The Navy Lark

Classic comedy aboard HMS Troughtbridge. Number One's Chair. When Lt Price orders a chair via Stores, Pertwee's requisition swells to 1,500 chintz armchairs.

Troutbridge sails on escort duty, but Mr Phillips is assigned as the lone officer.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

From February 1960.

With romantic rivalry for Wren Chasen, Troutbridge's new mission goes with a bang. Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1963.

With romantic rivalry for Wren Chasen, Troutbridge's new mission goes with a bang.

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwes

LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub-Lieut.

Phillips STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray , the No. 1

Music for the series by Tommy Reilly and James Moody Announcer. ROBIN BOYLE

Written by Lawrie Wyman Produced by ALASTAIR SCOTT JOHNSTON

Last Friday's recorded broadcast

LESLIE PHILLIPS is in ' The Big Killing' at the Princes Theatre; Michael Bates is in ' Guilty Party' at St. Martin's Theatre, London

LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub. Lieut. Phillips

STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray, the No. 1

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston

Last Friday's recorded broadcast

LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub.-Lieut.

Phillips STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray , the No.

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray , the No.

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub. Lieut. Phillips

Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Troutbridge STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray, the No. 1

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty, Officer Pertwee LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub-Lieut. Phillips

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub-Lieut. Phillips

STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray, the No.

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Troutbridge STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray , the No. 1 JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub. -Lieut. Phillips

Written by Lawrle Wyman

Produced byAlastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Stars Leslie Phillips.

From February 1960.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

From February 1960.

Stephen Murray. Jon Pertwee A chronicle of events aboard hms Troutbridge

Written by LAWRIE WYMAN and involving RICHARD CALDICOT HEATHER CHASEN, TENNIEL EVANS MICHAEL BATES

Announcer MICHAEL DE MORGAN

Produced by ALASTAIR SCOTT JOHNSTON

Contributors

Unknown: Stephen Murray.

Unknown: Jon Pertwee

Unknown: Tenniel Evans

Unknown: Michael Bates

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Leslie Phillips as Sub. Lieut. Phillips

Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray, the No. 1

Jon Pertwee as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston

Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Troutbridge Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray, the No. 1

Jon Pertwee as Chief Petty, Officer Pertwee Leslie Phillips as Sub-Lieut. Phillips

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Jon Pertwee as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

Leslie Phillips as Sub-Lieut. Phillips

Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray, the No.

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Leslie Phillips as Sub.-Lieut.

Phillips Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray , the No.

Jon Pertwee as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Troutbridge Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray , the No. 1 Jon Pertwee as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee Leslie Phillips as Sub. -Lieut. Phillips

Written by Lawrle Wyman

Produced byAlastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray , the No.

Jon Pertwee as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee Leslie Phillips as Sub. Lieut. Phillips

Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Jon Pertwee as Chief Petty Officer Pertwes

Leslie Phillips as Sub-Lieut.

Phillips Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray , the No. 1

Music for the series by Tommy Reilly and James Moody Announcer. Robin Boyle

Written by Lawrie Wyman Produced by ALASTAIR SCOTT JOHNSTON

Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Leslie Phillips is in ' The Big Killing' at the Princes Theatre; Michael Bates is in ' Guilty Party' at St. Martin's Theatre, London

Stephen Murray. Jon Pertwee A chronicle of events aboard hms Troutbridge

Written by LAWRIE WYMAN and involving RICHARD CALDICOT HEATHER CHASEN, TENNIEL EVANS MICHAEL BATES

Announcer MICHAEL DE MORGAN

Produced by ALASTAIR SCOTT JOHNSTON

Contributors

Unknown: Stephen Murray.

Unknown: Jon Pertwee

Unknown: Tenniel Evans

Unknown: Michael Bates

Jon Pertwee , Leslie Phillips A chronicle of events aboard hms Troutbridge

Written by LAWRIE WYMAN

Contributors

Unknown: Jon Pertwee

Unknown: Leslie Phillips

Next in series: 26 December 1990

Previous in series: 11 January 1976

Description

Classic radio comedy set aboard HMS Troughtbridge starring Stephen MURRAY, Jon PERTWEE, Leslie PHILLIPS, Michael BATES, Richard CALDICOT, Heather CHASEN, Ronnie BARKER and Tenniel EVANS. Written by Lawrie WYMAN.

Subject Categories

situation comedy programmes (genre)

Broadcast history

16 Apr 1990 12:03-12:30 (RADIO 2)

Contributors

Ronnie Barker (Actor)

Jon Pertwee (Actor)

Leslie Phillips (Actor)

Stephen Murray (Actor)

Michael Bates (Actor)

Tenniel Evans (Actor)

Richard Caldicot (Actor)

Heather Chasen (Actor)

Lawrie Wyman (Author)

Sarah Smith (Producer)

Alistair Johnson (Producer)

Recorded on 1990-04-06

Previous in series: 16 April 1990

Description

Classic radio comedy set aboard HMS Troughtbridge. Chaos ensues when Sub Lieutenant Phillips, CPO Pertwee and Commander Murray are asked to retrieve an exploded warhead as part of a NATO operation. Starring Leslie PHILLIPS.

Subject Categories

situation comedy programmes (genre)

Broadcast history

26 Dec 1990 13:30-14:00 (RADIO 2)

Contributors

Jon Pertwee (Actor)

Leslie Phillips (Actor)

Stephen Murray (Actor)

Michael Bates (Actor)

Tenniel Evans (Actor)

Richard Caldicot (Actor)

Heather Chasen (Actor)

George Evans (Author)

Lawrie Wyman (Author)

Paul Schlesinger (Producer)

Alistair Johnson (Producer)

Recorded on 1990-12-10

Troutbridge sails on escort duty, but Mr Phillips is assigned as the lone officer. Stars Leslie Phillips. From February 1960.

The ex-shipmates are all at sea, when they discover their brief television careers are over. Stars JON PERTWEE. From March 1963.

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It's Troutbridge's 25th, and Pertwee plans some special commemorative gifts.

The crew discover HMS Troutbridge has been afloat for 25 years, so Pertwee plans some special commemorative gifts...

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, RONNIE BARKER as Commander Bell, TENNIEL EVANS as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1967.

It's Troutbridge's 25th, and Pertwee plans some special commemorative gifts. With Richard Caldicot. From September 1967.

Can the inept crew discover where the rest of the fleet has gone?

Can the inept crew of HMS Troutbridge discover where the rest of the fleet has gone?

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, RONNIE BARKER as Commander Bell, TENNIEL EVANS as Uncle and Michael Bates as the Sea Lord.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

Can the inept crew discover where the rest of the fleet has gone? Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS and BILL PERTWEE. From July 1967.

The day proves unlucky for the superstitious crew of HMS Troutbridge. Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From June 1972.

Troutbridge needs a facelift preparation for the arrival of a new senior Wren.

HMS Troutbridge needs a facelift preparation for the arrival of a new senior WREN.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Second Officer McCluty, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Tenniel Evans as Uncle and Michael Bates as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1967.

Troutbridge needs a facelift preparation for the arrival of a new senior Wren. Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS. From September 1967.

Recollections of the classic comedy. Including Operation Fag End and The Hank of Heather.

Leslie Phillips recalls the classic comedy. Featuring episodes Operation Fag End, The Hank of Heather, The Lighthouse Lark, Mr Phillips at Dartmouth, The Jubilee Navy Lark and more.

More irreverent humour from the motley crew of HMS Troutbridge. From April 1972. BD=20040212 Duration=30

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Sir Jeremy has to deal with his decidedly undiplomatic nephew. Stars Derek Francis and Frank Thornton. From March 1967.

Troutbridge TV's new Deputy Controller, Henry Povey soon spots some familiar faces.

Navy Lark spinoff. Troutbridge TV's new Deputy Controller, Henry Povey soon spots some familiar faces. Stars Leslie Phillips. From January 1963.

Navy Lark spin-off. Fledgling channel Troutbridge TV stages a gala programme to boost its viewership. Stars Leslie Phillips. From February 1963.

Johnson goes on a drunken birthday spree, while Pertwee's delivery of smuggled wine doesn't go to plan. Episode 2 of 26.

Johnson gets a camera for this birthday and goes on a drunken spree, while Pertwee's delivery of smuggled wine doesn't go to plan!

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling doesn't go to plan.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling does not go to plan.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling does not go to plan. Stars Ronnie Barker. From October 1959.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling doesn't go to plan. Starring Ronnie Barker. From October 1959.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling doesn't go to plan. Stars Ronnie Barker. From October 1959.

Pertwee's in a pickle over Commander Shaw's inspection aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Commander Shaw, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as LS Goldstein/Uncle Sebastian.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Pertwee is in a pickle over Commander Shaw's inspection.

The very first episode of the long-running radio comedy, starring Dennis Price, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips.

The very first episode of the long-running radio comedy. With Dennis Price, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From March 1959.

Pertwee is in a pickle over Commander Shaw's inspection. Stars Dennis Price, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From March 1959.

The very first episode of the long-running radio comedy - starring Dennis Price, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. Episode 1 of 16.

The very first episode of the long-running radio comedy, starring Dennis Price, JON PERTWEE and LESLIE PHILLIPS.

All aboard HMS Troughtbridge for another nautical mishap.The very first episode of the long-running radio comedy, starring Dennis Price, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips.

Pertwee is in a pickle over Commander Shaw's inspection. Stars Dennis Price, JON PERTWEE and LESLIE PHILLIPS. From March 1959.

Pertwee's in a pickle over Commander Shaw's inspection aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Commander Shaw, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as LS Goldstein/Uncle Sebastian.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman.The very first episode of the long-running radio comedy, starring Dennis Price, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips.

The very first episode of the long-running radio comedy. With Dennis Price, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From March 1959.

The very first episode of the long-running radio comedy - starring Dennis Price, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. Episode 1 of 16.

With a top brass inspection due, 50,000 duty-free cigarettes are headed to the island!

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Pamela Buck as Joyce, Michael Bates as Commander Shaw, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as Squadron Leader Pertwee.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the Light Programme in April 1959.

As the top brass turn up, 50,000 duty-free cigarettes are on their way to the island.

As the top brass turn up for an inspection, 50,000 duty-free cigarettes are on their way to the island. First heard April 1959.

As the top brass turn up for an inspection, 50,000 duty-free cigarettes are on their way to the island. First heard April 1959. Episode 2 of 16.

As the top brass turn up for an inspection, 50,000 duty-free cigarettes are on their way to the island. Laughs from April 1959.

As the top brass turn up for an inspection, 50,000 duty-free cigarettes are on their way to the island. Stars Leslie Phillips. From April 1959.

CPO Pertwee's stores requisition spirals out of control.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Commander Shaw, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as the Warrant Officer Pertwee.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1959.

Pertwee's stores requisition spirals out of control. Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Dennis Price. From April 1959.

Ordering a new chair via Stores causes chaos afloat! Starring Dennis Price, Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From April 1959.

When Lt Price orders a new chair via Stores, Pertwee's requisition swells into 1,500 pale mauve chintz armchairs!

When Lt Price orders a chair via Stores, Pertwee's requisition swells to 1,500 chintz armchairs.

Classic comedy aboard HMS Troughtbridge. Number One's Chair. When Lt Price orders a chair via Stores, Pertwee's requisition swells to 1,500 chintz armchairs.

Devious Pertwee's plan to help a travelling fair is sunk when HMS Troutbridge must put to sea.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Commander Shaw, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as Communication Officer Prout.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1959.

Devious Pertwee's plan to help a travelling fair is sunk when Troutbridge must put to sea.

Devious Pertwee's plan to help a travelling fair is sunk when Troutbridge must put to sea. Stars Jon Pertwee. From April 1959.

CPO Pertwee's fairground plans are scuppered when his superiors organise a navy exercise at sea.

CPO Pertwee's plans are scuppered when his superiors organise an exercise at sea.

CPO Pertwee's plans are scuppered when his superiors organise a navy exercise at sea.

Pertwee's fairground plans are scuppered when his superiors organise an exercise at sea. First heard in 1959. Episode 4 of 16.

Captain Povey is auditing the unit accounts, and there is a big surprise for Heather.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Commander Shaw, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as Goldstein.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1959.

Captain Povey is auditing the unit accounts, so excess cash is secretly spent on Heather.

Captain Povey is auditing the unit accounts, so excess cash is secretly spent on Heather. Stars Jon Pertwee. From April 1959.

All aboard HMS Troughtbridge for another nautical mishap. First broadcast April 1959.

Commander Povey has to audit the unit accounts, so the excess in the Comfort Fund must be disposed of on Heather's birthday!

Classic comedy aboard HMS Troughtbridge. Povey must audit the unit accounts, so the excess in the Comfort Fund must be disposed of. From 1959.

Classic comedy aboard HMS Troughtbridge. Povey has to audit the unit accounts, so the excess in the Comfort Fund must be disposed of. From 1959.

Povey's auditing the unit accounts, and the excess Comfort Fund has to be disposed of! Starring Jon Pertwee. From April 1959.

HMS Troutbridge runs aground on a naval exercise, landing Phillips in hot water

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Commander Shaw, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as Ebenezer Pertwee.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1959.

HMS Troutbridge runs aground on a naval exercise, landing Phillips in hot water. Stars Leslie Phillips. From May 1959.

Classic comedy aboard HMS Troughtbridge. Phillips is appointed navigation officer, but a short cut inlet is not as wide as he remembers.

Phillips is appointed navigator for a fleet exercise, but a short cut inlet is not as wide as he remembers! From May 1959.

All aboard HMS Troughtbridge for another nautical mishap.

Phillips is appointed navigation officer for a fleet exercise, but a short cut inlet is not as wide as he remembers!

Pertwee's relative has a Portsmouth posting - so can the Chief ensure luxury accommodation?

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Commander Shaw, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1959.

Pertwee's relative has a Portsmouth posting. Can the Chief ensure luxury accommodation?

Pertwee's relative has a Portsmouth posting. Can the Chief ensure luxury accommodation? Stars Jon Pertwee. From May 1959.

A relative of Pertwee's is being posted to Portsmouth and it's up to the Chief to ensure they've got luxury accommodation!

Classic comedy. A relative of Pertwee's is being posted to Portsmouth and it's up to the chief to ensure they've got luxury accommodation.

Pertwee's relative has a Portsmouth posting - so can the Chief ensure luxury accommodation? Stars Jon Pertwee. From May 1959.

A relative of Pertwee is being posted to Portsmouth and it's up to the Chief to ensure they have luxury accommodation. From May 1959.

HMS Troutbridge launches an anti-invasion exercise for the visit of Heather's old flame.

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS.

An anti-invasion exercise is launched at the news that one of Heather's old boyfriends is coming to visit.

An anti-invasion exercise is launched for the visit of one of Heather's old boyfriends.

Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS.

Number One and Mr Phillips join forces when they hear that one of Heather's old boyfriends is coming to visit. From May 1959.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Hank, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as Uncle Sebastian Pertwee.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1959.

HMS Troutbridge launches an anti-invasion exercise for the visit of Heather's old flame. Stars Leslie Phillips. From May 1959.

An anti-invasion exercise is launched for the visit of one of Heather's old boyfriends. Starring Leslie Phillips. From May 1959.

An anti-invasion exercise is launched at the news that one of Heather's old boyfriends is visiting.

Producer Alastair Scott Johnston.

A drunken night out sparks chaos, when an old mine, used as a collection box, is set adrift.

Stars JON PERTWEE.

A drunken night in Portsmouth causes chaos when a collection box made from an old mine is set adrift.

A drunken night out causes chaos when a collection box made from an old mine is set adrift.

With JON PERTWEE.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Michael Bates as Ginger and Tenniel Evans as Willy.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1959.

A drunken night out sparks chaos when an old mine used as a collection box is set adrift. Stars Jon Pertwee. From May 1959.

Nautical mayhem aboard the HMS Troutbridge. A drunken night causes chaos when a collection box made from an old mine is set adrift.

A drunken night out causes chaos when a collection box made from an old mine is set adrift. With Jon Pertwee. From May 1959.

Povey decides that the island is an ideal spot to try a prototype - on Pertwee's birthday.

Commander Povey decides the island is an ideal spot to try a prototype - on Pertwee's birthday.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Michael Bates as the Professor and Tenniel Evans as Taffy.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1959.

Povey decides that the island is an ideal spot to try a prototype - on Pertwee's birthday. Stars Dennis Price. From May 1959.

Commander Povey decides that the Island is an excellent place to test a new gun firing mechanism - on Pertwee's birthday.

Povey decides that the Island is an ideal spot to test a new gun firing mechanism, on Pertwee's birthday.

Povey decides that the Island is an ideal spot to test a new gun firing mechanism, on Pertwee's birthday. From May 1959.

When HMS Troutbridge escorts the Admiral to a regatta, Pertwee sees a chance to cash in.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Michael Bates as Ginger and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1959.

When HMS Troutbridge escorts the admiral to a regatta, Pertwee sees a chance to cash in. Stars Leslie Phillips. From June 1959.

HMS Troutbridge escorts the Admiral to a regatta, while CPO Pertwee sees a chance to cash in by collecting the gash rum.

HMS Troutbridge escorts the Admiral to a regatta, while Pertwee sees a chance to cash in.

HMS Troutbridge escorts the Admiral to a regatta, while Pertwee sees a chance to cash in. Stars Leslie Phillips. From June 1959.

Captain Povey and the crew are called to the Admiralty - but devious Pertwee has a plan.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Michael Bates as Hector Pertwee and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1959.

Captain Povey and the crew are called to the Admiralty, but devious Pertwee has got a plan

Captain Povey and the crew are called to the Admiralty, but devious Pertwee has got a plan. Stars Jon Pertwee. From June 1959.

Povey and the Island Detachment are called to the Admiralty to take some tests, but things don't go to plan. Episode 12 of 16.

Captain Povey and the crew are called to the Admiralty but devious Pertwee's got a plan.

Povey and the Island Detachment are called to the Admiralty to take some tests, but things don't go to plan, thanks to Pertwee.

When the Island Detachment are called to take some tests, the journey doesn't go to plan - thanks to Pertwee.

When the Island Detachment are called to take some tests, the journey doesn't go to plan - thanks to Pertwee. From June 1959.

Captain Povey and the crew are called to the Admiralty but devious Pertwee's got a plan. Stars Jon Pertwee. From June 1959.

Povey and the Island Detachment are called to the Admiralty to take some tests, but things don't go to plan, thanks to Pertwee. Episode 12 of 16.

Pertwee and Johnson's attempts to use their initiative ends in disaster

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Gaston and Tenniel Evans as Henri.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1959.

Pertwee and Johnson's attempts to use their initiative ends in disaster. From June 1959.

Pertwee and Johnson's attempts to use their initiative ends in disaster. Stars Jon Pertwee and Ronnie Barker. From June 1959.

Number One selects Pertwee and Johnson to undertake an Initiative Leadership Test - with disastrous results.

Pertwee and Johnson are tested on their initiative, with disastrous results! Stars Jon Pertwee and Ronnie Barker. From June 1959.

Number One selects Pertwee and Johnson to undertake an Initiative Leadership Test - with disastrous results. Episode 13 of 16.

HMS Troutbridge's chance of movie stardom is jeopardised, thanks to the navigational skills of Sub-Lieutenant Phillips!

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Antony J Antony and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1959.

Troutbridge's chance of movie stardom is jeopardised by Phillips' navigational skills.

Troutbridge's chance of movie stardom is jeopardised by Phillips' navigational skills. Stars Leslie Phillips. From June 1959.

Troutbridge is taking part in a movie, but Mr Phillips' navigational skills put their chances of stardom in jeopardy.

Troutbridge's chance of film stardom is jeopardised by Phillips' navigational skills. Stars Leslie Phillips. From June 1959.

Troutbridge is taking part in a movie, but Mr Phillips' navigational skills put their chances of stardom in jeopardy. Episode 14 of 16.

Heather gets a Wren stand-in and Pertwee's nervous over duty-free booze.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Judith, Michael Bates as Ginger and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1959.

Heather gets a wren stand-in and Pertwee is nervous over duty-free booze.

Heather gets a wren stand-in and Pertwee is nervous over duty-free booze. Stars Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From July 1959.

A new Wren takes over while Heather's on leave and Pertwee gets nervous when his duty-free booze supply is discovered.

A new Wren stands-in for Heather and Pertwee's nervous about the duty-free booze. Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS. From July 1959.

Heather gets a wren stand-in and Pertwee's nervous over duty-free booze. Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS and JON PERTWEE. From July 1959.

A new Wren takes over while Heather's on leave and Pertwee gets nervous when his duty-free booze supply is discovered. Episode 15 of 16.

A day out for HMS Troutbridge lets Pertwee try to recover some dumped rum.

A day out for HMS Troutbridge lets Pertwee try to recover some dumped rum. Stars Jon Pertwee and Ronnie Barker. From July 1959.

While the crew are running tours of HMS Troutbridge for the public, scheming Pertwee tries to recover some dumped rum!

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as the Mayor and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1959.

A day for out HMS Troutbridge lets Pertwee try to recover some dumped rum.

A day for out HMS Troutbridge lets Pertwee try to recover some dumped rum. Stars Jon Pertwee and Ronnie Barker. From July 1959.

HMS Troutbridge's visit to Whittlesea presents Pertwee with a perfect opportunity to recover a dumped gallon of rum!

A day for out HMS Troutbridge lets Pertwee try to recover some dumped rum.

Stars JON PERTWEE and RONNIE BARKER.

A day for out HMS Troutbridge gives Pertwee the chance to recover some dumped rum.

A day out for HMS Troutbridge lets Pertwee try to recover some dumped rum.

A day out for HMS Troutbridge lets Pertwee try to recover some dumped rum. Stars JON PERTWEE and RONNIE BARKER. From July 1959.

While the crew are running tours of HMS Troutbridge for the public, scheming Pertwee tries to recover some dumped rum!

Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, Dennis Price as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, RONNIE BARKER as AS Johnson, HEATHER CHASEN as Heather, MICHAEL BATES as the Mayor and TENNIEL EVANS as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1959.

A day for out HMS Troutbridge lets Pertwee try to recover some dumped rum. Stars Jon Pertwee and Ronnie Barker. From July 1959.

A day for out HMS Troutbridge gives Pertwee the chance to recover some dumped rum. Starring Jon Pertwee. From July 1959.

A jetty's demolished as Pertwee and Phillips return from leave to meet the new number one, Lieutenant Murray.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as the Rating and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959.

A jetty is demolished as Pertwee and Phillips return from leave to meet Lieutenant Murray.

Pertwee and Phillips return from leave - demolishing a jetty and deciding how to tackle their new Lieutenant Murray.

A jetty is demolished as Pertwee and Phillips return from leave to meet Lieutenant Murray. Stars Jon Pertwee. From October 1959.

A jetty's demolished as Pertwee and Phillips return from leave, just in time to meet Lieutenant Murray. From October 1959.

CPO Pertwee and Mr Phillips return from leave, demolishing a jetty, only to find a new Number One.

Pertwee and Phillips return from leave - demolishing a jetty and deciding how to tackle their new Lieutenant Murray. Episode 1 of 26.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's attempts to smuggle wine doesn't go to plan.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Lt. Commander Bates and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling does not go to plan.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling doesn't go to plan.

Johnson goes on a drunken birthday spree, while Pertwee's delivery of smuggled wine doesn't go to plan.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling doesn't go to plan. Stars Ronnie Barker. From October 1959.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling does not go to plan. Stars Ronnie Barker. From October 1959.

Johnson has a boozy birthday, while Pertwee's wine smuggling doesn't go to plan. Starring Ronnie Barker. From October 1959.

Johnson gets a camera for this birthday and goes on a drunken spree, while Pertwee's delivery of smuggled wine doesn't go to plan!

Johnson goes on a drunken birthday spree, while Pertwee's delivery of smuggled wine doesn't go to plan. Episode 2 of 26.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and. Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

The Admiral's barge must be moved to Portsmouth, but Pertwee has a prior arrangement.The Admiral's barge must be moved to Portsmouth, but Pertwee has a prior arrangement.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Bracewell and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

The Admiral's barge needs to be transported from Falmouth to Portsmouth. But Pertwee has a prior arrangement. From October 1959.

The Admiral's barge must be moved to Portsmouth, but Pertwee has a prior arrangement. Stars Leslie Phillips. From October 1959.

The Admiral's barge needs transporting from Falmouth to Portsmouth, but Pertwee has a prior arrangement. From October 1959.

The Admiral's refitted private barge needs to be transported from Falmouth to Portsmouth, but Pertwee has a prior arrangement.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

HMS Troutbridge heads to an exercise off Dover, but Mr Phillips gets lost in fog.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

Troutbridge is ordered to a Home Fleet exercise off Dover, but en route to the combat zone Mr Phillips gets lost in the fog.

HMS Troutbridge heads to an exercise off Dover, but Mr Phillips gets lost in fog. Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS. From November 1959.

HMS Troutbridge heads to an exercise off of Dover, but Mr Phillips gets lost in fog

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Bracewell and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1959.

When Troutbridge heads to an exercise off Dover, Mr Phillips gets lost in the fog. Starring Leslie Phillips. From November 1959.

HMS Troutbridge is sent to Whittlesea Bay, but runs out of fuel by some very flat countryside with lots of windmills.

HMS Troutbridge is sent to Whittlesea Bay, but runs out of fuel by some very flat countryside. From November 1959.

Sent to Whittlesea Bay, Troutbridge runs out of fuel near some windmills in Holland.

Sent to Whittlesea Bay, HMS Troutbridge runs out of fuel - near some windmills in Holland.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as Lt Commander Stanton, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Hans and Tenniel Evans as Goldstein.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1959.

Sent to Whittlesea Bay, Troutbridge runs out of fuel - near some windmills in Holland. Stars Jon Pertwee. From November 1959.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Fatso Johnson whittles for all he's worth when Pertwee enters the antique market.

Pertwee's lucrative new scam in genuine HMS Victory figureheads is threatened when Troutbridge is sent to deal with an old wreck.

A scam to sell naval figureheads is threatened when Troutbridge has to deal with a wreck.

Pertwee's lucrative scam in genuine naval figureheads is threatened when Troutbridge has to deal with a wreck. From November 1959.

Fatso Johnson whittles for all he's worth when Pertwee enters the antique market. Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS. From November 1959.

Pertwee's lucrative scam in genuine naval figureheads is threatened when Troutbridge has to deal with a wreck. From Nov 1959.

A scam to sell naval figureheads is threatened when Troutbridge has to deal with a wreck. Stars John Pertwee. From Nov 1959.

Fatso Johnson whittles for all he is worth when Pertwee enters the antique market.

Johnson must whittle for all he is worth when Pertwee enters the antiques market.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Mr Popesgrove and Tenniel Evans as Goldstein.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1959.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

The South Willesden Globe Trotters Geographical Society takes a trip to the Antarctic courtesy of the Troutbridge!

A geographical society from Willesden heads to the Antarctic on HMS Troutbridge.

Starring Leslie Phillips.

The South Willesden Globe Trotters Geographical Society takes a trip to the Antarctic courtesy of the crew of Troutbridge!

The South Willesden Globe Trotters Geographical Society takes a trip to the Antarctic courtesy of the Troutbridge! From 1959.

A geographical society from Willesden heads to the Antarctic aboard HMS Troutbridge. Starring Leslie Phillips. From December 1959.

A geographical society from Willesden heads to the Antarctic on HMS Troutbridge. Starring Leslie Phillips. From December 1959.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Mrs Edgwick, Michael Bates as Mr Crump and Tenniel Evans as the Professor.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1959.

by Laurie Wyman with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Povey is aghast to hear a Sea Lord will make a full inspection of the Island Draft, leaving Pertwee with a problem!

Povey is aghast to hear a Sea Lord will make a full inspection of the Island Draft, leaving Pertwee with a problem! From 1959.

Povey's aghast at news of an Island Draft inspection - sparking trouble for Pertwee.

Stars Jon Pertwee.

Povey is aghast to hear a Sea Lord will be making a full inspection of the Island Draft, which leaves Pertwee with a problem!

Povey is aghast at news of an Island Draft inspection, sparking trouble for Pertwee.

Commander Povey's aghast at news of an Island Draft inspection - sparking trouble for Pertwee.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Ginger and Tenniel Evans as Uncle Ebenzer.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1959.

Povey is aghast at news of an Island Draft inspection, sparking trouble for Pertwee. Stars Jon Pertwee. From December 1959.

Povey's aghast at news of an Island Draft inspection - sparking trouble for Pertwee. Stars Jon Pertwee. From December 1959.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Number One discovers the hidden Unit Comfort Fund accounts and throws a draft dance, which means more trouble for Pertwee!

Number One discovers the hidden Unit Comfort Fund accounts and throws a draft dance, which means more trouble for Pertwee!.

Pertwee takes action, when Number One uses the Comfort Fund accounts for a dance.

When Number One uses the Comfort Fund accounts for a dance, Pertwee takes action.

Starring Leslie Phillips.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

Number One discovers the hidden Unit Comfort Fund accounts and throws a draft dance - more trouble for Pertwee. From Dec 1959.

Number One discovers the hidden Unit Comfort Fund accounts and throws a draft dance, which means more trouble for Pertwee! From 1959.

Number One discovers the hidden Unit Comfort Fund accounts and throws a draft dance, which means more trouble for Pertwee! From December 1959.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Michael Bates as Ginger and Tenniel Evans as Uncle Ebenzer.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1959.

When Number One uses the Comfort Fund accounts for a dance, Pertwee takes action. Stars Leslie Phillips. From December 1959.

Pertwee takes action, when Number One uses the Comfort Fund accounts for a dance. Starring Leslie Phillips. From December 1959.

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service.

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Povey investigates the strange coincidence of Pertwee's romance with a barmaid and an order for snacks.

Povey probes the odd coincidence of Pertwee's liaison with a barmaid - and a snack order.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson,Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Ginger, Tenniel Evans as Goldstein and June Tobin as Maisie.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1960.

The strange coincidence of Pertwee's romance with a barmaid and an order for snacks.

Povey investigates the strange coincidence of Pertwee's romance with a barmaid and an order for snacks. From January 1960.

Povey probes the odd coincidence of Pertwee's liaison with a barmaid and a snack order. Stars Jon Pertwee. From January 1960.

Povey investigates the strange coincidence of Pertwee's romance with a barmaid and an order for snacks. From January 1960.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with Michael Bates , June

Tobin Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Commander Povey probes smuggling aboard HMS Troutbridge during a rescue attempt of a lighthouse keeper.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson,Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Mr Proudfoot and Tenniel Evans as Goldstein.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1960.

Povey probes smuggling aboard HMS Troutbridge, as she sets sail on a rescue mission.

Povey investigates smuggling aboard Troutbridge.

Povey investigates smuggling aboard Troutbridge as she sets sail to rescue a marooned lighthouse keeper. From January 1960.

Povey probes smuggling aboard HMS Troutbridge, as she sets sail on a rescue mission. Stars Leslie Phillips. From January 1960.

More vintage mayhem on HMS Troughtbridge with Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee.

More vintage mayhem on HMS Troughtbridge with Leslie Phillips & Jon Pertwee.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Pertwee makes waves with his request to leave the Island Draft and join Povey's staff instead!

The Chief Petty Officer makes waves with his request to join Captain Povey's staff.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

Pertwee makes waves with his request to leave the Island Draft and join Povey's staff instead! First broadcast in February 1960.

The Chief Petty Officer makes waves with his request to join Captain Povey's staff. Stars Leslie Phillips. From February 1960.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Edgar Pertwee and Tenniel Evans as Uncle Ebenezer Pertwee.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1960.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates

Ronnie Barker. Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

one is very hungry.

When Povey discovers there is no record of Troutbridge, he decides it's a good time to disperse her crew.

Povey discovers there's no record of Troutbridge - and someone's very hungry.

Povey learns there's no official record of HMS Troutbridge, and someone's very hungry.

When Povey discovers there is no record of Troutbridge, he decides it's a good time to disperse her crew. From February 1960.

When Povey discovers there is no record of Troutbridge, he decides it's a good time to disperse her crew. First broadcast in February 1960.

Povey learns there is no official record of HMS Troutbridge, and someone is very hungry. Stars Ronnie Barker. From February 1960.

Povey discovers there's no record of Troutbridge - and someone's very hungry. From 1960.

Povey learns there's no official record of HMS Troutbridge, and someone's very hungry. Stars Ronnie Barker. From February 1960.

Commander Povey discovers there's no official record of HMS Troutbridge - and someone's very hungry.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Commander Bracewell and Tenniel Evans as Goldstein.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1960.

When Povey discovers there is no record of Troutbridge, he decides it's a good time to disperse her crew. And Johnson is very, very hungry.

Povey discovers there's no record of Troutbridge - and someone's very hungry. Starring Ronnie Barker. From February 1960.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates

Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

How well will Mr Phillips perform as the lone duty officer when Povey orders Troutbridge to be an escort? From February 1960.

Troutbridge sails on escort duty, but Mr Phillips is assigned as the lone officer.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Troutbridge sails on escort duty, but Mr Phillips is assigned as the lone officer.

How well will Mr Phillips perform as the lone duty officer when Povey orders Troutbridge to be an escort? From February 1960.

Troutbridge sails on escort duty, but Mr Phillips is assigned as the lone officer. Stars Leslie Phillips. From February 1960.

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Rumour abounds that empire building Commander Povey is vying for Captain Stanton's job.

Rumour abounds that empire-building Commander Povey is after Captain Stanton's job.

Rumour abounds that empire-building Commander Povey is after Captain Stanton's job. Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS. From March 1960.

Rumour abounds that empire building Commander Povey is vying for Captain Stanton's job. First broadcast in March 1960.

Rumour abounds that empire-building Commander Povey is vying for Captain Stanton's job. First broadcast in March 1960. Episode 21 of 26.

Rumour abounds that empire building Commander Povey's after Captain Stanton's job.

Rumour abounds that empire-building Commander Povey is after Lieutenant Commander Stanton's job.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Commander Stanton, Michael Bates as the Rating and Tenniel Evans as The Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1960.

Rumour abounds that empire building Commander Povey's after Captain Stanton's job. Starring Leslie Phillips. From March 1960.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

Phillips and the crew are feeling tender and Povey orders them onto choppy waters in search of a buoy. From March 1960.

Phillips and the crew are feeling tender and Povey orders them onto choppy waters in search of a buoy. From March 1960. Episode 22 of 26.

Povey orders the poorly crew onto choppy waters in search of a buoy. Stars Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray. From March 1960.

Feeling delicate after the night before, the crew of Troutbridge aren't too thrilled to be ordered out to sea by Commander Povey.

Commander Povey orders the poorly crew of HMS Troutbridge on to choppy waters in search of a buoy.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as the Rating and Tenniel Evans as AS Goldstein.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1960.

Phillips and the crew are feeling tender and Commander Povey orders them onto choppy waters in search of a buoy. From March 1960.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surelv fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates

Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

The Admiral orders the officers to attend a party to celebrate his 50 years of service.

First broadcast in March 1960.

The officers are ordered to attend a party to celebrate the Admiral's 50 years of service.

Stars Jon Pertwee.

The Admiral orders the officers to attend a party to celebrate his 50 years of service. First Broadcast 18th March 1960.

The Admiral orders the officers to attend a party to celebrate his 50 years of service. First broadcast in March 1960.

The officers are ordered to attend a party to celebrate the Admiral's 50 years of service. Stars Jon Pertwee. From March 1960.

The officers of HMS Troutbridge are ordered to attend a party to celebrate the Admiral's 50 years of service.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as Lt Commander Stanton, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Michael Bates as the Rating and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1960.

Join Nathan Carter for a very special festive celebration from Belfast's Grand Opera House. Nathan performs some of his favourite Christmas songs, and is joined by guests including Curtis Stigers, Melanie C and Una Healy. The children of the St Patrick's Junior Choir drop in for a song, talented Canadian siblings The Fitzgeralds perform a unique routine and Nathan's younger brother Jake reveals all about the Carter family Christmas.

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment oniy loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

The crew of Troutbridge sail off to France to collect a secret agent, but Leslie has a spot of navigation trouble en route!The Troutbridge crew sets sail to France to collect an agent, but Phillips gets lost.

Tact, diplomacy and discretion are needed as the crew of HMS Troutbridge sets sail to France to collect an agent, but then Phillips gets lost...

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Fifi, Michael Bates as Smythe and Tenniel Evans as AS Goldstein.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1960.

Tact, diplomacy and discretion are needed as the crew of HMS Troutbridge sets sail to France to collect a secret agent, but Leslie has a spot of navigation trouble en route!

The crew of Troutbridge sail off to France to collect an agent, but Leslie has navigation trouble en route. From March 1960.

The Troutbridge crew sets sail to France to collect an agent, but Phillips gets lost. Starring Leslie Phillips. From March 1960.

The crew of Troutbridge sail off to France to collect a VIP, but Leslie has a spot of navigation trouble en route!

The crew of Troutbridge sail off to France to collect a VIP, but Leslie has a spot of navigation trouble en route. From March 1960.

Stanton thinks Number One looks poorly, but Pertwee acts ill to avoid a terrible posting.

Stanton thinks Number One is looking poorly, which gives cunning Pertwee an idea...

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as Captain Stanton, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as the MO and Tenniel Evans as Uncle Ebenezer Pertwee.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1960.

Stanton thinks Murray looks poorly, while Pertwee decides acting ill could save him from a terrible posting.

Stanton thinks Number One looks poorly, but Pertwee acts ill to avoid terrible posting.

Stars Jon Pertwee.

Stanton thinks Murray looks poorly, while Pertwee decides acting ill could save him from a terrible posting. From April 1960.

Stanton thinks Number One looks poorly, but Pertwee acts ill to avoid a terrible posting. Stars Jon Pertwee. From April 1960.

Stanton thinks Number One looks poorly, but Pertwee acts ill to avoid terrible posting. Stars Jon Pertwee. From April 1960.

by Laurie Wyman with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker , and Tenniel Evans

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston

by Laurie Wyman

A weekly and surely fictitious account of events in a naval detachment only loosely connected with the Senior Service. with assistance from Michael Bates Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans

Incidental music by Tommy Reilly and James Moody

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston

The Island Draft is all set for leave when the Admiral reveals that Troutbridge is off on fishery protection.

Instead of going on leave, the Admiral sends Troutbridge's crew on fishery protection.

Stars leslie phillips.

Instead of going on leave, the Admiral sends Troutbridge's crew on fishery protection. Stars Leslie Phillips. From April 1960.

Instead of going on leave, the Admiral sends the crew of HMS Troutbridge off on fishery protection...

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as the Skipper and Tenniel Evans as AS Goldstein.

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series on BBC Radio between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1960.

The Island Draft is all set for leave when the Admiral reveals that Troutbridge is off on fishery protection. From April 1960.

It's all change for the Island Draft with a new home and a new captain!

The Troutbridge crew are all at sea when the island base is closed.

HMS Troutbridge's crew are all at sea when the island base is closed.

It's all change for the Island Draft with a new home and a new captain! BBC 7 debut for this episode first heard in 1960.

HMS Troutbridge's crew are all at sea when the island base is closed. Stars Stephen Murray and Jon Pertwee. From November 1960.

The Troutbridge crew are all at sea when the island base is closed. From November 1960.

The crew of HMS Troutbridge are all at sea when the island base is closed.

Starring STEPHEN MURRAY as the Number One, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant and RONNIE BARKER as AS Johnson and Lieutenant Commander Stanton.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1960.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as Number One, Richard Caldicot as Commander Povey, Ronnie Barker as Lt Commander Stanton, Heather Chasen as Heather and Tenniel Evans as AS Goldstein.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976

It's all change for the Island Draft with a new home and a new captain!

The Troutbridge crew are all at sea when the island base is closed.

HMS Troutbridge's crew are all at sea when the island base is closed.

It's all change for the Island Draft with a new home and a new captain! BBC 7 debut for this episode first heard in 1960.

The Troutbridge crew are all at sea when the island base is closed. From November 1960.

HMS Troutbridge's crew are all at sea when the island base is closed. Stars Stephen Murray and Jon Pertwee. From November 1960.

The Troutbridge crew are all at sea when the island base is closed. Stars Stephen Murray and Jon Pertwee. From November 1960.

Gardening is just the job for a fit man

Pertwee has to re-think his money-making schemes, whilst his Uncle Ebeneezer pulls off a major con.

Pertwee has to re-think his money-making schemes and his uncle pulls off a major con.

Pertwee has to re-think his money-making schemes, whilst his uncle pulls off a major con.

CPO Pertwee rethinks his money-making schemes, while his uncle pulls off a major con. From November 1960.

Starring Stephen Murray as the Number One, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant and Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Lieutenant Commander Stanton.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1960.

Pertwee has to re-think his money-making schemes, whilst his uncle pulls off a major con. Stars Jon Pertwee. From November 1960.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Heather Chasen as Heather, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as Sid Chattersby.

CPO Pertwee rethinks his money-making schemes, while his uncle pulls off a major con. From November 1960. Episode 2 of 20.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976

Pertwee has to re-think his money-making schemes and his uncle pulls off a major con. Stars Jon Pertwee. From November 1960.

It's hands across the sea - as the crew of HMS Troutbridge help to commission a foreign frigate.

We're all a bit helpless when we meet the chap in authority.

It's hands across the sea, as the crew of Troutbridge helps commission a foreign frigate.

Hands across the sea as the crew of Troutbridge helps commission a foreign frigate. From November 1960. Episode 3 of 20.

Starring Stephen Murray as the Number One, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant and Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Lieutenant Commander Stanton.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1960.

It's hands across the sea, as the crew of Troutbridge helps commission a foreign frigate. Stars Jon Pertwee. From November 1960.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Ronnie Barker and Michael Bates as the Potarneylanders.

Few of us can resist a slot machineThe crew of HMS Troutbridge set sail across the sea, but end up with very crossed wires.The crew of HMS Troutbridge set sail across the sea, but end up with very crossed wires.

Starring Stephen Murray as the Number One, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Tenniel Evans as Sir Willoughby Toddhunterbrown Heather Chasen as Lady Toddhunterbrown and Michael Bates as Lt. Bates.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1960.

The crew of the HMS Troutbridge cross the sea, with crossed wires.

The ship's crew crosses the sea - with crossed wires. From November 1960.

Crossing the sea with crossed wires; it could only be HMS Troutbridge. From November 1960.

The ship's crew crosses the sea - with crossed wires. Stars Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips and Ronnie Barker. From November 1960.

Starring Stephen Murray as the Number One, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant and Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson.

Few of us can resist a slot machine

Povey is warned about a bomb on a new frigate while Phillips receives a special gift for a journey.

Starring Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather and Ronnie Barker and Michael Bates as the Potarneylanders.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1960.

Povey gets a warning of a bomb on a new frigate while Phillips gets a special gift.

Sub Lt Phillips takes the biscuit in this episode from November 1960. Episode 5 of 20.

Povey gets a warning of a bomb on a new frigate, and Phillips gets a special gift.

Povey gets a warning of a bomb on a new frigate, and Phillips gets a special gift. Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1960.

Starring Stephen Murray as the Number One, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant and Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson.

Teaching methods at school seem to have changed since my dayPovey is warned about a bomb on a new frigate, while Phillips receives a special gift for a journey.

A new location is needed for the troublesome former governor and his wife.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Tenniel Evans as Nunky, Heather Chasen as Lady Todhunter-Brown and Michael Bates as Mr Whittaker-Smyth.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1960.

The crew of Troutbridge return to their spiritual home in this episode from December 1960.

A new location is needed for the troublesome former governor and his wife. From 1960.

A new location is needed for the troublesome former governor and his wife. Starring Jon Pertwee. From December 1960.

Synopsis

High level conferences are always a worry to those awaiting the results.

The crew of Troutbridge can't even successfully destroy their own vessel.

Troutbridge is earmarked for target practice, but Commander Povey ends up in the firing line.

Povey has no trouble in naming a useless frigate to be a target in a NATO exercise.

Starring STEPHEN MURRAY as the Number One, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and RONNIE BARKER as Lt Commander Stanton.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1960.

Troutbridge is earmarked for target practice, but Commander Povey ends up in the firing line. First broadcast in December 1960.

The crew of Troutbridge can't even successfully destroy their own vessel, in this episode from December 1960.

Povey has no trouble in naming a useless frigate to be a target in a NATO exercise. Stars Leslie Phillips. From December 1960.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as Lt Commander Stanton, Tenniel Evans as AS Goldstein, Heather Chasen as Heather and Michael Bates as Lieutenant Bates.

Synopsis

The Commander entrusts Uncle Ebeneezer with his new purchase, but disaster isn't faraway.

The 50th show in the series stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson and Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1960.

The commander entrusts Uncle Ebeneezer with his new purchase, but disaster is not far away

Number One entrusts Uncle Ebeneezer and his tug with the purchase of his new houseboat - meaning disaster isn't faraway...

The 50th show in the series stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson Tenniel Evans as Nunky, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen and Michael Bates as Mr & Mrs Granthamum.

50th Show Special Performance For The Queen And Queen Mother

The crew of Troutbridge take their disastrous reputation up river, in the 50th episode of the Navy Lark, from December 1960.

50th Show Special Perf For The Queen And Queen Mother.

The Commander entrusts Uncle Ebeneezer with his new purchase, but disaster isn't far away.

The commander entrusts Uncle Ebeneezer with his new purchase, but disaster is not far away

The 50th show in the series stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson and Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1960.

The Commander entrusts Uncle Ebeneezer with his new purchase, but disaster isn't far away. Stars Jon Pertwee. From December 1960.

Number One entrusts Uncle Ebeneezer and his tug with the purchase of his new houseboat - meaning disaster isn't faraway...

The 50th show in the series stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson Tenniel Evans as Nunky, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen and Michael Bates as Mr and Mrs Granthamum.

Synopsis

Fatso' Johnson is in hiding on his birthday, but the attention of the crew of HMS Troutbridge is diverted when they find a treasure map.

The show was recorded before an audience of officers and ratings (and family) from real-life frigate HMS Troubridge from which Troutbridge was derived.

Starring Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Tenniel Evans as Sir Willoughby Todhunter-Brown, Heather Chasen as Lady Todhunter-Brown and Michael Bates as Lieutenant Bates.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1960.

Fatso is hiding, but the crew's attention is diverted when they find a treasure map.

The crew's quest for easy money takes them back to their old island base, in this episode from December 1960. Episode 9 of 20.

Fatso's hiding, but the crew's attention is diverted when they find a treasure map.

Fatso's hiding, but the crew's attention is diverted when they find a treasure map. Stars Ronnie Barker. From December 1960.

Fatso' Johnson is in hiding on his birthday, but the crew's attention is diverted when they find a treasure map. The show was recorded before an audience crew of real sailors.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson and Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey.

It's a case of better the devil you know, when a temporary new Captain arrives on board HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Michael Bates as the Laundry Manager and Tenniel Evans as the Clerk.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961.

It's better the devil you know for the Troutbridge crew as Captain Povey has to take leave. Episode 10 of 20.

It's a case of better the devil you know, when a temporary new Captain arrives on board. Stars Jon Pertwee. From January 1961.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey.

It's better the devil you know for the crew of Troutbridge when Captain Povey is ordered to take leave. From January 1961.

It's better the devil you know for the crew of Troutbridge when Captain Povey takes leave.

Not only does Troutbridge have its usual crew aboard, but it also contains their relatives! From January 1961.

As the Chief raises funds, Cedric Phillips arrives to see his brother - the Captain!

As the Chief raises funds, Cedric Phillips arrives to see his brother - the Captain! Stars leslie phillips.

As the Chief raises funds, Cedric Phillips arrives on board HMS Troutbridge to see his brother the Captain!

Stars JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Number One, RONNIE BARKER as Lt Commander Stanton, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Michael Bates as Cedric Phillips.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

As the chief fundraises, Cedric Phillips arrives on board HMS Troutbridge to see his brother, 'the Captain'!

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Lt Commander Stanton, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Michael Bates as Cedric Phillips. Plus Heather Chasen as Ramona, Tenniel Evans as LS Goldstein, and June Tobin as Charlotte Stanton.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961.

As the chief fundraises, Cedric Phillips arrives to see his brother, the 'captain'!

Not only does Troutbridge have its usual crew aboard, but it also contains their relatives! From January 1961.

As the Chief raises funds, Cedric Phillips arrives to see his brother - the Captain!

As the Chief raises funds, Cedric Phillips arrives to see his brother - the Captain! Stars Leslie Phillips. From January 1961.

As the Chief raises funds, Cedric Phillips arrives on board HMS Troutbridge to see his brother the Captain!

Synopsis

The crew of HMS Troutbridge investigate strange lights spotted at sea off the coast of Cornwall.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Tenniel Evans as Sir Willoughby Todhunter-Brown, Heather Chasen as Lady Todhunter-Brown, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Michael Bates as Commander Bracewell and Ronnie Barker as the Liner Captain.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961.

When strange lights are spotted at sea off Cornwall, Troutbridge's crew investigates.

When ghostly lights are spotted at sea, Troutbridge is sent to investigate. From January 1961.

When strange lights are spotted at sea off Cornwall, Troutbridge's crew investigates. Stars Stephen Murray. From January 1961.

As the Chief fund-raises, Cedric Phillips arrives on board HMS Troutbridge to see his brother the Captain!

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Lt Commander Stanton, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Michael Bates as Cedric Phillips.

With her crew battling flu, HMS Troutbridge must take on board half an Onabushkan crew for a special royal mission.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson,Tenniel Evans as Able Seaman Goldstein, Heather Chasen as the Queen and Michael Bates as the Aide.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961.

With half the crew struck down, Troutbridge faces an unexpected royal mission.

There's something in the air as the crew of Troutbridge find themselves on unexpected royal duty. From January 1961.

With half the crew struck down, Troutbridge faces an unexpected royal mission. Stars Leslie Phillips. From January 1961.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson and Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey

Another collision convinces Captain Povey that the Admiralty must sort out HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson/ /Lieutenant Commander Stanton, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Ramona Povey.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1961.

Another collision convinces Povey that the Admiralty needs to sort out HMS Troutbridge.

Can an efficiency expert sort out Troutbridge? Don't bet your next shore leave on it! From Feb '61 and fresh to BBC 7.

Another collision convinces Povey that the Admiralty needs to sort out Troutbridge!

Another collision convinces Povey that the Admiralty needs to sort out Troutbridge! Stars Leslie Phillips. From February 1961.

The officers of HMS Troutbridge aim to make a fast buck from Lieutenant Bates' latest invention.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Michael Bates as Lieutenant Bates, Heather Chasen as WREN Chasen/ Lady Todd Hunter-Brown and Teniel Evans as Sir Willoughby Todd Hunter-Brown.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1961.

Troutbridge's officers aim to make a fast buck from Lieutenant Bates' latest invention.

Troutbridge's officers aim to make a fast buck from Lieutenant Bates' latest invention. Stars Jon Pertwee. From February 1961.

Lt Bates invents a new missile from which the officers of Troutbridge can make a fast buck.

A retired 'Major' cadges a lift on HMS Troutbridge, but the crew soon pay the price.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Major Piecraft and Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1961.

Funny money and antics to match aboard HMS Troutbridge. From February 1961.

A retired 'Major' cadges a lift on HMS Troutbridge, but the crew soon pay the price. Stars Leslie Phillips. From February 1961.

A retired 'Major' is keen to join a NATO mission to visit his poor, ill batman. From 1961.

A retired 'Major' is keen to join a NATO mission to visit his poor, ill batman. Stars Leslie Phillips. From February 1961.

Hard up Able Seaman 'Taffy' finds himself mistakenly promoted aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman 'Fatso' Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Teniel Evans as LS Goldstein and Heather Chasen as WREN Chasen.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1961.

Hard up Able Seaman 'Taffy' finds himself mistakenly promoted. From February 1961.

Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips and Ronnie Barker with more shipboard disasters in this classic radio comedy. From February 1961.

Hard up Able Seaman 'Taffy' finds himself mistakenly promoted. Stars Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans. From February 1961.

Left hand down a bit! HMS Troutbridge's bumbling navigator attempts to pass an examination.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Franklin Pettigreaves, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Ramona Povey.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1961.

Left hand down a bit! The ship's bumbling navigator attempts to pass an examination.

Unsurprisingly, Phillips never did pass his 'left hand down a bit' test and has to be re-examined. From Feb 1961.

Left hand down a bit! The ship's bumbling navigator attempts to pass an examination. Stars Leslie Phillips. From February 1961.

Johnson's not keen when the Chief hatches a money-making wheeze using surplus crew pyjamas.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as AS 'Fatso' Johnson/Lt Commander Stanton, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Ramona Povey.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1961.

Johnson is not keen when the Chief hatches a scheme using surplus crew pyjamas.

Jim-jams cause a big jam for Pertwee when yet another money-making scheme goes wrong. From March '61 and fresh to BBC 7.

Johnson's not keen when the Chief hatches a money-making wheeze using surplus crew pyjamas. Stars Jon Pertwee. From March 1961.

Chief Petty Officer Pertwee receives an invitation and hatches another cunning plan.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Ramona Povey.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1961.

A trip to a hunt ball and a game of floating bingo keep the team of Pertwee, Phillips and Murray amused. First heard October 1961.

When Pertwee gets invited to the ball, he needs more than a pumpkin and a few mice to get there. From 1961.

Pertwee receives an invitation and hatches another cunning plan. From October 1961.

Pertwee receives an invitation and hatches another cunning plan. Starring Leslie Phillips and Ronnie Barker. From October 1961.

A chronicle of evemte aboard H.M.S. Troutbridge STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray, the No. 1 JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub. Lieut. Phillips

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston

A chronicle of events aboard H.M.S.

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub. Lieut. Phi'Mips

STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray, the No. 1

Writ'ten by Lawrie Wyman

Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston

RONNIE BARKER is in On the Brighter Side ' at the Comedy Theatre, London

Repeated on Sunday at 2.30 p.m.

Being a chronicle of events aboard H.M.S. Troutbridge

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub-Lieut. Phillips

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub-Lieut. Phillips

STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray, the No. 1

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston

Phillips Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray , the No.

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Troutbridge Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray , the No. 1 Jon Pertwee as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee Leslie Phillips as Sub. -Lieut. Phillips

Written by Lawrle Wyman

Produced byAlastair Scott Johnston Last Friday's recorded broadcast

A chrondcle of events aboard H.M.S. Troutbridge

A recently rediscovered episode, being broadcast for the first time on BBC Radio 4 Extra.

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

Lieut. Murray - Stephen Murray

AB Johnson - Ronnie Barker

Leading Seaman Goldstein - Tenniel J Evans

with Michael Bates and Heather Chasen

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1962.

The crew of HMS Troutbridge are sent on a secretive training exercise

This recently rediscovered episode gets its first broadcast in over 60 years on BBC Radio 4 Extra.

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

Lieut. Murray - the No. 1 - Stephen Murray

AB Johnson/ Lieut. Cdr Stanton - Ronnie Barker

Leading Seaman Goldstein/The Admiral - Tenniel J Evans

Lieut. Bates/Rear Admiral Ironbridge - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1962.

Recovered episode. The crew of HMS Troutbridge are sent on a secretive training exercise

This recently rediscovered episode gets its first broadcast in over 60 years on BBC Radio 4 Extra.

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

Lieut. Murray - the No. 1 - Stephen Murray

AB Johnson/ Lieut. Cdr Stanton - Ronnie Barker

Leading Seaman Goldstein/The Admiral - Tenniel J Evans

Lieut. Bates/Rear Admiral Ironbridge - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1962.

Recovered episode. The crew of HMS Troutbridge are sent on a secretive training exercise

Troutbridge STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray , the No. 1

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub-Lieut. Phillips

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston

A chronicle of events aboard H.M.S. Troutbridge

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee LESLIE PHILLIPS as Sub. Lieut. Phillips

Last Friday's recorded broadcast

Jon Pertwee as Chief Petty Officer Pertwee

Leslie Phillips as Sub-Lieut. Phillips

Stephen Murray as Lieut. Murray, the No. 1

Music for the series by Tommy Reilly and James Moody Announcer, Robin Boyle

Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston

JON PERTWEE as Chief Petty Officer Pertwes

Phillips STEPHEN MURRAY as Lieut. Murray , the No. 1

Written by Lawrie Wyman Produced by ALASTAIR SCOTT JOHNSTON

Last Friday's recorded broadcast

LESLIE PHILLIPS is in ' The Big Killing' at the Princes Theatre; Michael Bates is in ' Guilty Party' at St. Martin's Theatre, London

After their TV excursion, the crew of HMS Troutbridge set sail with a new commander.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson and Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 19.

After their TV excursion, the crew of HMS Troutbridge set sail with a new commander. Stars Leslie Phillips. From April 1963.

A fresh arrival makes waves aboard HMS Troutbridge and throws a NATO exercise into confusion.

100th episode of the seafaring sitcom.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Michael Bates as Commander Bracewell, Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein and Janet Brown as Vera.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1963.

A fresh arrival makes waves and throws a NATO exercise into confusion. 100th episode.

A fresh arrival makes waves and throws a NATO exercise into confusion. 100th episode. Stars Leslie Phillips. From April 1963.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson and Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey.

Desperate to escape his mother-in-law, can Captain Povey rely on the crew of HMS Troutbridge to assist?

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein, Janet Brown as Mrs Crump and Lawrie Wyman as the Inspector.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1963.

Desperate to escape his mother-in-law, can Captain Povey rely on the crew to assist?

Captain Povey is desperate to get away from his mother-in-law; can he rely on the crew of Troutbridge to help? From April 1963.

Desperate to escape his mother-in-law, can Captain Povey rely on the crew to assist? Stars Leslie Phillips. From April 1963.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein.

All that the crew of HMS Troutbridge have to do is tow a barge. What could possibly go wrong?

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as The Mayor, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Tenniel Evans as The Admiral and Michael Bates as Rear Admiral Ironbridge.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1963.

All the Troutbridge crew have to do is tow a barge. What could possibly go wrong?

All the Troutbridge crew have to do is tow a barge. What could possibly go wrong? Starring Leslie Phillips. From April 1963.

Paranoia sets in when the crew of HMS Troutbridge are charged with a top secret mission.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Captain Bell, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1963.

Paranoia sets in when the crew are charged with a top secret mission. Stars Jon Pertwee.

Paranoia sets in when the crew are charged with a top secret mission. Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Philips. From May 1963.

Could HMS Troutbridge really be the next Marie Celeste?

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1963.

Could HMS Troutbridge really be the next Marie Celeste? Stars Ronnie Barker.

Could HMS Troutbridge really be the next Marie Celeste? Stars Ronnie Barker, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From May 1963.

The crew are back from some eventful leave, but Heather's surprise return from Scotland gives her fianc退 Phillips a nasty shock.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Heather.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1963.

A shock for the crew over news that HMS Troutbridge is to be mothballed in Plymouth.

A shock for the crew over news that HMS Troutbridge is to be mothballed in Plymouth. Stars Jon Pertwee. From September 1963.

The floor of Murray's cabin aboard HMS Troutbridge is bare - and Phillips wants it to stay that way.

Stars Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Heather.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1963.

The floor of Murray's cabin is bare - and Phillips wants it to stay that way.

The floor of Murray's cabin is bare - and Phillips wants it to stay that way. Stars Leslie Phillips. From October 1963.

Povey's in hot water with his wife and HMS Troutbridge sets sail on a secret mission.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1963.

Povey is in hot water with his wife and HMS Troutbridge sets sail on a secret mission.

Povey's in hot water with his wife and HMS Troutbridge sets sail on a secret mission. Stars Leslie Phillips. From October 1963.

Peeved Pertwee is barred from a wardroom celebration for Admiral Sir Benjamin Troutbridge.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1963.

Peeved Pertwee is barred from a wardroom celebration for Admiral Sir Benjamin Troutbridge. Stars Jon Pertwee. From October 1963.

Two top brass need rescuing, Pertwee meets his Uncle and an old face sails back.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather and Michael Bates as Rear Admiral Ironbridge.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1963.

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Two top brass need rescuing, Pertwee meets his uncle and an old face sails back. Stars Leslie Phillips. From October 1963.

With romantic rivalry for Wren Chasen, HMS Troutbridge's new mission goes with a bang.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Commander Stanton, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather and Michael Bates as Lieutenant Bates and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1963.

With romantic rivalry for Wren Chasen, Troutbridge's new mission goes with a bang.

With romantic rivalry for Wren Chasen, Troutbridge's new mission goes with a bang. Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1963.

A new naval directive lets Pertwee apply for a commission.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather and Michael Bates as the Padre and Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1963.

A new naval directive lets Pertwee apply for a commission. Stars Leslie Phillips.

A new naval directive lets Pertwee apply for a commission. Stars Leslie Phillips and Michael Bates. From November 1963.

HMS Troutbridge sails into the technological age, but can the crew keep up?

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather and Michael Bates as Lieutenant Bates, Ronnie Barker as Mr Merrivale and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1963.

HMS Troutbridge sails into the technological age. Stars Leslie Phillips and Ronnie Barker.

HMS Troutbridge sails into the technological age. Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Ronnie Barker. From November 1963.

HMS Troutbridge sails into the technological age, but can the crew keep up?

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather and Michael Bates as Lieutenant Bates, Ronnie Barker as Mr Merrivale and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1963.

HMS Troutbridge sails into the technological age. Stars Leslie Phillips and Ronnie Barker.

A firm ultimatum for Leslie, as HMS Troutbridge is ordered to sea.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as Lieutenant Bates.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1963.

A firm ultimatum for Leslie, as HMS Troutbridge is ordered to sea. Stars Leslie Phillips.

A firm ultimatum for Leslie, as HMS Troutbridge is ordered to sea. Stars Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From November 1963.

Sister ships HMS Troutbridge and HMS Makepeace are sent on a wild ghost chase into the fog.

Sister ships HMS Troutbridge and HMS Makepeace are sent on a wild ghost chase into the fog.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Ronnie Barker as Commander Stanton, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as Commander Bracewell.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1963.

Sister ships Troutbridge and Makepeace are sent on a wild ghost chase into the fog.

Sister ships Troutbridge and Makepeace are sent on a wild ghost chase into the fog. Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1963.

The crew of HMS Troutbridge must attempt an important scientific undersea mission.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, with Ronnie Barker and Michael Bates as the Potarneylanders.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1963.

HMS Troutbridge attempts an important scientific undersea mission. Stars Leslie Phillips.

HMS Troutbridge attempts an important scientific undersea mission. Stars Leslie Phillips and Ronnie Barker. From December 1963.

When the crew of HMS Troutbridge sets off to pick up an MI5 man in the Med, Phillips takes a wrong turning.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Michael Bates as Commander Bracewell and Tenniel Evens as Taffy Goldstein .

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1963.

When the crew sets off to pick up a MI5 man in the Med, Phillips takes a wrong turning.

When the crew sets off to pick up a MI5 man in the Med, Phillips takes a wrong turning. Stars Jon Pertwee. From December 1963.

HMS Troutbridge's mission to foster good relations with the German navy goes awry.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Rear Admiral Ironbridge, Tenniel Evens as Taffy Goldstein and Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Queeg.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1963.

A mission to foster good relations with the German navy goes awry.

A mission to foster good relations with the German navy goes awry. Stars Leslie Phillips.

A mission to foster good relations with the German navy goes awry. Stars Leslie Phillips and Ronnie Barker. From December 1963.

Is Povey a fraud? It seems so, as the crew of HMS Troutbridge race to secure his captaincy

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Queeg and Tenniel Evens as The Commander.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1963.

Is Povey a fraud? It seems so, as the Troutbridge crew race to secure his captaincy.

Is Povey a fraud? It seems so, as the Troutbridge crew race to secure his captaincy. Stars Leslie Phillips. From December 1963.

When HMS Troutbridge is sent to collect some stranded tourists, Chief Petty Officer Pertwee has other ideas.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicote as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather and Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1964.

When HMS Troutbridge is sent to collect stranded tourists, Pertwee has other ideas.

When HMS Troutbridge is sent to collect stranded tourists, Pertwee has other ideas. Stars Leslie Phillips. From January 1964.

When Johnson gets set to take the literary world by storm with his memoirs, Pertwee decides to intervene.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson and Heather Chasen as Heather.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1964.

When Fatso makes a bid for literary success, Pertwee intervenes. Stars Ronnie Barker.

When Fatso makes a bid for literary success, Pertwee intervenes. Stars Ronnie Barker and Leslie Phillips. From January 1964.

Captain Povey calls on the crew of HMS Troutbridge to help him out of a domestic predicament.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey and Tenniel Evans as The Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1964.

Povey calls on the crew of Troutbridge to help him out of a domestic predicament.

Povey calls on the crew of Troutbridge to help him out of a domestic predicament. Stars Leslie Phillips. From January 1964.

With friends and relatives due for a visit aboard HMS Troutbridge, what has Pertwee got in mind?

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey and Tenniel Evans as The Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1964.

Friends and relatives are invited aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Friends and relatives are invited aboard HMS Troutbridge. Stars Leslie Phillips.

Friends and relatives are invited aboard HMS Troutbridge. Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Janet Brown. From January 1964.

The Troutbridge crew are all set for leave - after one tiny mission.

The crew of HMS Troutbridge is set for shore leave - if they can just manage to complete one tiny mission first.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson and Tenniel Evans as Leading Seamen Goldstein.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1964.

The Troutbridge crew are all set for leave - after one tiny mission. Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS

The Troutbridge crew are all set for leave - after one tiny mission. Stars Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From January 1964.

With HMS Troutbridge set for special escort duty, amorous Mr Phillips returns on a unicycle.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Queeg and Tenniel Evans as Leading Seamen Goldstein.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1965.

With HMS Troutbridge set for special escort duty, Mr Phillips returns on a unicycle.

With HMS Troutbridge set for special escort duty, amorous Mr Phillips returns on a unicycle. Stars Jon Pertwee. From July 1965.

The crew of HMS Troutbridge is sent to pursue some marine miscreants.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Queeg, Tenniel Evans as Leading Seamen Goldstein and Heather Chasen as Heather.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1965.

The crew of HMS Troutbridge is sent to pursue some marine miscreants. Stars Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From July 1965.

The crew of Troutbridge is sent to pursue some marine miscreants. From July 1965.

The crew of Troutbridge is sent to pursue some marine miscreants. Starring Leslie Philips and Jon Pertwee. From July 1965.

Captain Povey decides 'divide and rule' is the best way to deal with the crew of HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1965.

Captain Povey decides that 'divide and rule' is the best way to deal with HMS Troutbridge.

Captain Povey decides that 'divide and rule' is the best way to deal with Troutbridge.

Captain Povey decides that 'divide and rule' is the best way to deal with HMS Troutbridge. Starring Leslie Phillips. From July 1965.

Captain Povey decides that 'divide and rule' is the best way to deal with Troutbridge. Starring Leslie Phillips. From July 1965.

Stressed out Captain Povey is moving house and needs the crew of HMS Troutbridge to help shift the furniture.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Ronnie Barker as Captain Bell and Tenniel Evans as Uncle Ebeneezer .

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1965.

Captain Povey is moving house and needs to shift furniture. Step forward Pertwee.

Captain Povey is moving house and needs to shift furniture. Step forward Pertwee. Stars Leslie Phillips. From August 1965.

When Captain Povey catches a cold, the Number One takes over ensuring chaos aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Queeg. Michael Bates as Lieutenant Dingle and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1965.

When the Captain catches a cold, Murray takes over and chaos ensues. From August 1965.

When the Captain catches a cold, Murray takes over and chaos ensues. Starring Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From August 1965.

There's a mix-up when Pertwee bids for some high-class scrap metal at auction - and a whole lot more arrives than he's expecting!

There's a mix-up when Pertwee bids for some high-class scrap metal at auction - and a whole lot more arrives than he's expecting!

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Mr Merrivale, Michael Bates as Mr Coggins and Tenniel Evans as the Nunkie.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1965.

Pertwee buys high-class scrap metal at auction, but a whole lot more arrives than expected

Pertwee buys high-class scrap metal at auction, but a whole lot more arrives than expected. Stars Jon Pertwee. From August 1965.

Ordered on to a Nato exercise, the crew of HMS Troutbridge find themselves up in the air.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Parfitt, Michael Bates as Lieutenant Dingle and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1965.

Ordered on to a Nato exercise, HMS Troutbridge's crew find themselves up in the air.

More vintage mayhem on HMS Troutbridge with Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From August 1965.

Ordered on to a Nato exercise, HMS Troutbridge's crew find themselves up in the air. Stars Leslie Phillips. From August 1965.

Ordered on to a NATO exercise, the Troutbridge crew find themselves up in the air.

Ordered on to a NATO exercise, the Troutbridge crew find themselves up in the air. Stars Leslie Phillips. From August 1965.

Breaking off her engagement to Leslie, Heather looks elsewhere aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Michael Bates as the Padre and Tenniel Evans as the LS Goldestein.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1965.

Breaking off her engagement to Leslie, Heather looks elsewhere aboard HMS Troutbridge. Stars Leslie Phillips. From August 1965.

Able Seaman Johnson's culinary efforts cause havoc on HMS Troutbridge - with unexpected consequences!

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Michael Bates as the Padre and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1965.

Fatso Johnson's culinary efforts cause havoc, but avert a disaster.

When Goldstein spots something bobbing in the sea, panic erupts on HMS Troutbridge.

When Goldstein spots something bobbing in the sea, panic erupts on HMS Troutbridge. With Ronnie Barker. From September 1965.

When Goldstein spots something bobbing about in the sea, panic ensues on Troutbridge.

When Goldstein spots something bobbing about in the sea, panic ensues on Troutbridge. With Ronnie Barker. From September 1965.

The senior officers of HMS Troutbridge inflict havoc all over the South Downs.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Commander Ward, Michael Bates as the policeman and Tenniel Evans as the Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1965.

The senior officers of HMS Troutbridge inflict havoc all over the South Downs. Stars Leslie Phillips. From September 1965.

The senior officers of HMS Troutbridge inflict havoc all over the South Downs. From 1965.

The crew are confined to ship over fears of underhand interference aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Tenniel Evans as LS Goldstein and Michael Bates as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1965.

The crew are confined to ship over fears of underhand interference on HMS Troutbridge.

The crew are confined to ship over fears of underhand interference on HMS Troutbridge. Stars Jon Pertwee. From September 1965.

Sub-Lieutenant Phillips's navigation skills are hired out to a foreign power, but diplomacy breaks down.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as WREN Chasen, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Tenniel Evans as LS Goldstein and Michael Bates as the Potarneyland Officer.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1965.

Phillips' navigation skills are hired to a foreign power, but diplomacy breaks down.

Phillips' navigation skills are hired to a foreign power, but diplomacy breaks down. Stars Leslie Phillips. From September 1965.

Heather has to let Pertwee down gently before it leads to a brawl.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as Lieutenant Bates.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1965.

Heather has to let Pertwee down gently before it leads to a brawl. Stars Leslie Phillips.

Heather has to let Pertwee down gently before it leads to a brawl. Stars Leslie Phillips and Ronnie Barker. From August 1965.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Train Guard.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1966.

The crewmates return from leave, but there's no sign of Troutbridge. Stars Jon Pertwee.

The crewmates return from leave, but there's no sign of Troutbridge. Stars Jon Pertwee and Ronnie Barker. From September 1966.

AKA where Is Troutbridge?

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Flag Lieutenant.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1966.

HMS Troutbridge is Med-bound, but Pertwee's plans don't hold water. Stars Jon Pertwee.

HMS Troutbridge is Med-bound, but Pertwee's plans don't hold water. Stars Jon Pertwee and Ronnie Barker. From September 1966.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Queeg, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1966

There's a five-star mess when HMS Troutbridge goes for a refill. Stars Jon Pertwee.

There's a five-star mess when HMS Troutbridge goes for a refill. Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From September 1966.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as the Russian Trawler Captain, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Flag Lieutenant.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive

thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1966.

Troutbridge is on a top secret mission - but the inevitable disaster is plain to see.

Troutbridge is on a top secret mission, but the inevitable disaster is plain to see. Stars Jon Pertwee. From September 1966.

AKA Buoys Will Be Buoys

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Bird, Tenniel Evans as Sir Willoughby Todhunter-Brown and Michael Bates as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1966.

The crew of Troutbridge see stars at a fundraiser for seamen who are down on their luck.

The crew of Troutbridge see stars at a fundraiser for seamen who are down on their luck. Stars Jon Pertwee. From October 1966.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Able-Seaman Johnson and Michael Bates as the Admiral’s Flag Lieutenant .

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1966.

The senior Troutbridge crew head for the breakers yard aboard Number 1's first command.

The senior Troutbridge crew head for the breakers' yard aboard Number 1's first command. Stars Stephen Murray. From October 1966.

The senior Troutbidge crew head for the breakers yard aboard Number 1's first command.

Taking part in a joint forces exercise, can HMS Troutbridge make it to the landing zone?

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral, Michael Bates as Lieutenant Plumber and Ronnie Barker as Sergeant Coggins.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1966.

Taking part in a joint forces exercise, can HMS Troutbridge make it to the landing zone? Stars Jon Pertwee. From October 1966.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Tenniel Evans as Uncle Ebenezer, Michael Bates as the Padre and Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Queag.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1966.

Uncle Ebenezer's booking agency creates havoc for Commander Murray as he courts Heather.

Uncle Ebenezer's booking agency creates havoc for Commander Murray as he courts Heather. Stars Jon Pertwee. From October 1966.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Tenniel Evans as Taffy, Michael Bates as Captain Aitchison and Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Queag.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1966.

The navy's oldest Sub-Lieutenant causes upset when he gets ideas above his station.

The navy's oldest sub-lieutenant causes commotion when he gets ideas above his station. Stars Leslie Phillips. From October 1966.

The navy's oldest sub-lieutenant gets ideas above his station. Stars Leslie Phillips.

Phillips is getting too big for his boots as the idea of promotion leads him to start wearing an Admiral's attire. From 1966.

The navy's oldest Sub-Lieutenant causes upset when he gets ideas above his station. Stars Leslie Phillips. From October 1966.

Phillips is getting too big for his boots as the promise of promotion leads him to start wearing an Admiral's attire.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as the Russian Minister of Culture, Tenniel Evans as LS Goldstein, Michael Bates as The Padre and Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson.

With special guests Derek Francis as British Ambassador, Sir Jeremy Crichton-Buller and Frank Thornton as First Secretary, Henry Pettigrew. Both are characters from The Navy Lark spin-off – The Embassy Lark which ran from 1966 to 1968 set in the British Embassy in the fictional country of Tratvia.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1966.

VIPs from 'The Embassy Lark' hitch a ride aboard Troutbridge.

VIPs from the Embassy Lark hitch a ride aboard Troutbridge. Guest star Derek Francis.

VIPs from the Embassy Lark hitch a ride aboard Troutbridge. Guest stars Derek Francis and Frank Thornton. From November 1966.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Lady Todhunter-Brown, Michael Bates as Commander Bracewell, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell and Tenniel Evans as Sir Willoughby Todd Hunter-Brown.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1966.

HMS Troutbridge takes Sir Willoughby Todhunter Brown to France and bedlam ensues.

HMS Troutbridge takes Sir Willoughby Todhunter Brown to France, and bedlam ensues. Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1966.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Aunt Morpeth, Michael Bates as the Padre, Ronnie Barker as Lieutenant Queeg and Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Incidental Music by Tommy Riley and James Moody.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1966.

Has Pertwee finally come unstuck? Povey's certainly keen for a new Chief Petty Officer.

Has Pertwee finally come unstuck? Povey is certainly keen for a new Chief Petty Officer.

Has Pertwee finally come unstuck? Povey is certainly keen for a new Chief Petty Officer. Stars Jon Pertwee. From November 1966.

HMS Troutbridge prepares to set sail, but the clueless crew wonder where they're heading. Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1966.

HMS Troutbridge comes home, dragging vessels from around the world behind her.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Captain Hardcastle - Ronnie Barker

Captain Atchinson - Michael Bates

The longer audio replaces the BBC Transcription version which was edited for sale abroad.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

HMS Troutbridge comes home, dragging vessels from around the world behind her. Stars Leslie Phillips. From July 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Captain Hardcastle, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as Captain Atchinson.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

AKA back From The Antarctic

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS, JON PERTWEE and STEPHEN MURRAY.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey / Wren Heather Chasen - Heather Chasen

Able Seaman Johnson - Ronnie Barker

NAAFI Manager - Michael Bates

Taffy Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

AKA Fishing In Troubled Waters -

Also listed as Fishers Off The Faeroes

Can the inept crew of HMS Troutbridge manage to get it ship-shape for an inspection?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Second Officer McCluty - Heather Chasen

Taffy Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

Alfie - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

Can the inept crew of HMS Troutbridge get it ship-shape for an inspection?

Can the inept crew of the Troutbridge get it ship-shape for an inspection?

Can the inept crew of the Troutbridge get it ship-shape for an inspection? Stars Leslie Phillips. From July 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Second Officer McCluty, Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein and Michael Bates as Alfie.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

AKA a Filthy Ferryboat

Will Phillips' pursuit of the new WREN in Captain Povey's office end happily ever after?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Second Officer McCluty - Heather Chasen

Captain Hardcastle - Ronnie Barker

Taffy Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

The Padre....... Michael Bates

Wren Martin - Amanda Murray

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

Will Phillips' pursuit of the new Wren in Captain Povey's office end happily ever after? With Heather Chasen. From July 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Second Officer McCluty, Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein and Michael Bates as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Captain Povey.... Richard Caldicot

AKA jigsaws And Jemmies

Can the inept crew of HMS Troutbridge manage to discover where the rest of the fleet has sailed to?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Commander Bell - Ronnie Barker

Uncle - Tenniel Evans

The Sea Lord ....... Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

Can the inept crew discover where the rest of the fleet has gone?

Can the inept crew discover where the rest of the fleet has gone? Stars Leslie Phillips and Bill Pertwee. From July 1967.

Can the inept crew of HMS Troutbridge discover where the rest of the fleet has gone?

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Tenniel Evans as Uncle and Michael Bates as the Sea Lord.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

AKA the Navel Review

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

Able Seaman Johnson - Ronnie Barker

Engine Driver - Michael Bates

Uncle Ebenezer Pertwee - Tenniel Evans

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

Flag Lieut. - Michael Bates

Able Seaman Johnson - Ronnie Barker

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1967.

CPO Pertwee panics when a French frigate ties up at Troutbridge's berth.

With good reason, CPO Pertwee panics when a French frigate ties up at Troutbridge's berth.

Lieut. Murray - Stephen Murray

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

AB Johnson - Ronnie Barker

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Chief Detective Inspector Sharpe - Ronnie Barker

The Padre - Michael Bates

Taffy Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1967.

Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge fulfil a request to assist with police matter?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer/Mr Merrivale - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

Sergeant Coggins - Ronnie Barker

Lieutenant Plummer - Michael Bates

The Admiral/Leading Seaman Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1967.

Troutbridge needs a facelift preparation for the arrival of a new senior Wren.

HMS Troutbridge needs a facelift preparation for the arrival of a new senior WREN.

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, HEATHER CHASEN as Second Officer McCluty, RONNIE BARKER as Commander Bell, TENNIEL EVANS as Uncle and MICHAEL BATES as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1967.

Troutbridge needs a facelift preparation for the arrival of a new senior Wren. Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS. From September 1967.

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS, JON PERTWEE and STEPHEN MURRAY.

The Sub-Lieutenant....LESLIE PHILLIPS

The Chief Petty Officer....JON PERTWEE

The Number One....STEPHEN MURRAY

Captain Povey.... Richard Caldicot

Second Officer McCluty....HEATHER CHASEN

Commander Bell....RONNIE BARKER

Uncle....TENNIEL EVANS

The Padre....MICHAEL BATES

But is he the wisest choice?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Second Officer McCluty - Heather Chasen

Commander Bell - Ronnie Barker

Uncle - Tenniel Evans

The Padre ....... Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1967.

The wardroom is in a mess and needs to be refurnished.

Unfortunately, Murray gives an inebriated Pertwee the fund money to make the necessary purchases.

Oddly BBC7 listed this with the alternate title in brackets.

AKA (have Been Redecorating)

The crew discover HMS Troutbridge has been afloat for 25 years, so Pertwee plans some special silver commemorative gifts...

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey - Heather Chasen

Commander Bell - Ronnie Barker

The Padre ....... Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1967.

It's Troutbridge's 25th, and Pertwee plans some special commemorative gifts.

It's Troutbridge's 25th, and Pertwee plans some special commemorative gifts. With Richard Caldicot. From September 1967.

The crew discover HMS Troutbridge has been afloat for 25 years, so Pertwee plans some special commemorative gifts...

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

AKA(troutbridge's Silver Jubilee Party & (troutbridge's Silver Jubilee

And Cecil also has a memory bank that can answer any question.

Captain Povey hopes a fancy new communications system will help him keep better control of the crew aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Second Officer McCluty - Heather Chasen

Policeman - Ronnie Barker

The Flag Lieutenant. ....... Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1967.

This first transmission was a few weeks before the network was renamed BBC Radio 2.

Captain Povey hopes a new machine called Cecil will help him command Troutbridge.

Captain Povey hopes a new machine called Cecil will help him command Troutbridge. With Leslie Phillips. From September 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Second Officer McCluty, Ronnie Barker as Policeman, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Flag Lieutenant.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Cecil, a new combination of computer and teleprinter, is to be tested on Troutbridge.

And Cecil also has a memory bank that can answer any question.

Captain Povey.... Richard Caldicot

They head for the North Sea where the sealed orders are to be opened.

Can the inept crew of HMS Troutbridge manage to carry Sir Willoughby Todhunter-Brown to a secret rendezvous?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Russian Minister - Heather Chasen

Dorps - Ronnie Barker

Sir Willoughby Todhunter Brown - Tenniel Evans

Russian Frigate Captain. ....... Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1967.

This was the last episode broadcast on the Light - as by the following episode, the network had been renamed BBC Radio 2.

Can the inept Troutbridge crew take a VIP to a secret rendezvous?

Can the inept Troutbridge crew take a VIP to a secret rendezvous? Stars Leslie Phillips and Bill Pertwee. From September 1967.

Can the inept crew of HMS Troutbridge manage to take Sir Willoughby Todhunter-Brown to a secret rendezvous?

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as the Russian Minister, Ronnie Barker as Dorps, Tenniel Evans as Sir Willoughby Todhunter Brown and Michael Bates as the Russian Frigate Captain.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Troutbridge must take Sir Willoughby, a high-ranking VIP, to a top secret rendezvous.

They head for the North Sea where the sealed orders are to be opened.

Captain Povey.... Richard Caldicot

But it’s misdelivered to Captain Povey!

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

Uncle Ebenezer - Tenniel Evans

Able Seaman Johnson - Ronnie Barker

The Padre - Michael Bates

*** This was the first episode on Radio 2, after the network's name change from the BBC Light Programme

Pertwee's knock-off beer for his crewmates proves hard to swallow.

Chief Petty Officer Pertwee organises some knock-off beer for his crewmates. But his secret is out.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1967.

CPO Pertwee organises some knock-off beer for his crewmates. But his secret is out.

Mrs Povey insists that her snooty nephew, the odious Cuthbert, samples a career on the ocean wave.

Mrs Povey insists that her snooty nephew Cuthbert samples a career on the ocean wave aboard HMS Troutbridge!

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey - Heather Chasen

Commander Bell - Ronnie Barker

Taffy Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

Cuthbert. ....... Michael Bates

The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series between 1959 and 1976..

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1967.

Mrs Povey insists that her snooty nephew samples a career on the ocean waves.

All aboard HMS Troutbridge for more comic mishaps with its crew - and the odious Cuthbert. First heard in October 1967.

Mrs Povey insists that her snooty nephew samples a career on the ocean wave. Stars Jon Pertwee. From October 1967.

Mrs Povey insists that her snooty nephew samples a career on the ocean wave aboard HMS Troutbridge!

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Ronnie Barker as Commander Bell, Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein and Michael Bates as Cuthbert.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1967.

Povey's wife insists that her snooty nephew samples a naval career aboard Troutbridge.

Povey's wife insists that her snooty nephew samples a naval career aboard Troutbridge. Stars Jon Pertwee. From October 1967.

All aboard HMS Troughtbridge for more comic mishaps with its crew. First heard in October 1967.

Mrs Povey insists that her snooty nephew, the odious Cuthbert, samples a career on the ocean wave.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

Can Able Seaman Johnson win a 'man-powered flight' competition, despite the assistance of Pertwee?

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Able Seaman Johnson - Ronnie Barker

Taffy Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

The Padre. ....... Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1967.

Can Johnson win a 'man-powered flight' competition, despite the assistance of Pertwee?

Can Johnson win a 'man-powered flight' competition, despite the assistance of Pertwee? With Ronnie Barker. From October 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as Able Seaman Johnson, Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstein and Michael Bates as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

The Chief decides that they should enter the Man-Powered Flight Competition, and a one-man helicopter is built in Troutbridge's hold using numerous items stolen from the crew: the Padre's mini bicycle, Murray's golf clubs and Leslie's pyjamas.

Will it take off?

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS, JON PERTWEE and STEPHEN MURRAY.

Captain Povey.... Richard Caldicot

Will it take off?

Just how did lovely Leslie become a sub-Lieutenant on HMS Troutbridge?

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

Number One - Stephen Murray

Nurse - Heather Chasen

Chief Petty Officer Ball - Ronnie Barker

Uncle Ebenezer - Tenniel Evans

Captain Aitchison - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1967.

Just how did lovely Leslie become a sub-Lieutenant on HMS Troutbridge? Stars Jon Pertwee and Ronnie Barker. From October 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as the instructor, Heather Chasen as the nurse, Ronnie Barker as Chief Petty Officer Ball, Tenniel Evans as Uncle and Michael Bates as Captain Aitchison.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Number One.... Stephen Murray

Uncle.... Tenniel Evans

Uncle Ebenezer catches more than he bargains for whilst out trawling on his very fishy scam.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Able Seaman Johnson - Ronnie Barker

Uncle - Tenniel Evans

The Curator ....... Michael Bates

Uncle Ebenezer catches more than he bargains for while out trawling on his fishy scam.

Uncle Ebenezer catches more than he bargains for while out trawling on his fishy scam. Stars Jon Pertwee. From September 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as the Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Tenniel Evans as Uncle and Michael Bates as the Curator.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

Pertwee's wheeling and dealing leaves HMS Troutbridge in the firing line.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Landlord - Richard Caldicot

Rene - Heather Chasen

Able Seaman Johnson - Ronnie Barker

The Flag Lieutenant ....... Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in November 1967.

Pertwee's wheeling and dealing leaves Troutbridge in the firing line.

Pertwee's wheeling and dealing leaves Troutbridge in the firing line. With Leslie Phillips. From November 1967.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Number One, Richard Caldicot as the Landlord, Heather Chasen as Rene, Ronnie Barker as AS Johnson, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Flag Lieutenant.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1967.

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS, JON PERTWEE and STEPHEN MURRAY.

Stand by for crossed wires when HMS Troutbridge is linked up to shore power.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

LS Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

The Padre ....... Michael Bates

Sid - Lawrie Wyman

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heathe, Tenniel Evans as LS Goldstein, Michael Bates as the Padre and Lawrie Wyman as Sid.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Stand by for crossed wires, when HMS Troutbridge is linked up to shore power. With Leslie Phillips. From October 1968.

Captain Povey is keen to clear the decks of HMS Troutbridge and sees his opportunity to get rid of Murray when he learns that those over 26 are in line for redundancy.

But Number One fights back.

Povey believes that those over 26 are in line for redundancy. He sees his opportunity to get rid of Murray. From October 1968.

Captain Povey is keen to clear the decks of HMS Troutbridge, but Number One fights back.

Captain Povey's keen to clear the decks of HMS Troutbridge, but Number One fights back.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates and Lawrie Wyman as the Captains.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Captain Povey is keen to clear the decks of HMS Troutbridge, but Number One fights back. Stars Stephen Murray. From October 1968.

Captain Povey is keen to clear the decks of Troutbridge, but Number One fights back.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

The Captains - Michael Bates/Lawrie Whyman

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1968.

Its arguable that a certain dinner-suited bird has captured our hearts and minds more than any other creature over the centuries. As Brett Westwood discovers, Penguins remind us of ourselves - Like us they stand upright, they travel in groups, they communicate all the time and they walk (or waddle) on land. They have both entertained us and taught us life lessons. Our earliest encounters with Penguins very often resulted in the slaughter of these flightless birds for food and oil and they may well have gone the same way as the Great Auk had public campaigns to put an end to their slaughter not been successful. Since then, they have been adopted as a brand name for books and biscuits inspired music, animations, films, TV shows, children’s stories and there is even a Penguin Post Office, surrounded by Penguins, on a tiny island in Antarctica where you can post a card with a Penguin stamp.

First broadcast in a longer form : 18th September 2018

Original Producer (2018) : Sarah Bunt

Archive Producer (2023) : Andrew Dawes

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Leading Seaman Goldstein / Uncle 'Nunkey' Ebeneezer - Tenniel Evans

The Customs Officer - Michael Bates

Able Seaman Simpson - Nigel Graham

Able Seaman Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in October 1968.

Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge dodge being caught for smuggling? Stars Leslie Phillips.

Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge avoid disaster and dodge being caught for smuggling? Stars Leslie Phillips. From October 1968.

CAST:

Number 1 - Stephen Murray

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

Leading Seaman Goldstein/Uncle Ebenezer - Tenniel Evans

The Padre - Michael Bates

Commander Trotter - Alan Reeve-Jones

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1968.

Chief Petty Officer Pertwee flies into a panic when Commander Bell is replaced.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey - Heather Chasen

The Admiral / Leading Seaman Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

Leading Seaman Harper - Nigel Graham

Vice Admiral Buttonshaw - Jon Pertwee

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in November 1968.

Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge handle the trial of a new top secret missile system? Stars Leslie Phillips. From November 1968.

AKA Sub-conductor Phillips

Phillips has money worries and a worn-out uniform. Can his HMS Troutbridge crew-mate Pertwee help him out?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Nunky - Tenniel Evans

The Padre ....... Michael Bates

Clarence - Nigel Graham

AS Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

One of the crew has money worries. Can a new credit card help?

One of the crew has money worries. Can a new credit card help? Stars Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From November 1968.

One of the crew has money worries. Can a new credit card help? Stars Leslie Phillips and Bill Pertwee. From November 1968.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Tenniel Evans as Nunky, Michael Bates as the Padre, Nigel Graham as Clarence and Lawrie Wyman as AS Tiddy.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Captain Povey.... Richard Caldicot

Heather.... Heather Chasen

Pertwee is aghast to discover an oversight may end his naval career aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Pertwee is aghast to learn that an oversight may bring his naval career to an end.

Pertwee is aghast to learn that an oversight may bring his naval career to an end. Stars Leslie Phillips. From December 1968.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Tenniel Evans as LS Goldstein, Michael Bates as the Padre and Lawrie Wyman as AS Tiddy.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey - Heather Chasen

LS Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

The Padre ....... Michael Bates

AS Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

Captain Povey.... Richard Caldicot

AKA Pertwee's Enlistment Expires

Captain Povey is reluctantly at the helm.

HMS Troutbridge takes part in a NATO exercise, with a reluctant Captain Povey at the helm.

A mix-up at the dry cleaners leads to an unexpected promotion for Sub Lt Phillips.

A mix-up at the dry-cleaners leads to an unexpected promotion for Sub Lt. Phillips aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, HEATHER CHASEN as Heather, TENNIEL EVANS as the Admiral, MICHAEL BATES as the Rear Admiral and Lawrie Wyman as AS Tiddy.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

A mix-up at the dry cleaners leads to an unexpected promotion for Sub Lt Phillips. Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS. From December 1968.

A mix-up at the dry-cleaners leads to an unexpected promotion for Sub Lieutenant Phillips aboard HMS Troutbridge.

A mix-up at the dry-cleaners sparks an unexpected promotion for Sub Lieutenant Phillips.

A mix-up at the dry cleaners sparks an unexpected promotion for Sub Lt Phillips.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

AS Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Rear Admiral ....... Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in December 1968.

Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge rise to the occasion of a birthday celebration? Stars Leslie Phillips. From December 1968.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1968.

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

Number 1 - Stephen Murray

CPO Pertwee/Commander Wetherby - Jon Pertwee

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

Leading Seaman Goldstein/Uncle Ebenezer - Tenniel Evans

Able Seaman Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1969.

A 'nasty' in Nunkie's nicked nets nearly knocks the nautical nincompoops into next week.

A ‘nasty' nestling in Nunkie's nicked nets nearly knocks the nautical nincompoops into next week. Stars Jon Pertwee. From 1969.

A mix-up at the dry cleaners leads to an unexpected promotion for Sub Lt Phillips.

A mix-up at the dry cleaners leads to an unexpected promotion for Sub Lt Phillips. Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS. From December 1968.

A mix-up at the dry-cleaners leads to an unexpected promotion for Sub Lt. Phillips aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral, Michael Bates as the Rear Admiral and Lawrie Wyman as AS Tiddy.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in December 1968.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

CAST:

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

Number 1 - Stephen Murray

CPO Pertwee - Jon Pertwee

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

Commander Bracewell - Michael Bates

Harold Wilson - Alan Reeve-Jones

Mary Wilson - Elizabeth Morgan

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1969.

HMS Troutbridge inadvertently hosts a high profile inspection. Stars Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From 1969.

Can the inept crew help a scientist complete their research mission?

Can the inept crew of HMS Troutbridge manage to help a scientist complete their research mission?

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral, Michael Bates as the Professor, Lawrie Wyman as AS Tiddy and Elizabeth Morgan as the Mini-Skirted Spy.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Can the inept crew help a scientist complete their research mission? Stars Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From January 1969.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number Oner - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey - Heather Chasen

The Professor ....... Michael Bates

AS Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

The Spy - Elizabeth Morgan

The Number One - Stephen Murray

A lost toothbrush sparks angst for the crew of HMS Troutbridge.

A lost toothbrush sparks angst for the crew of HMS Troutbridge.

A lost toothbrush sparks chaos amongst the crew aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral, Michael Bates as the Commander and Lawrie Wyman as AS Tiddy.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

A lost toothbrush sparks angst for the crew of HMS Troutbridge. Stars Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From February 1969.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant.... Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer.... Jon Pertwee

The Number One.... Stephen Murray

Captain Povey.... Richard Caldicot

Heather.... Heather Chasen

The Admiral.... Tenniel Evans

The Commander.... Michael Bates

AS Tiddy.... Lawrie Wyman

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

Laughs afloat aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

The Admiral/ Leading Seaman Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

Commander Bracewell/Rear Admiral Ironbridge - Michael Bates

Able Seaman Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

A stray toothbrush reveals a major flaw in the design of the Royal Navy's fleet. Stars Leslie Phillips. From 1969.

Whenever the crew of HMS Troutbridge return from leave, Portsmouth Dockyard normally locks everything up and runs for cover.

But not this time.

Everyone from the Admiral downwards just doubles up with laughter.

Something highly unpleasant is about to fall on them from a very great height.

But what?

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

The Padre - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in December 1969.

The daily routine is disrupted for the crew of HMS Troutbridge

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Back from shore leave, the crew's daily routine is set to be disrupted aboard HMS Troutbridge! Stars Leslie Phillips. From 1969.

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Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge come to terms with a possible promotion from the lower ranks?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer / Commander Weatherby...... Jon Pertwee

The CO - Stephen Murray

The Admiral / Leading Seaman Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

Captain Atchison / The Padre - Michael Bates

Captain Titchwell - Lawrie Wyman

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in January 1970 .

Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge cope with a promotion from the lower ranks?

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge face up to a possible promotion from the lower ranks? Stars Leslie Phillips. From 1970.

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

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Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge manage to answer a call for help from a British embassy?

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer / Vice Admiral Buttonshaw...... Jon Pertwee

The CO - Stephen Murray

Lt Sharp - Tenniel Evans

The Padre - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in January 1970.

The crew of HMS Troutbridge get call for help from a British embassy.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge answer a call for help from a British embassy? Stars Leslie Phillips. From January 1970.

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

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Lovelorn Leslie is set up with a blind date as a plus-one for a posh do aboard HMS Troutbridge.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer / Commander Wetherby...... Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

WREN Chasen/Myrtle - Heather Chasen

Sir Willoughby Todd Hunter-Brown - Tenniel Evans

The Padre - Michael Bates

Able Seaman Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in January 1970.

Leslie is set up with a blind date aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Lovelorn Leslie is set up with a blind date as a plus-one for a posh do aboard HMS Troutbridge. With Leslie Phillips. From 1970.

CPO Pertwee/Commander Wetherby - Jon Pertwee

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

CO Murray - Stephen Murray

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Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge overcome the odds and win the fleet initiative test?

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey - Heather Chasen

Mayor of Calais - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in February 1970.

Can the HMS Troutbridge crew manage to win the fleet initiative test?

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Can the crew of HMS Troutbridge overcome the odds and win the fleet initiative test? Stars Leslie Phillips. From February 1972.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The CO - Stephen Murray

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Chief Petty Officer Pertwee faces disappointment after a meeting with Captain Povey.

How can the crew of HMS Troutbridge help?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Romana - Heather Chasen

Taffy Goldstein / Uncle Ebenezer - Tenniel Evans

The Padre - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in February 1970.

The Chief Petty Officer is facing a setback.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Pertwee faces a setback after a meeting with Captain Povey aboard HMS Troutbridge. Stars Jon Pertwee. From February 1970.

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HMS Troutbridge is sent to investigate eerie lights spotted off the coast of the Isle of Wight.

Stars Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray.

Frank Thornton stands-in for Jon Pertwee, who was busy filming ‘Doctor Who for BBC TV. He plays Pertwee's cousin.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

Chief Petty Officer Nathaniel Pertwee - Frank Thornton

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

WREN Chasen/Ramona Povie - Heather Chasen

Uncle Ebenezer/LS Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

The Padre/Commander Bracewell - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in February 1970.

Troutbridge is sent to investigate eerie lights spotted off the Isle of Wight.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

HMS Troutbridge is sent to investigate eerie lights spotted off the coast of the Isle of Wight. With Frank Thornton. From 1970.

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

CO Murray - Stephen Murray

CPO Nathaniel Pertwee - Frank Thornton

Frank Thornton stands-in for Jon Pertwee, who was busy filming ‘Doctor Who'. He plays Jonsie's cousin, Nathaniel.

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When espionage is suspected in the dockyard, Commanding Officer Murray's furtive behaviour makes him a suspect...

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer//Commander Weatherby - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Rita Ffont-Bittocks/WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

LS Goldstein/The Admiral - Tenniel Evans

Admiral Ironbridge - Michael Bates

Producer: Alastair Scott-Johnston

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in February 1970.

CO Murray's furtive behaviour raises suspicions of dockyard espionage

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

The Commanding Officer's furtive behaviour sparks suspicion over fears of dockyard espionage. Stars Stephen Murray. From 1970.

CO Murray's furtive behaviour makes him appear guilty when dockyard espionage is suspected.

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

CO Murray - Stephen Murray

CPO Pertwee/Commander Weatherby - Jon Pertwee

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Captain Povey lands in hot water after breaking his birthday present from Ramona.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Ramona Povey - Heather Chasen

The Padre - Michael Bates

Producer: Alastair Scott-Johnston

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1970.

Captain Povey lands in hot water with Ramona.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Captain Povey is in hot water after breaking his birthday present from Ramona. Stars Heather Chasen. From 1970.

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

CO Murray - Stephen Murray

CPO Pertwee - Jon Pertwee

LS Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

Captain Povey is in hot water after breaking his birthday present from Ramona. With Heather Chasen. From 1970.

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The crew are taken on an unexpected voyage - who can save them?

Classic comedy aboard HMS Troughtbridge. Leslie Philips stars as Sub Lt Philips with the ship's hapless crew. From March 1970.

When the crew of HMS Troutbridge are taken on an unexpected voyage - who can save them?

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Natasha, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral, Michael Bates as Igor and Lawrie Wyman as AS Tiddy.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

When the crew are taken on an unexpected voyage - who can save them? From March 1970.

The crew are taken on an unexpected voyage - who can save them? Stars Leslie Phillips and Michael Bates. From March 1970.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Natasha - Heather Chasen

Igor - Michael Bates

AS Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

The HMS Troutbridge crew take an unexpected voyage - who can save them? Stars Leslie Phillips and Michael Bates. From 1970.

The Number One - Stephen Murray

When the crew are taken on an unexpected voyage - who can save them? Stars Leslie Phillips and Michael Bates. From March 1970.

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With the HMS Troutbridge crew involved – will the happy couple make it up the aisle?

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Rita - Heather Chasen

The Padre - Michael Bates

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1970.

Can the HMS Troutbridge rise to the occasion when wedding bells are in the air?

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

With the HMS Troutbridge crew involved – will the happy couple make it up the aisle? Stars Leslie Phillips. From 1970.

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Commander Murray returns for duty after marrying Rita, the Admiral's daughter.

Meanwhile CPO Pertwee has smuggled a locker-full of Portuguese contraband wine from a recent trip and fears that he will be found out.

CO Murray - Stephen Murray

CPO Pertwee - Jon Pertwee

Sub-Lieut. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

Rita/WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

Professor Munnings/The Padre - Michael Bates

As Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

Producer: Alastair Scott-Johnston

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1970.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Long-running classic BBC comedy.

With Heather Chasen.

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The suspicious crew of HMS Troutbridge wonder why Chief Petty Officer Pertwee is being so generous.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Netta - Heather Chasen

Able Seaman Ginger - Michael Bates

Producer: Alastair Scott-Johnston

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1970.

Why is the Chief Petty Officer Pertwee being so generous to the crew?

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

The HMS Troutbridge crew wonder why Chief Petty Officer Pertwee is being so generous. Stars Leslie Phillips. From March 1970.

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The Sub-Lieutenant is shocked when he receives an offer to teach at naval college.

Sub-Lieut Phillips - Leslie Phillips

CO Murray - Stephen Murray

CPO Pertwee - Jon Pertwee

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

LS Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

Rear Admiral Evans - Michael Bates

Producer: Alastair Scott-Johnston

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in April 1970.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

The Sub-Lieutenant is shocked when he receives an offer to teach at the naval college. Starring Leslie Phillips. From 1970.

The Sub-Lieutenant is shocked to receive an offer to teach at naval college.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Phillips is shocked to be asked to teach at naval college.

The Sub-Lieutenant is shocked to receive an offer to teach at the naval college. Starring Leslie Phillips. From 1970.

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When HMS Troutbridge collides with a boat, the crew stumble into an unexpected scenario.

The final episode of the series.

CO Murray - Stephen Murray

CPO Pertwee - Jon Pertwee

Sub-Lieut Phillips - Leslie Phillips

Ramona Povey - Heather Chasen

The Admiral/LS Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

Professor Charles - Michael Bates

LS Tiddy - Lawrie Wyman

The Mini-Skirted Spy - Elizabeth Morgan

Producer: Alastair Scott-Johnston

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in April 1970.

The crew of HMS Troutbrigde stumble into a surprise turn of events.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

When HMS Troutbridge collides with a boat, the crew stumble into an unexpected scenario. Stars Leslie Phillips. From 1970.

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Sub-Lieutenant Phillips' love-life causes havoc at sea for the crew of HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

CO Murray - Stephen Murray

CPO Pertwee/Vice Admiral Button-Shaw - Jon Pertwee

Sub Lt. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

Captain Povey - Richard Caldicote

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

LS Goldstein - Teniel Evans

Vice Admiral Ironbridge - Michael Bates

WREN Vera Penfold - Norma Ronald

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in June 1971.

Phillips' love-life sparks havoc at sea for the HMS Troutbridge crew.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Sub-Lieutenant Phillips' love-life causes havoc at sea for the crew of HMS Troutbridge. Stars Leslie Phillips. From June 1971.

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Chief Petty Officer Pertwee starts fundraising for a very special cause - his own financial black hole...

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Rita - Heather Chasen

The Padre. - Michael Bates

CPO Pertwee starts fundraising for a cause - his own!

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Chief Petty Officer Pertwee starts fundraising for a cause - his own financial black hole. Stars Jon Pertwee. From May 1971.

Board HMS Troutbridge with Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray in a classic episode. First heard April 1971.

Board HMS Troutbridge with Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray in a classic navy episode. First heard April 1971.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Rita, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Padre.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1971.

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The ship's crew is set to be disbanded if Povey gets his way, but Pertwee has a cunning plan.

The crew of HMS Troutbridge is set to be disbanded if Povey gets his way, but Pertwee has a cunning plan.

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, HEATHER CHASEN as Heather, TENNIEL EVANS as the Admiral and MICHAEL BATES as Lieutenant Burkett.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

The crew is set to be disbanded if Povey gets his way - but Pertwee has a cunning plan.

Stars Jon Pertwee.

All aboard HMS Troughtbridge for more nautical mayhem caused by the crew, in this edition from May 1975.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1971.

The ship's crew is set to be disbanded if Povey gets his way, but Pertwee has a cunning plan. Stars Jon Pertwee. From May 1971.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Lieutenant Burkett . ....... Michael Bates

First broadcast on BBC Radio2 in May 1971.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

The crew is set to be disbanded if Povey gets his way - but Pertwee has a cunning plan. Stars Jon Pertwee. From May 1971.

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Sub-Lieutenant Phillips love-life is causing more havoc at sea for the crew of HMS Troutbridge.

Sub-Lieutenant Phillips' love-life causes havoc at sea for the crew of HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

Sub-Lieutenant Phillips love-life is causing more havoc at sea for the crew of HMS Troutbridge. From 1971.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey and Heather Chasen as Heather.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1971.

Sub-Lieutenant Phillips' love-life causes havoc at sea for the crew of HMS Troutbridge. Stars Leslie Phillips. From June 1971.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

CO Murray - Stephen Murray

CPO Pertwee/Vice Admiral Button-Shaw - Jon Pertwee

Sub Lt. Phillips - Leslie Phillips

Captain Povey - Richard Caldicote

WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

LS Goldstein - Teniel Evans

Vice Admiral Ironbridge - Michael Bates

WREN Vera Penfold - Norma Ronald

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in June 1971.

Phillips' love-life sparks havoc at sea for the HMS Troutbridge crew.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

Laughs a-plenty aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

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There's trouble afloat as the crew of Troutbridge try to locate an American warhead.

Trouble afloat as the crew of HMS Troutbridge try to locate an American warhead.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

Stars Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Rita, Tenniel Evans as LS Goldsein and Michael Bates as the Padre.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1971.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Rita - Heather Chasen

LS Goldsein - Tenniel Evans

The Padre ....... Michael Bates

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

The HMS Troutbridge crew try to locate an American warhead.

Trouble afloat as the crew of HMS Troutbridge try to locate an American warhead. Stars Leslie Phillips. From June 1971.

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A recruitment drive sparks some creative writing, but the Chief does some creative scheming.

There's a recruitment drive underway and the crew gets down to some creative writing.

There's a recruitment drive underway, so the crew gets down to some creative writing.

A recruitment drive sparks some creative writing; the Chief does some creative scheming.

A recruitment drive sparks some creative writing aboard HMS Troutbridge, but the Chief does some creative scheming.

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, TENNIEL EVANS as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Rear Admiral.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1971.

A recruitment drive sparks some creative writing, but the Chief does some creative scheming. Stars Jon Pertwee. From June 1971.

A recruitment drive sparks creative writing, but the Chief does some creative scheming.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey - Heather Chasen

The Rear Admiral ....... Michael Bates

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

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The blundering crew of HMS Troutbridge crew take the Governor and his wife on a trip to China.

200th anniversary programme starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Tenniel Evans as Sir Willoughby Todhunter Brown, Heather Chasen as Lady Willoughby Todhunter Brown and Michael Bates as Commander Bracewell.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1971.

The blundering Troutbridge crew take the governor and his wife to the famous Chinese city.

The blundering Troutbridge crew take the governor and his wife to the famous Chinese city. Stars Tenniel Evans. From June 1971.

More scurrilous antics from the crew of HMS Troughtbridge. From June 1971.

HMS Troutbridge heads to the Isle of Wight and Captain Povey needs a favour from the crew.

More laughs ahoy with Messrs Pertwee and Phillips and Stephen Murray as Number 1. From July 1971.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Michael Bates as Rear Admiral Ironbridge and Norma Ronald as Belinda.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1971.

HMS Troutbridge heads to the Isle of Wight, and Captain Povey needs a favour from the crew. Stars Leslie Phillips. From July 1971.

As Troutbridge heads to the Isle of Wight, Captain Povey needs a favour from the crew.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in June 1971.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey - Heather Chasen

The Rear Admiral ....... Michael Bates

Belinda - Norma Ronald

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

As Troutbridge heads to the Isle of Wight, Captain Povey needs a favour from the crew. Stars Leslie Phillips. From July 1971.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

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Monstrous goings on when the crew of HMS Troutbridge hit Scotland.

More irreverent humour from the motley crew of HMS Troutbridge. From July 1971.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Heather, Michael Bates as Captain Aitchison and Tenniel Evans as the Landlord.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1971.

Monstrous goings on when the crew of HMS Troutbridge hit Scotland. Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From July 1971.

Monstrous goings on when the crew of HMS Troutbridge hit Scotland. From July 1971.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Monstrous goings on when the crew of HMS Troutbridge arrive in Scotland.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

The Landlord - Tenniel Evans

Captain Aitchison ....... Michael Bates

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evan

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in June 1971.

Chaotic comedy aboard HMS Troutbridge. Long-running classic BBC comedy.

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Confusion abounds when Troutbridge gets a telly makeover as a German wartime frigate.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

Confusion abounds when HMS Troutbridge gets a telly makeover as a German wartime frigate.

CAST:

The Sub-Lieutenant

Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Michael Bates as the Rear Admiral and TENNIEL EVANS as the Admiral.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1972.

Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips are all at sea in this episode from March 1972.

Confusion abounds when Troutbridge gets a telly makeover as a German wartime frigate. Stars Leslie Phillips. From March 1972.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Ramona Povey - Heather Chasen

The Rear Admiral - Michael Bates

Freda - June Whitfield

Confusion abounds when HMS Troutbridge gets a makeover for TV as a German wartime frigate.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Mrs Povey - Heather Chasen

Commander Bell - Ronnie Barker

Taffy Goldstein - Tenniel Evans

Cuthbert. ....... Michael Bates

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

As Commander Murray adapts to wedded life, a newly installed navigation aid sparks problems for Phillips.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Mrs Povey, Michael Bates as AS Ginger and Tenniel Evans as the LS Goldstein.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1972.

As Commander Murray adapts to wedded life, Phillips has an affair with a computer.

As Commander Murray adapts to wedded life, Phillips has an affair with a computer. Stars Stephen Murray. From April 1972.

All aboard HMS Troughtbridge for another nautical mishap from April 1972.

More irreverent humour from the motley crew of HMS Troutbridge.

More irreverent humour from the motley crew of HMS Troutbridge. From April 1972. BD=20040213 Duration=30

More irreverent humour from the motley crew of HMS Troutbridge. From April 1972. BD=20040212 Duration=30

Sub-Lieutenant Phillips heads for a warship exchange, but ends up the victim of espionage. With Leslie Phillips. From May 1972.

Sub-Lieutenant Phillips heads for a warship exchange, but ends up the victim of espionage.

With Leslie Phillips.

More irreverent humour from the motley crew of HMS Troutbridge From May 1972.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Tanya, Michael Bates as the Padre and Tenniel Evans as the LS Goldstein.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1972.

Sub-Lieutenant Phillips heads for a warship exchange, but ends up the victim of espionage. With Leslie Phillips. From May 1972.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant.... Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer.... Jon Pertwee

The Number One.... Stephen Murray

Captain Povey.... Richard Caldicot

Tanya.... Heather Chasen

LS Goldstein.... Tenniel Evans

The Padre.... Michael Bates

Leslie Phillips gets taken aboard a Forbodian frigate to teach them navigational secrets.

Phillip's promotion struggle is overshadowed by his nautical fantasy of Lord Nelson.

Sub-Lieutenant Phillips is up for promotion, but will his Lord Nelson fantasy help or hinder?

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Lady Hamilton, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Vice-Admiral.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1972.

Leslie Phillips gets taken aboard a Forbodian frigate to teach them navigational secrets. From May 1972.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

Phillips is up for promotion, but will his Lord Nelson fantasy help or hinder? With Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From May 1972.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Number One - Stephen Murray

Lady Hamilton - Heather Chasen

The Vice-Admiral . ....... Michael Bates

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

Phillip's promotion struggle is overshadowed by his nautical fantasy of Lord Nelson. Stars Leslie Phillips. From May 1972.

An entertainment contest is held aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Will a star be born? The crew audition for a talent contest aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

CAST:

Sub-Lieutenant

Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Wren Simkins, TENNIEL EVANS as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Vice-Admiral.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1972.

More fun and games, when an entertainment contest is held aboard HMS Troutbridge. Starring Leslie Philips and Jon Pertwee. From June 1972.

Will a star be born? The crew audition for a talent contest aboard HMS Troutbridge. Stars Leslie Phillips. From June 1972.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

WREN Simkins - Heather Chasen

The Vice-Admiral - Michael Bates

Will a star be born? The crew aboard HMS Troutbridge audition for a talent contest.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

The day proves unlucky for the superstitious crew of HMS Troutbridge.

Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips.

The day proves unlucky for the superstitious crew aboard HMS Troutbridge.

CAST:

CPO Pertwee/Commander Wetherby

The day proves unlucky for the superstitious crew of HMS Troutbridge. Stars JON PERTWEE and LESLIE PHILLIPS. From June 1972.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Rita, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as the Lieutenant.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in June 1972.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

The day proves unlucky for the superstitious crew of HMS Troutbridge. From June 1972.

CPO Pertwee/Commander Wetherby - Jon Pertwee

Sub Lt Phillips/Captain MacDoom - Leslie Phillips

CO Murray/Lord Quirk, The Sea Lord - Stephen Murray

Captain Povey - Richard Caldicote

WREN Simkins/Matron/Rita Murray/WREN Chasen - Heather Chasen

Lt Burkett [MOD]/Captain Atcherson/DS Ickmore/Blenkinsop - Michael Bates

Lt Deacon [MOD]/The Admiral - Tenniel Evans

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Rita - Heather Chasen

Lieutenant Burkett - Michael Bates

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

Pertwee's potent beer sparks an explosive opening ceremony aboard HMS Troutbridge.

Stars JON PERTWEE.

Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Myrtle, TENNIEL EVANS as the Nunkyl and Michael Bates as the Professor.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

More irreverent humour from the motley crew of HMS Troutbridge. From June 1972.

Pertwee's potent beer sparks an explosive opening ceremony aboard HMS Troutbridge. Stars Jon Pertwee. From June 1972.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Myrtle - Heather Chasen

Uncle Ebenezer - Tenniel Evans

The Professor - Michael Bates

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

CAST:

Four days of leave in Montezuela.

What could possibly go wrong?

Ramona Povey causes havoc on HMS Troutbridge's goodwill visit.

Stars Richard Caldicot and Heather Chasen.

Ramona Povey causes havoc on HMS Troutbridge's goodwill visit to Montezuela.

Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Ramona Povey, TENNIEL EVANS as Carlo and Michael Bates as Manuelo.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

Ramona Povey causes havoc on HMS Troutbridge's goodwill visit. Stars Richard Caldicot and Heather Chasen. From July 1973.

CAST:

Navy's Here, The [drama]

Ramona Povey causes havoc on HMS Troutbridge's goodwill visit. From July 1973.

Ramona Povey causes havoc as HMS Troutbridge makes a goodwill visit to Montezuela.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Ramona Povey - Heather Chasen

Carlo - Tenniel Evans

Manuelo - Michael Bates

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

All aboard HMS Troutbridge with Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray in a classic episode from 1973.

HMS Troutbridge sails into trouble over some island evacuations. Stars Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray. From August 1973.

The Troutbridge is sent to evacuate an island which may be engulfed in a volcanic eruption.

HMS Troutbridge sails into trouble over some island evacuations.

Stars LESLIE PHILLIPS and STEPHEN MURRAY.

AKA The Digital Isle Goes Unstable

Povey causes mayhem aboard HMS Troutbridge, in this episode first broadcast in September 1973.

Captain Povey's wife Ramona lands him in a Singapore stew.

Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray.

The Sub-Lieutenant - Leslie Phillips

The Chief Petty Officer - Jon Pertwee

The Commanding Officer - Stephen Murray

Clarissa - Heather Chasen

Albert - Michael Bates

Lady Fabia - Elizabeth Morgan

Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Clarissa, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral, Michael Bates as Albert and Elizabeth Morgan as Lady Fabia.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

Captain Povey's wife Ramona lands him in a Singapore stew. Stars Stephen Murray and Jon Pertwee. From September 1973.

Captain Povey's wife Ramona lands him in a Singapore stew. From September 1973.

Povey causes mayhem aboard HMS Troughtbridge.

Captain Povey's wife Ramona lands him in a Singapore stew.

Stars Stephen Murray and Jon Pertwee.

Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, HEATHER CHASEN as Clarissa, TENNIEL EVANS as the Admiral, MICHAEL BATES as Albert and ELIZABETH MORGAN as Lady Fabia.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

Captain Povey's wife Ramona lands him in a Singapore stew. Stars Stephen Murray and Jon Pertwee. From September 1973.

Captain Povey's wife Ramona lands him in a Singapore stew. From September 1973.

Captain Povey's wife Ramona lands him in a Singapore stew.

Povey causes mayhem aboard HMS Troughtbridge.

Starring LESLIE PHILLIPS as the Sub-Lieutenant, JON PERTWEE as the Chief Petty Officer, STEPHEN MURRAY as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Clarissa, TENNIEL EVANS as the Admiral, Michael Bates as Albert and ELIZABETH MORGAN as Lady Fabia.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

There's chaos afloat when the crew of HMS Troutbridge are asked to test a new top secret weapon.

Chaos afloat as the Troutbridge crew tests a new top secret weapon.

Chaos afloat as the Troutbridge crew set out to test a new top secret weapon.

Stars Leslie Phillips.

Chaos afloat as the crew of HMS Troutbridge set out to test a new top secret weapon.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Professor White, Heather Chasen as Agent No 2, Tenniel Evans as Taffy Goldstienl, Michael Bates as the Padre and June Whitfield as the Mistress.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

Chaos afloat as the Troutbridge crew set out to test a new top secret weapon. Stars Leslie Phillips. From October 1973.

Chaos afloat as the Troutbridge crew tests a new top secret weapon. From October 1973.

HMS Troutbridge sets sail with Phillips let loose on a new navigational aid.

HMS Troutbridge sets sail with Phillips let loose on a new navigational aid.

Stars Jon Pertwee.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Wren Chasen, Tenniel Evans as the Admiral and Michael Bates as Mr Harris.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

A chronicle of events aboard HMS Troutbridge. First broadcast in November 1975.

Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee cause chaos aboard ship.

HMS Troutbridge sets sail, with Phillips let loose on a new navigational aid. Stars Jon Pertwee. From November 1975.

Senior Troutbridge officers fear the worst when they're summoned to the Admiralty.

All aboard HMS Troutbridge with Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray in a classic navy episode from 1976.

Senior Troutbridge officers fear the worst when they are summoned to the Admiralty.

Senior officers aboard HMS Troutbridge fear the worst when they're summoned to the Admiralty.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Rita, Tenniel Evans as Bonzo, Michael Bates as the Admiral, April Walker as Wren Barrett and Pete Murray as Himself.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

Senior Troutbridge officers fear the worst when they are summoned to the Admiralty. Stars Stephen Murray. From January 1976.

Senior Troutbridge officers fear the worst when they're summoned to the Admiralty.

Senior Troutbridge officers fear the worst when they are summoned to the Admiralty.

Senior officers aboard HMS Troutbridge fear the worst when they're summoned to the Admiralty.

Starring Leslie Phillips as the Sub-Lieutenant, Jon Pertwee as the Chief Petty Officer, Stephen Murray as the Commanding Officer, Richard Caldicot as Captain Povey, Heather Chasen as Rita, Tenniel Evans as Bonzo, Michael Bates as the Admiral, April Walker as Wren Barrett and Pete Murray as Himself.

Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. The Navy Lark ran for an impressive thirteen series between 1959 and 1976.

Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in January 1976.

Senior Troutbridge officers fear the worst when they are summoned to the Admiralty. Stars Stephen Murray. From January 1976.

All aboard HMS Troutbridge with Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray in a classic navy episode from 1976.

Senior Troutbridge officers fear the worst when they're summoned to the Admiralty. Stars Stephen Murray. From January 1976.

The BBC Are Sending The Bill To Buckingham Palace

Chaos looms on the Royal Yacht Britannia when an unexpected crew arrives.

Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips.

The crew of Troutbridge set sail on a royal adventure.

Chaos looms on the Royal Yacht Britannia when an unexpected crew arrives. Stars Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From July 1977.

The crew of Troutbridge set sail on a royal adventure. From July 1977.

The crew of Troutbridge set sail on a royal adventure. Stars Stephen Murray, Jon Pertwee and Leslie Phillips. From July 1977.