Hold the Front Page

2022•2 series•Entertainment / Factual
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Josh Widdicombe and Nish Kumar leap into the unique and often sensational world of local news with 'Hold the Front Page'. Following the comical duo's journey into the heart of grassroots Britain, the pair champions the role local newspapers play in the communities that they serve. They travel across the UK working for a different newspaper each week, fulfilling a mission to find local stories strong enough to make the front page. Along the way, they delve into local mysteries, take part in unusual events, and even enlist a celebrity or two to help them out.

The Blackpool Gazette: Episode Image
Episode 1The Blackpool Gazette

What is it like at a newspaper? Comedians Nish Kumar and Josh Widdicombe find out as they try their hand at local news in Blackpool. (S1, ep 1) Also in UHD.

The West Sussex Gazette: Episode Image
Episode 2The West Sussex Gazette

Josh Widdicombe and Nish Kumar visit the West Sussex Gazette to break the news in more ways than one, covering wine, football and daredevil OAPs. (S1, ep 2) Also in UHD.

The Yorkshire Post: Episode Image
Episode 3The Yorkshire Post

Nish Kumar and Josh Widdicombe are in Yorkshire to review restaurants, cover potholes and even celebrate Emmerdale's 50th birthday. (S1, ep 3) Enhanced for UHD.

Farming Life: Episode Image
Episode 4Farming Life

Nish and Josh cross the Irish sea to work for Farming Life in Belfast, immersing themselves in pedigree sheep judging, Gaelic games and cooking. (S1, ep 4) Also in UHD.

Northamptonshire Telegraph: Episode Image
Episode 5Northamptonshire Telegraph

Nish and Josh are in the Midlands to tackle online news, covering a Jamaican skier, extreme fishing and Brexit's impact on fireworks. (S1, ep 5) Also in UHD.

The Scotsman: Episode Image
Episode 6The Scotsman

Josh and Nish review Edinburgh Fringe acts for the prestigious Scotsman. Plus, a trip to a Highlands rocket test promises a world exclusive. (S1, ep 6) Enhanced for UHD.

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