Multi-Coloured Swap Shop
BBC One Ended Children
6 Seasons · 139 Episodes · Premiered October 2, 1976 · Ended March 27, 1982
Multi-Coloured Swap Shop, more commonly known simply as Swap Shop, was a UK children's television programme. It was broadcast on Saturday mornings on BBC1 for 146 episodes in six series between 1976 and 1982. It was ground-breaking in many ways: by being live, sometimes up to three hours in length, and using the phone-in format extensively for the first time on TV.Its creation was thought by many to be the BBC's response to the growing success of ITV's Tiswas.
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
12 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Sat, Oct 2 1976 8:30 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Noel Edmonds invites you to join a nationwide swap of news and views with the Stars, the Experts and the Collector of the Week. If you've got anything you want to swap, phone in. The lines are open from 9.30 today. 9.35* Super Hero Hong Kong Phooey and his very necessary assistant Spot the police cat. News Swap with John Craven Swaporama with Keith Chegwin the Roving Swapman Every week Keith will be out and about somewhere in Britain. Have your swap ready because he may be down your street. Swap of the Pops Meet HARPO, guitarist and walking-stick collector. Later on, phone in and chat to FLINTLOCK. Top Ten Swap with Valley of the Dinosaurs The adventures of the Butler family, stranded in a tropical jungle. Star Swap Dr Who and Sarah Jane defy Mandragora Energy and call into Swap Shop. Become a Luxnousologist, and swap light bulbs with Britain's one and only collector, 15-year-old Peter Gardner Swap Snacks with Delia Smith Meet Kevin Moreton , star of Striker.
E02
Episode 2
Sat, Oct 9 1976 8:30 AM GMT+0000
150 min
Noel Edmonds invites you to join a nationwide swap of news and views with the Stars, the Experts and the Collector of the week. Phone them today. Lines open at 9.30 9.35 Super Hero Hong Kong Phooey Star Gaze with Patrick Moore Swaporama with Keith Chegwin the Roving Swapman Swap of the Pops Chartbusters Eddie and the Hotrods with Barrie Masters and The Strawbs Phone-in and chat to Dave Cousins News Swap with John Craven 11.00 Valley of the Dinosaurs The adventures of the Butler family stranded in a Lost World. Join in the Top Ten Swap Star Swap Basil Brush will be calling in to Swap Shop so give him a ring. Also meet Claire Walker , star of Sunday afternoon's new serial Katy. Where Did You Get That Hat? 14-year-old Jonathon Pearl with his unique collection of massed military headgear, is looking for swaps. Have you got any?
E03
Episode 3
Sat, Oct 16 1976 8:30 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Noel Edmonds invites you to join a nationwide swap of news and views with the Stars, the Experts and the Collector of the Week. 9.35* Who Stole the Mona Pizza? Swap of the Pops with Tavares. Barry Ryan sings 'Through the Eye of the Camera'- and if you want to chat to him about photography, give him a call. News Swap with John Craven. 11.0* Valley of the Dinosaurs. A Mammoth Swap with Dr Alan Charig of the Natural History Museum. See his dinosaur bones and give him a ring if you've got any Monster queries. Swaporama with Keith Chegwin. Speed Swap with Paul Jameson, builder and driver of a unique land vehicle. Susannah Monty and her Amazing Rabbits: No two are alike and none of them real! She'll swap some though, so if you're a rabbit fancier, look in. Star Swap: Lesley Judd from Blue Peter pops into the Swap Shop.
E04
Episode 4
Sat, Oct 23 1976 8:30 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Noel Edmonds invites you to join a nationwide swap of news and views with the Stars, the Experts and the Collector of the Week. 9.35* The Great Choo Choo Robbery. Swap of the Pops with Tom Paxton and a chance to chat to Smokie. News Swap with John Craven. 11.0* Valley of the Dinosaurs sos! Storms ahead for the Butlers! TV weatherman Jack Scott answers your phone calls. Swaporama with Keith Chegwin. Rapunzel: a tale of witchcraft and treachery. Star Swap with Record Breaking Roy Castle. Noel's Top Ten Swap
E05
Episode 5
Sat, Oct 30 1976 9:30 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Noel Edmonds invites you to join a nationwide swap of news and views with the Stars, the Experts and the Collector of the Week. Swap of the Pops with The Chanter Sisters and a chance to chat to Showaddywaddy. News Swap with John Craven. 11.0* Valley of the Dinosaurs 'Lok's in trouble! ' Can the Butlers help him? Swaporama with Keith Chegwin. Race with Noel round Brands Hatch. Swap Fashion with top model twins. Top Ten Swap
E06
Episode 6
Sat, Nov 6 1976 9:30 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Noel Edmonds invites you to join a nationwide swap of news and views with the Stars, the Experts, and the Collector of the Week. Swap f the Pops with Eddie and the Hot Rods. Also, meet Mud and have a chat with them. News Swap with John Craven. If you were an eye-witness to John's news story, give him a ring. Egg Swap with Delia Smith. Swaporama with Keith Chegwin. Feathers Fly when Rod Hull brings Emu to meet The Liver Birds, Nerys Hughes and Elizabeth Estensen.
E07
Episode 7
Sat, Nov 13 1976 9:30 AM GMT+0000
115 min
Noel Edmonds invites you to join a nationwide swap of news and views with the Stars, the Experts and the Collector of the Week. Swap of the Pops with Mike Love of The Beach Boys. Noel's Pick of the Pops and a chance to chat and swap with The Wurzels. News Swap with John Craven. All at Sea with the BBC. Meet Pat Turley, cameraman on the series Sailor, and find out what it's like to be a film-maker. Get Stuck In with Eric Alter, collector of over 2,000 different stickers, who's got some swaps.
E08
Episode 8
Sat, Nov 20 1976 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E09
Episode 9
Sat, Nov 27 1976 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E10
Episode 10
Sat, Dec 4 1976 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E11
Episode 11
Sat, Dec 11 1976 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E12
Episode 12
Sat, Dec 18 1976 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Season 2
25 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Sat, Oct 8 1977 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E02
Episode 2
Sat, Oct 15 1977 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E03
Episode 3
Sat, Oct 22 1977 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E04
Episode 4
Sat, Oct 29 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E05
Episode 5
Sat, Nov 5 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E06
Episode 6
Sat, Nov 12 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E07
Episode 7
Sat, Nov 19 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E08
Episode 8
Sat, Nov 26 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E09
Episode 9
Sat, Dec 3 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E10
Episode 10
Sat, Dec 10 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E11
Episode 11
Sat, Dec 17 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E12
Episode 12
Sat, Dec 24 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E13
Episode 13
Sat, Dec 31 1977 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E14
Episode 14
Sat, Jan 7 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E15
Episode 15
Sat, Jan 14 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E16
Episode 16
Sat, Jan 21 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E17
Episode 17
Sat, Jan 28 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E18
Episode 18
Sat, Feb 4 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E19
Episode 19
Sat, Feb 11 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E20
Episode 20
Sat, Feb 18 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E21
Episode 21
Sat, Feb 25 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E22
Episode 22
Sat, Mar 4 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E23
Episode 23
Sat, Mar 11 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E24
Episode 24
Sat, Mar 18 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E25
Episode 25
Sat, Mar 25 1978 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Season 3
26 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Sat, Sep 30 1978 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E02
Episode 2
Sat, Oct 7 1978 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E03
Episode 3
Sat, Oct 14 1978 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E04
Episode 4
Sat, Oct 21 1978 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E05
Episode 5
Sat, Oct 28 1978 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E06
Episode 6
Sat, Nov 4 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E07
Episode 7
Sat, Nov 11 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E08
Episode 8
Sat, Nov 18 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E09
Episode 9
Sat, Nov 25 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E10
Episode 10
Sat, Dec 2 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E11
Episode 11
Sat, Dec 9 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E12
Episode 12
Sat, Dec 16 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E13
Episode 13
Sat, Dec 23 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E14
Episode 14
Sat, Dec 30 1978 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E15
Episode 15
Sat, Jan 6 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E16
Episode 16
Sat, Jan 13 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E17
Episode 17
Sat, Jan 20 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E18
Episode 18
Sat, Jan 27 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E19
Episode 19
Sat, Feb 3 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E20
Episode 20
Sat, Feb 10 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E21
Episode 21
Sat, Feb 17 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E22
Episode 22
Sat, Feb 24 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E23
Episode 23
Sat, Mar 3 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E24
Episode 24
Sat, Mar 10 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E25
Episode 25
Sat, Mar 17 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E26
Episode 26
Sat, Mar 24 1979 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Season 4
24 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Sat, Sep 29 1979 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E02
Episode 2
Sat, Oct 6 1979 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E03
Episode 3
Sat, Oct 13 1979 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E04
Episode 4
Sat, Oct 20 1979 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E05
Episode 5
Sat, Oct 27 1979 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E06
Episode 6
Sat, Nov 3 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E07
Episode 7
Sat, Nov 10 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E08
Episode 8
Sat, Nov 17 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E09
Episode 9
Sat, Nov 24 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E10
Episode 10
Sat, Dec 1 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E11
Episode 11
Sat, Dec 8 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E12
Episode 12
Sat, Dec 15 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E13
Episode 13
Sat, Dec 22 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E14
Episode 14
Sat, Dec 29 1979 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E15
Episode 15
Sat, Jan 5 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E16
Episode 16
Sat, Jan 12 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E17
Episode 17
Sat, Jan 19 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E18
Episode 18
Sat, Jan 26 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E19
Episode 19
Sat, Feb 2 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E20
Episode 20
Sat, Feb 9 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E21
Episode 21
Sat, Feb 16 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E22
Episode 22
Sat, Feb 23 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E23
Episode 23
Sat, Mar 1 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E24
Episode 24
Sat, Mar 8 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Season 5
27 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Sat, Sep 27 1980 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E02
Episode 2
Sat, Oct 4 1980 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E03
Episode 3
Sat, Oct 11 1980 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E04
Episode 4
Sat, Oct 18 1980 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E05
Episode 5
Sat, Oct 25 1980 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E06
Episode 6
Sat, Nov 1 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E07
Episode 7
Sat, Nov 8 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E08
Episode 8
Sat, Nov 15 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E09
Episode 9
Sat, Nov 22 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E10
Episode 10
Sat, Nov 29 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E11
Episode 11
Sat, Dec 6 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E12
Episode 12
Sat, Dec 13 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E13
Episode 13
Sat, Dec 20 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E14
Episode 14
Sat, Dec 27 1980 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E15
Episode 15
Sat, Jan 3 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E16
Episode 16
Sat, Jan 10 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E17
Episode 17
Sat, Jan 17 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E18
Episode 18
Sat, Jan 24 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E19
Episode 19
Sat, Jan 31 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E20
Episode 20
Sat, Feb 7 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E21
Episode 21
Sat, Feb 14 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E22
Episode 22
Sat, Feb 21 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E23
Episode 23
Sat, Feb 28 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E24
Episode 24
Sat, Mar 7 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E25
Episode 26
Sat, Mar 14 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E26
Episode 26
Sat, Mar 21 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E27
Episode 27
Sat, Mar 28 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
Season 6
25 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Sat, Oct 3 1981 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E02
Episode 2
Sat, Oct 10 1981 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E03
Episode 3
Sat, Oct 17 1981 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E04
Episode 4
Sat, Oct 24 1981 8:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E05
Episode 5
Sat, Oct 31 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E06
Episode 6
Sat, Nov 7 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E07
Episode 7
Sat, Nov 14 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E08
Episode 8
Sat, Nov 21 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E09
Episode 9
Sat, Nov 28 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E10
Episode 10
Sat, Dec 5 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E11
Episode 11
Sat, Dec 12 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E12
Episode 12
Sat, Dec 19 1981 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E13
Episode 13
Sat, Jan 2 1982 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E14
Episode 14
Sat, Jan 9 1982 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E15
Episode 15
Sat, Jan 16 1982 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E16
Episode 16
Sat, Jan 23 1982 9:00 AM GMT+0000
180 min
E17
Episode 17
Sat, Jan 30 1982 9:30 AM GMT+0000
165 min
Noel gets speed fever! The intrepid Mr Edmonds gets behind the wheel of one of the world's fastest racing cars and puts his foot down. Football crazy! Who will win the World Cup this year? Top TV commentator John Motson is around to answer your sporting questions. Have you got a Lucky Number? Noel could be dialling it today to pick your brains and give you a chance to win a super prize. Not on the phone? Then you can still join in by post and win a special prize.
E18
Episode 18
Sat, Feb 6 1982 9:30 AM GMT+0000
165 min
Join the Cheggers' Roadshow and see the world! (Or rather the British Isles.) This week Keith and his travelling team bring their package of fun and games from the top of a hill - but which one? Bill Owen, one of the stars of the smash-hit comedy series Last of the Summer Wine is around - so ring him this morning and meet the man behind the awful but lovable Compo. The Big Time girl is back! Stunning Sheena Easton launched her pop career on Swap Shop two years ago - and has shot to stardom. Listen to her new release and then tell her if you like it.
E19
Episode 19
Sat, Feb 13 1982 9:30 AM GMT+0000
165 min
The Cheggers Roadshow has a touch of oriental mystery - but it's not far from home and Keith could be round the corner from you! Lulu's back in town!! The girl from Glasgow is now an international star, but she's taking a morning off from her hectic schedule to sing a song and have a laugh. Is Richard Stilgoe the world's fastest songwriter? Give him a ring and put him to the test. Don't forget you've got a chance to vote for your favourite stars and shows in the 1982 Swap Shop Awards
E20
Episode 20
Sat, Feb 20 1982 9:30 AM GMT+0000
165 min
Meet a Superstar! The winner or this year's championship calls in this morning and reveals what it takes to win television's hottest sporting competition. Do you like everything you see on television or does some of it make you cross? Either way, why not let Barry Took know? Or you could send him a joke or funny story - Noel is giving prizes for the ones that make him laugh the most. How would you like to leap about for your whole summer holiday? A group of American children do just that - see Maggie's film report and find out why. There's still time to cast your vote in this year's Swap Shop Awards. You'll find the voting form on John Craven 's Back Pages-don't forget it could win you a VIP place at the Grand Awards Ceremony.
E21
Episode 21
Sat, Feb 27 1982 9:30 AM GMT+0000
165 min
Can you draw? No? You will be able to by lunchtime. Tony Hart has some tips that will turn you into an instant artist. Ring him this morning, as well as a top pop star. Yes! Leo Sayer is back in town! There's music too from Duran Duran as well as loads of swaps and some good cartoons. You can get an ice-cold thrill from mountaineer Joe Brown as he reveals the plans for this afternoon's daring climb up Ben Nevis. How do the cameras follow him and the rest of the team? Find out on Swap Shop this morning.
E22
Episode 22
Sat, Mar 6 1982 9:30 AM GMT+0000
165 min
The Boomtown Rats are back! Bob Geldof sings live for Swap Shop and Johnnie is itching to get his fingers on the phone. Give them and Noel's guests a call. You could be live on air! Funny man Mike Harding is around for a laugh and a swap and there are more jokes too from Tom and Jerry. The Roadshow could go with a bang because BBC men Mat Irvine and Andy Lazell are joining Keith. Go along and find out how the BBC's special effects are made. The Krankles are going too, and there are also bumper prizes. There's more music from Platinum Pop, and all the news from John. Thanks for your letters!
E23
Episode 23
Sat, Mar 13 1982 9:30 AM GMT+0000
165 min
It's Lucky Numbers today and Barmy Barry Took is on hand with your jokes and Points of View. You can take a trip with Maggie to an American summer camp, hear the latest pop including music from Buzz, see your cartoon favourites and - if you would like call in, you can speak to Dee Hepburn, star of Gregory's Girl!
E24
Episode 24
Sat, Mar 20 1982 9:30 AM GMT+0000
165 min
It's an All-Star Euroswap today! Go Channel-hopping to Belgium with Keith and Maggie and take a boat ride through the fabulous medieval city of Bruges. Among the people they're meeting is Belgian World Cup centre-forward Jan Ceulemans. Noel's invited Kevin Keegan in to chat to him - and you! Steve Davis is calling in with a super snooker swap and Adam Ant is back!
E25
Episode 25
Sat, Mar 27 1982 9:30 AM GMT+0000
165 min
It's a party today as Swap Shop celebrates its 146th edition. There are cards, presents and entertainers. Barry Took is coming, so is B. A. Robertson. Richard Stilgoe is there and so is Bert. There are cartoons, the best in pop, and an end-of-season Stock Clearance that will amaze you. Don't miss it. Shop doors open at 9.30 am sharp, and close for the final time at 12.12 pm.
Noel Edmonds
as Presenter
Keith Chegwin
as Outside Broadcaster
John Craven
as Co-Presenter
Maggie Philbin
as Co-Presenter