Reverend W Awdry
Roy Plomley's castaway is the creator of Thomas the Tank Engine Reverend W Awdry.
Favourite track: Baal, We Cry to Thee by Felix Mendelssohn
Book: Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe
Luxury: Writing materials
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Train Sound Effects
West Highland Line near Tyndrum
Castaway's Favourite
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Felix Mendelssohn
Baal, we cry to thee (from Elijah)
Performer: Huddersfield Choral Society. Performer: Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. Conductor: Malcolm Sargent.
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Mabel Constanduros & Michael Hogan
The Bugginses Prepare for a Party
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Johann Sebastian Bach
Jesu, Joy of Mans Desiring from Cantata BWV 147
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Arthur Sullivan
When I was a lad (from HMS Pinafore)
Librettist: William Gilbert.![]()
Train Sound Effects
Trains in the hills
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Johnny Morris
Edward and Gordon
Author: W Awdry.![]()
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The Old Lady Drives to Dolgoch (recorded on the Talyllyn Railway)
Book Choice
Robinson Crusoe - Daniel Defoe
Luxury Choice
Writing materials
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Reverend W Awdry |
Broadcast
- Mon 19 Oct 196413:40Home Service
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