Ever Decreasing Circles Classic TV Show

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Notes by Margo: No better British comedy exists - in my not-so-humble opinion--than Ever Decreasing Circles.

Ever Decreasing Circles Classic TV Show

From the writers of The Good Life and Please Sir comes a satirical swipe at modern suburban life. Martin Brice means well. He wants a safe neighbourhood, he wants a clean neighbourhood, but in the process he gets a little over zealous.

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50 Leigh Mathers from Sutton Coldfield : Wonderful show, very underrated. I adored Howard & Hilda as a kid - I wanted to grow up and get married and have the sort of marriage they did!!

49 Gloria Webb from Great yarmouth : WONDERFUL SERIES

Wonderful series. Managed to get the complete series from ebay and watch them all over and over again. Love the episode where Ann goes to Paul's party and Martin who doesn't go rings Ann up from next door to tell her he has the milk on for the cocoa. Magic! They don't make them like that any more!

48 tony forbes from high wycombe : Has ever so many words been spoken in just a single expression- like that of of martin's angst and frustration at yet another "paul victory". Unique series and fondly cherished.

47 beastyclarke from london : Just watched a clip from the good life forgot how superb you were. I adored u in ever decreasing also. Love u Richard. Thankyou 4 all the wonderful laughs.

46 Jeremy fWilliams from USA : EDC was awesome because Martin represented everything English that is rapidly disappearing. He was determined to continue the fight against the Normans "land barons" (Paul and the modern world) on behalf of the honest Anglo Saxons (Martin & Olde England). I would love to have a half with him and wasn't his wife a real lady.

45 mary james from sussex : My father loves the shows and is keen to know where the cottage, is where the holiday episode was fimed. Thanks

44 Ian from Arundel, West Sussex : This was one of the greatest british sitcoms of all time, and the new comdey shows cannot touch this, i can watch every episode over and over again. I have 1 question if someone out there can answer it for me i would be so greatful, in 1 episode martin goes into town and i think he goes to see paul in his gym, now is that town Littlehampton at all? it looks remarkably like it, if anyone cud answer it for me i would be forever thankful

43 Ian from Portsmouth : For those asking where the cricket match was played in the earlier part of the series it was at Durbans Road, Wisborough Green which is about 2.5 West of Billingshurst. Still there today and looks just the same as it did in the series. Don't know where the last episodes cricket pitch was filmed though as it's not the same as Wisborough's

42 Paul Emery from WITNEY : I loved EDC from when I was a child and it is one of my alltime faves too, it has always been underrated in my opinion. I find it funny and very sad at the same time. I cant remember the final episode, can anyone tell me what happens to them all?

41 john from bognor regis : hi there one of the greatest and funniest shows on tv, but can anyone tell me the location of the village fete, when they where dressed as cavaliers and roundheads. please as we have an on going dispute in our house, and i do not want to sleep in the spare room for much longer ...thanks

40 Nick from East Sussex : Does anyone know where Paul's salon was located after its move from alongside Billingshurst train station? The front is clearly visible as Martin puts up a poster outside. Also where is Paul's health club located? And where is his lovely conservatory when it's not in his garden?! It keeps vanisning! Great show though!

39 Shaqui Le Vesconte from Crawley : On the subject of locations, the night scenes at the end of the 'Vicars & Tarts' episode were filmed in Crawley Town Centre. It may seem that Martin is driving along one long road but in fact he driving up and down the Broadway, between the main Post Office (visible at the end of the 'road' in some shots) and the church (which isn't visible in the dark). Most of the scenes take place in the middle of the Broadway, where the zebra crossing (also visible) used to be, between Queens Square and the pedestrian only Broadwalk. Dixons, which used to be on the corner of the Broadway and Queens Square, is also clearly seen, as is the old cigarette and sweet kiosk. On the opposite corner used to be the Co-op, latterly Living and now TJ Hughes! Unfortunately for EDC sightseers, there has been a lot of development in Queens Square in recent years, and a new block of shops occupies the area where the kiosk and 'open' side of Queens Square used to be. The traffic in the middle is single lane only, for buses and taxis, meaning the zebra crossing has also ceased to be...

38 Stephen Wadey from Crawley : When the outside scenes were being filmed in 'The close' my wife used to live with her parents in the house next door - you can see her fathers Ford Sierra in several episodes.

37 LINZ from SURREY : Yes brilliant series. Fav.episode is the cricket match and the scene of Martin watching Paul win the match with total disbelief on his face just brilliant. Have been to The Close and Paul's Salon but where did they film the cricket match, the field where they held the fetes, the shopping centre and the high st.driving back from the tarts and vicars party?

36 Nick Robinson from East Sussex : Absolutely brilliant show! Watched it so many times my knowledge is almost encyclopaedic. There are loads of mistakes, continuity errors and even some confusion over where the Close is. Both Sussex and Surrey it would seem! In fact it is Billingshurst, W.Sussex and I easily located The Close and plan another pilgrimage with a fellow fan soon! The writing is sharp, the performances faultless and the combination of humour and real sadness quite irresitible. Without doubt the most underrated T.V.comedy. Thankfully the arrival of D.V.D. re-issues keeps E.D.C. alive for us all to enjoy. Quick mistake question: which of the old ladies on the visit to 'Brooks Mead' makes it to Martin's driveway but not into the house? A mysterious change of actress occurs!

35 Scott Cappleman from Leighton Buzzard : I never really watched this when it first came out but have recently bought the DVD boxset as I have discovered a love of the British sitcom. I must say, I have fell head over heels in love with this sitcom, it really has charmed the pants off me (not literally).

It's very rarely that I cry, but the very last episode had tears streaming down my face. Brilliant!!!!!

34 GIDEON ROSE from CROYDON,SURREY : To Christine Haynes,

In answer to your question about Peter Egan's other screen appearances -

Lillie - 1978

Reilly Ace Of Spies - 1983

Paradise Postponed - 1986

Perfect Spy - 1987

Joint Account - 1989.

33 Charles Calthorpe from Manchester : I actually know a couple in reality who are just like Howard and Hilda - Wear the same jumpers go on holiday to the same places each year and finish off each others sentances - Penny Whitton was brilliant as the long suffering wife and did you note the chemistry between her and the guy who was played by Richard Briers.

32 Jonathan Reeves from Derbyshire : Ever Decreaing circles was my favorite tv program, I particularly liked the eppisode with the start of the cricket season when Martin has to pick paul for the team. If anyone wants to visit The Close it was filmed at a palce called Dell Lane, this is in Billingshurst West Sussex. I went there recently and it still looks the same, except Pauls front garden now has a tree in it. If you want to see Pauls salon this is net to the railway station, the close is about 10 mins walk from here, buy a map & its easy to find.

31 Bill from France : One of my favourite programmes of all time, quite apart from the fact that I worked (and later lived) in Billingshurst before I even realised it was filmed there. In fact I nearly bought Martin and Ann's house...

I've been likened to Martin (by first wife), to Paul (by sister) while the ex in-laws thought wife 1 and I were Howard and Hilda.

As I'm not there now, I hope I can add that 'The Close' is really 'Dell Lane', just behind the parish church.

30 AJ from Bucks : In reply to Hayley from Hampshire (no.22), John Challis was in the episode where Martin's office is divided in two - John Challis is the decorator who paints the dividing wall. I think my favourite episode (if it is possible to choose) is the Christmas special where Martin, Howard and Paul end up sharing a bed due to the overspill of guests from Paul's party - priceless!

29 Roger C Bull from Cornwall U.K. : Ever Decreasing Circles was one of the finest comedies produced by the BBC with a magnificent cast. Richard Briers was magnificent in the role of Martin Bryce, constantly at odds with the newcomer to "The Close", Paul Ryman played by Peter Egan. Martin constantly found life somewhat an uphill struggle against others who did not conform to his way of thinking and life in general. Paul Ryman please take a bow!

Martin relied heavily on his long tome friends the hysterical Howard and Hilda Hughes,a charming couple who had the same taste in leisurewear. Despite his shortcomings Martin was married to the the drop dead gorgeous Ann Bryce played by the drop dead gorgeous Penelope Wilton. Ann remained faithful to Martin throughout the series, although at times she was sorely tempted by the attentions of Paul Ryman.

The Christmas episode which had Martin , Howard and Paul all sharing the same bed was a classic.

The final episode which saw Martin and Ann leave the close for a new life in Oswestry was a true tear-jerker.

Sadly Ever Decreasing Circles is part of BBC history. The warmth of the the series has never in my opinion bettered by any other comedy.

Thank you Martin Briars, Penelope Wilton,Peter Egan,

Stanley Lebor and Geraldine Newman.

28 Dave from Bristol : Vintage comedy with a rare cast who really performed as a team. Favourite moment for me is in the Cottage episode when Martin comes into his own by knowing how to light the fire, start the taps etc, smug in the knowledge that Paul is a fish out of water in this environment. Can anyone tell me where in Billingshurst "The Close" is? And what about a one-off special with Martin retiring and moving back? Or would that ruin a nostaligc gem?

27 anne from Belgium : It was one of the funniest series I have ever watched! Richard Briers was just right as Martin - and regret they didn't make more episodes!

26 David Wiggins from Stratford, east London : I adore this series and have SO many favourite moment. Probably my fave episode is STUCK IN A LOFT. Best supporting actor is Stanley Lebor.

25 johnny smooth from london : Re: the Ray Winstone query, he plays a lorry driver in the episode where paul orders a skip load of manure (third series, i think) and it's delivered on martin's drive by mistake. best episode? the one with the pool match where howard discovers his mojo...

24 Nicky Richardson from Brighton, England : I adore this! Martin, Anne, Howard, Hilda, Paul. It's a work of genius.

The way the characters ticked was so brilliantly observed, and the nightmare scenario of just how bad life in suburban England could be (but only if there's a Martin on the scene!) was exploited to the full.

The only episode I found unconvincing was the last one when Anne became pregnant and she and Martin left the hallowed Close. The rest of it I can watch and watch again!

23 Keith Livingstone from Enniskillen NI : Brilliant series. Have just bought the DVD. I refuse to watch the Final episode. I still like to think of Martin and Anne, Paul and H&H still living in the close. Martin would be retired - how would he fill his time now i wonder? Its over to John and Bob for that one or has anyone else any ideas?

22 Hayley from Hampshire : As a Huge Fan of Ever Decreasing Circles, I have watched all the episodes many times and as a result of this, have noticed mistakes in some of the episodes.

In the cottage episode where martin gets stuck in the loft, howard and hilda come back from their walk and ann tells them martin is still in the loft. Now Howard and Hilda left to go on their walk before the slate fell off the roof, so would not know martin was in the roof at all.

During the "ann in hospital" episode, the painting in their hallway changes halfway through.

In the episode where Paul burns his house sign, Martin and Paul get to Pauls garden by going through the gate between their houses. In the episode where Martin and Ann take Howard and Hilda to the airport, they come back and get to their garden by going through the same gate!

I don't want to sound like i'm complaining coz I am such a huge fan and I just wanted to point these things out.

I have one question for fans, Which episodes were Ray winstone and John challis in and which characters did they play?

21 Matthew from Somerset : Ever Decreasing Circles is a brilliant comedy. One of the best comedies that Richard Briers did. Penelope Wilton and Peter Egan are brilliant as well

20 julienewman from dagenhamessex : What a exellent show i always laugh when Martin changes the telepone and wipes his shoes upon stepping through the front door and having to put up with that nice chap Paul from next door and his poor long suffering wife what a pleasant show I may add.

19 Armand Lucas from Cleveland, Ohio : I had the pleasure of living in Salisbury while training as an hon. Registrar in Plastic Surgery at Odstock Hospital mid-1985 to mid-1986. Some of our fondest memories were spent watching EDC, I believe it was Sunday nights.

18 Ian Johnston from Glasgow : There is something hugely enjoyable about EDC. The scripts were superb although I think more than anything else it was the sheer acting talent of the cast. The characters are so wonderfully observed and engaging. Having recently watched all the episodes again I felt completely drawn in and really sad there are no more!

17 Chris from Billingshurst : The Close in EDC is actually in a small town/ large village called Billingshurst, West Sussex I live there too. Many times I walk through. The garage doors are the same colour. They could film there tomorrow & you wouldn't be able to tell the difference from all those years ago. Ironically the series is actually set in North Surrey Epsom/leatherhead/dorking Redhill area which is where I originate from. So I sometimes wonder why they choose to film 20 miles or so further South when there must have been hundreds of places in Surrey. Though watching the repeats I can see how they utilised Billingshurst for alot of other outside scenes, The Library, Station etc. Maybe it was that bit more quiet than Surrey so they were able to get on with filming. I would give the name of the Road but I don't know whether its forbidden.

16 Lynn from Wakefield : What was the theme tune for the show called????

15 darren hales from worcester, uk : Does anyone know where the close in Ever decreasing circles was filmed?

14 Al from London : Ash - I think the name of the lodge was the Egremont Club - again, a brilliant episode. My favourite episode is the one when Martin thinks he has slept with a prostitute in Belgium - a classic!!

13 Ash Punj from Peterborough : The best episode was where Martin Brice helped Paul buy that ironmongers. The way the shopkeeper sold one nail to Martin was really funny. The best comedy series I've seen.

12 christine haynes from wrexham : I love evey episode of EDC, my favourite character is Paul (Peter Egan is Gorgeous). I would like to know what else he has appeared in, if anybody could help please.

11 ash from london : what was the name of the lodge that he frequented ?

10 David Blount from Leicestershire : It is a truly brilliant, but under-rated and definitely under broadcast show. The episode where martin and ann put up 'the overspill' from paul's christmas party over the festive period has to be one of the best comedy half hours in the history of television! It is not only an endearing childhood memory but also an illustration of the way in which spontenuity (ann inviting them to stay) and morals (Martin hating the idea but agreeing because ann's reputation and honour would be at stake should he evict them), can be worlds apart in terms of emotion, reason and purpose but still ultimately agree. This contrast in mentality lead to brilliant clashes and interaction!

9 Matthew from Bradford : I watched it again the other week and indeed it is a classic. In many ways however, it is a terrible indictment of Thatcherism. We are meant to enjoy the mix of old school tie/new Thatcherite capitalist that is Paul, and the way in which he is 'better' than the older, gentler and more civic minded -- even socialist -- Martin. Most of the time when Paul solves something it is through is 'connections' with the local council, i.e. corruption.

Very funny though.

8 Andy Murray/Kate Robertson from St Leonards On Sea : During millionaire EDC came up as a discussion. Thanks to this site we got our answers.

A brilliant series that we don't think ever got the real appreciation it deserved.

Andy says, ' my mother banned the videos of the series being watched as it meant that my father sat down and didn't do any work around the house.'

7 roanna from Chesterfield : My all time favourite moment of this series was the episode when Martin hired the skip and the neighbourhood got "skip madness" and filled it over night, one neighbour even parking a car in it!

6 Richard Watt from Flanders, NJ, USA : I think it might be my father's favorite BritCom (just edging out Yes, Minister)----one of the best moments occurs when Martin is in a tither about the stalled tractor hauling the dung from his driveway and Paul pulls up in his sportscar---Anne's "Oh, good, here's Paul," begets a classic facial expression from Martin. I wish they'd rebroadcast here in the States.

5 Shinystar! from Cornwall : I've been a fan since they repeated the series on BBC 1 about two years ago!!! I was a huge fan of the Good Life so another sit com with "Diccy Briers in was not to be missed!! I'm lucky enough to have recorded every episode and was recently given the new DVD's for a birthday pressie!!!

My favourite ,favourite scene has to be, when the group come together with their new neighbours Dan and Diana Danby!

They start to discuss their favourite jam and Howard had to go for Hildas cherry!!! Gentle comedy it may be!! But the undertones can be quite saucy sometimes!!! :>) Any hoo, here's to John Esmonde and Bob Larbey!!! And of course to Richard Briers!!! Hours of entertainment that lasts through the years!!!:>)

4 Stephen Grainger from Bangor NI : My favourite moment is when Martin is arguing with the barsteward (no pun) about his decision to give him out in the cricket match.

3 Danny Graham from Liverpool : One of my closest friends is so reminiscent of Paul, the amorous neighbour. He has me in stitches all the time.

2 ANN CRITCHLEY from Rainham, Kent : Although I am an Ann and my husband is Martin, I think we resemble Howard and Hilda more!

I love the gentle humour and the characterisation. The twinkle in Paul's eye when he winds Martin up and the unspoken attraction between Ann and Paul hangs in the air. But Ann cannot find it in her heart to upset Martin and that is what makes the series so real.

1 Jeff Lowsley from East Riding : Beacuse every one know's a Martin Bryce, and Paul Rhyman, it's so well written without,being over the top.

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