United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest 1970

The United Kingdom did in 1970 for the thirteenth time participated in the Eurovision Song Contest. Singer Mary Hopkin was chosen internally by the BBC to represent the country. However, the song was chosen through a national preliminary round. ==National preselection[ Edit] == Under the title A Song for Europe 1970 United Kingdom held a national final to select the song for the Eurovision Song Contest 1970. Singer Mary Hopkin was chosen internally to represent the country during the national final she sang six songs people could send in postcards for their favorite song. The national final was held on March 1970 it was presented by Cliff Richard. In the Eurovision Song Contest 1970, Hopkin eventually 2nd with 26 points, 6 points less than the winner from Ireland.