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General knowledge in which listeners compete for the title of Brain of Britain.

The nationwide general knowledge contest in which 48 listeners from all parts of the UK fight their way to the final. The prize is a silver salver and the title Brain of Britain.

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Brain of Britain: Heat 1, 2016

11/01/2016

Heat 1, 2016

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The nationwide general knowledge quiz, chaired by Russell Davies.

Russell Davies chairs the first contest in the new season of the nationwide general knowledge quiz.

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Russell Davies hosts the quiz that's been testing the general knowledge of the general public for longer than any other. Now in its 63rd season, Brain of Britain returns with another 48 quiz enthusiasts from around the UK competing for the title Brain of Britain 2016.

The first heat of the new series draws together competitors from Cardiff, Shrewsbury, St Andrews and Haddenham in Buckinghamshire. At least one of them will be going forward to the semi-final stage in the spring. There are also semi-final places for the top-scoring runners-up, so those pipped in close contests can often get a second chance. 

Russell will also be selecting a pair of questions submitted by a listener in a bid to 'Beat the Brains'.

Producer: Paul Bajoria.

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