BBC South West Branding

The BBC South West region, which covers the South West of England, was officially launched on 20 April 1961. Here’s how the BBC has looked in the South West over the years from it’s headquarters in Plymouth.

1960s

1974 – 1981

1981 – 1985

1985 – 1991

1991 – 1997

1997 – 2002

Balloon power takes off from Saturday 4th October 1997.

2002 – 2006

2006 – 2016

2016 – 2023

BBC Two South West Idents

Until the launch of digital tv, BBC South West along with all the other regions would also broadcast bulletins on BBC Two, here are some of the idents that were used..