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... And Yet Another Partridge in a Pear Tree

Cynthia receives stacks of Christmas gifts from a lavish admirer, who's overly inspired by the carol. Stars Penelope Keith.

"I have just succeeded in accommodating your seven swans a-swimming in my bath, which was no mean achievement when one considers the number of pear trees on the landing."

Miss Cynthia Bracegirdle is the recipient of a series of gifts from an extravagant admirer.

As the days pass, he interprets the carol "Twelve Days of Christmas" too literally for comfort.

Brian Sibley's Cautionary Tale for Christmas.

Starring Penelope Keith

With:

Timothy Bateson.

Director: John Theocharis

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 1977.

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18 minutes

Last on

Sat 27 Dec 202503:10
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