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Babblewick Hall. Fenton Babblewick (Nicholas Le Prevost). Copyright: BBC
Babblewick Hall

Babblewick Hall

  • Radio sitcom
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 1995 - 1998
  • 10 episodes (2 series)

The story of Fenton Babblewick, a confused 18th Century squire. Stars Nicholas Le Prevost, Forbes Masson, David Antrobus, Sam Kelly, Gillian Bevan and more.

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Series 1, Episode 5

A future as a distinguished Parliamentarian beckons Fenton to London. However, putting the finishing touches to his maiden speech, Fenton Babblewick is unaware of the tortuous journey which lies ahead - and his travelling companions who'll be the source of much irritation. Is this the moment Augustus has been waiting for? An escape to London, free at last from the horrors of Yorkshire.

Broadcast details

Date
Wednesday 24th January 1996
Time
12:25pm
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Nicholas Le Prevost Fenton Babblewick
Forbes Masson Augustus Snipe
David Antrobus Barney
Sam Kelly Jack
Guest cast
Sara Coward Mrs Maddison
John Baddeley Mr Maddison
Stephen Critchlow Highwayman
Writing team
Scott Cherry Writer
Production team
Paul Schlesinger Producer
Paul Mottram Composer

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