BBC Radio Devon’s ‘Test the County’ quiz packs at libraries
Devon County Council has teamed up with BBC Radio Devon to help make it easier for residents to take part in the station’s big ‘Test the County’ quiz and raise money for BBC Children in Need.
This year quiz packs, which cost just £6, are available to purchase from all 50 of Devon County Council’s Libraries, as well as by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope and a cheque to Radio Devon.
Test the County will start at 7pm on Thursday 17th January 2013 with the questions asked live on the radio by Judi Spiers.
Those taking part will be playing against teams all over Devon, with the winners being awarded the Test the County trophy.
The quiz will be raising money for BBC Children in Need, which, in the last 12 months, has awarded 11 grants in Devon totalling more than £500,000.
Presenter, Judi Spiers said:
“I’m really excited to be part of ‘Test the County’. Having presented the show previously, I know the atmosphere we get on the night from people playing around Devon is always amazing which we reflect on the programme.
“It’s unique where we bring the county together to have some fun on a cold January evening. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate BBC Radio Devon’s 30th birthday without opening a bottle!”
Cllr Roger Croad, Devon County Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities, said:
“Our libraries are at the heart of our communities, and this is just another example of how they can be useful hubs to be enjoyed for everyone’s benefit.
“I am pleased that we have been able to work with BBC Radio Devon to help make it easier for residents to take part in the quiz by having the packs available in our libraries.
“I would encourage everyone to pop in and purchase one and take part for an excellent cause.
“I am looking forward to tuning in and wish everyone luck.”
How do you get involved?
Test the County will run from 7pm until 10pm, with teams playing either individually or in groups.
On the night, each team will need to be able to hear the radio, and although Judi won’t start asking the questions until 7.30pm, to get the best out of the Test The County (TTC) experience we suggest that you are in position listening from 7pm.
BBC Radio Devon aim to have TTC nights held in pubs, clubs, village halls, businesses and homes.
Last time, they had about 1,000 teams and are hoping to break that record in 2013.
At the end of the evening, BBC Radio Devon will be crowning a Test the County champion from all the teams playing across the Devon.
How can you take part?
BBC Radio Devon will be providing answer sheets as part of a pack for each team – maximum four players per team.
Each pack costs £6, which is their means of raising money for the appeal.
To play, either pop down to your local Devon County Council Library to purchase a pack or send a stamped, self-addressed envelope and a cheque made payable to BBC Children in Need for the appropriate amount to: Test the County, BBC Radio Devon, PO Box 1034, Plymouth.
Please also let BBC Radio Devon know your team name(s), where you will be playing, and, if possible, a contact telephone number and email address.
If you run a pub or club, and don’t yet know how many teams you will have, let BBC Radio Devon know an approximate figure and they can send you some packs on a sale-or-return basis.
Remember, you can play as part of a big group of teams, or just on your own at home.
During the course of the programme, BBC Radio Devon will be aiming to send reporters to as many of the participating locations as possible to broadcast live, so you could find yourself on air talking to Judi!
To find your nearest Devon County Council library please visit www.devon.gov.uk/yourlocallibrary or call 0845 155 1001.
To find out more about Test the County, please email: testthecounty@bbc.co.uk, or call BBC Radio Devon on 01752 234934.
