06 April 1974

Saturday 06 April

1974-04-06

Events

 * The 19th Eurovision Song Contest, held in Brighton, UK is won by Sweden's entry Waterloo performed by the group ABBA.

TV

 * BBC One
 * 12.30 pm Grandstand featuring The Boat Race and highlights of the opening match of the 1974 World ice Hockey Championship, in which Russia, the reigning World and Olympic Champions, are bidding for their 11th title win in 12 years.
 * 5.30 pm Doctor Who The Monster of Peladon Part 3 (of 6). Starring Jon Pertwee.
 * 9.30 pm Eurovision Song Contest 1974. Introduced by Katie Boyle. Commentary David Vine.
 * 11.15 pm Match of the Day. With Jimmy Hill