Escape to the Country's Jules Hudson announces huge career news away from BBC show
Jules Hudson announced that he would be taking on a new career away from the TV screen, including his slot on BBC's Escape to the Country.
Jules Hudson shares 'exciting news' about furnishing
Escape to the Country star Jules Hudson has announced that he is working on a new venture away from the BBC show. The 54-year-old presenter took to his Instagram to share the news that he is taking on a new project.
In a four-minute video, filmed outside in the rare British sunshine, Jules explained that he had been "perfecting his skills" learning how to make fine furniture. The craftsman said that his journey was continuing as he had teamed up with his local reclamation yard, in Hereford, to sell some of his wares.
Captioning the Instagram post, Jules explained: "Well Folks, alongside a busy summer filming Escape to the country, I’m very excited to announce my collaboration with my favourite reclamation yard here in Hereford, #warehouse701. As part of their own imaginative re-launch they are also providing retail space for a number of local artisans and makers including me!
"I’m really looking forward to furnishing it with lots of handmade homeware goodies, big and small for you to come and see. Hopefully my store will be up and running by the Autumn, and I can’t wait to share it with you."
He continued: "In the meantime here’s a taste of what will be on offer, once it’s all done, but I’ve clearly got a lot to make! But that’s ok, because #makingmakesmehappy.
"In the meantime check out warehouse 701 for yourselves either in person or online, and the coffee is fantastic! Stay tuned for updates! Jx"
Fans were delighted with the news and wished the presenter well in his new endeavour. One user commented: "Wishing you the very best of luck in your new venture!! Sounds fantastic!!!!"
Another added: "Have never been more proud to see an idea come into the world. Well done. Don't forget the packaging so that you can ship. Well done Creative!"
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Meanwhile, a third penned: "Well done Jules, you are a man of many talents. Looking forward to hearing more of warehouse 701".
The TV presenter previously shared his journey into learning the new craft. He posted about spending three months at the Boat Building Academy in Lyme Regis perfecting his furniture-building skills.
While there he said he encountered some "challenges" but later found the "joy" in building items such as a small table and a chestnut shaker cabinet.
He said he had a "life affirming three months" as he explained "making makes me happy".