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Alphabetically arranged, the best of British comedians.

Armstrong and Miller
Oodles of info about comedy duo Ben Miller and Alexander Armstrong. Yo daddy.

Arthur Askey
Real old timer from way back, recently posthumously honoured by the British Comedy Society.

Rowan Atkinson
All you ever wanted to know about the man behind BlackAdder, Mr Bean and more.

Michael Bentine
From The Goons to Potty Time - well documented site devoted to a man whose interests cover everything from the paranormal to art restoration...and of course - comedy.

Richard Blackwood
Dedicated to one of Channel 4's brighter comedy stars.

Arnold Brown
Scottish alternative comedian recognised as a founding father of British alternative comedy.

Roy 'Chubby' Brown
One of the most foul-mouthed comics on the comedy circuit. His act causes offence to many, but he has built up a dedicated following.

Ed Byrne
Rising star in the stand-up comedy firmament. Funny with floppy hair.

Rhona Cameron
Scottish funny gal. Recently exploded onto our screens in first British lesbian sitcom.

Charlie Chaplin
Basic but thorough guide to the life and works of the silent movie star.

Steve Coogan
Fan site packed with information on all Coogan's characters, including Alan Partridge and Paul Calf.

Peter Cook
An extensive homage to one of the British comedy greats.

Alan Davies
He's everywhere on TV just now - in drama (and adverts) as well as comedy roles.

Les Dawson
Another comedy classic. Find out all about the great crumpled comic here.

Adrian Edmondson
Fan site dedicated to the anarchic British comedian.

Ben Elton
Basic FAQ and background on one of the most successful comedic writers and stand-up comedians in the country.

Lee Evans
Packed with info on the quirky physical comedian whose sweaty uniqueness is captured here.

Stephen Fry
Updates on the wry British comic and writer tailor made to play Oscar Wilde in the recent biopic.

Boothby Graffoe
Amiable and creative stand-up named after a small town in Lincolnshire.

Jeff Green
'Stand up's most irresistable rogue.' Thorough and informative site about the London comic.

Dave Gorman
Perrier nominated comedian with a unique web site all his own.

Tony Hancock
Comedy colossus from the 60s whose tragic story is laid bare here.

Frankie Howerd
Titter Ye Not! Tribute site to the popular funny man from days of yore. Oh please yourself!

Lee Hurst
Includes information about his own Backyard Comedy Club.

Phil Kay
A truly one-off. You never know what to expect next from this master of mirth.

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