In following years, Crane presented radio programmes, breaking to present Channel M News and Channel M Today for Manchester-based Channel M, for which he received the Best Regional Presenter award at the Royal Television Society North West Awards 2009. He is a presenter for Greatest Hits Radio as of January 2019.

Where does Andy Crane come from?

Morecambe, United KingdomAndy Crane / Place of birthMorecambe is a seaside town in the City of Lancaster district in Lancashire, England, on the southern coast of Morecambe Bay. Wikipedia

What radio station is Andy Crane on?

BBC Radio Manchester
Join Andy Crane on BBC Radio Manchester.

What Programmes was Andy Crane on?

Andy Crane (I)

  • Known For. Redcoats Writer (2003)
  • What’s Up Doc? Self – Presenter / Mr. Stinge (1992-1995)
  • Cluedo Self (1993)
  • Bad Influence! Self – Presenter (1992-1996)
  • Soundtrack. What’s Up Doc? ( 1992-1994)
  • Writer. Redcoats (2003)
  • Archive footage. Reel Stories (2018)
  • Archive footage. Top of the Pops: The True Story (2001)

When was Andy Crane in the broom cupboard?

At 3.55pm on 9 September 1985, Phillip Schofield presented the first slot for the all-new Children’s BBC. His introductions to the programmes came from a tiny control desk, dubbed the Broom Cupboard. Stars including Andy Crane, Andi Peters and Zoe Ball later made the Broom Cupboard their home.

Who is presenting greatest hits radio now?

Take a look at the Greatest Hits Radio presenters:

  • Simon Mayo. Simon Mayo has Drivetime every weekday at 4pm and The Album Show Sundays from 1pm.
  • Paul Gambaccini. Paul brings us his famous America’s Greatest Hits programme every Saturday between 5pm-7pm.
  • Mark Goodier.
  • Pat Sharp.
  • Rossie.
  • Alex Lester.
  • Jenny Powell.
  • Andy Crane.

Did Andi Peters have a puppet?

During his early television career, Andi Peters worked for ITV as an presenter for Thames Television and also as in-vision continuity announcer for CITV. Peters was accompanied by Edd the Duck, a hand puppet with a green mohican.

Did Andy Crane have a puppet in the broom cupboard?

Edd the Duck (originally Ed the Duck) is a puppet duck which appeared on the CBBC interstitial programme The Broom Cupboard alongside presenters Andy Crane and Andi Peters. His movements were performed by Christina Mackay-Robinson, an assistant producer employed by the BBC.

What age is Phillip Schofield?

59 years (April 1, 1962)Phillip Schofield / Age

Where does Andy Crane broadcast from?

Andy Crane broadcasts live from Salford Quays, the new home of BBC Radio Manchester, each Sunday lunchtime (1200-1400).

How old is Andrew Crane?

Andrew Howard Crane (born 24 February 1964) is an English television and radio presenter, best known for presenting Children’s BBC between 1987 and 1990 and for his current work as a presenter on the Greatest Hits Radio network.

How old is Howard Crane now?

Howard Andrew Crane (born 24 February 1964) is an English television and radio presenter, best known for presenting Children’s BBC between 1987 and 1990 and for his current work as a presenter on the Greatest Hits Radio network.

How did crank Crane become famous?

Crane started his career in radio before applying for Children’s BBC in 1986, making his debut late that year before taking over as sole presenter from Phillip Schofield. In this role he presented the interstitial sections of the schedule through the use of in-vision continuity.