Scrapheap Challenge

Scrapheap Challenge (1998-2010)

EndedGame Show show

Teams compete each week to construct a junk machine, using only what they can scavenge from the scrapheap. Every series builds to a final contest - and the crowning of a champion team.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 17:15 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S12E04Football Machinesjuin 27, 2010
S12E03Water Powered Racersjuin 20, 2010
S12E02Off-Road Mine-Retrieval Machinesjuin 13, 2010
S12E01Chariotsjuin 6, 2010
S11E20Grand Finaljuil. 28, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Scrapheap Challenge first premiere?

Scrapheap Challenge first premiered on February 14, 1998.

Who were the original hosts of Scrapheap Challenge?

Robert Llewellyn and Lisa Rogers were the original hosts of Scrapheap Challenge.

What is the premise of Scrapheap Challenge?

Scrapheap Challenge is a British television show in which two teams of contestants build machines to compete in various challenges.

How long did each episode of Scrapheap Challenge run for?

Each episode of Scrapheap Challenge ran for approximately 60 minutes.

What was the prize for the winning team on Scrapheap Challenge?

The prize for the winning team on Scrapheap Challenge was a trophy and bragging rights.

How many contestants were on each team on Scrapheap Challenge?

Each team on Scrapheap Challenge consisted of three contestants.

What was the scrapyard called where the teams got their materials from on Scrapheap Challenge?

The scrapyard where the teams got their materials from on Scrapheap Challenge was called "Scrapheap."

What types of machines did the teams build on Scrapheap Challenge?

The teams on Scrapheap Challenge built a wide variety of machines, including vehicles, boats, and robots.

What were some of the challenges that the teams competed in on Scrapheap Challenge?

Some of the challenges that the teams competed in on Scrapheap Challenge included drag races, trebuchet battles, and robot wars.

How were the challenges on Scrapheap Challenge judged?

The challenges on Scrapheap Challenge were judged by a panel of experts in engineering and design.

How many episodes of Scrapheap Challenge were made?

A total of 139 episodes of Scrapheap Challenge were made.

Was Scrapheap Challenge ever nominated for any awards?

Yes, Scrapheap Challenge was nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Entertainment Programme in 2002.

What was the audience reaction to Scrapheap Challenge?

Scrapheap Challenge was well-received by audiences and was one of the most popular shows on its network during its run.

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