Gus Honeybun is still at Flambards. He is now based in the underground burrow behind his original housing.
What happened Gus Honeybun?
The last ever Gus Honeybun programme, aired on 31 December 1992, at the tail end of the final TSW Today, which paid tribute to the station’s 11 years of service, saw Gus returned to the moor and reunited with his rabbit family with the help of continuity announcers Ruth Langsford and David Fitzgerald.
Who played Gus Honeybun?
‘No way’ – hilarious moment Josh Widdicombe left starstruck by Gus Honeybun puppet. To anyone living in the West Country from the 1960s to the 1990s, Gus Honeybun is no doubt a familiar name. The puppet rabbit was the star of Gus Honeybun’s Magic Birthdays on Westward Television, and later Television South West.
When did flambards open?
1976
Flambards Theme Park/Opened
Does flambards close for winter?
The museum exhibitions are open year-round, but the rides and play areas are open seasonally.
Does Bodmin Jail allow dogs?
We believe dogs would not enjoy the nature of the new ‘Dark Walk’ and jail experience and for their health and wellbeing, we have taken the decision to not allow dogs into any part of the attraction.
Are dogs allowed at Eden Project?
Dogs can enjoy miles of outdoor paths at Eden, but unfortunately we can’t allow them in the Biomes or other undercover areas, apart from the Visitor Centre (including the ticketing hall and shop). We are confident dogs will behave but there are a few ground rules for owners. Dogs must be: kept on a lead at all times.
What was Gus Honeybun’s job?
Gus Honeybun was the station mascot for Westward Television, and later Television South West, from 1961 to December 1992. A puppet rabbit, and star of Gus Honeybun’s Magic Birthdays, he achieved a longevity for a TV puppet second only to the Sooty characters.
Where was Gus Honeybun filmed?
Gus Honeybun was the station mascot for Westward Television, and later Television South West, from 1961 to 1992. A puppet rabbit, and star of Gus Honeybun’s Magic Birthdays, he achieved a longevity for a TV puppet second only to Sooty. Gus Honeybun was filmed at Westward/TSW’s Plymouth studios in the Derry’s Cross part of the city.
How many Gus Honeybun puppets were there?
There were four different Gus Honeybun puppets and TSW employed a person to create Gus Honeybun’s wardrobe. Gus had a theme tune composed by TV composer Ed Welch. A short video was made to accompany it, featuring Gus and several TSW presenters walking around in Plymouth.
Who is graphicgus Honeybun?
Gus Honeybun is a Plymothian superstar and the mere mention of his name, whether through the adorable plush teddy we sell in The Box Shop or the children’s train on Plymouth Hoe, makes the young and old curious about this bunny rabbit. But where did he come from?
