Blue Peter digitises every episode for 60th anniversary

Fans will be able to share favourite moments from Lulu the elephant to Tracy Island

The BBC is marking the 60th anniversary of Blue Peter next month by digitising all its old episodes so viewers can find their favourite moments to share online.

The move is part of a celebration of the diamond jubilee of the world’s longest-running children’s programme, which will feature an hour-long live special starring many of Blue Peter’s past presenters including Valerie Singleton and Peter Purves – who will take part in a big “here’s one I made earlier” crafting extravaganza.

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