1 January 1951The Archers begins on BBC radioThe Archers debuts on the BBC Light Programme, starting a run that continues 75 years later.
1951First commercial computer delivered to ManchesterFerranti delivers the Mark 1, the world's first commercially available general-purpose electronic computer, to the University of Manchester.
17 April 1951Peak District becomes first national parkThe Peak District is established as the UK's first national park, followed by the Lake District, Snowdonia and Dartmoor.
3 May 1951Festival of Britain opens in LondonKing George VI opens the Festival of Britain in London, featuring the Royal Festival Hall, Dome of Discovery and Skylon.