Amanda Holden and Alan Carr are back with a new BBC renovation series, Amanda & Alan's Greek Job, set on the Ionian island of Corfu. The eight-part series, airing on BBC One and iPlayer, follows the duo as they tackle what they describe as their most challenging property yet.
Holden admitted she was 'heartbroken' to leave the finished project, calling it the 'worst one to leave' of all their renovations. Carr revealed his heart 'genuinely sunk' when he first saw the property, which lacked stairs, windows, and even had a message written in blood on the door. Despite the initial shock, both praised the final transformation as 'mind-blowing'.
The pair highlighted the similarities between British and Greek humour, with Carr noting the builders had a 'sparkle in their eye' and made the experience enjoyable. Holden added that the Greeks' sarcastic wit and generosity made them feel welcome, with locals waving from cars throughout the project.
The renovation adhered to strict local regulations, including limits on building height and colour, as well as a rule that new homes can only be built on existing foundations. Carr compared the traditional Corfiot houses to the island itself: 'unpretentious, simple but lovely'.
Holden also revealed she rescued two cats during filming and flew them home, while Carr joked about nearly bringing back a donkey. The series promises a mix of DIY, design, and cultural immersion, with the duo smashing plates by night after tearing down walls by day.
