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Rhyl Journal
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Strictly Come Dancing and Top Gear stars land new TV role
Pointless host Alexander Armstrong will be exploring some of the country's best pubs as well as the great outdoors in a new programme called Perfect Pub Walks. Each episode will see the in-demand presenter alongside a celebrity pal as they go to every corner of the UK. One of the showbiz heavyweights who has been signed up for the show includes Top Gear star James May. He will join Alexander Armstrong when the show comes to Channel 4 and its streaming platform All4, according to The Sun. Other titans joining the lineup include Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris McCausland, Sir Lenny Henry and Springwatch star presenter Chris Packham. Discussing the series, host Alexander said: 'Nothing beats a walk in a beautiful landscape, a good pub, a pint and a great chat. "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.' Legendary Chris Chittell has future on Emmerdale confirmed after nearly 40 years The Chase star Shaun Wallace lands role on brand new ITV show Alexander Armstrong is a British TV presenter from Northumberland who has fronted a number of popular shows like Pointless on the BBC, according to IMDb. The star, who was born on March 2, 1970, has also been involved with a number of other shows and projects. These include The Match Point, Pluncket and Maclean as well as The Armstrong and Miller Show. Perfect Pub Walks is coming to Channel 4 and All4 in the near future.
Scottish Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Strictly winner, Top Gear star and top comedian sign up for brand new Channel 4 reality show with Alexander Armstrong
The host and his celebrity pals will visit four different regions across the UK starry line-up Strictly winner, Top Gear star and top comedian sign up for brand new Channel 4 reality show with Alexander Armstrong Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) 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. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 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. 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 Chris McCausland and the nation's favourite funnyman, Sir Lenny Henry. Rounding out the guests will be Springwatch star and wildlife presenter, Chris Packham. Speaking about the series, host Alexander said: 'Nothing beats a walk in a beautiful landscape, a good pub, a pint and a great chat. "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 had been handed a further celebrity series as well as an 18th regular edition. 4 Lenny Henry is also one of the guests on the programme Credit: Getty
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
The Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The 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. 4 4 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. 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 Chris McCausland and the nation's favourite funnyman, Sir Lenny Henry. Rounding out the guests will be Springwatch star and wildlife presenter, Chris Packham. Speaking about the series, host Alexander said: 'Nothing beats a walk in a beautiful landscape, a good pub, a pint and a great chat. "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 had been handed a further celebrity series as well as an 18th regular edition. 4 4
South Wales Argus
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Chris McCausland and Alexander Armstrong visit Abergavenny pub
The Skirrid Mountain Inn is famous for being one of the oldest pubs in Wales and among the most haunted places in the world. The Abergavenny-based pub is described by visitors as "absolutely fantastic" and boasts a 4.2 (out of 5) rating on Tripadvisor from 410 reviews. The Skirrid Inn is so popular, it has even played host to several celebrities over the years, including the likes of Martin Clunes (Doc Martin). The Skirrid Inn plays host to Strictly and Pointless stars Now, the Skirrid Inn has welcomed Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris McCausland and Pointless host Alexander Armstrong. The pair were spotted at the pub on Sunday (June 29). The Skirrid Inn, posted a picture of Armstrong and McCausland with the staff on Facebook with the caption: "Lovely to have Alexander Armstrong & chris mccausland visit us today, true gentlemen (with a beer and walking boot emoji)." It appears Armstrong and McCausland were at the pub for the filming of the Channel 4 show Perfect Pub Walks. RECOMMENDED READING: The show is usually hosted by comedian and TV presenter Bill Bailey, although it is unclear whether or not he was also at the Skirrid Inn over the weekend. Another Facebook post from the pub, just hours before the picture of Armstrong and McCausland, said: "Please note that there may be some disruption in the beer garden today due to filming of Perfect Pub Walks, we are still open for food and drinks as normal. Thank you!" The Skirrid Mountain Inn has been contacted for comment.
