Francis Bourgeois Returns for Festive Trainspotting Special with Tom Daley
The beloved trainspotter Francis Bourgeois is back this Christmas, starring in a one-off festive digital special. This time, he’s joined by Olympic diving hero Tom Daley for a heartwarming and hilarious adventure across London’s railway lines.
From Diving Pool to Open Rails: Tom Daley Joins the Fun
Tom Daley swaps his diving gear and knitting needles for the rails in a magical Christmas expedition alongside Francis. The duo embarks on a joyous journey from Clapham Junction to spreading festive cheer with quirky railway-themed gifts.
The journey culminates at the iconic 1 Station, where Tom faces one of the most embarrassing moments of his life—fans won’t want to miss it!
Trainspotting Series Gets Extended!
There’s even better news for Francis fans: the hit series has been extended by three more episodes! Celebrity guests are still under wraps, but excitement is building for Francis’s upcoming adventures in 2023.
The Christmas special will be available to stream on Channel 4’s YouTube from 22nd December.
Exclusive Quotes from the Creators
Charlie Hyland said: “We’ve been absolutely blown away by the success of Trainspotting with Francis Bourgeois. We couldn’t be more delighted to commission a festive special with Tom Daley airing this Christmas, alongside brand-new episodes in the new year. I can’t wait to see who else will be joining Francis on his travels.”
Executive Producer Jonathan Levene added: “There is never a dull moment when you’re trainspotting with Francis Bourgeois. His unapologetic outlook and ability to find joy in the most unexpected places is charming and hilarious. We can’t wait to get back on the railway for more adventures in 2023! We have exciting surprises planned for Francis’s guests, but for now, we can’t wait to share Francis and Tom Daley spreading festive joy in the Christmas special.”
