While this is something I have always known, it seems others also share this belief as Blackadder has been voted the best British TV show ever in a recent poll ahead of such classics as Sherlock, Dr. Who and Father Ted.

Two more comedies –  Fawlty Towers and Father Ted – came second and third respectively in the poll of 13,500 people carried out by the film subscription service LoveFilm.

Here’s the top ten for your enjoyment:

1. Blackadder
2. Fawlty Towers
3. Father Ted
4. Only Fools and Horses
5. Dr Who
6. Sherlock
7. Have I Got News For You
8. Red Dwarf
9. The Inbetweeners
10. Top Gear