The Strictly Effect
Ballroom dancing in the UK used to be seen as something rather unfashionable that old people might do. For the past five years though, the popularity of ballroom dancing has soared thanks to a reality ...
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Keeping the BBC
I read Howard Robinson’s letter “Has the BBC lost its way?” in the September issue. I would miss those unique programmes that the BBC does so well, such as “The Royal Festival of Remembrance” each Nov ...
The Great British Bake Off
Five years ago The Great British Bake Off launched on BBC2 to doubtful reviews, but it’s been back for a sixth series and is watched by viewers in almost 200 countries. When it first arrived with its ...
What’s on the box this winter?
With the nights, dare I say it, drawing in and hopefully the silly season behind us Charlotte Courthold looks forward to some quality television. Recently the schedules have been very disappointing wi ...