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1. Childhood Memories

The Goon Show star Sir Harry Secombe recalls his Swansea childhood and why a raffle was one of his greatest disappointments.

One of Britain鈥檚 best-loved entertainers recalls his Swansea childhood and why a raffle was one of his greatest disappointments.

Autobiography of comedian and singer Sir Harry Secombe, first published in 1982.

He rose to prominence on 麻豆社 radio with his work on The Goon Show.

Abridged in five parts by Elizabeth Proud.

Producer: Enyd Williams

First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in June 1983.

15 minutes

Last on

Tue 14 Apr 2026 03:30

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