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Wales Online
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Gladiators to return with 2026 series and celebrity special
Gladiators to return with 2026 series and celebrity special Hosted by father-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh, the hit BBC game show will see its elite athletes, known as Gladiators, take on contenders to complete physical challenges. Gladiators Live poster. (Image: BBC ) Gladiators has been renewed for a new season and will return to screens in 2026 along with a celebrity special. Hosted by father-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh, the hit BBC game show will see its elite athletes, known as Gladiators, take on contenders to complete physical challenges. The competition, which puts contestants' speed, power, endurance and agility to the test, will return to screens in 2026 and will also include a one-hour celebrity special where four stars will enter the Sheffield arena. Audiences will see the return of familiar Gladiator faces including Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone and Diamond. Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury and The Giant will also return for the new series alongside Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel and Viper. Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, said: "Audiences have loved getting together to watch our mighty Gladiators take on contenders from all across the UK, with younger fans especially excited to cheer on their Saturday night superheroes. Article continues below "With this brand-new series and another celebrity special confirmed there will be even more epic battles, more high-octane action and of course even more foam fingers than ever before for everyone to look forward to." Gladiators was revived last year on the BBC, with Army officer Finlay Anderson and personal trainer Marie-Louise Nicholson being crowned champions. Gym owner Amanda Wah from Warrington and gymnastics coach Joe Fishburn from Scarborough took the crown this April as the 2025 Gladiators champions. Made by Hungry Bear Media, the series will include 11 one-hour episodes along with a single one-hour Gladiators celebrity special. Dan Baldwin, managing director at Hungry Bear Media, said: "We have been absolutely blown away by the reception Gladiators has received from families up and down the country. "It has become a huge part of Saturday night viewing on the BBC. Article continues below "We are extremely excited to deliver another series, so expect even more spandex, hairspray, protein shakes and fake tan this summer in Sheffield." The show was on ITV for eight years until 2000 before being axed, and came back on Sky for a short run from 2008 to 2009. Gladiators is also on BBC iPlayer.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Power engineer shares 'correct' method to use fans cools rooms down much faster
Most UK homes are designed to keep the heat in which makes getting to sleep in the summer especially tricky - one expert has shared the right way to use a fan to help cool down a room much faster A power and cooling engineer has shared the 'correct' way to use your fan to ensure a room cools down much faster and more effectively. As the warmer summer weather continues, and looming heatwaves remain on the forecast, many people are eager to find methods of keeping their homes as cool as possible. Most UK homes aren't equipped for rising temperatures as they're often designed to keep the heat in. Air conditioners still aren't a common feature in many homes, so many turn to using a fan and keeping it going all night long in a bid to get some decent sleep in the sweltering heat. Lots of people look to social media on a quest for answers or tips on better methods to reduce the temperature at home. And one woman caused a stir after sharing a tip from her partner, who works as a power and cooling engineer, on TikTok. In the simple six second tip, a fan can be seen in front of an open window. Over the top of the footage, the woman added the words: 'When he says if we point the fan out the open window, it will cool the room down quicker and he's right'. In the caption accompanying the clip - which has racked up more than 162,000 likes so far - the woman simply penned: 'That's on living with a power and cooling engineer'. Hundreds of people shared their thoughts in the comments section. One person said: 'Bernoulli's principle - fast moving air sucks in even more surrounding air. So pointing it out the window (at a distance) will draw a lot of the air in the room out the window with it'. Another joked: 'Why am I learning more on TikTok than I learned in school?' Someone else shared: 'We only have AC in the living room, that's what we do to redirect the cold into the bedrooms. I thought my boyfriend was crazy too when he said it but it works." Les Roberts, energy expert at Bionic, commented: 'Opening opposite windows or doors allows air to flow through. For even better airflow, you can place a second fan facing inward at the opposite opening to pull cooler outside air into the room, creating a strong cross-breeze. 'Positioning the fan to face outward pushes the hot indoor air outside, which helps draw cooler air in from the other opening.' Les continued: 'This method works best when it's cooler outside than inside - usually in the evening, overnight, or early morning - as the temperature difference creates a natural flow of air. 'The temperature gradient enhances the movement of air, allowing the fan to more effectively push hot air out and pull cooler air in, resulting in a more comfortable indoor environment. 'This approach is energy-efficient and can significantly cool your living space without air conditioning by exchanging hot indoor air for cooler outdoor air through natural ventilation enhanced by fans. It's a simple trick that could make a noticeable difference, especially at night, when outdoor temperatures drop.' On the topic of air conditioning, Roberts added: 'On average, portable air-conditioning units cost around £8.40 to run per day, whereas a fan could cost you as little as 71 pence. 'By utilising a fan to its full advantage with this hack and forfeiting air con, households could save nearly £55 a week.'
Wales Online
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Gladiators set to return to BBC One with new series and celebrity special
Gladiators set to return to BBC One with new series and celebrity special Bradley Walsh and his son Barney will be returning to host Gladiators on BBC One as the Saturday night favourite is set to return for a brand new series as well as an exciting acelebrity special Gladiators will be returning to our screens in 2026. (Image: BBC/Hungry Bear Media Ltd ) Are you ready?! Now, imagine that in a big booming voice, because the Gladiators arena is primed for another round of thrilling battles. The ultimate test of speed and strength, Gladiators, will be making a comeback in 2026. The series will return to the BBC in the new year, and fans of the show will be excited to learn that they will also be airing a brand-new celebrity special too. Father and son presenting duo, Bradley and Barney Walsh will be returning to host the show. The Saturday Night Superheroes will be returning to the arena in Sheffield after a successful season earlier this year. The show's reboot has rapidly become a Saturday night sensation, averaging 5.3 million viewers, with nearly two fifths streaming on demand, making it the most-watched Saturday night series on BBC iPlayer and the third most-watched Entertainment series overall. Gladiators has even managed to captivate younger audiences, with 1.3 million tuning in for each episode so far, making it the most-watched title for this demographic across the entertainment market. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Fans can look forward to the return of Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel, and Viper who will once again demonstrate their power, agility and audacious banter against the brave contenders before a packed arena crowd. The BBC have said that the competition is set to be fiercer than ever with new events to anticipate. We can expect 11 episodes in the new season along with a one off celebrity special which will feature four more courageous celebrities who will take on TV's toughest challenge as they enter the arena in a bid to prove their mettle and emerge triumphant. Article continues below (Image: BBC ) Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC said: "Audiences have loved getting together to watch our mighty Gladiators take on contenders from all across the UK with younger fans especially excited to cheer on their Saturday night superheroes. "With this brand-new series and another Celebrity Special confirmed there will be even more epic battles, more high-octane action and of course even more foam fingers than ever before for everyone to look forward to!". Managing director of Hungry Bear Media, Dan Baldwin added: "We have been absolutely blown away by the reception Gladiators has received from families up and down the country. It has become a HUGE part of Saturday night viewing on the BBC. "We are extremely excited to deliver another series, so expect even more spandex, hairspray, protein shakes and fake tan this summer in Sheffield!". For those looking to experience the excitement live, free tickets for the recordings of all shows will be obtainable from the Applause Store website starting 24 June 2025. You can find more information here. Article continues below The full range of Gladiators episodes can currently be streamed on BBC iPlayer.
North Wales Chronicle
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
BBC's Gladiators to return for a new series in 2026
Father-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh host the show and will return to the hit BBC game show. A new series will see its elite athletes, known as Gladiators, take on more contenders to complete physical challenges. The competition, which puts contestants' speed, power, endurance and agility to the test, will return to screens in 2026 and will also include a one-hour celebrity special where four stars will enter the Sheffield arena. A post shared by Gladiators (@gladiatorstv) Familiar Gladiator faces including Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone and Diamond will return. Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury and The Giant will also come back for the new series alongside Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel and Viper. Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, said: 'Audiences have loved getting together to watch our mighty Gladiators take on contenders from all across the UK, with younger fans especially excited to cheer on their Saturday night superheroes. 'With this brand-new series and another celebrity special confirmed there will be even more epic battles, more high-octane action and of course even more foam fingers than ever before for everyone to look forward to.' Gladiators was revived last year on the BBC, with Army officer Finlay Anderson and personal trainer Marie-Louise Nicholson being crowned champions. Gym owner Amanda Wah from Warrington and gymnastics coach Joe Fishburn from Scarborough took the crown this April as the 2025 Gladiators champions. The series will include 11 one-hour episodes along with a single one-hour Gladiators celebrity special. Dan Baldwin, managing director at Hungry Bear Media, said: 'We have been absolutely blown away by the reception Gladiators has received from families up and down the country. 'It has become a huge part of Saturday night viewing on the BBC. Recommended reading: BBC's Gladiators announces live UK tour - all to know and how to get tickets Emmerdale star breaks their silence on return to soap ahead of 'dark storyline' 'Watch this space': former EastEnders star hints at co-star's return after death 'We are extremely excited to deliver another series, so expect even more spandex, hairspray, protein shakes and fake tan this summer in Sheffield.' The show was on ITV for eight years until 2000 before being axed and came back on Sky for a short run from 2008 to 2009. While a release date is yet to be confirmed by the BBC, previous episodes can be watched on BBC iPlayer.
South Wales Guardian
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
BBC's Gladiators to return for a new series in 2026
Father-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh host the show and will return to the hit BBC game show. A new series will see its elite athletes, known as Gladiators, take on more contenders to complete physical challenges. The competition, which puts contestants' speed, power, endurance and agility to the test, will return to screens in 2026 and will also include a one-hour celebrity special where four stars will enter the Sheffield arena. A post shared by Gladiators (@gladiatorstv) Familiar Gladiator faces including Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone and Diamond will return. Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury and The Giant will also come back for the new series alongside Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel and Viper. Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, said: 'Audiences have loved getting together to watch our mighty Gladiators take on contenders from all across the UK, with younger fans especially excited to cheer on their Saturday night superheroes. 'With this brand-new series and another celebrity special confirmed there will be even more epic battles, more high-octane action and of course even more foam fingers than ever before for everyone to look forward to.' Gladiators was revived last year on the BBC, with Army officer Finlay Anderson and personal trainer Marie-Louise Nicholson being crowned champions. Gym owner Amanda Wah from Warrington and gymnastics coach Joe Fishburn from Scarborough took the crown this April as the 2025 Gladiators champions. The series will include 11 one-hour episodes along with a single one-hour Gladiators celebrity special. Dan Baldwin, managing director at Hungry Bear Media, said: 'We have been absolutely blown away by the reception Gladiators has received from families up and down the country. 'It has become a huge part of Saturday night viewing on the BBC. Recommended reading: BBC's Gladiators announces live UK tour - all to know and how to get tickets Emmerdale star breaks their silence on return to soap ahead of 'dark storyline' 'Watch this space': former EastEnders star hints at co-star's return after death 'We are extremely excited to deliver another series, so expect even more spandex, hairspray, protein shakes and fake tan this summer in Sheffield.' The show was on ITV for eight years until 2000 before being axed and came back on Sky for a short run from 2008 to 2009. While a release date is yet to be confirmed by the BBC, previous episodes can be watched on BBC iPlayer.
