British Comedy Guide
All Gas And Gaiters. Image shows from L to R: Henry - The Archdeacon (Robertson Hare), The Rt. Rev. Dr. Cuthbert Hever - The Bishop (William Mervyn), The Rev. Mervyn Noote - The Chaplain (Derek Nimmo). Copyright: BBC
All Gas And Gaiters

All Gas And Gaiters

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 1966 - 1971
  • 33 episodes (5 series)

The fictional St. Ogg's Cathedral is the setting for a good natured look at life among the clergy. Stars Robertson Hare, William Mervyn, Derek Nimmo, John Barron, Ernest Clark and Joan Sanderson

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Series 5, Episode 6 - The Bishop Loses His Chaplain

When the Bishop decides to spend his money on a new colour television instead of a typist, Noote is overwhelmed and resigns. But Noote decides to stay when the Dean's precocious niece, Felicity, is employed to help him!

Broadcast details

Date
Thursday 17th June 1971
Time
7:45pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Robertson Hare Henry - The Archdeacon
William Mervyn The Rt. Rev. Dr. Cuthbert Hever - The Bishop
Derek Nimmo The Rev. Mervyn Noote - The Chaplain
John Barron Lionel Pugh Critchley - The Dean
Joan Sanderson Mrs. Pugh Critchley
Guest cast
Penny Spencer Felicity Pugh Critchley
Michael Stainton Television Engineer
Writing team
Pauline Devaney Writer
Edwin Apps Writer
Production team
Robin Nash Director
Robin Nash Producer
Graham Oakley Production Designer
Stanley Myers Composer

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