Produced by the BBC, this popular award-winning television series is currently presented by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May along with their test driver The Stig in the UK, and first appeared on British television screens in 1978. However, the show’s popularity has led to the creation of an Australian and Russian version. The hour long show revolves around the latest motor vehicles, primarily cars both new models as well as classic cars and old bangers! The team conduct test drives and competitions at various sites in the UK and sometimes overseas, two of which are in the East of England; charity specials are also produced. Top Gear has evolved a humorous style, largely as a result of the rapport between the presenters and their guests, although the commentary has on occasions caused offence in some quarters. The show nevertheless remains popular and continues to receive critical acclaim. Top Gear has a dedicated website.
Release / Airing: 22/06/2008
Locations used for this production:
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Bentwaters Parks >
Bentwaters Park, which is not open to the public, was the location where Top Gear Stunt Man set a world record for car jumping in reverse for the opening episode of the eleventh series of the much loved show.
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Millbrook Proving Ground (Liddlington) >
Millbrook Proving Ground, which is not open to the public, has been the location for many a stunt on BBC's Top Gear including playing around with trucks, ski jumping vehicles and the convertable people carrier challenge.
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