BBC confirms the return of fan favourite show – despite star landing new series on rival channel

THE BBC have confirmed the return of a fan favourite programme in a move set to delight fans.

Fans of The Repair Shop will be delighted that a brand new series of the award-winning programme is returning to screens in just days.

Host Jay Blades will be back to front all of the action on the new edition despite landing a slew of other shows away from the popular format.

The brand new series will kick off on Wednesday August 14 at 8pm on BBC One.

it will also be the first time that Jay has been seen hosting the show since his painful marriage split from his ex.

The news that he has signed on for a brand new edition of the series comes after he landed two shows away from the popular BBC show.

Channel 5 signed up Jay for The West End Through Time - his very own television show.

In the series, he took to the streets of London to explore the origins of the West End.

During a visit to St Martins-in-the Field Church, Jay was told about a historical discovery made in 2006 that changed perspectives on the origins of London.

The 54-year-old has also bagged a project with Channel 4 with a rather unlikely co-star.

He will be working alongside Dame Judi Dench for a one-off programme titled Dame Judi & Jay: The Odd Couple.

Although born nearly four decades apart, the pair developed a friendship for life after a chance meeting three years ago.

Keen to learn more about each other's lives, the show follows Jay and Dame Judi as they embark on a journey together.

In particular, exploring the places and people who have shaped their respective backgrounds.

Jay said: “To learn about a new friend’s past really solidifies the future of your friendship.

"Going down memory lane with someone dear to you is something I would urge everyone to do.

"This show has given me memories and a friendship I will cherish forever.”