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- ↑ Sheridan, Simon (2004). The A-Z of Classic Children's Television: From Alberto Frog to Zebedee. Reynolds & Hearn Ltd. pp. 217–221. ISBN 1903111277.
- ↑ Norris Mc Whirter – 1994 Roy Castle tribute special
- ↑ screenonline: Record Breakers (1973–2001)