1. Early Years

And in a packed programme, a future comedy star is born opposite a fire station.

One of Britain's best loved comedy stars relates his life and times.

Written and read by Ronnie Corbett.

Ronnie recalls his early life with his poetry loving mother and his energetic baker father devoting his time to self-improvement.

When he finishes school, Ronnie is keen to be an actor. National Service leads him to meet friends with similar aspirations.

Producer: Steve Doherty.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2000.