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The Irish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Tom Daley to host huge new TV series to rival Bake Off
TOM Daley is set to host a huge new TV series hoped to rival The Great British Bake Off. The Olympic champion, 31, retired from diving following the 2024 summer edition. 5 Tom Daley is set to front a huge new TV series Credit: PA 5 The Olympic star retired from diving after the 2024 summer games Credit: Simon Jones 5 Tom's new presenting role channels a personal passion of his Credit: PA He will be hosting The Game of Wool, an upcoming competition series. Set in rural Scotland, the premise features a line-up of 10 creatives hoping to become the UK's first TV knitting champion. The contestants tackle two challenges in each episode: the Big Knit, where they work together as a team on a challenging project. In addition, The Wee Knit, which will see them work individually on tasks testing their skill levels and capabilities. Read more on Tom Daley They will be expected to produce creations such as clothing, furniture, jewellery and home accessories - all made from wool. Discussing his new role, Tom said: "I am very excited, and slightly nervous, to be taking on my first ever hosting role on a project that encompasses everything I'm passionate about. "I adore all things knitting and encourage everyone to pick up some knitting needles and give it a go. "I cannot wait to see the creations our knitters will weave together. I hope this inspires people at home to get involved too." Most read in News TV The knitters will be under the watchful eye of experts Di Gilpin and Sheila Greenwell, as well as a celebrity guest judge each week. Tom Daley knits a case for his gold medal won at the Tokyo Olympics Senior Commissioning Editor, Clemency Green said: 'I am thrilled to be commissioning this compelling format for More4 and I'm looking forward to seeing the incredible creations our knitters come up with. "My main hope is that The Game of Wool encourages people, young and older, to pick up the needles and experience the joy which knitting and creating can bring.' It comes as Tom is soon set to feature in another major TV series. He is part of the all-star line-up for the upcoming and highly anticipated Celebrity Traitors. The cast also includes 5 The Sun revealed Tom An insider said at the time: 'He's always been a top target for reality show bookers, but his team knew he had the pick of the crop. 'The first series of the celebrity edition blows I'm A Celebrity and Strictly out the water, really, and Tom knows it will be hugely fun to film . 'He'll make a great player too, as no one would suspect misdeeds from such a baby-faced lad.' 5 The star was recently snapped attending Wimbledon Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Scottish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Tom Daley to host huge new TV series to rival Bake Off
Scroll down to see what Tom had to say about his new role brand new gig Tom Daley to host huge new TV series to rival Bake Off TOM Daley is set to host a huge new TV series hoped to rival The Great British Bake Off. The Olympic champion, 31, retired from diving following the 2024 summer edition. 5 Tom Daley is set to front a huge new TV series Credit: PA 5 The Olympic star retired from diving after the 2024 summer games Credit: Simon Jones 5 Tom's new presenting role channels a personal passion of his Credit: PA He will be hosting The Game of Wool, an upcoming competition series. Set in rural Scotland, the premise features a line-up of 10 creatives hoping to become the UK's first TV knitting champion. The contestants tackle two challenges in each episode: the Big Knit, where they work together as a team on a challenging project. In addition, The Wee Knit, which will see them work individually on tasks testing their skill levels and capabilities. Read more on Tom Daley Meet Dustin Lance Black: Film director and Olympic diver Tom Daley's husband They will be expected to produce creations such as clothing, furniture, jewellery and home accessories - all made from wool. Discussing his new role, Tom said: "I am very excited, and slightly nervous, to be taking on my first ever hosting role on a project that encompasses everything I'm passionate about. "I adore all things knitting and encourage everyone to pick up some knitting needles and give it a go. "I cannot wait to see the creations our knitters will weave together. I hope this inspires people at home to get involved too." The knitters will be under the watchful eye of experts Di Gilpin and Sheila Greenwell, as well as a celebrity guest judge each week. Tom Daley knits a case for his gold medal won at the Tokyo Olympics Senior Commissioning Editor, Clemency Green said: 'I am thrilled to be commissioning this compelling format for More4 and I'm looking forward to seeing the incredible creations our knitters come up with. "My main hope is that The Game of Wool encourages people, young and older, to pick up the needles and experience the joy which knitting and creating can bring.' It comes as Tom is soon set to feature in another major TV series. He is part of the all-star line-up for the upcoming and highly anticipated Celebrity Traitors. The cast also includes Stephen Fry, Clare Balding, Jonathan Ross and Alan Carr, among several others. 5 The Sun revealed Tom had signed up for the series back in October 2024. An insider said at the time: 'He's always been a top target for reality show bookers, but his team knew he had the pick of the crop. 'The first series of the celebrity edition blows I'm A Celebrity and Strictly out the water, really, and Tom knows it will be hugely fun to film. 'He'll make a great player too, as no one would suspect misdeeds from such a baby-faced lad.'
The Irish Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Strictly winner, Top Gear star and top comedian sign up for brand new Channel 4 reality show with Alexander Armstrong
A SLEW of stars have signed up to join Alexander Armstrong as part of his brand new Channel 4 show. The Pointless host will be taking some of his celebrity pals for a pint and a walk for his programme, Perfect Pub Walks. Advertisement 4 James May will be joining Alexander Armstrong on his new show Credit: Channel 4 4 The TV host will be taking his celeb pals on a series of pub walks Credit: Getty Each episode of the show will see the actor and TV presenter joined by a showbiz pal as they explore the best countryside pubs and walks to retreat to across four different counties. Across the series, the host and his celebrity mates will explore trails in Yorkshire, Kent, Monmouthshire and Shropshire. As well as sampling the finest beers and fresh British air, the walks will provide a chance for interesting conversation and tales from the celebrity world. Top Gear and The Grand Tour star James May is one of the stars who has signed up for the show. Advertisement Read More on Channel 4 He will join Alexander on a pub walk when the series launched on Channel 4 sister channel, More4. Also on the series is comedian and Strictly Come Dancing winner Rounding out the guests will be Springwatch star and wildlife presenter, Speaking about the series, host Alexander said: 'Nothing beats a walk in a beautiful landscape, a good pub, a pint and a great chat. Advertisement Most read in News TV "Filming Perfect Pub Walks has been a complete delight, topped off by some fantastic conversations with four terrific icons.' Clemency Green, the commissioning editor for Channel 4, added: 'Perfect Pub Walks is a beautiful series exploring stunning areas of the UK, as well as delving into a variety of topics and issues that come up in conversation between our brilliant host and his array of wonderful guests.' Pointless fans demand 'disaster' Sally Lindsay is AXED as they rage there's 'zero chemistry' with Alexander Armstrong It is another show to add to Alexander's belt in addition to fronting Pointless which we revealed last year 4 Lenny Henry is also one of the guests on the programme Credit: Getty Advertisement 4 Chris McCausland will also take a wander with the star Credit: PA
South Wales Argus
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Matt Baker climbs pylon in Vale of Glamorgan for new show
Matt Baker, best known for presenting Countryfile and Blue Peter, scaled the structure near Aberthaw as part of the final episode of his More4 series, Matt Baker's British Isles. The episode, which aired on Tuesday, June 24, featured Mr Baker working alongside National Grid engineers as they carried out essential upgrades to transmission pylons on the South Wales coast. Gareth Davies, an overhead line engineer who mentored Mr Baker during the climb, said: "It was great to show Matt how our overhead lines teams operate, and talk him through what's involved. "We're proud of the work we do to keep power flowing safely around Wales and beyond, and hopefully, viewers of the show will be interested to learn what we do and how we do it. "We're always looking to bring in new talent to our overhead lines teams across the country. "Hopefully, this will encourage people to look to these roles as a career. "It's rewarding work, and there aren't many offices with such a good view." Before the climb, Mr Baker completed safety training at National Grid's centre in Eakring, Nottinghamshire, and a familiarisation climb on a de-energised pylon. He then joined the team in South Wales to observe the replacement of ceramic insulators with lighter polymeric versions. The upgrade work forms part of National Grid's wider investment plans. The company is planning to invest £35 billion in its transmission network across Wales and England between 2026 and 2031. The investment aims to support growing demand from data centres, gigafactories, and new electricity generation sources such as wind and solar. The National Grid team has since completed upgrades along the full route from Aberthaw to Cilfynydd substation, helping to futureproof the energy network in the region.
Daily Mirror
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Matt Baker inundated with support after sharing 'last show' announcement
Countryfile presenter Matt Baker has been exploring our four nations as part of the More4 series British Isles, celebrating the remarkable locations that make up our rich tapestry of life Matt Baker has announced on social media that the final episode of his More4 series British Isles has aired. The 47-year-old presenter has spent the series exploring the UK's four nations, meeting remarkable people and visiting breathtaking locations. The fourth and final episode, which aired on Tuesday (June 24), saw Matt suspended from a towering pylon in Wales to learn about the country's connections. Before the episode aired, Matt posted a teaser trailer on Instagram, saying: "Can't believe it's the last show tonight. "Baker's British Isles has been such a joy to make - full of heart, humour, and that unmistakable charm only the folk of the UK can provide.", reports Gloucestershire Live. "Beautiful countryside, brilliant characters and proper British traditions, hopefully every episode has made you proud to live here. "Massive thanks to everyone involved, on and off screen you've all been the heartbeat of this series, thanks also to channel 4 for helping us showcase our magical 4 nations. Please catch the last one tonight 9pm More4 or catch up every episode Fans flocked to the comments section, with some calling for a second series. One fan wrote: "Can't believe it's the last one already... such an interesting series. Well done team." Others echoed the sentiment, with one saying: "No not the last one already! Really enjoyed watching Matt well done everyone involved hopefully series 2." A further fan added: "Series number 2, please! Love the format and there hasn't been a single section that hasn't been interesting. Please, please make more!". Another supporter wrote: "I have loved this series so much and hope there will be more of them in the future. It has been wonderful to see all the amazing and different traditions in each country. "Very positive view of our wonderful land. Thanks Matt xx." Matt Baker's British Isles is available to catch up on Channel 4's website
