When did Associated Television start broadcasting from London?
Associated Television began broadcasting from London on the 24th of September 1955. This was the second Independent Television Authority franchise to go on air.
Questions about Associated Television
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What dates did Associated Television hold its contracts for London and the Midlands?
The weekend contract for London ran from the 24th of September 1955 until the 28th of July 1968. The weekday contract for the Midlands opened on the 17th of February 1956 and continued until the 29th of July 1968 before ATV retained a seven-day service starting the 30th of July 1968.
Where were the main studios located for Associated Television during its history?
For most of its history, Associated Television produced content at Elstree studios in Hertfordshire near London after acquiring them in May 1958. The company also operated from Foley Street in Central London for playout and maintained the ATV Centre off Broad Street in Birmingham which remained in use until 1997.
Which famous shows did Associated Television produce including The Adventures of Robin Hood?
Associated Television produced notable programmes such as The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Muppet Show, Crossroads, Tiswas, Bullseye, Family Fortunes, and Emergency Ward 10. The company also distributed ITC programmes throughout the UK and exported productions internationally.
When did Associated Television cease broadcasting and what replaced it?
Associated Television ceased broadcasting at 12:34am on Friday the 1st of January 1982 following Scottish Television's Hogmanay Show. The newly formed Central Independent Television began broadcasting at 9:25am that morning to replace the service.