Horrible Histories wins Best Children's Programme!

At the Broadcast Awards last night Horrible Histories was awarded best children’s programme for The Gruesome Gunpowder Plot episode.

Judges described the show as “a true gem” of children’s programming, with one adding that it was “so well written, smart humour, inclusive cast, factually accurate and fun for the target audience”. 

The show’s ensemble cast brought to life sketches, TV and movie parodies, song parodies and a quiz section with aplomb, while the costumes and setting gave the show a tangible, real-world feel – all within the constraints of a children’s factual budget.   

One judge said they had seen the impact of Horrible Histories in their own eight-year-old, who is “constantly spouting interesting facts she has learnt”. They added: “The cast are hilarious, and the use of the budget is impressive – perfect family viewing.” 

Another said: “It doesn’t get much better than this for children’s television, does it? Engaging, fun, informative content, music, and comedy - Horrible Histories has the lot in spades.”