BBC Light Entertainment

Ever since the first episode was broadcast in 1968, Dad’s Army has been one of the most familiar programmes on British television – much-loved and shown repeatedly, thanks to the affection it is held in by viewers of all generations. But despite its seemingly constant presence on screen, lots of Dad's Army moments have remained unseen inside the BBC’s archives – until now. Narrator Toby Jones – who himself played Captain Mainwaring in the 2016 Dad’s Army film – shares a selection of classic clips that feature everyone’s favourite Home Guard platoon in appearances that took them beyond the confines of Walmington-on-Sea. Amongst the many delights are Mainwaring dancing and sparring with Morecambe and Wise, the whole cast defending Buckingham Palace at the 1970 Royal Gala, Private Pike invading the Lulu Show, and a special song and dance tribute to Noel Coward – all must-see moments for fans of the show.

Comedy hero Jasper Carrott marks hitting his 80th year with a look back over the unique career that has seen him gracing our screens for the past five decades. Having started out in the Midlands' folk club circuit in the 1970s, Jasper’s observational humour and storytelling style meant television beckoned from the early days, resulting in award-winning series like Carrott’s Lib, Carrot’s Commercial Breakdown and, eventually, The Detectives. Here, Jasper tells the story of those series, shares his insights into what makes for a successful career in comedy writing and performing, and reveals some of his favourite moments from over the years, including the name of one particular famous fan, whose unexpected praise was the cherry on the comedy cake.