Comedy

Richard Morris, leader of Wychavon District Council, says the festival exceeded all expectations.

Dozens of events are taking place around Hastings and St Leonards until 15 June.

Comics escape the "relentless Edinburgh churn" and head to Exeter for a four-day festival.

The skit was found in archive of Ray Galton and Alan Simpson's work held at the University of York.

The comedian speaks after performing at an eight-day festival in memory of Young Ones star Rik Mayall.

The Exeter Comedy Festival, which features more than 60 shows in 15 venues across four days, takes place until Sunday 8 June.

Comedy, music, magic and cabaret will all be part of the arts festival, which runs from August 1 to 25.