How many nuclear power stations are there in the UK?

There are 16 nuclear power stations in the UK.

 

Is it true that the mother of Mike Nesmith from 60s pop band The Monkees invented Tippex?

Yes it is.  She invented the formula for correction fluid that went on to become the brand name Tippex.

 

Who provided the voice for the animated cat ‘Charlie’ in the 1970s public information films?

Believe it or not, the voice was provided by the sadly deceased Kenny Everett.

 

I’m trying to get in touch with the man who played Timothy Claypole in the childrens series Rentaghost.  Where can I contact him?

Unfortunately Timothy Claypole AKA Michael Stanniforth died of an AIDS related illness in 1987.  He is sadly missed.

 

Do you have a favourite girls name?

I do.  It’s Maud.

 

Is it true that there is no word in the English language that rhymes with the word ‘orange’?

Strictly speaking this is true, although there are some very close matches.  These include impinge, lozenge and syringe.

 

Is it possible to visit the grave of King Canute’s daughter?

Yes it is.  You can find it inside Bosham Church, West Sussex.

 

Have you ever been canoeing?

No, but I did go on a cross channel ferry once.  I imagine it’s much the same sensation.

 

Would you support a campaign for Ikea furniture to come ready assembled?

I would, but my friend Martyn wouldn’t as he feels that assembling Ikea furniture keeps the middle classes off the roads at weekends, making it easier for him to drive around.

 

Is there anywhere in the UK where I can see a Vulcan bomber?

Fortunately there are lots of places where you can still view this majestic aviation treasure.  The Imperial War Museum Duxford, Hendon RAF museum and RAF Cosford are but three.

 

What is your favourite name for a fish and chip shop?

Assalt and Battery.

 

What is the best way to light a cigarette in the wind?

The best way to achieve a favourable result is to firstly stand facing away from the wind.  Then, with the cigarette in your mouth tilt you head forwards so that the cigarette hangs vertically from your mouth.  Then simply light with your spare hand cupped lovingly around but not touching the cigarette.  You should then be able to enjoy a pleasurable smoke.

 

Cheese. How does it make you feel?

Last new years eve I ended up at a very good party hosted by the heir to the 'Dairy Crest' fortune. I was more than happy to accept her hospitality and lord it up in a big Art Deco house by the seaside that had been purchased indirectly because of cheese sales. None of that however has changed my views on the evil cow sap. Cheese is the devil's sperm. If I were in a position of power I would make it illegal.

 

What car does Wombles narrator and all round TV good guy Bernard Cribbins drive?

Bernard Cribbins drives an old burgandy coloured Subaru Stationwagon.

 

What is the tallest hospital in the world?

The tallest hospital in the world is Guy's Hospital in London, the tower of which soars to a monumental 143 metres. It almost makes you want to be ill doesn't it?

 

On your extensive travels, which has been the most impressive nuclear bunker that you have visited and are there any bunkers that you still wish to visit?

Without doubt the most impressive nuclear bunker I've visited has been The Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker in Essex. This marvel of cold war construction is not only disguised to look like a farmers bungalow, but has its own cat who lives in the gift shop. He likes being stroked by visitors. Even more strange, outside by the communications tower lives a Llama.

There are still many bunkers throughout the UK I wish to visit. I also want to live the dream and spend a night in one.

 

What height is the world’s tallest dwarf?

According to a US medical website, dwarfism refers to any adult whose height is 148 cm (4 feet 10 inches) or less. Interestingly, dwarfism is also known as nanism.