Audenshaw, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Frank Hampson 1918-1985 Born at this house, Frank Hampson is famous for creating the world renowned cartioon strip science fiction character Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future whose world he invented, wrote about and drew. Dan Dare appeared in the Eagle magazine, launched on 14th April 1950. Frank died i
n Epsom where he had resided for many years drawing Dan Dare and other characters
Listen to the audio guide for Frank Hampson blue plaque Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off