Bristol Channel (TV channel)
Cable TV broadcaster
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Bristol Channel was a cable television broadcaster that operated in the Bristol area of England during a period of experimental licensing of cable community television in the 1970s. It was run by Rediffusion and existed from 17 May 1973[1] to March 1975.[2][3]
Its programming line-up at launch included the UK's first ever regular breakfast television programme. Its launch schedule also included Teleidoscope: local entertainments, what's on, arts and crafts, film and theatre local music groups; Help: a citizen's advice bureau; Cross Channel; programming made by young people in subjects of their choice; Pastime: out-of-the-ordinary hobbies, unusual sports and occupations and various weekend activities and a studio discussion show called Broad Plain Speaking.[4]
