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1. Chigley (1969)
15 min | Animation, Family
The third and final part of the 'Trumptonshire Trilogy' is set in the industrial hamlet of Chigley near Camberwick Green. Each episode tells the story of a local but also feature characters from the previous two series.
Star: Brian Cant
Votes: 153
2. Trumpton (1967)
15 min | Animation, Family
A sequel, of sorts, to Camberwick Green but set in the larger, nearby town of Trumpton. Each episode opens with the town hall clock and ends with the fire brigade band playing. Every show tells the story of one of the townsfolk.
Star: Brian Cant
Votes: 384
3. Camberwick Green (1966)
15 min | Animation, Family
Iconic British children's animated series set in the fictional, picturesque village of the title. Each episode opens with a character emerging from a music box and they will be the central character of the forthcoming story.
Star: Brian Cant
Votes: 354
4. Mary Mungo & Midge (1969– )
15 min | Animation, Family
An animated children's series which followed the adventures of a little girl called Mary and her dog, Mungo, and her mouse, Midge.
Stars: Richard Baker, Isabel Ryan
Votes: 108
5. Potty Time (1973–1980)
25 min | Comedy, Family
Comic adventures of puppets called the Pottys.
Stars: Michael Bentine, Colin Bean
Votes: 72
6. La maison de Toutou (1966– )
5 min | Animation, Family
Hector the Dog and Zsazsa the Cat live in a house in the centre of a lovely garden full of flowers. Kiki the frog lives next door and seems to spend her time spying on them over the garden ... See full summary »
Stars: Denise Bryer, Jacques Morel, Lucie Dolène, Agnès Vanier
Votes: 79
7. Mr Benn (1971–2005)
15 min | Animation, Short, Family
Mr Benn enters a magical costume shop where he travels to places dictated by his costume, and solves problems . The shopkeeper aids Mr Benn escape to the dressing room at moments of peril. Quantum Leap without Gooshie.
Star: Ray Brooks
Votes: 955
8. Children of the Stones (1977)
173 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
Scientist Adam Brake and his son Matthew arrive in the sleepy English village of Milbury to find it under the grip of weird psychic powers unleashed by the sinister village squire, Hendrick, and whose power they struggle to break.
Stars: Gareth Thomas, Veronica Strong, Peter Demin, Ruth Dunning
Votes: 856
9. Danger Mouse (1981–1992)
TV-Y | 25 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Danger Mouse, the greatest secret agent in the world, must follow Colonel K's orders (and try not to break Professor Squawkencluck's inventions) to foil Baron Greenback's and his henchman Stiletto's plans.
Stars: David Jason, Terry Scott, Edward Kelsey, Victor Knight
Votes: 3,914
10. Bananaman (1983–1986)
5 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Bananaman, a young boy named Eric, transforms into a super-strong hero by eating bananas. His crow friend provides bananas. As Bananaman, he battles villains while keeping his alter-ego secret from others.
Stars: Graeme Garden, Bill Oddie, Tim Brooke-Taylor, Jill Shilling
Votes: 1,791
11. Grange Hill (1978–2008)
30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
The long running television series of the Grange Hill Comprehensive School, and the children's everyday lives.
Stars: Stuart Organ, Gwyneth Powell, Lee Cornes, Sally Geoghegan
Votes: 1,661
12. Bagpuss (1974)
15 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Bagpuss and his friends are toys in a turn of the century shop for 'found things'. When young Emily brings them a new object, the toys come to life to work out what the strange new thing could possibly be.
Stars: Oliver Postgate, Sandra Kerr, John Faulkner, Emily Firmin
Votes: 1,097
13. Rentaghost (1976–1984)
25 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
After his death, Fred Mumford wants a second chance at achieving the success that eluded him in life. Coming back to Earth as a spirit, he recruits a Victorian gent and a medieval jester to set up "Rentaghost".
Stars: Michael Staniforth, Edward Brayshaw, Ann Emery, William Perrie
Votes: 666
14. Noggin the Nog (1959–1965)
10 min | Animation, Family, Fantasy
"In the Lands of the North, where the black rocks stand guard against the cold sea, in the dark night that is very long, the men of the North Lands sit by their great log fires, and they tell a tale..."
Stars: Oliver Postgate, Ronnie Stevens
Votes: 118
15. Ivor the Engine (1976–1977)
5 min | Animation, Family
In the 'top, left hand corner of Wales' runs an archaic railway line staffed by such characters as Jones the Steam and Dai Station. Their pride is Ivor, the steam engine with a will of his ... See full summary »
Stars: Olwen Griffiths, Anthony Jackson, Oliver Postgate, David Edwards
Votes: 397
16. The Clangers (1969–1974)
10 min | Animation, Family, Sci-Fi
The series chronicled the melancholically funny lives of the Clangers, a flutey-voiced family of woolen, knitted aliens living below the surface of a knobbly little planet far out in space.... See full summary »
Star: Oliver Postgate
Votes: 732
17. The Adventures of Sir Prancelot (1972– )
5 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
"Caption" animation from the makers of Captain Pugwash (1957), featuring the adventures of Sir Prancelot and his courtiers on their crusade to the Holy Land.
Star: Peter Hawkins
Votes: 20
18. Rainbow (1972–1992)
22 min | Family, Talk-Show
Children's puppet programme featuring music and stories.
Stars: Geoffrey Hayes, Roy Skelton, Stanley Bates, Rod Burton
Votes: 980
19. Captain Pugwash (1957–1975)
5 min | Animation, Family
The adventures of Captain Pugwash and his crew aboard the pirate ship - the Black Pig.
Stars: Peter Hawkins, Noel Coleman
Votes: 245
20. Inigo Pipkin (1973–1981)
Family
Series about Inigo Pipkin (George Woodbridge) a puppet maker who ran his shop with help of talking animals and his assistant Wayne. When Woodbridge died during filming, the show was renamed "Pipkins".
Stars: George Woodbridge, Nigel Plaskitt, Elizabeth Lindsay, Wayne Laryea
Votes: 93
21. Multi-Coloured Swap Shop (1976–1982)
120 min | Family, Talk-Show
Saturday morning children's show which as well as having music and guests also had kids phone in and swap toys with each other.
Stars: Noel Edmonds, Keith Chegwin, John Craven, Maggie Philbin
Votes: 120
22. Maid Marian and Her Merry Men (1989–1994)
25 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
Robin was a cowardly tailor from Kensington, and Marian was the brains behind the Merry Men. With her ruthless band of freedom fighters, Marian seeks to save the villagers of Worksop from the tyrany of King John and his cunning henchman.
Stars: Kate Lonergan, Adam Morris, Danny John-Jules, Howard Lew Lewis
Votes: 1,606
23. No 73 (1982–1988)
Family
Kids TV show set in a house (#73) with presenters as characters. Each episode featured music, cartoons and ongoing storylines in various comedic situations and adventures. Focused on fun and entertainment for young viewers.
Stars: Andrea Arnold, Nick Staverson, Neil Buchanan, Sandi Toksvig
Votes: 158
24. Tiswas (1974–1982)
110 min | Animation, Family, Game-Show
Originally a Midlands-only "links" programme presented by Chris Tarrant and John Asher, Tiswas is chiefly remembered for evolving into a nationally broadcast comedy show with Chris joined by Sally James, Bob Carolgees and Lenny Henry.
Stars: Chris Tarrant, Sally James, John Asher, John Gorman
Votes: 218
25. Mr. Men (1974–1983)
7 min | Animation, Short, Family
The Mr Men are a whole host of brightly colored characters that live in Misterland. All of them have names like Mr Happy, Mr Clumsy and Mr Greedy and their appearance and personality match their name. Narrated by Arthur Lowe.
Stars: Arthur Lowe, Charlayne Woodard, Stuart K. Robinson, Sam Fontana
Votes: 436
26. Blue Peter (1958– )
25 min | Family
The British children's magazine program, which has been running since the late 1950s, targets children between the ages of 6 and 14.
Stars: John Noakes, Peter Purves, Valerie Singleton, Simon Groom
Votes: 617
27. Bod (1975)
TV-Y | 15 min | Animation, Family, Music
The adventures of a little boy called Bod, who lives in a town with his friends Aunt Flo, P.C. Copper, Frank the Postman and Farmer Barleymow. Each episode also featured Alberto Frog and his Amazing Animal Band.
Stars: John Le Mesurier, Maggie Henderson
Votes: 155
28. Parsley the Lion (1969– )
Family
Parsley the Lion always sat on the path in front of the herb garden to welcome the viewers. He was very frightened of strangers until he got to know them. He was usually very mischievous ... See full summary »
Votes: 17
29. The Herbs (1968–1972)
15 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Animated adventures of characters in a herb garden, such as Sir Basil and Lady Rosemary, Bayleaf the gardener, Sage the owl, Dill the dog and Parsley the lion.
Star: Gordon Rollings
Votes: 179
30. The Adventures of Rupert Bear (1970– )
11 min | Family
Live-action puppet television series, based on the Mary Tourtel character, Rupert Bear.
Star: Judy Bennett
Votes: 119
31. Andy Pandy (1950–1957)
Family
Puppet series for young children.
Stars: Maria Bird, Gladys Whitred, Vera McKechnie, Julia Williams
Votes: 92
32. Flower Pot Men (1952–1954)
12 min | Family
All episodes were narrated by Maria Bird, the storyteller for all the black and white 1950s originals. 26 episodes of The Flower Pot Men were made by the BBC.
Stars: Peter Hawkins, Maria Bird, Gladys Whitred, Julia Williams
Votes: 83
33. Animal Magic (1962–1984)
30 min | Family
Children's series looking at the world of animals.
Stars: Johnny Morris, Keith Shackleton, Tony Soper, Terry Nutkins
Votes: 84
34. Catweazle (1970–1971)
30 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
A medieval wizard (though not a very good one) is transported to the modern age.
Stars: Geoffrey Bayldon, Robin Davies, Gary Warren, Charles 'Bud' Tingwell
Votes: 1,126
35. Chorlton and the Wheelies (1976– )
12 min | Animation, Family
A wonderfully eccentric series about Chorlton, a happy-go-lucky dragon (named after a suburb of Manchester) who unintentionally foils the evil schemes of a mad Welsh 'Kettle Witch' who tries to stop wheelie people having fun.
Star: Joe Lynch
Votes: 229
36. Clapper Board (1972–1982)
25 min | Family
Children's television programme about cinema, hosted by Chris Kelly.
Stars: Chris Kelly, John Huntley, Derek Ware, Peter Ustinov
Votes: 58
37. Crackerjack! (1955–2021)
45 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
The shows were broadcast live in front of an audience largely of children, originally at the King's Theatre on Hammersmith Road until 1963, then at the BBC Television Theatre (now the ... See full summary »
Stars: Bert Hayes, Peter Glaze, Jillian Comber, Leslie Crowther
Votes: 117
38. Crystal Tipps and Alistair (1971– )
5 min | Animation, Family
British cartoon series about the adventures of a frizzy haired girl and her dog, Alistair. They also meet up with their friends Birdie and Butterfly. The stories are told without dialogue but have a musical score and Pop-Art design.
Votes: 47
39. The Feathered Serpent (1976–1978)
30 min | Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
A young boy named Tozo must prevent Nasca, the bloodthirsty high priest of Teshcata, from seizing control of the Aztec civilisation.
Stars: Patrick Troughton, Diane Keen, Brian Deacon, Richard Willis
Votes: 40
40. Fingerbobs (1972)
15 min | Animation, Family
Charming finger puppet series with Yoffy (Jones) telling stories featuring Fingermouse, Scampi, Gulliver the Seagull, and other animal characters.
Star: Rick Jones
Votes: 141
41. The Flumps (1976)
Animation, Family
The adventures of a family of cute, furry creatures - The Flumps. Grandpa Flump, Ma and Pa Flump, their eldest son Perkin, daughter Posie and youngest son Pootle. Each episode contains fun songs and a story from the 'Big Book'.
Star: Gay Soper
Votes: 238
42. Fred Basset (1976– )
5 min | Animation
Animated cartoon series for children based on the canine character from the long-running comic strip in the UK's Daily Mail and several overseas publications. Twenty five-minute episodes were produced.
Stars: Lionel Jeffries, Ann Beach, Victor Spinetti
Votes: 11
43. Hattytown Tales (1969– )
Animation, Family
The adventures of Carrots the donkey and his friend Sancho the sombrero in Hatty Town, a place where all the other characters, and buildings, are hats.
Votes: 22
44. How (1966–1981)
Family
Series created by Jack Hargreaves, where children can write in and ask questions beginning with the statement "how". Helping Jack to demonstrate the answers are fellow presenters including Fred Dinenage, Jon Miller and Marian Davies.
Stars: Jack Hargreaves, Fred Dinenage, Jon Miller, Marian Davies
Votes: 66
45. Jackanory (1965–1996)
15 min | Family, Fantasy
A celebrity reads a story, enhancing it in ways that will entice the most restless of children.
Stars: Bernard Cribbins, Kenneth Williams, Martin Jarvis, John Grant
Votes: 423
46. Jamie and the Magic Torch (1976–1979)
10 min | Animation, Family, Fantasy
When Jamie shines his Magic Torch on the floor of his bedroom a hole appears, leading Jamie and Wordsworth the sheepdog to the psychedelic fantasy world of Cuckooland.
Stars: Brian Trueman, Kate Murray-Henderson
Votes: 372
47. Jigsaw (1979–1985)
Family, Game-Show
Children's show where letters were found to spell out the word of the week with the help of characters like Noseybonk and The O Men.
Stars: Adrian Hedley, Wilf Lunn, Janet Ellis, John Leeson
Votes: 39
48. Ludwig (1977– )
Animation, Family
Surreal cutout animation featuring an ovoid crystal entity that plays classical music, flies using retractable rotor blades, and plays games with the forest animals he meets.
Star: Jon Glover
Votes: 38
49. Magpie (1968–1980)
25 min | Documentary, Family
Trendy kids' magazine programme--ITV's answer to Blue Peter.
Stars: Tony Bastable, Susan Stranks, Mick Robertson, Pete Brady
Votes: 67
50. Newsround (1972– )
10 min | Family, News
John Craven (and latterly other presenters) introduce news stories and other articles of interest to its young audience.
Stars: Ricky Boleto, Leah Gooding, Joe Tidy, Martin Dougan
Votes: 226
51. Pardon My Genie (1972–1973)
25 min | Fantasy, Comedy
Hal Adden works at Mr. Cobbledick's hardware store and spends his days dreaming of romance with his boss's daughter. Hal's mundane existence gets changed forever when he finds a watering can in the store that comes with its very own Genie.
Stars: Roy Barraclough, Ellis Jones, Lynette Erving, Arthur White
Votes: 37
52. Pinky and Perky (1957–1973)
Comedy
Two pigs run a TV station - but these ones are puppets. Most of the singing and dancing is done by other puppets, but they were joined by guest stars like Frank Sinatra , 'Tom Jones' and ... See full summary »
Stars: Jan Dalibor, Vlasta Dalibor, Jimmy Thompson, John Slater
Votes: 31
53. Play Away (1971–1984)
Comedy, Family, Music
Songs, jokes and sketches with Brian Cant and the Play Away crew.
Stars: Brian Cant, Jonathan Cohen, Spike Heatley, Alan Rushton
Votes: 64
54. Play School (1964–1988)
20 min | Family
Stories, fun, and things to make and do for pre-school children.
Stars: Carol Chell, Brian Cant, Julie Stevens, Johnny Ball
Votes: 111
55. Pogle's Wood (1965–1968)
14 min | Animation, Family
Animated series by Oliver Postgate about Mr and Mrs Pogle, their son Pippin and his friend Tog.
Stars: Olwen Griffiths, Oliver Postgate, Steve Woodman
Votes: 63
56. Raven (1977– )
25 min | Fantasy
Raven is released on probation to live with Professor Young, an archaeologist immersed in research into Arthurian legend. He is compelled to fight a plan to build a nuclear plant on the research site, which holds many mysteries.
Stars: Michael Aldridge, Patsy Rowlands, Phil Daniels, Shirley Cheriton
Votes: 23
57. Record Breakers (1972–2001)
25 min | Documentary, Family
Contestants attempt to break records for various feats listed in the Guinness Book of Records.
Stars: Roy Castle, Norris McWhirter, Cheryl Baker, Fiona Kennedy
Votes: 95
59. Roobarb (1974)
5 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Roobarb the green dog's enthusiasm for inventions and harebrained schemes to liven up life in the garden know no bounds. It's up to Custard the indolent, grinning purple cat, and the rest ... See full summary »
Star: Richard Briers
Votes: 277
60. Runaround (1975–1981)
Family, Game-Show
Children's quiz show where the kids would run to the answer then 'runaround' if they changed their minds at the last minute.
Stars: Mike Reid, Barbara Dickson, Madness, Band of the Irish Guards
Votes: 45
61. Screen Test (1970–1984)
30 min | Family, Game-Show
Quiz show for children, where they are asked a selection of observational questions on various films.
Stars: Michael Rodd, Brian Trueman, Mark Curry, Ray Harryhausen
Votes: 35
62. The Secret Garden (1975)
G | 210 min | Drama, Family
In 19th-century India, Mary Lennox is suddenly orphaned by cholera. Her only living relative is her uncle, Archibald Craven, so Mary is sent to live at his estate on the Yorkshire moors. Where she discovers a secret garden and a cousin.
Stars: Sarah Hollis Andrews, Hope Johnstone, William Marsh, Jacqueline Hoyle
Votes: 358
63. Timeslip (1970–1971)
30 min | Family, Sci-Fi
Simon and Liz fell into a time hole and found themselves trapped in different eras of the 20th century, where they have all sorts of adventures. Many of these involve the nefarious Commander Traynor, who is also traveling through time.
Stars: Cheryl Burfield, Spencer Banks, Denis Quilley, Iris Russell
Votes: 239
64. Take Hart (1977–1983)
30 min | Family
Host Tony Hart demonstrates various art projects along with cartoon sequences.
Stars: Tony Hart, Colin Bennett, Patricia Dodwell, Wilf Lunn
Votes: 116
65. The Sooty Show (1968–1992)
30 min | Family
Children's slapstick show with the little bear glove puppet and his friends.
Stars: Matthew Corbett, Marjorie Corbett, Harry Corbett, Brenda Longman
Votes: 487
66. The Wombles (1973–1975)
5 min | Animation, Family
The misadventures of a fantasy folk community dedicated to cleaning up litter and putting it to their own use.
Stars: Bernard Cribbins, Dieter Hallervorden
Votes: 986
67. You and Me (1974–1992)
15 min | Family
Humans and puppets interact, tell stories and have fun to provide entertainment to 4 and 5 year old pre-school viewers.
Stars: Jacqui McDonald, Christopher Neil, Bridie O'Donnell, Vicki Luke
Votes: 38
68. Worzel Gummidge (1979–1981)
60 min | Family, Comedy, Drama
Children's series about the adventures of Worzel Gummidge (Jon Pertwee), a scarecrow who comes to life.
Stars: Jon Pertwee, Jeremy Austin, Charlotte Coleman, Norman Bird
Votes: 1,107
69. Truckers (1992)
11 min | Animation, Adventure, Crime
Under the floorboards of an old department store live the nomes, tiny people for whom things like Outside and Sun and Rain are just daft old legends. Then a group of new nomes arrive from ... See full summary »
Stars: Joe McGann, Edward Kelsey, Debra Gillett, Rosalie Williams
Votes: 216
70. Here Come the Double Deckers! (1970– )
30 min | Family, Comedy
The adventures of a gang of seven kids whose clubhouse is an abandoned double decker bus in a London junkyard. Usually involves a bit of singing, a bit of dancing and general fun times.
Stars: Peter Firth, Brinsley Forde, Gillian Bailey, Michael Audreson
Votes: 287
71. Knightmare (1987–1994)
25 min | Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Dungeons and Dragons-style show that lets contestants explore a computer-generated fantasy world, with wicked special effects and cunning puzzles.
Stars: Hugo Myatt, Paul Valentine, Clifford Norgate, Mark Knight
Votes: 1,127
72. The Trap Door (1984–1986)
TV-G | 5 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
3D plasticine animation, featuring Berk, a blue creature who lives as servant to the unseen 'Thing Upstairs' in an ancient castle. Every time the trap door opens a new adventure begins for ... See full summary »
Stars: William Rushton, Nick Shipley
Votes: 1,822
73. Into the Labyrinth (1981–1982)
30 min | Family, Fantasy
Three children stumble upon the imprisoned sorcerer Rothgo and are drawn into a mysterious search through time for the magical Nidus which has been stolen by the evil witch Belor.
Stars: Pamela Salem, Charlie Caine, Ron Moody, Lisa Turner
Votes: 172
74. The Tripods (1984–1985)
TV-PG | 30 min | Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi
Earth has been conquered by an alien race known as the Masters using their giant Tripods. When humans reach the age of sixteen, they must undergo a process known as capping which places ... See full summary »
Stars: John Shackley, Ceri Seel, Jim Baker, Robin Hayter
Votes: 1,569
75. The Adventures of Black Beauty (1972–1974)
Not Rated | 55 min | Adventure, Family
A thoroughbred horse in 19th century England is adopted by a widowed doctor and befriended by his children. The horse helps the children as they have weekly adventures and encounters with various characters.
Stars: William Lucas, Charlotte Mitchell, Roderick Shaw, Judi Bowker
Votes: 467
76. The Adventure Game (1980–1986)
Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Two celebrities and a member of the public take a trip to the planet Arg - sometimes willingly, sometimes not - and attempt to work their way through a series of puzzles set by the alien Argonds.
Stars: Christopher Leaver, Charmian Gradwell, Anne Palmer, Richard Lewis
Votes: 231
77. Worzel Gummidge (2019– )
59 min | Family
Children's series about the adventures of Worzel Gummidge (Mackenzie Crook), a scarecrow who comes to life. Two orphans arrive at a farm who meet Worzel and join him in the adventures.
Stars: Thierry Wickens, India Brown, Steve Pemberton, Rosie Cavaliero
Votes: 1,903
78. Five O'Clock Club (1963–1966)
30 min | Family
Children's programme for the under-twelves.
Stars: Ollie Beak, Muriel Young, Fred Barker, Angela White
Votes: 17
79. Saturday SuperStore (1982–1987)
Family
Children's Saturday morning magazine show.
Stars: Mike Read, Keith Chegwin, Sarah Greene, John Craven
Votes: 66
80. Metal Mickey (1980–1983)
30 min | Family, Comedy, Sci-Fi
Metal Mickey was a robot built by young Ken to do chores around the house. Ken was the eldest child of a typical British family--well, almost typical. Metal Mickey was endowed with a number... See full summary »
Stars: Michael Stainton, Georgina Melville, Ashley Knight, Lucinda Bateson
Votes: 258
81. The Boy Who Won the Pools (1983– )
25 min | Drama, Family, Fantasy
Rodney Baverstock wins the football pools and with the money buys a Ferrari, a tiger and a mansion for himself and his friends.
Stars: Michael Waterman, Roy Alexander, Lloyd Peters, Don Henderson
Votes: 18
82. Vision On (1965–1976)
30 min | Family
A show presenting art projects and pantomime performances oriented for a hearing impaired youth audience.
Stars: Pat Keysell, Rex Hays, Ralph Thompson, Robin Pitman
Votes: 85
83. Why Don't You Just Switch Off Your Television Set and Go and Do Something Less Boring Instead? (1973–1995)
15 min | Family
The TV show "Why Don't You" encouraged kids to turn off the TV and do something more enjoyable and productive.
Stars: Delima Begum, Venesha Browne, Nathan Davies, Leonard Davis
Votes: 90
84. Think of a Number (1977–1984)
30 min | Documentary, Family
Science series presented by Johnny Ball.
Stars: Johnny Ball, William Blezard
Votes: 25
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