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Nick Knowles’ return to TV confirmed after shock Strictly injury
The 62-year-old is due to go under the knife soon following his horror Strictly injury
NICK Knowles' television return has been confirmed after his doomed appearance on Strictly Come Dancing.
The DIY SOS star sustained not one but two injuries while competing on the BBC ballroom floor before he was booted off.
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His first mishap occurred when Nick was changing a tyre on his car, resulting in him hurting his shoulder.
The presenter's Strictly future was then left hanging in the balance after a failed knee jump in rehearsals, leaving him on crutches and needing surgery.
But Nick will be back on screens in the New Year for another run of his Amazing Railway Adventures on Channel 5.
An insider said: "It's clear viewers enjoy a railway during, given the sheer amount of shows on right now across multiple channels, it's escapism television.
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"Chris Tarrant's previous travel series performed well for Channel 5 before the veteran decided to retire and Nick is just as popular with viewers.
"Another adventure was recorded well before Nick signed up to appear on Strictly Come Dancing.
"It's been kept on the shelf by bosses but will be broadcast at some point next year in a prime time slot."
Series two of Amazing Railway Adventures saw Nick, 62, travel across Central Europe, with his journey ending in Slovenia and Croatia.
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Nick is due to go under the knife soon in a bid to heal his Strictly knee injury.
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He explained: "I’ll be resting until February but then I’m due to film for DIY SOS.
“I’m really hoping I’ll be back on my feet by then, although I won’t be fully recovered until August next year.
“We’ve booked our wedding for next summer and the plan is for us to be able to do a first dance.
“It won’t be a full Strictly routine but I’m determined to have a special dance with Katie.”
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