With the Spitting Image head on display, as promised a Museum credit to our loyal supporters. This is the list compiled by Crowdfunder but if you've donated on a visit and are AWOL please message us!
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Watching Bilko's Pigeons from the 3rd season. The show kept retakes down to a bare minimum so one presumes this glorious scene with the feather was filmed in one take!
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The Phil Silvers Show named checked for it's writing brilliance and wit. It's influence can be seen in many British sitcoms like Porridge, Blackadder, Fawley Towers & Father Ted!
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This list explores the fifty most significant male actors in the history of television based on their awards and influence on the industry.
Phil Silvers ranked #2! We can't argue with that!
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Lovely morning spent with John and Ed visiting the new Museum for the first time.
Delighted to have caught up with you at long last. Love the museum and your dedication. The array of personal items is very impressive!
- John, Ed, Cork & Preston.
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Great news! From Wednesday 18th March Phil's Spitting Image head will be on display. We are planning a celebratory weekend around Phil's heavenly birthday 11th May. Possibly the 9th and 10th May to celebrate the Museum's new home!
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Stumbled across this nestled in an archive box. Original, old school, cut and paste template for The Phil Silvers Society before our official launch in 1984/85 with Phil's blessing.
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Strange ailment? Look at his record. Every year a new disease. Rhinitis, Ophitis, Bovinitus. Took you a week to find out it only affected cows! Tonsillitis twice - once the hard way - without tonsils!
- Hiken's brilliant writing. Ford's sublime delivery.
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The #Corona fizzical advert seemed to be emulating the old Sgt #Bilko style of delivery.
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'He had a peculiar talent with that wonderful basset-hound face of his. I have always felt I deserved some special award for working alongside Paul Ford without collapsing in laughter at everything he did.'
- Phil Silvers, 1973.
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The Fort Baxter washroom door is finished! Ecstatically happy with the new Museum. Although it's a slightly tighter space it works perfectly as I'm sure Phil Silvers would be the first to agree!
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Let’s mention #NeilSimon who cut his teeth as a farceur on #Bilko
The 3 sheet Follow That Camel poster has been framed with linen backing! Just under 2 hours to frame and mount in the Museum with assistance from my lovely wife Paula!
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The Museum banner is framed and on display! A few finishing touches required to the new displays and finally tackle the 3 sheet Follow That Camel poster! Public reaction has been incredibly positive! Phil Silvers would be proud!
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A rare day off sorting the conservatory/mancave! Decided to see how my VHS collection has coped from years of inactivity. Sony Smart Engine player, Cherokee Ernie, 1990's broacast on Fuji Super XG Pro tape. Quality is better than the Pluto TV screenings!
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The new Museum is 99.9% complete and reaction this weekend has been phenomenal! Thanks to everyone who visited including a second visit from @morris_bright Just need to frame the huge 3 sheet Camel poster tomorrow.
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Shifting through the Archives I've stumbled on this curious handwritten note from Phil. Pearl was his sister and Phil the youngest of 8 siblings. Not quite sure what the sets are but Phil had 2 of 'em!
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We're nearly there! Arranging and hanging the pictures is more painstaking than I remember! Recent visitors have given us a unanimous thumbs up even though the Museum is still under construction.
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Three more generous donations on route to the Museum from long time supporter Jeremy Guy. We truly appreciate everyone who has sent in donations! Phil would be proud!
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Museum update: We're open but the extensive revamp is taking slightly longer than planned. All cabinets are finished! We'll have a launch party around Phil Silvers birthday 11th May!
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The delightful Julie Newmar who portrayed the voluptuous "Stacked" Suzie follows our Museum page. Always a thrill when she posts. She adored Phil and he adored Julie!
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More progress on the new Museum layout! Here's a peek at one of the cabinets! Work to continue over the next 2 days. Updates to follow!
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Latest Museum Update. We've relocated the store and Museum and although I've started curating the new displays there is still a lot to do. I'm hoping to have it ready for visitors by 4th February. Any questions call 07773 579181.
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The old Sarge is with Roger having his teeth fettled ready for his big unveil in the new Museum! Date TBC!
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Latest Update: A busy week! Museum layout finished and cabinets in place. The store is looking rather empty! Still on schedule for 1st February, although an official launch date to be confirmed!
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Will be contacting @plutotvuk and ask if they have rights to the entire series. Great it's being broadcast again but Phil deserves better than the poor Viacom 1980 prints they're currently broadcasting.
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Busy week relocating the Museum. Display cabinets in place but more work to do. We are on schedule and hope to reopen 1st February, TBC. In the meantime if you're planning a visit please call me 07773 579181.
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We have started to relocate the store and Museum. We intend to keep the store open but there may be some disruption to the Museum. If you are planning a visit please call me 07773 579181.
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And so it begins! Museum revamp underway! Working out the best way to frame this 3 sheet!
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Behinds the scenes: Phil warming up an enthusiastic audience and a rare colour image of Maurice Gosfield, Maurice Brenner, Jack Healy, Phil, Mickey Freeman and Billy Sands. The greatest ensemble cast ever!
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