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Susie Beever

Noel and Sue Radford deny spoiling their 22 kids and reveal if they'll add to huge brood

The parents of Britain's biggest family have hit out at claims they "spoil" their 22 children.

Sue and Noel Radford took to social media to address the claims, and have also given the verdict on whether they'll be having any more.

The family have risen to fame over the years raising their huge family and starring on Channel 5's 22 Kids and Counting, with their children spanning three generations ranging from three to mid-thirties.

The couple from Morecambe, Lancashire, answered questions from fans on their YouTube channel, and were quick to refute claims any of the children were spoiled.

"I don't think we spoil our kids," said Sue I think that we try and give them a good life.

The kids (who aren't all children anymore) range from their thirties to youngest Heidie, who is 3 (THERADFORDFAMILY/INSTAGRAM)

"I don't feel like we spoil them like they don't get gifts all the time.

"They get gifts when it's their birthday and Christmas but they certainly don't get gifts all the time."

But when asked on whether they had any plans for baby number 23, the couple were quick to the point on their answers.

"No. Definitely not," said the mum.

"I think now that Heidie is three and she's out of nappies and we'll be getting rid of the pram soon, it's just so much easier than having a newborn."

The couple said they will definitely be drawing the line at 22 (@theradfordfamily/Instagram)

Sue recounted being on holiday as a family in April last year and the feeling of being able to relax on a sun lounger while the children played in the pool - something she is unable to do with a newborn.

Now aged 48 and 52, the couple said they were also ready to sit back and watch the children and grandchildren grow up.

The couple are parents to Chris, Sophie, Chloe, Jack, Daniel, Luke, Millie, Katie, James, Ellie, Aimee, Josh, Max, Tillie, Oscar, Casper, Hallie, Phoebe, Archie, Bonnie, and youngest Heidie.

The couple's 17th child, son Alfie, was tragically stillborn in July 2014.

Despite the huge number of mouths to feed, the couple - who have been married more than 30 years - do not claim any benefits, paying for all the children's expenses through their successful family bakery.

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