British public most proud of Doctor Who

Doctor Who is the TV programme that the British public are most proud of, a new poll has revealed.

48% of the audience said Doctor Who was the British programme they take the most pride in. Downton Abbey came second with 44% while Coronation Street was third with 34%.

The BBC's EastEnders took fourth place with 24% and ITV1's The X Factor was fifth with 20% of the 2000 viewers questioned across the UK.

The poll was conducted by Plusnet whose CEO, Jamie Ford, said: "It has been fascinating to see the results of this survey and see exactly what it is that makes Britain proud."

(Source: Radio Times)