10 Fun Facts About British Cartoons of the 1970s
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Take the 10-question quizWhich animated series featured a saggy, old cloth cat named Bagpuss?
Bagpuss, the 'saggy, old cloth cat', was the titular character of the beloved British animated children's series first broadcast in 1974.
In the cartoon 'Mr. Benn', what type of shop did he visit to start his adventures?
Mr. Benn would regularly visit a fancy-dress costume shop, where he would try on an outfit and then step through a magic door into an adventure.
Who narrated the 1970s British cartoon series 'Roobarb and Custard'?
The distinctive voice of actor Richard Briers provided the narration for both the original 1974 series of 'Roobarb and Custard' and its later revival.
Which London location was home to the Wombles in the 1970s animated series?
The Wombles, who 'make good use of bad rubbish', famously lived in burrows on Wimbledon Common, tidying up litter left by humans.
What kind of creatures were The Clangers, known for their whistling language?
The Clangers were small, pink, mouse-like creatures with long snouts, who lived on a distant planet and communicated through distinctive whistles.
Who narrated the 1970s animated 'Paddington' series?
Sir Michael Hordern narrated the popular stop-motion animated 'Paddington' series, which first aired in 1976, and voiced all the characters.
What was the name of Jamie's dog in the 1970s cartoon 'Jamie and the Magic Torch'?
Jamie's loyal Old English Sheepdog, Wordsworth, would appear from under his bed, holding the magic torch in his mouth at the start of each episode.
What type of creature was Chorlton in 'Chorlton and the Wheelies'?
Chorlton was an anthropomorphic 'happiness dragon' who hatched from an egg and brought joy to the residents of Wheelie World.
What was the name of the main character in the 1975 British cartoon series 'Bod'?
The show 'Bod' focused on the adventures of a young, round-headed boy named Bod, who lived in a town with unique friends like Aunt Flo and PC Copper.
What kind of animal was Alistair in the 1970s cartoon 'Crystal Tipps and Alistair'?
'Crystal Tipps and Alistair' featured the adventures of a girl with distinctive hair and her shaggy dog companion, Alistair.
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