in deepest Cornwall.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

Valentine Dyall

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1956.

Neddie reveals his Arthurian roots and goes in search of treasure, in deepest Cornwall. From October 1956 and fresh to BBC 7.

Neddie reveals his Arthurian roots and goes in search of treasure in deepest Cornwall. Stars Spike Milligan. From October 1956.

When Neddie Seagoon is made President of Yakabakoo, he tries to quell a revolution.

When Neddie Seagoon is made President of Yakabakoo, he tries to quell a revolution. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From February 1957.

Seagoon becomes President of Yakabakoo, tries to quell a revolution and finds the British Ambassador in his trousers. From 1957.

Seagoon becomes President of Yakabakoo, and tries to quell a revolution.

Seagoon becomes President of Yakabakoo, tries to quell a revolution and finds the British Ambassador in his trousers...

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1957.

When Neddie Seagoon is made President of Yakabakoo, he tries to quell a revolution. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From February 1957.

Seagoon becomes President of Yakabakoo, and tries to quell a revolution.

Seagoon becomes President of Yakabakoo, tries to quell a revolution and finds the British Ambassador in his trousers.

BBC Programme Number: 92LD6315

First broadcast on 1992-10-19

Recorded on 1992-09-09

Producer: D. MAGGS

Next in series: THE CHINA STORY

Previous in series: THE CALL OF THE WEST

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19 Oct 1992 23:00-23:30 (RADIO 4)

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Eric Sykes.

Producer: Peter Eton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1954.

Thynne and Moriarty have a dastardly plan.

Nobody knows how Neddie Seagoon (racing bass-drum driver) stole £350,000 from Cruns Bank, during the long distance race.

From 1956.

Nobody knows how Neddie Seagoon (racing bass-drum driver) stole 350 thousand pounds from Cruns Bank, during the long distance race.

All set for the Long Distance Bass Drum Race, Neddie Seagoon is duped into villainy.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From November 1956.

All set for the Long Distance Bass Drum Race, Neddie Seagoon is duped into villainy. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From November 1956.

Nobody knows how Neddie Seagoon (racing bass-drum driver) stole £350,000 from Cruns Bank, during the long distance race. From 1956.

Neddie is sewn into a mattress in order to acquire a new bass drum. Thynne and Moriarty have a dastardly plan.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1956.

Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty are in hot pursuit of the original Neddie Seagoon.

With the revelation that Neddie was once mass produced, can the original be found?

With the revelation that Neddie was once mass produced, can the original be found? Stars HARRY SECOMBE.

From November 1956.

With the revelation that Neddie was once mass produced, can the original be found? Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From November 1956.

With the revelation that Neddie Seagoon was once mass-produced, can the original be found?

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1956.

With the revelation that Neddie was once mass-produced, can the original be found?

With the revelation that Neddie was once mass-produced, can the original be found? Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From November 1956.

What's their line? Idiocy.

This edition of the 50s quiz features an unusual profession: total idiocy.

Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz?

Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1956.

Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle do their mimes. What's their line? Idiocy. From Dec 1956.

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Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s BBC TV quiz?

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1956.

What's My Line?: This edition of the '50s quiz features an unusual profession: total idiocy. PETER SELLERS and SPIKE MILLIGAN star. From Dec 1956.

What's My Line: This edition of the 50s quiz features an unusual profession: total idiocy. PETER SELLERS and SPIKE MILLIGAN star. From Dec 1956.

What's their line? Idiocy.

This edition of the 50s quiz features an unusual profession: total idiocy.

Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz?

Can anyone guess the unusual professions in a special edition of the 1950s TV quiz? Stars Spike Milligan. From December 1956.

Neddie Seagoon is Samuel Pepys - and he's facing trouble from a flea called Francoise.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1956.

Neddie Seagoon is Samuel Pepys and he is having trouble with a flea called Francoise.

Neddie Seagoon is Samuel Pepys and he's having trouble with a flea called Francoise. First broadcast in 1956.

Neddie Seagoon is Samuel Pepys and he is facing trouble from a flea called Francoise. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From December 1956.

Neddie Seagoon is Samuel Pepys and he's facing trouble from a flea called Francoise. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From December 1956.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1956.

Neddie Seagoon in compromising X-Rays? Surely not! Peter Sellers, Spike Milligan and Harry Secombe star.

Neddie Seagoon in compromising X-rays? Surely not! Peter Sellers, Spike Milligan and Harry Secombe star. From December 1956.

Through pages and chapters, the fate of Neddie Seagoon is in the hands of the writer. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1956.

Neddie Seagoon in compromising x-rays? Surely not!

Neddie Seagoon in compromising X-rays? Surely not! PETER SELLERS, SPIKE MILLIGAN and HARRY SECOMBE star. From December 1956.

A classic from 1956.

Starring PETER SELLERS , HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN , with RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY.

Music by WALLY STOTT. Restoration by Ted Kendall Producer Pat Dixon

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1956.

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE.

This programme was one of several locked in a BBC cupboard marked 'not for rebroadcast', as the subject matter has somewhat dated since 1957. Repeated as a 'historical curiosity' to celebrate 100 years since the birth of SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Beginning in May 1951 as 'Crazy People', The Goon Show ran for 10 series stretching the boundaries of radio comedy in new and influential directions concluding in January 1960.

Scripted by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1957.

Bulldog Neddie investigates why 25 million Englishmen have vanished.

Move aside Orville and Wilbur, Neddie is the pioneer aviator in this edition from January 1957.

Fresh to BBC 7.

Stars HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS.

Move aside Orville and Wilbur, Neddie is the pioneer aviator. Stars HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. From January 1957.

Move aside Orville and Wilbur, Neddie is the pioneer aviator in this edition from January 1957. Fresh to BBC 7.

Move aside Orville and Wilbur, Neddie Seagoon is the pioneer aviator.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

With George Chisholm, the RAY ELLINGTON Quartet and MAX GELDRAY.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1956.

Bernard Miles guest stars.

Neddie Seagoon is sent to claim back thousands in arrears, but he falls in the water.

Neddie Seagoon is sent to claim back thousands in arrears, but he falls in the water. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1957.

First broadcast in January 1957.

Seagoon is sent to claim thousands of pounds back in rent arrears.

Seagoon's sent to claim thousands back in rent arrears, but he falls in some water! First transmitted in January 1957.

Bernard Miles guest stars. Seagoon is sent to claim thousands back in rent arrears, but he falls in some water! From January 1957.

Seagoon is sent to claim thousands of pounds back in rent arrears, but he falls in some water! First broadcast in January 1957.

From January 1957.

Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri which is drifting into peril.

Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri which is drifting into peril. Stars Spike Milligan. From January 1957.

Shifting Sands: The fort at Waziri was built on shifting sand and drifts into peril. From January 1957.

Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri, which is drifting into peril. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Jack Train

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1957.

The fort at Waziri was built on shifting sand and drifts into peril...

Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri, which is drifting into peril. Stars Spike Milligan. From January 1957.

: From Feb 1957. SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE star in a thrilling pursuit of a mysterious nose assailant!

A mysterious nose assailant must be caught. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

A mysterious nose assailant must be caught. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1957.

The Mysterious Punch-up-the Conker: From Feb 1957. SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE star in a thrilling pursuit of a mysterious nose assailant!

Milligan, Sellers and Secombe star in a thrilling pursuit of a mysterious nose assailant.

SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE star in a thrilling pursuit of a mysterious nose assailant! From February 1957.

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The Mysterious Punch-up-the Conker: From Feb 1957.SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE star in a thrilling pursuit of a mysterious nose assailant!

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Stand by for a thrilling pursuit of a mysterious nose assailant!

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Jack Train

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1957.

Milligan, Sellers and Secombe's thrilling pursuit of a mysterious nose assailant.

: From Feb 1957. Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe star in a thrilling pursuit of a mysterious nose assailant!

A mysterious nose assailant must be caught. Stars Spike Milligan.

A mysterious nose assailant must be caught. Stars Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe. From February 1957.

The Mysterious Punch-up-the Conker: From Feb 1957. Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe star in a thrilling pursuit of a mysterious nose assailant!

Neddie Seagoon tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. Stars Harry Secombe.

Neddie tries to set fire to the Enlish Channel to claim the insurance.

He couldn't possibly get away with, could he?

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Jack Train

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1957.

Neddie Seagoon tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From February 1957.

Neddie tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. First heard in February 1957.

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Neddie tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. He couldn't possibly get away with, could he? From 1957.

Neddie tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. Can he get away with it? First heard in February 1957.

Insurance, The White Man's Burden: Neddie tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. Can he get away with it? First heard in February 1957.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

Jack Train

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1957.

Neddie Seagoon tries to set fire to the English Channel to claim the insurance. Stars Harry Secombe. From February 1957.

Neddie Seagoon is sent to capture the German general who commands the island of Crete. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1957.

Neddie heads for Crete to capture a German General in this classic episode from March 1957.

Guffaws with the Goons, Spike Milligan, Peter Sellars and Harry Secombe, in this classic episode from 1957.

Neddie heads for Crete to capture a German General in this classic episode from March 1957

Guffaws with the Goons - SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE in this classic episode from March 1957.

Neddie Seagoon is sent to capture the German general who commands the island of Crete.

Neddie Seagoon is sent to capture the German general who commands the island of Crete. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1957.

Guffaws with the Goons, SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLARS and HARRY SECOMBE, in this classic episode from 1957.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1957.

The Romans hit Britain, but Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are off to Rome's Colosseum. Stars Spike Milligan. From March 1957.

The Romans hit Britain - but Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are off to Rome's Colosseum. Stars Spike Milligan. From March 1957.

It's The Romans in Britain, Goon-style. Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are top of the bill at the Colosseum. From March 1957.

It's The Romans In Britain, Goon-style.

It's The Romans In Britain, Goon-style, and Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are top of the bill at the Colosseum.

From March 1957.

The Romans hit Britain - but Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are off to Rome's Colosseum. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1957.

The Romans hit Britain, but Neddie Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are off to the Colosseum in Rome!.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1957..

The Romans hit Britain, but Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are off to Rome's Colosseum.

It's The Romans In Britain, Goon-style, and Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are top of the bill at the Colosseum. From March '57.

It's The Romans in Britain, Goon-style. Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are top of the bill at the Colosseum. From March 1957.

The Romans hit Britain, but Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are off to Rome's Colosseum. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1957.

The Romans hit Britain, but Neddie Seagoon, Eccles and Bluebottle are off to the Colosseum in Rome! .

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN.

A dry dock in Chatham is the unlikely setting for the mixing of a giant Christmas pudding.

Richard Dimbleby explains all as he joins SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS in this episode first broadcast on the BBC General Overseas Service in 1956 and on Radio 4 in 1986.

In light of a festive pudding shortage for forces overseas, Neddie Seagoon takes action. Soon Richard Dimbleby is reporting on the giant Christmas pudding being mixed at dry dock in Chatham.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Pat Dixon

Made for the BBC General Overseas Service and first broadcast to troops in 1956.

First UK broadcast was Christmas Day 1986 on BBC Radio 4.

With SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. Written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

This programmes was made for BBC General Overseas Service and broadcast as a Christmas Special for troops in 1956. It did not gain a UK broadcast until 25/12/1986 on BBC Radio 4.

With a festive pudding shortage for forces overseas, Neddie Seagoon takes action. Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN.

A dry dock in Chatham is the unlikely setting for the mixing of a giant Christmas pudding.

Richard Dimbleby explains all as he joins SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS in this episode first broadcast on the BBC General Overseas Service in 1956 and on Radio 4 in 1986.

In light of a festive pudding shortage for forces overseas, Neddie Seagoon takes action. Soon Richard Dimbleby is reporting on the giant Christmas pudding being mixed at dry dock in Chatham.

With SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. Written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

This programmes was made for BBC General Overseas Service and broadcast as a Christmas Special for troops in 1956. It did not gain a UK broadcast until 25/12/1986 on BBC Radio 4.

With a festive pudding shortage for forces overseas, Neddie Seagoon takes action. Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN.

It's ye SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and WALLACE GREENSLADE in ye olde worlde ROBIN HOOD.

Producer: Pat Dixon

Notes: With VALENTINE DYALL and Dennis Price.

Not broadcast in Britain.

From December 1956.

Recorded: 1957-08-11

Author: SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS

Producer: JACQUES BROWN

Notes: With VALENTINE DYALL.

Music pre-recorded, no audience.

From August 1957.

Secombe, Sellers and Milligan explain how Cleopatra's Needle came to be next to the Thames

Harry Secombe, Peter Sellers and Spike Milligan explain how Cleopatra's Needle came to be next to the Thames. From August 1957.

Recorded: 1957-08-11

Author: SPIKE MILLIGAN and Larry Stephens

Producer: Jacques Brown

Notes: With VALENTINE DYALL.

Music pre-recorded, no audience.

A certain brown terror awaits Dick Emery who's filling Harry Secombe's shoes, but not his trousers. From September 1957.

Dick Emery fills HARRY SECOMBE's shoes, but not his trousers, in this episode from September 1957.

Fresh to BBC 7.

A certain brown terror awaits Dick Emery, who is filling Harry Secombe's shoes, but not his trousers.

This a particularly bizarre episode with not only with Dick Emery in place of Harry Secombe but also the musical turns in reverse order. Sapristi!

With:

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1957.

A certain brown terror awaits Dick Emery, who is filling Harry Secombe's shoes.

A certain brown terror awaits Dick Emery, who is filling HARRY SECOMBE's shoes, but not his trousers. From September 1957.

Dick Emery fills HARRY SECOMBE's shoes, but not his trousers, in this episode from September 1957. Fresh to BBC 7.

Neddie combs the world for junk, hoping to corner the market and make a packet. Stars Harry Secombe. From October 1957.

Neddie is duped into cornering the world junk market.

Neddie is duped into cornering the world junk market. From October 1957. Fresh to BBC 7.

Surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

With Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1957.

With:

The British Embassy in Peking catches fire, so the Goons wrap up some water and send off a parcel.

From October 1957.

Peking's British Embassy catches fire, so fireman Seagoon posts off parcels of water.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

The British Embassy in Peking is on fire, so the Goons help by wrapping water up in a parcel and posting it there. From Oct 1957.

Neddie invents swimming, Grytpype invents the word 'help' and Bluebottle invents Tuesdays.

Neddie Seagoon ends up splashing about when he visits a German scientist.

Neddie Seagoon ends up splashing about when he visits a German scientist. From 1957.

Neddie Seagoon ends up splashing about when he visits a German scientist. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From October 1957.

Neddie invents swimming, Grytpype invents the word 'help' and Bluebottle invents Tuesdays. From October 1957.

Neddie inadvertently invents swimming and is determined to try it out in the Regent's Park Canal... First heard October 1957.

There's treasure in that thar Tower of LONDON, and the Goons are on its trail.

Nov 1957.

Neddy and Crun attempt to launch Min into space by strapping her to a rocket, but she gets stuck.

Neddy and Crun's attempts to launch Min into space are thwarted when she gets stuck up the chimney.

Neddy and Crun attempt to launch Min into space, but she gets stuck up the chimney.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From November 1957.

Neddy and Crun attempt to launch Min into space, but she gets stuck up the chimney. Stars Spike Milligan. From November 1957.

Neddy and Crun's attempts to launch Min into space are thwarted when she gets stuck up the chimney. From November 1957.

With:

Producer: CHARLES CHILTON

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1957.

Neddy and Crun attempt to launch Min into space by strapping her to a rocket, but she gets stuck. From November 1957.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

Producer: Roy Speer

Neddy and Crun attempt to launch Min into space by strapping her to a rocket but she gets stuck halfway up the chimney. Nov 1957.

Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE.

This programme was one of several locked in a BBC cupboard marked 'not for rebroadcast', as the subject matter has somewhat dated since 1957. Repeated as an 'historical curiosity' to celebrate 100 years since the birth of SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Beginning in May 1951 as 'Crazy People', The Goon Show ran for 10 series stretching the boundaries of radio comedy in new and influential directions concluding in January 1960.

Scripted by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

Producer: Roy Speers

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1957.

Neddie earns his stripes in a lesser-known skirmish of the Indian rebellion of 1857.

When Grytpype and Moriarty steal a battleship, you just know someone's going to fall in the water.

When HMS Boxer is stolen, you just know someone is going to fall in the water.

When HMS Boxer is stolen, you just know that someone's going to fall in the water.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

With:

Producer: Roy Speer

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1957.

When HMS Boxer is stolen, you just know someone's going to fall in the water. Stars Peter Sellers. From November 1957.

When Grytpype and Moriarty steal a battleship, you just know someone's going to fall in the water. Fresh to BBC 7. From 1957.

Neddie Seagoon loses at roulette, so heads off in search of legendary African riches.

Neddie Seagoon loses at roulette, so heads off in search of legendary African riches. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1957.

Ground breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

With:

Producer: CHARLES CHILTON

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1957.

More classic Goonery from Messrs Secombe, Milligan and Sellers in this show from December 1957.

Seagoon loses the lot at roulette and heads off in search of legendary African riches. From December 1957.

Seagoon loses the lot at roulette and heads off in search of legendary African riches. Stars Spike Milligan. From December 1957.

Revolutionary leader Neddie is duped into buying worthless weapons. From December 1957 and fresh to BBC 7.

Ground breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

With:

Producer: Roy Speer

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1957.

Neddie assumes the role of a 6,000 year-old man in order to resurrect his music career. From December 1957 and fresh to BBC 7.

Neddie Seagoon poses as a 6,000-year-old man to resurrect his rock 'n' roll career. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1957.

Ground breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by SPIKE MILLIGAN and LARRY STEPHENS.

With:

Producer: CHARLES CHILTON

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1957.

Sound familiar?

Neddie Seagoon is dispatched to destroy a bridge built by British prisoners of war.

Neddie Seagoon is dispatched to destroy a bridge built by British prisoners of war. Stars Peter Sellers. From December 1957.

Seagoon is dispatched to destroy a bridge built by British PoWs. Sound familiar?

From December 1957 and fresh to BBC 7.

Ground breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan and Larry Stephens.

With:

Producer: Tom Ronald

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1957.

Seagoon is dispatched to destroy a bridge built by British PoWs. Sound familiar? From December 1957 and fresh to BBC 7.

Ace investigator Neddie Seagoon must solve a crime - and the link to Moriarty's sock.

Ace investigator Neddie Seagoon must solve a crime - and the link to Moriarty's sock. Stars Spike Milligan. From January 1958.

Ace investigator Neddie Seagoon must solve a crime, and the link to Moriarty's sock. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1958.

George Chisholm

Producer: Pat Dixon

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1958.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS.

From January 1958.

Inspector Neddie Seagoon turns sleuth and meets a creepy undertaker. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From January 1958.

With SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE. First broadcast in January 1958.

Neddie Seagoon turns sleuth and meets a creepy undertaker. PETER SELLERS, SPIKE MILLIGAN and HARRY SECOMBE star. From 1958.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy.

George Chisholm

Written by Spike Milligan, Larry Stephens and Maurice Wiltshire.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1958.

The million pound race is on to be the first to play the bagpipes at the South Pole. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From January 1958.

Knockabout antics with bagpipes in the South Pole.

Knockabout antics with bagpipes in the South Pole from SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. From 1958.

The million-pound race is on to be the first to play the bagpipes at the South Pole. Stars HARRY SECOMBE. From January 1958.

George Chisholm

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1958.

Fearless Neddie launches a career as a nude piano dancer... with a difference.

Fearless Neddie launches a career as a nude piano dancer with a difference. Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN. From February 1958.

With SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE. First broadcast in February 1958.

Fearless Neddie launches a career as a nude piano dancer - with a difference. Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Fearless Neddie launches a career as a nude piano dancer... with a difference. Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN. From February 1958.

Fearless Neddie launches a career as a nude piano dancer - with a difference. Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN. From February 1958.

Fearless Neddie Seagoon launches a career as a nude piano dancer with a difference

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Larry Stephens and Maurice Wiltshire.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1958.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1958.

Neddie Seagoon attempts to auction the equator, from a raft.

Neddie Seagoon attempts to auction the equator, from a raft. With SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. From February 1958.

Neddie Seagoon attempts to auction the equator - from a raft. With SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. From 1958.

Neddie Seagoon attempts to auction the equator from a raft. With SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Neddie Seagoon attempts to auction the equator from a raft. With SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. From February 1958.

Producer: Pat Dixon.

A suspected German spy is caught waiting for a submarine.

Producer: CHARLES CHILTON.

The Brits must trick the enemy.

The 1958 remake of the 1956 spoof of the war film based on the 1953 book.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

The Brits must trick the enemy. The 1958 remake of the 1956 spoof of the war film based on the 1953 book. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

The Brits must trick the enemy. A 1958 remake of the 1956 spoof of the war film based on the 1953 book.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1958.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1958.

England and France are at war. Eccles is at lunch. With SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. From February 1958.

Britain is gripped by a strange epidemic, leaving a path of bare knees in its wake.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1958.

Britain is gripped by a strange epidemic - leaving a path of bare knees in its wake. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1958.

The Spon Plague has hit Britain, leaving a path of bare knees in its wake. It's up to the Goons to find a cure. From March 1958.

Britain's gripped by a strange epidemic - leaving a path of bare knees in its wake. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1958.

Britain's gripped by a strange epidemic, leaving a path of bare knees in its wake. From March 1958.

After defeat at the hands of Cambridge, Neddie Seagoon seeks his gameful revenge.

After defeat at the hands of Cambridge, Neddie Seagoon seeks his gameful revenge. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1958.

Neddie sets out to wreak his revenge, following a defeat at the hands of Cambridge. From March 1958 and fresh to Radio 7.

Neddie sets out to wreak his revenge following a defeat at the hands of Cambridge. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From March 1958.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1958.

After defeat at the hands of Cambridge, Neddie Seagoon seeks his gameful revenge. Stars Spike Milligan. From March 1958.

Neddie sets out to wreak his revenge following a defeat at the hands of Cambridge. Stars Spike Milligan. From March 1958.

Special guest star AE Matthews

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1958.

Neddie is called in to oversee the decoration of a council lamppost.

Neddie is called in to oversee the decoration of a council lamp-post.

Neddie is called in to oversee the decoration of a council lamppost. With special guest star AE Matthews.

Neddie is called in to oversee the decoration of a council lamppost. With special guest star AE Matthews. From March 1958.

Neddie is called in to oversee the decoration of a council lamp-post. With special guest star AE Matthews. From March 1958.

With special guest star AE Matthews.

What is Eccles doing with a cement sack and an imaginary piano? Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN.

What is Eccles doing with a cement sack and an imaginary piano? First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1958.

But who (or what) is Eccles?

German fighter planes have been ordered to shoot down all planes carrying General Montgomery.

With German planes targeting General Montgomery, Major Bloodnok takes action.

The British hatch a cunning plan to confuse the Germans. But who (or what) is Eccles?

German fighter planes have been ordered to shoot down all planes carrying General Montgomery. From October 1958.

The British hatch a cunning plan to confuse the Germans. But who (or what) is Eccles? Stars PETER SELLERS. From November 1958.

With German planes targeting General Montgomery, Major Bloodnok takes action. From 1958.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1958.

From November 1958.

Special Two For One Offer! The Jellysock Murderer and The Million Pound Penny in one show.

Hurry! Hurry! Only While Seagoons Last!

The sock jelly murderer has been caught and there's a wind blowing across the Kenneth Moor.

The Sockjelly Murder and the story of Ned The Miser! With PETER SELLERS. From Nov 1958.

Two tales for the price of one - The Sockjelly Murder and the story of Ned The Miser! With PETER SELLERS. From November 1958.

Special Two For One Offer! The Jellysock Murderer and The Million Pound Penny in one show. Hurry! Hurry! Only While Seagoons Last!

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1958.

The sock jelly murderer has been caught and there's a wind blowing across the Kenneth Moor. From November 1958.

But Neddy is more interested in what's on the other side of the Thames.

Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne set about trying to drown Neddy Seagoon - for money.

Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne set about trying to drown Neddy Seagoon - for money. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From November 1958.

Classic tom-goonery from November 1958, with PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Moriarty and Thynne try to drown Seagoon. But Neddy is more interested in what's on the other side of the Thames.

From 1958.

A lovingly restored classic.

The Pam 's Paper Insurance Policy starring PETER SELLERS , HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN , with RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY.

Music 0y WALLY STOTT

Restoration by Ted Kendall

Producer John Browell.

Stereo (First broadcast in 1958)

A lovingly restored classic. starring PETER SELLERS , HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN , with RAY ELLINGTON and MAX GELDRAY.

Producer John Browell. Stereo (First broadcast in 1958)

Moriarty and Thynne try to drown Seagoon. But Neddy is more interested in what's on the other side of the Thames. From 1958.

Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne set about trying to drown Neddy Seagoon - for money. Stars Spike Milligan. From November 1958.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1958.

Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne set about trying to drown Neddy Seagoon - for money.

BBC Programme Number: 92LD6317

First broadcast on 1992-11-02

Recorded on 1992-09-09

Producer: D. MAGGS

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A lovingly restored classic. The Pam 's Paper Insurance Policy starring Peter Sellers , Harry Secombe and Spike Milligan , with Ray Ellington and Max Geldray.

Music 0y Wally Stott

Restoration by Ted Kendall

Producer John Browell. Stereo (First broadcast in 1958)

Eccles and Neddie Seagoon set out to scoff Everest, with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty in pursuit...

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1958.

Eccles and Ned set out to scoff Everest, with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty in pursuit.

Eccles and Ned set out to scoff Everest, with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty in pursuit. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1958.

Eccles and Ned set out to eat Mount Everest with Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty in hot pursuit. First heard in December 1958.

A tale of the French Revolution and LEONARDO DA VINCI's five pounds. First heard in December 1958.

A tale of the French Revolution and LEONARDO DA VINCI's five pounds. First heard December 1958.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1958.

Neddy goes in search of Excalibur and ends up 'in the drink'. From December 1958.

More surreal comedy from the Goons as Neddy goes in search of Excalibur and ends up 'in the drink'. First heard in December 1958.

Neddy goes in search of Excalibur and ends up 'in the drink'. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From December 1958.

More surreal comedy from the Goons as Neddy goes in search of Excalibur and ends up in the drink. First heard December 1958.

Neddy goes in search of Excalibur and ends up 'in the drink'. From December 1958.

Neddy goes in search of Excalibur and ends up 'in the drink'. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From December 1958.

From December 1958.

Min and Henry Crun have piano problems in this, the sweeping saga that is the Seagoon Memoirs.

Driving a piano on the Great North Road, Neddie must seek Bloodnok's assistance.

From 1958

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Driving a piano on the Great North Road, Neddie Seagoon must seek the assistance of Bloodnok.

Groundbreaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Larry Stephens and Maurice Wiltshire.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1958.

Driving a piano on the Great North Road, Neddie must seek Bloodnok's assistance. From 1958

Driving a piano on the Great North Road, Neddie must seek Bloodnok's assistance. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1958.

Min and Henry Crun have piano problems. From December 1958.

Min is counting raindrops and wondering where elephants hide.

From December 1958.

Min is counting rain drops, but why is everyone so wet? Is royalty to blame? From 1958.

Min is counting rain drops, but why is everyone so wet? Is royalty to blame? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Min is counting raindrops, but why is everyone so wet? Is royalty to blame?

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1958.

Min is counting rain drops, but why is everyone so wet? Is royalty to blame? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1958.

It's the year 1880. Min is counting raindrops and wondering where elephants hide. From December 1958.

It's the year 1880. Min is counting rain drops and wondering where elephants hide. From December 1958.

Another comedy classic with SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS. Queen Anne's Rain. From December 1958.

Things aren't going well in The South African War - it's time to send in the cutlery.

Things aren't going well in The South African War. Time to send in the cutlery.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1958.

The British mount a South African attack, but something is lacking. From December 1958.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1958.

Things aren't going well in The South African War - it's time to send in the cutlery. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1958.

From January 1959

Stars HARRY SECOMBE.

Number 10 is keen to secure a nuclear-free rubbish capability, but so is the Kremlin...

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1959

Downing Street is keen on atom-free rubbish in case of radiation, but so are the Russians.

From January 1959.

The Prime Minister and the Russians are interested in atom-free garbage. From January 1959

Downing Street is keen on atom-free rubbish in case of radiation, but so are the Russians. Stars Harry Secombe. From January 1959.

From January 1959

Stars HARRY SECOMBE.

Cowardly Captain Neddie Seagoon goes to war.

With Peter Sellers away, Graham Stark and Kenneth Connor are enlisted.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1959

Cowardly Captain Seagoon is at war.

With Peter Sellers on leave, Graham Stark is enlisted.

From January 1959.

With PETER SELLERS on leave, GRAHAM STARK's enlisted

Cowardly Captain Seagoon is at war. With Peter Sellers on leave, Graham Stark is enlisted.

Cowardly Captain Seagoon goes to war. With Peter Sellers on leave, Graham Stark and Kenneth Connor are enlisted. From January 1959.

Cowardly Captain Seagoon goes to war. With Peter Sellers on leave, Graham Stark's enlisted

Bluebottle plays Marshal Dillon (until his Mum comes to get him).

From 1959.

Bluebottle is a cowboy in this classic episode starring PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From January 1959.

Moriarty and Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians in this cowboy caper.

With PETER SELLERS.

Count Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians in a cowboy caper.

Count Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians in a cowboy caper. Stars PETER SELLERS. From January 1959.

Moriarty and Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians. Bluebottle plays Marshal Dillon (until his Mum comes to get him). From 1959.

Moriarty and Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians in this cowboy caper. From January 1959

Bluebottle is a cowboy in this classic episode starring Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe and Spike Milligan. From January 1959.

Bluebottle plays Marshal Dillon (until his Mum comes to get him).

From 1959.

Bluebottle is a cowboy in this classic episode starring PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From January 1959.

Moriarty and Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians in this cowboy caper.

With PETER SELLERS.

Count Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians in a cowboy caper.

Count Moriarty and Grytpype-Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians in a cowboy caper. Stars PETER SELLERS. From January 1959.

Bluebottle is a cowboy in this classic episode starring PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1959.

Moriarty and Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians. Bluebottle plays Marshal Dillon (until his Mum comes to get him). From 1959.

Moriarty and Thynne sell saxophones to the Indians in this cowboy caper. From January 1959

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1959

`Dishonoured Again'.

Starring PETER SELLERS, HARRY SECOMBE and SPIKE MILLIGAN.

With the RAY ELLINGTON Quartet, MAX GELDRAY and the Wally Stott Orchestra.

Announcer WALLACE GREENSLADE.

First broadcast in January 1959.

Classic comedy.

Young Ned, driven to distraction by the humdrum life at the bank, absconds with the loot.

From January 1959.

Neddie Seagoon gets a bank job, but is it wise to put him in charge of the gold vault? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Neddie Seagoon gets a bank job, but is it wise to put him in charge of the gold vault? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1959.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1959

Professor Ned Quatermass unravels a mystery around some enigmatic blue serge suits.

From February 1959.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

On Scotland's crab-ridden shores, Neddie Seagoon is bridging a gap.

On Scotland's crab-ridden shores, Neddie Seagoon is bridging a gap. From February 1959.

On Scotland's crab-ridden shores, Neddie Seagoon is bridging a gap. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From February 1959.

On Scotland's crab-ridden shores, Neddie Seagoon's bridging a gap. From February 1959.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1959.

Ned Seagoon goes overseas to pursue some stolen booty, but can Bloodnok be far behind?

Ned Seagoon goes overseas to pursue some stolen booty, but can Bloodnok be far behind? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From February 1959.

Ned Seagoon goes overseas to pursue some stolen booty, but can Bloodnok be far behind? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From February 1959.

Seagoon goes overseas to pursue stolen gold plates. Can Bloodnok be far behind? From February 1959.

Neddie Seagoon goes overseas to pursue some stolen booty, but can Bloodnok be far behind?

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1959.

Ned Seagoon goes overseas to pursue some stolen booty, but can Bloodnok be far behind?

Ned Seagoon goes overseas to pursue some stolen booty, but can Bloodnok be far behind? Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From February 1959.

KENNETH CONNOR stands in for HARRY SECOMBE.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1959.

Neddie Seagoon picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs.

Kenneth Connor stands in for Harry Secombe, as Neddie Seagoon picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs. From 1959.

KENNETH CONNOR takes HARRY SECOMBE's place as Ned picks up a lavish NHS prescription.

KENNETH CONNOR takes HARRY SECOMBE's place, as Ned picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs.

KENNETH CONNOR takes HARRY SECOMBE's place, as Ned picks up a lavish NHS prescription for his broken legs. From February 1959.

Milligan, Sellers and Secombe.

CHARLES DICKENS' Christmas tale takes a bashing from SPIKE MILLIGAN and co.

CHARLES DICKENS' Christmas tale takes a bashing from SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE.

CHARLES DICKENS's classic tale for Christmas but with several twists.

Jack Train

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1959.

CHARLES DICKENS's Christmas tale takes a bashing.

CHARLES DICKENS' Christmas tale takes a bashing from SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE. From December 1959.

A show from December 1959. The Dickens tale is retold the Goon way. With SPIKE MILLIGAN, HARRY SECOMBE and PETER SELLERS.

Charles Dickens's Christmas tale takes a bashing from Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe. From December 1959.

Charles Dickens's classic tale for Christmas - but with several twists...

It is 1942, and Neddie Seagoon must stop the Germans' secret weapon. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From December 1959.

It's 1942 and Neddie Seagoon must stop the Germans' secret weapon. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

It's 1942 and Neddie Seagoon must stop the Germans' secret weapon. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN and PETER SELLERS. From December 1959.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1959.

It is 1942, and Neddie Seagoon must stop the Germans' secret weapon.

It's 1942 and Neddie must stop the Germans' new secret weapon. From December 1959.

It's 1942 and Neddie must stop the Germans explosive sabotaging of the British army. Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN. From December 1959.

Ned Seagoon displays hidden talents.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN, PETER SELLERS and HARRY SECOMBE.

From January 1960.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

The penultimate show in the tenth series sees Ned displaying hidden talents.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1960.

Neddie Seagoon must plunder a sunken Spanish galleon. Stars Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe. From January 1960.

Neddie Seagoon must plunder a sunken Spanish galleon. Stars Spike Milligan.

Ned Seagoon displays hidden talents. From January 1960.

Ned displays hidden talents. From January 1960.

Ned Seagoon displays hidden talents.

End of the regular series.

With SPIKE MILLIGAN.

From January 1960.

Seagoon tries to give up smoking, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas.

Announced as The Last Of The Smoking Seagoons

Announced as 'The Last Of The Smoking Seagoons

Ned is quitting nicotine, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas.

Seagoon tries to give up smoking, but Gryptype-Thynne has other ideas. The last of the original recordings.

Ned is quitting nicotine, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas. End of the regular series.

Ned is quitting nicotine, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas. End of the regular series. With SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1960.

Ned's quitting nicotine, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas. From January 1960.

Ned's quitting nicotine, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas. End of the regular series. With SPIKE MILLIGAN. From January 1960.

Seagoon tries to give up smoking, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas. The last of the original recordings.

Neddie Seagoon is quitting nicotine, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas.

The final regular episode of the classic, long-running BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Ellis Powell

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1960.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Producer: Charles Chilton

Originally broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1954.

Adapted and re-recorded in October 1957 by the BBC Transcription Service for broadcast abroad.

First broadcast in the UK on BBC 7 in 2003.

Seagoon suffers from 'lust for gold' so organises an expedition into the desert.

Neddie Seagoon is suffering from 'lust for gold' so organises a desert expedition. Stars Peter Sellers. Re-recording from 1957.

Having failed his exams at Cambridge, young Neddy Seagoon is recommended for an Egyptology job at the British Museum.

Seagoon suffers a severe bout of 'lust for gold' and organises an expedition into the Egyptian desert.

From 1958.

Producer: Peter Eton.

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1954.

Re-recording from October 1957. by the BBC Transcription Service made for broadcast abroad.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1954.

Re-recording from October 1957 by the BBC Transcription Service made for broadcast overseas.

This is the debut broadcast in the UK on BBC Radio 4 Extra.

BBC Debut. Neddie wants to climb the world's highest mountain, but it's already been done. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1957.

Notes: Announced as 'The Missing Prime Minister of 1953'.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Producer: Roy Speer

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1954.

Re-recording from October 1957 by the BBC Transcription Service made for broadcast overseas.

This is the debut broadcast in the UK on BBC Radio 4 Extra.

BBC Debut. 10 Downing Street disappears! Can Inspector Seagoon and Eccles solve the case? Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1957.

Notes: With VALENTINE DYALL

To help defeat the 'Ruskies', Seagoon must find a huge leather cannon.

Stars SPIKE MILLIGAN.

Re-recording from October 1958.

Valentine Dyall

Producer: Roy Speer

The original show was first broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1954 with special guest Michael Bentine.

This is a re-recording from October 1958 with an edited script - made by the BBC Transcription Service for broadcast overseas.

First BBC broadcast on BBC Radio 7 in October 2009.

With the war going badly, Neddie is tasked with finding a huge leather cannon.

With the war going badly, Neddie must find a huge leather cannon. Stars Spike Milligan. Re-recording from October 1958.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Producer: Roy Speer

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1954.

Re-recording from December 1957 by the BBC Transcription Service made for broadcast overseas.

Neddie is on the trail of the notorious gang that leaves a unique calling card.

BBC Debut. Neddie trails the notorious gang with a unique calling card – a kippered herring. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1957.

This is the debut broadcast in the UK on BBC Radio 4 Extra.

From December 1957.

Spike Milligan

Vintage Goons is a series of re-recorded episodes made by the original cast for sale abroad. Scripts in the Vintage Goons are based on scripts from their 4th series, often with a certain amount of re-writing.

Producer: Roy Speer

First broadcast as The Case of the Vanishing Room on the BBC Home Service in February 1954

Re-recording from December 1957 by the BBC Transcription Service made for broadcast overseas.

First broadcast in the UK on BBC 7 in October 2003.

A murder mystery in Brodley-on-Cleat - and Paris. With Harry Secombe. From 1957.

Inspector Ned Seagoon investigates the very thorough murder of Lord Cretinby. Starring Spike Milligan. Re-recording from 1957.

In which Eccles shoots Bluebottle in Paris as he tries to arrest the corpse of Lord Cretinby.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Vintage Goons is a series of re-recorded episodes made by the original cast for sale overseas.

Producer: Roy Speer

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1954.

Re-recording from December 1957 by the BBC Transcription Service made for broadcast overseas.

First broadcast in the UK on BBC Radio 7 in 2008.

Sir Bernard Seagoon sets out to corner the world market for writing materials. Stars Harry Secombe. From December 1957.

Sir Bernard Seagoon sets out to corner the world market for writing materials. Stars Spike Milligan. From December 1957.

Notes: Announced as 'Hansard Unexpurgated'.

Sir Bernard Seagoon sets out to corner the world market for writing materials.

From December 1957.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Producer: Tom Ronald

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1954.

Re-recording from January 1958 by the BBC Transcription Service made for broadcast overseas.

First broadcast in the UK on BBC Radio 2 in 1994.

Neddie investigates the disappearance of mustard and cress across British Railways.

Neddie investigates the disappearance of mustard and cress across Britain's rail network. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1958.

Notes: Announced as 'The Collapse of the British Railway Sandwich System'.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in 1954.

Re-recording from February 1958 by the BBC Transcription Service made for broadcast overseas.

First broadcast in the UK on BBC Radio 4 in 1986.

In a dream, Neddie is urged to climb Mount Everest - from the inside.

In a dream, Neddie Seagoon is urged to climb Mount Everest – from the inside. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1958.

Notes: The nearest thing to an announcement is '...take the Case of Agent X2'.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Producer: Charles Chilton

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in April 1954.

Re-recording from October 1958 by the BBC Transcription Service made for broadcast overseas.

This is the debut broadcast in the UK on BBC Radio 4 Extra.

BBC Debut. By just answering the telephone Neddie becomes embroiled in a villainous plan. Stars Harry Secombe. Re-recording from 1958.

Notes: Announced first as 'Open Casebook' and later by the official title.

Henry Crun must face the music as a mad assailant threatens the Nation.

Henry Crun must face the music as a mad assailant threatens the Nation. Starring SPIKE MILLIGAN. Re-recording from March 1958.

People are being squashed by pianos and Seagoon of Scotland Yard investigates.

Henry Crun has to face the music as a mad assailant threatens the very fabric of the Nation.

Notes: The title given is that of the middle part of the show.

Henry Crun has to face the music as a mad assailant threatens the fabric of the Nation.

Producer: PETER ETON

Producer: Peter Eton

Notes: RAY ELLINGTON was pre-recorded.

Ground-breaking, surreal BBC radio comedy written by Spike Milligan.

Producer: Charles Chilton

The original version, ‘The First Albert Memorial on the Moon' [S4 E7] was broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1953. There is no known recording of this show.

This re-recording from March 1958 by the BBC Transcription Service was made for broadcast overseas.

First UK broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1958.

Neddie converts the famous London landmark into a spaceship. Stars Harry Secombe. From 1958.

Notes: Announced as 'The First Albert Memorial to the Moon'.