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Victoria Johns

Vicar of Dibley cottage up for sale as fans get chance to 'own piece of TV history'

Vicar of Dibley fans could "own a piece of TV history" as a cottage used in the BBC series is on the market.

The much-loved show, which saw Dawn French don a dog collar as the adorable Geraldine Granger, is a jewel in the Beeb's crown.

Now fans have now been given the chance to purchase a pad used in the show, which is in the village of Turville, Buckinghamshire.

Estate agents Savills said the historic Grade II listed cottage, which is adjoined to the fictional home of Dawn's titular character, offers “delightful views of the picturesque village and church”.

Property agent Charlie Chavasse said: “Set in the most beautiful picturesque village, a wonderful opportunity to own a piece of TV history."

The cottage's front door opens into a sitting room, featuring an open fireplace.

From the kitchen prospective punters have access to the cellar as well as a ground floor bathroom.

Dawn French's Geraldine Granger had some of her best scenes in the cosy cottage (BBC)

On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, with a view of the green, Church and the hilltop up to the Cobstone Windmill.

Alongside The Vicar of Dibley, the village has been used for various films and TV programmes including, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Goodnight Mr Tom, Midsomer Murders and Killing Eve.

Sadly, Dawn French and Hugo Fleet, who played bumbling Hugo Horton, are the only main cast members of The Vicar of Dibley remaining.

The property is on the market for £900k (Savills/BNPS)

Six actors from much-loved sitcom, which ran from 1994 to 2007, have now died.

Gary Waldhorn, who played councillor David Horton, is the latest star of the BBC show to have passed away.

The 78-year-old’s death was announced on January 10 in a statement from his son, Josh.

Upon hearing the news, Dawn who said she was “heartbroken”.

The property features an open fireplace (Savills/BNPS)

Gary’s death follows the passing of fellow Vicar of Dibley cast members including Liz Smith, Trevor Peacock, Roger Lloyd-Pack, John Bluthal and Emma Chambers, who died aged just 53.

Emma, who played the brilliantly bonkers Alice Tinker, is tragically thought to have died from a heart attack.

Speaking on Radio 4, BBC executive producer Jon Plowman said: "It's no age to have a heart attack, as I understand it."

Announcing her death on Saturday 24 February, 2018, her agent said: "We are very sad to announce the untimely death, from natural causes, of the acclaimed actress, Emma Chambers."

Throughout her acting career, the star also appeared in Notting Hill, Drop the Dead Donkey and How Do You Want me.

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