Mastermind has returned, commencing the year's competition with the first of sixty-four hopefuls vying for the title of 'Mastermind 1988'. The season begins at the University of Exeter, where the initial four contestants from the wester…

The University of Exeter will host four further contestants vying for the title of Mastermind's 1988 champion. These challengers are: John Ingram, a former sales administrator currently unemployed; Stan Knight, a retired aircraft engine…

The University of Liverpool welcomes four individuals from the northwest of England, each vying for a coveted spot in the semi-finals. Philip Wilson, a computer system administrator, presents: *The Life and Career of Kathleen Ferrier*. …

Magnus Magnusson of the University of Liverpool led a discussion on orchestral music from 1830 to 1950, joined by Alan Roberts (trainee licensee). Alastair Finch, a general practitioner, presented on the films of Cary Grant. Anne Hegerty, a…

St George's School for Girls, Edinburgh, marks its centenary this year and is the venue for four contestants vying for the Mastermind 1988 championship. Sandy Macpherson, a chartered surveyor, will focus on the life and works of Eric Li…

**With Magnus Magnusson of St George's School for Girls, Edinburgh** **Ewen Macpherson (retired lecturer)** *The History of the Highland Railway, 1854-1923* **Vicki Graham (administrator)** *French Impressionist Painters, 1865-1885*…

This week's edition of Mastermind is set within the historic Great Hall of Hatfield Polytechnic, hosting four specialists from London and the south east. Roy Bailey, a film producer, will face questions on the life and times of John Hamp…

Four specialists from London and the South East are vying for a spot in the semi-finals of Mastermind 1988, hosted this time at Hatfield Polytechnic in Hertfordshire. The contestants are: John Rook, a lecturer specializing in European hi…

Within the venerable walls of Colchester Castle's keep, four individuals present their subjects. Tom Billson, a county cricket scorer, explores the life and career of Woody Herman. Pamela Mobsby, a sheep farmer, examines the life and works …

Once more, Colchester Castle provides a distinguished venue for four speakers hailing from London and the South East. They will present their talks within the castle's impressive museum, housed in the ancient keep. David Beamish, Clerk to t…

Bedford School will host four contestants vying for the Mastermind 1988 championship. Keith Harrison, a schoolteacher, will explore the life, times, and novels of Benjamin Disraeli. Eileen Eaves, a retired schoolteacher, will presen…

In the Great Hall of Bedford School, four individuals from the Midlands and eastern England are set to compete. Jasmin Schelts, a registered child minder, will present a study of English costume from 1789 to 1945. Bryan Pope, a retired scho…

This evening’s broadcast originates from the Museum of Army Flying, located at Middle Wallop in Hampshire. Nestled amongst the museum's compelling displays, four individuals from southern England vie for a spot in the semi-finals. Wendy …

Tonight’s contest takes place at the Museum of Army Flying in Middle Wallop, Hampshire, pitting four individuals from the south of England against each other. The competitors are David Simms, a professional tennis coach, who will discuss th…

Geoffrey Hutton, retired bank manager, presented with Magnus Magnusson at the University of Leeds’ Great Hall: The American Civil War; Christine Moorcroft, advisory teacher. The life and work of Vincent Van Gogh; Martin Wyatt, statistic…

The first stage of this year's competition concludes with four finalists vying for a place in the semi-finals. The event takes place in the Great Hall at the University of Leeds. The contenders are: Brian John, a civil servant, presenti…

Tonight, Mastermind advances to the semi-finals. The contest will be held at St Andrew's College of Education, Bearsden, Glasgow. Contestants include Henry Boettinger, a consultant and author, who will be quizzed on the life and work of…

The second semi-final of this year's series is hosted by St Andrew's College of Education in Bearsden, Glasgow. Participants include Mike Rice (freelance journalist), who will discuss *The Life and Novels of Barbara Pym*; Alan Foss (actor),…

The third semi-final takes place at Middlesex Polytechnic, nestled within Trent Park in North London. Participants include Kevin Perkins, a contracts liaison officer, who has chosen Agatha Christie’s *The Novels of Agatha Christie*; Tom …

This final semi-final determines the sole victor of the first round. It is presented by the New Hall of Middlesex Polytechnic, located at Trent Park. The participants and their works are as follows: Mark Turner, a barrister, presented *The …

The semi-final tonight pits the four highest-scoring contestants from the series, vying for a coveted spot in the final. The competition will be held at Middlesex Polytechnic, where they will battle for the last remaining place. Among th…

Magnus Magnusson offers a detailed examination of the five individuals who have reached the final of Mastermind 1988. He also speaks with former champions and members of the Mastermind Club, an exclusive association for those who have faced…

Following months of rigorous competition, the five finalists from an initial pool of sixty-four now vie for the prestigious title of Mastermind 1988. The MacRobert Arts Centre at the University of Stirling provides the venue for this fin…