Raiders of the Lost Crafts: First look as Joe Sugg and Dianne Buswell front new Sky History series
Strictly pro Dianne filmed the show while heavily pregnant
Joe Sugg and Dianne Buswell are set to front a new TV show called Raiders of the Lost Crafts for Sky History – but what do we know about it so far?
The couple first met on Strictly Come Dancing in 2018. They were partnered up on the series before beginning their romance once filming wrapped. Earlier this year, they couple – who are expecting their first baby – confirmed they’ll be starring in a new programme called Raiders of the Lost Crafts.
The show will air on Sky History and will see the pair travelling around Britain exploring traditional skills that are slowly disappearing.
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Joe and Dianne: Raiders of the Lost Crafts
Joe shared the news with fans on Instagram. “WE’RE FILMING A TV SHOW!” He gushed. “Joe & Dianne star in Raiders of the Lost Crafts on Sky HISTORY.”
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He added that the couple have been travelling across the country to discover historic crafts and trades.
“We’re travelling round the country exploring some of the UK’s most traditional crafts,” he explained. “We’re still currently filming so here are some little sneak peeks but we already cannot wait to share this with you all!”
Alongside the announcement, Joe shared a carousel of behind-the-scenes photos from filming.
The images included a sweet snap of the couple embracing on a beach. Another showed Joe wrapping his arms around Dianne as they tried their hand at clay sculpting.
Other clips offered glimpses of the production process, including Dianne having her makeup done and a crew member using a clapboard.
Dianne had previously teased the mystery project on her social media earlier this year, posting a photo of Joe staring out of a car window.
“The start of an exciting project,” she wrote alongside the image. “Such a fun day. Can’t wait to share with you all what we are up to.”
Dianne confirms filming has wrapped
A few weeks after Joe confirmed the project, Dianne revealed that filming had officially wrapped after an intense few weeks on the road.
Sharing an update with fans, the heavily pregnant pro dancer wrote: “And that’s a wrap. 6 weeks of filming is complete for our new show Raiders of the Lost Crafts.”
She continued: “Honestly it’s been sooooo much fun getting to film again with Joe.” Dianne also hinted at the variety of experiences they had while travelling the country. “I have never laughed and learnt so much all in one go!” she added.
Her post included more photos from the shoot, including the couple wearing matching navy overalls and another shot of Dianne dressed in elaborate Elizabethan-style costume.
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What is Raiders of the Lost Crafts about?
The new series will follow Joe and Dianne as they embark on a journey across Britain to learn traditional crafts and help restore historical objects.
The five-part series will see the pair visiting a variety of locations across the UK. Joe’s own background in thatching is said to have inspired the concept.
The programme aims to highlight the skilled craftspeople keeping these traditions alive, from leather tanning and chain forging to weaving and wheelwright work.
Dan Korn, Vice President of Programming at Hearst Networks, said the show would bring history to life through the couple’s enthusiasm.
He explained: “Raiders of the Lost Crafts is exactly the kind of heartfelt storytelling that brings history to life.”
He added that Joe and Dianne’s natural chemistry would make the journey both entertaining and educational.
“[They] bring genuine curiosity, warmth and hands-on enthusiasm to a journey celebrating Britain’s disappearing crafts.”
When does Raiders of the Lost Crafts start?
No premiere date has been announced for the show. It will be available to watch on Sky History likely later this year.
