The producers of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! have reportedly agreed a deal for the use of Gwrych Castle in next year’s series.
The hit ITV reality show relocated from the Australian jungle to the Welsh edifice for its most recent series, as a result of the ongoing pandemic.
While producers are reportedly keen to return to its original setting later this year, plans have been put in place in the event that international travel is still impacted by Covid-19.
According to The Sun, a series insider said: “Formally an agreement is in place for the use of Gwrych Castle this year. Should the show need to be held there again it has all got the green light.”
They added that the show would be ultimately “at the mercy of Covid-19 restrictions”.
“A huge amount of work went into readying the building so the basics are all laid down and ready to go," the report continued.
"But, going back to Australia is what everyone wants and that is what everyone is working towards and hoping for.”
Reaction to last year’s I’m a Celebrity shake-up was generally positive, with the show experiencing a significant boost in viewership numbers when compared to the 2019 series.
Podcaster and TV presenter Giovanna Fletcher was ultimately crowned Queen of the Castle at the end of the series, beating a list of competitors which included Jordan North, Vernon Kay and Mo Farah.
The Independent has contacted ITV for comment.
