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The Saturday Play: Arthur in Bournemouth or Many Arrived Around (Seven Letters)

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on BBC Radio 4 FM

A romantic comedy with clues by Jim Eldridge.
Lonely Bournemouth widower Stephen Cross compiles crosswords for his local paper. His life is changed for ever when the lovely widow Penny Harrison challenges him to help her prove that King Arthur really did come to Bournemouth. He shares with her his delight in constructing some fiendish clues for his latest crossword.
Producer Catherine Bailey.
Director Marilyn Imrie.
To respond to the crossword puzzle challenge visit WEBSITE: www.bbc.co.uk/radio4

Contributors

Written By:
Jim Eldridge.
Producer:
Catherine Bailey.
Director:
Marilyn Imrie.
Penny:
Wendy Craig
Stephen:
Geoffrey Palmer
Terry:
Bruce Alexander
John:
John Rowe
Mrs Jessop:
Tessa Worsley
The Rev Henry Jessop:
Roger Gartland
Sandra:
Luisa Bradshaw White
Eric:
David Holt
Librarian:
David Holt
Source: Radio Times

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