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Hard Spell Abbey
Genre Game show
Starring Simon Hickson
Jaz Ampaw-Farr
Narrated by Simon Grant
Theme music composer Dobs Vye
No. of episodes 5
Release
Original network CBBC
BBC1
Original release 29 November (2004-11-29) – 3 December 2004 (2004-12-03)
Chronology
Related shows Hard Spell

Hard Spell Abbey was a fun five-part game show all about spelling! It was made for CBBC, a children's TV channel. The show was filmed in a real abbey in Suffolk, England, during 2004. It was created to go along with Hard Spell, which was a bigger spelling competition for families on BBC One.

What is Hard Spell Abbey?

Hard Spell Abbey was a unique spelling bee competition. It combined exciting games with some "reality-style" filming. This meant viewers could see what was happening behind the scenes. The show helped young contestants improve their spelling skills.

Fun Games and Celebrity Guests

Each episode of Hard Spell Abbey featured different spelling challenges. There were also funny parts with famous people. These short comedy clips were called "Spellebrity Squares."

Spellebrity Squares

In "Spellebrity Squares," well-known celebrities tried to spell words live on camera. It was a funny twist on a classic game show. Some of the celebrities who appeared included Dermot O'Leary, Dick and Dom, Tracy Beaker, Jonathan Ross, and Dermot Murnaghan.

Meet the Hosts!

The show had two main people who helped the contestants. They guided everyone through the spelling challenges and made the show entertaining.

Brother Brendan

Simon Hickson played a character named Brother Brendan. He was a slightly quirky but very friendly monk who lived at the abbey. Brother Brendan loved to get involved in all the games and activities.

Jaz Ampaw-Farr

Jaz Ampaw-Farr was the show's spelling expert. She worked closely with the contestants, giving them tips and coaching. With Brother Brendan's help, Jaz guided the young spellers towards success.

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