Edmonds and Chegwin reunite for one-off Swap Shop

Guests will include several popular children's TV presenters such as Mike Read, who took over from 'Swap Shop' with 'Saturday Superstore', Andi Peters, Emma Forbes and Sarah Green.

'Multi-Coloured Swap Shop', which ran on BBC One from 1976-1982, featured cartoons, live guests and outside broadcasts, as well as the swapping of children's collections.

However, the idea was extended and applied to any kind of swapping such as a feature in which John Craven of 'Newsround' fame would each week present a "News Swap". This would include a topical story that would prompt a reaction from viewers, such as "Do newspaperboys get paid enough?"

Chegwin would present 'The Swaparama', which involved live swaps, while cook Delia Smith would teach viewers how to make items such as sausage rolls.

'It Started With Swap Shop' is due to be aired between Christmas and New Year on BBC Two.

Separately, 'Jim'll Fix It' is returning after 12 years, featuring presenter Jimmy Saville making young people's dreams come true.

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