Contestant Calls

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	''This section contains specific adverts placed by producers who have contacted this website. When applying for a programme, '''please let them know you saw their appeal on ''UKGameshows.com'' ''' - thanks!''		''This section contains specific adverts placed by producers who have contacted this website. When applying for a programme, '''please let them know you saw their appeal on ''UKGameshows.com'' ''' - thanks!''
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-	===Heads or Tails===
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-	YOU COULD WIN POTENTIALLY LIFE CHANGING MONEY!
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-	Eyeworks are looking for contestants to take part in Head or Tails - the exciting new Gameshow where potentially life-changing money could be but a coin toss away.
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-	This could be your chance to appear on national television and potentially win a huge cash prize by simply deciding: HEADS OR TAILS?
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-	You don't have to be the brain of Britain to play. It's all about luck so don't delay, APPLY TODAY!
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-	We will be holding auditions over the next 2/3 weeks so get your form in as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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-	For an application form simply click on the link below:<br/>[http://82.69.187.149/HeadsorTails_APPLICATION_FORM.doc http://82.69.187.149/HeadsorTails_APPLICATION_FORM.doc]
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-	Or email [mailto:heads@eyeworks.tv heads@eyeworks.tv]
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-	Or phone 0207 644 0064
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-	Good Luck!
-	The Heads or Tails Contestant Team
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-	'''Deadline:''' 13 September 2009<br/>
-	'''Show type:''' series<br/>
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>
-	'''Interview cities:''' London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Newcastle
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-	===4 Cooks Went to Market (working title)- BBC 1 Pilot===
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-	Do you love to cook? Do people say your food's good enough to sell?
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-	Would you like to make some money from your culinary skills?
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-	We're making a new food show pilot for BBC1 and we are currently looking for fun, lively couples (friends/partners/colleagues/relatives) to take part. We're looking for people with a flair for cooking who've also got an eye for spotting a gap in the market. Do you think you have what it takes to create the next great selling idea, like cupcakes, pies or smoothies?
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-	Please only apply if you are a keen amateur cook.
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-	Applicants have to be London based, and available to film on the 2nd September. Over 18's only.
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-	To find out more e-mail us on [mailto:samrees-jones@splashmediatv.co.uk samrees-jones@splashmediatv.co.uk] and tell us a bit about yourself and why you'd like to be on the show.
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-	'''Deadline:''' 21 August 2009<br/>
-	'''Show type:''' Pilot<br/>
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>
-	'''Interview cities:''' London
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-	===Total Wipeout - series 3===
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-	Do you want to be a contestant on BBC One's most extreme gameshow, [[Total Wipeout]]?
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-	Do you think you have what it takes to defeat the Big Balls?
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-	Or perhaps you fancy tackling the wrath of The Sweeper?
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-	If you think you have what it takes to walk away with the cash prize in the awesome Wipeout Zone, we want to hear from you.
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-	Age restriction: Applicants must be 18 years of age and over.
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-	Availability: Applicants must be willing and able to travel to Buenos Aires, Argentina, for filming.
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-	To complete your application, please download the full application form from:
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-	[http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/beonashow/total_wipeout.shtml www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/beonashow/total_wipeout.shtml]
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-	Once you've completed it, please return the application form to us immediately!
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-	'''Deadline:''' 31 October 2009<br/>
-	'''Show type:''' Returning series<br/>
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>
-	'''Interview cities:''' London, Manchester, Cardiff, Birmingham, Belfast, Newcastle, Glasgow
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-	===That's My Kid===
-	Zodiak Television are looking for outgoing and friendly families for a PILOT episode of their new primetime entertainment show ''That's My Kid''. We're looking for several families made up of MUM, DAD and KID.	+	== General information ==
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-	ALL KIDS MUST BE BETWEEN 4½ & 5½ YEARS OLD.	+
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-	If your family is up for a FUN challenge and are available at the beginning of September, get in touch as soon as possible!	+
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-	Auditions to be held week commencing 17th August and you MUST be free either the 26/27 August, and the 2nd and 13th of September.	+
-	Email [mailto:lorry.powles@zodiakentertainment.com lorry.powles@zodiakentertainment.com] or phone 07719 558 981.	+	<div class="square">[[Image:Square 038.jpg]]</div> This is a list of other programmes which we believe are currently looking for contestants. When applying, it is usually necessary to include details of: your name, address, age, sex, daytime and evening telephone numbers, fax or email (if appropriate), and the name of the show you are applying for.
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-	'''Deadline:''' 25/08/09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Pilot<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' London	+
-	----	+	'''BBC SHOWS'''
-	===The Guillotine===	+
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-	We're looking for confident, lively contestants to take part in a new game show pilot filming abroad on 21st - 23rd September.	+
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-	General knowledge and quizzing ability are absolutely not necessary.	+
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-	We're looking for chatty, bubbly people who love words and can think laterally, making connections in the most unobvious of places.	+
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-	This is the kind of show that anyone can play and anyone can win, so if you think you fit the bill, apply now!	+
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-	Please e-mail [mailto:james.donkin@zodiakentertainment.com james.donkin@zodiakentertainment.com] with the subject heading "Application Form".	+
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-	You must have a valid passport and be available for audtions on 25th or 26th August.	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 24/08/09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Pilot<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' London	+
-	----	+	A general email address for contestants enquiries for '''BBC ONLY''' entertainment programmes is: [mailto:entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk]
-	===Untitled Family Game Show===	+
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-	Lion Television is looking for thrill seekers to take part in a brand new prime-time family game show with a twist!	+
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-	If you love Thrill Rides and Rollercoasters, have a big personality and think you've got what it takes to tackle some crazy challenges in a bid to win some cash, then we want to hear from you!	+
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-	You must be 18 or over to participate.	+
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-	For an application form, and terms and conditions for going on the Thrill Rides and Rollercoasters, please send an email to [mailto:tp@liontv.co.uk tp@liontv.co.uk] or call 0208 846 2019	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 28/08/09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' London	+
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-	===Investigation (working title)===	+	Contestant calls are posted at [http://bbc.co.uk/beonashow bbc.co.uk/beonashow].
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-	''CSI'' meets ''Crystal Maze''.	+
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-	Crime<br/>	+
-	Murder<br/>	+
-	Clues<br/>	+
-	Evidence<br/>	+
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-	Everything adds up. Every piece of evidence is the next piece in the jigsaw puzzle of who dun it.	+
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-	Do you think you could be the next Grissom, Mac or Heratio? Do you have what it takes? Can you work under pressure and get excited by solving crimes?	+
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-	Then this is for you!	+
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-	Be a detective. Crack open the case. Collect the evidence. Find the killer. Win the game!	+
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-	To apply please send an email at [mailto:laurenedelaporte@hotmail.com laurenedelaporte@hotmail.com]	+
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-	Include your name, gender, age, profession and a picture of you to the email.	+
-	'''Institution:''' National Film and Television School<br/>	+	There is also a separate [http://bbc.co.uk/cbbc/beonashow CBBC "Be on a show" page].
-	'''Deadline''': 24/08/2009<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' pilot<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Beaconsfield	+
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-	===New karaoke show===	+	'''ITV SHOWS'''
-	SINGERS WANTED FOR NEW KARAOKE GAMESHOW!	+	Contestant calls are posted at [http://www.itv.com/beontv itv.com/beontv].
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-	Do you love Karaoke? Are you a budding superstar waiting to be discovered? Or are you just game for a laugh?	+
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-	If your idea of a great night out is heading down the karaoke bar, grabbing the mic, belting out a selection of the greatest hits and giving a spectacular performance, then we need you!	+
-	Bullseye Productions is looking for a group of friends, couples and individuals who love to sing to take part in a new show - talent not strictly necessary!	+	'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''
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-	You will be competing to win an all expenses paid night out, so get in touch!	+
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-	Contestants must be over 18 and based in London.	+
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-	Contact us on [mailto:karaoke@bullseyetv.co.uk karaoke@bullseyetv.co.uk] for an application form NOW!	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 31st August 2009<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Pilot<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' London	+
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-	===Eggheads - series 11===	+
-	The hit BBC quiz show is back for the 11th series & we're looking for fun teams of 6 to take on our resident General Knowledge Goliaths!	+	Specific contestant calls are regularly posted [http://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part on this page].
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-	If you and your family, friends or colleagues would like to challenge "The Eggheads", and possibly win a cash prize...	+
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-	Contact us now!	+
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-	Visit [http://www.12yard.com/eggheads www.12yard.com/eggheads] for an application online.	+
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-	Alternatively you can email [mailto:eggheads@12yard.com eggheads@12yard.com]	+
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-	All applicants must be 18 years or older.	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 03/03/10<br/>	+
-	'''Showtype:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Nationwide	+
-	----	+	'''[[The Apprentice]]:'''
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-	===Untitled new show from Tiger Aspect===	+
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-	Apply now for a new and exciting TV gameshow.	+
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-	How much of your brain do you actually use?	+
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-	Our new programme takes the traditional game show in a whole new direction.	+
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-	Forget general knowledge.  Forget specialist subjects.  Forget opening the box.	+
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-	This is the first show that tests the brain itself, not what you've learned.	+
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-	We are looking for people who have great all round brain power and may not even know it.  Are you excellent at problem solving, have an outstanding memory, or have perfect co-ordination?	+
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-	Email us today with your contact details [mailto:brain@tigeraspect.co.uk brain@tigeraspect.co.uk] - as this is a show anyone could win.	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 30.09.09<br>	+
-	'''Show type:''' series<br>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes <br>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Nationwide	+
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-	===Wogan's Perfect Recall===	+
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-	Do you have good general knowledge? Could you recall an answer if you'd heard it already? Would you like the chance to win up to £100,000? If the answer to these questions is YES YES YES then APPLY NOW!	+
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-	For your chance to take part email your name, age, nearest big city and a contact number to: [mailto:perfectrecall@RDFtelevision.com perfectrecall@RDFtelevision.com]	+
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-	Auditions will be held throughout June 2009.	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 30/08/09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Partly<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' London	+
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-	=== Deal or No Deal ===	+
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-	We've had a number of enquiries about how to get onto this very popular show. It seems that they have all the contestants that they need for the moment. The best thing to do is watch the show regularly, they do put contestant calls on air very occasionally. Sorry!	+
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-	== General information ==	+
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-	<div class="square">[[Image:Square 038.jpg]]</div> This is a list of other programmes which we believe are currently looking for contestants. When applying, it is usually necessary to include details of: your name, address, age, sex, daytime and evening telephone numbers, fax or email (if appropriate), and the name of the show you are applying for.	+
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-	'''FOR ALL BBC SHOWS'''	+
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-	A general email address for contestants enquiries for '''BBC ONLY''' entertainment programmes is: [mailto:entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk]	+
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-	'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''	+
-	Specific contestant calls are regularly posted at [http://www.channel4.com/microsites/T/takepart/index.html www.channel4.com/takepart].	+	Future series applications are available [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/the-apprentice online] or request through e-mail at [mailto:UKapprentice.applications@nkdtv.com UKapprentice.applications@nkdtv.com]
	'''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''		'''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''
-	Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/beonashow/bargain_hunt_form.shtml online application form] or write to:	+	Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/bargain-hunt online application form] or write to:
-	Contestant Applications
	Bargain Hunt		Bargain Hunt
-	PO Box 229	+	BBC Studios
-	Bristol	+	Roath Lock
-	BS99 7JN	+	Porth Teigr Way
		+	Cardiff Bay
		+	CF10 4GA
-	'''[[Big Brother]]:'''	+	'''[[The Chase]]:'''
-	See: http://www.channel4.co.uk/bigbrother/	+	Players will wish to apply through a form [http://www.itv.com/beontv/articles/the-chase online] or request a paper one through e-mail at [mailto:thechase@itv.com thechase@itv.com]
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-	'''[[Best of Friends]]:'''	+
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-	To apply to be on the show, you must ask for an application form by writing to:	+
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-	Best of Friends	+
-	Talent TV Ltd.	+
-	Lion House	+
-	72-75 Red Lion Street	+
-	London	+
-	WC1R 4NA	+
	'''[[Countdown]]:'''		'''[[Countdown]]:'''
-	The application form for Countdown is now [http://www.channel4.com/microsites/T/takepart/countdown.html available online] (Microsoft Word format only).	+	The [http://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part/countdown application form] is now on the Channel 4 website. Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by e-mailing [mailto:countdown@channel4.com countdown@channel4.com]
-	Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by emailing [mailto:countdown@channel4.com countdown@channel4.com] or writing to:	+	For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].
-	Countdown	+	'''[[Dragons' Den]]:'''
-	The Television Centre	+
-	Leeds	+
-	West Yorkshire	+
-	LS3 1JS	+
-	For audience tickets, call Annette Johnson on (0113) 2228457.	+	Are you an entrepreneur and want a dragon to help invest your investment? You can apply for either an [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/dragons-den online form] or request a paper application form through e-mail at [mailto:dragonsden.applications@bbc.co.uk dragonsden.applications@bbc.co.uk]
-	'''[[Deal or No Deal]]:'''	+	'''[[Three in a Bed|Four in a Bed]]:'''
-	Apply via the website at [http://www.channel4.com/deal www.channel4.com/deal]	+	E-mail [mailto:fourinabed@studiolambert.com fourinabed@studiolambert.com] with your full name and the name of your business. It must have a minimum of three bedrooms.
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-	'''[[Eggheads]]:'''	+
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-	Visit [http://www.12yard.com/eggheads www.12yard.com/eggheads] to fill out an application form online.	+
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-	Alternatively you can email: [mailto:eggheads@12yard.com eggheads@12yard.com]	+
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-	'''[[Going for Gold]]:'''	+
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-	Download an application form from [http://goingforgold.five.tv/studio_contestants.php the Going for Gold website] or email [mailto:gfg@fremantlemedia.com gfg@fremantlemedia.com].	+
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-	'''[[Masterchef Goes Large|Masterchef]]:'''	+
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-	Fill in the [http://apply.shinelimited.com/masterchef/ online application form] or write to:	+
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-	Masterchef Goes Large	+
-	PO Box 50405	+
-	London	+
-	W8 4XF	+
	'''[[Mastermind]]:'''		'''[[Mastermind]]:'''
-	Prospective contenders can fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/entertainment/mastermind/contestant_appform.shtml online application form] or write to:	+	Prospective contenders for future series can [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/mastermind apply online] or request a form through e-mail at [mailto:mastermind.hth@hattrick.com mastermind.hth@hattrick.com]
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-	Mastermind	+
-	Room 4012	+
-	New Broadcasting House	+
-	Oxford Road	+
-	MANCHESTER	+
-	M60 1SJ	+
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-	For ''Mastermind Cymru'', full details of how to apply are on [http://www.bbc.co.uk/cymru/gwasanaethau/mastermindcymru/ the show's webpage].	+
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-	'''[[The Price is Right]]:'''	+
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-	This show is no longer in production.	+
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-	'''[[Ready Steady Cook]]:'''	+
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-	This show no longer accepts contestant applications from members of the public. However, if you would like to be a "quickie bag challenger" or have a question for the chefs, you can still contact the show at the following address:	+
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-	Ready Steady Cook	+
-	PO Box 32678	+
-	LONDON	+
-	W14 0YJ	+
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-	You can also contact the show via their email address: [mailto:readysteadycook@endemoluk.com readysteadycook@endemoluk.com]	+
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-	'''[[Stars in Their Eyes]]:'''	+
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-	This programme is no longer in production.	+
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-	'''[[Sun, Sea and Bargain Spotting]]:'''	+
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-	Email [mailto:bargains@reeftv.com bargains@reeftv.com]	+
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-	'''[[University Challenge]]:'''	+
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-	Email [mailto:universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk].	+
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-	Only teams from degree-issuing institutions may apply for the main series, but the same address can also be used for applications to ''University Challenge: The Professionals''.	+
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-	'''[[The Weakest Link]]:'''	+
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-	Send an email to [mailto:weakestlink@bbc.co.uk weakestlink@bbc.co.uk] or write to FREEPOST, THE WEAKEST LINK.	+
-	'''[[Who Wants to be a Millionaire?]]:'''	+	'''[[Pointless]]:'''
-	A web application form, and details of other ways of applying, can be found at the [http://millionaire.itv.com/millionaire/audition.php ITV ''Millionaire'' site].	+	Applications are available [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/pointless online] for pairs of players to become contestants for future series. An alternative way to get an application form on paper is available via e-mail at [mailto:pointless@remarkable.tv pointless@remarkable.tv]
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Current revision as of 20:16, 8 December 2024

Want to be on TV to win lots of cash, have the holiday of a lifetime, test your knowledge, or generally make a prat of yourself? This is the page to help you do just that. See below for the current opportunities available.

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Special calls

This section contains specific adverts placed by producers who have contacted this website. When applying for a programme, please let them know you saw their appeal on UKGameshows.com - thanks!

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General information

This is a list of other programmes which we believe are currently looking for contestants. When applying, it is usually necessary to include details of: your name, address, age, sex, daytime and evening telephone numbers, fax or email (if appropriate), and the name of the show you are applying for.

BBC SHOWS

A general email address for contestants enquiries for BBC ONLY entertainment programmes is: entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk

Contestant calls are posted at bbc.co.uk/beonashow.

There is also a separate CBBC "Be on a show" page.

ITV SHOWS

Contestant calls are posted at itv.com/beontv.

CHANNEL 4 SHOWS

Specific contestant calls are regularly posted on this page.

The Apprentice:

Future series applications are available online or request through e-mail at UKapprentice.applications@nkdtv.com

Bargain Hunt:

Fill in the online application form or write to:

Bargain Hunt
BBC Studios
Roath Lock
Porth Teigr Way
Cardiff Bay
CF10 4GA

The Chase:

Players will wish to apply through a form online or request a paper one through e-mail at thechase@itv.com

Countdown:

The application form is now on the Channel 4 website. Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by e-mailing countdown@channel4.com

For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com.

Dragons' Den:

Are you an entrepreneur and want a dragon to help invest your investment? You can apply for either an online form or request a paper application form through e-mail at dragonsden.applications@bbc.co.uk

Four in a Bed:

E-mail fourinabed@studiolambert.com with your full name and the name of your business. It must have a minimum of three bedrooms.

Mastermind:

Prospective contenders for future series can apply online or request a form through e-mail at mastermind.hth@hattrick.com

Pointless:

Applications are available online for pairs of players to become contestants for future series. An alternative way to get an application form on paper is available via e-mail at pointless@remarkable.tv

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Application details are provided as a service to readers, but please note that all contestant enquiries should be directed to the named production company and not to UKGameshows.com. Addresses can be found on our list of contact details for production companies.