Jay Blades confirms another series of The Repair Shop in 2021
Jay Blades has found massive success through his BBC series The Repair Shop. The star is hoping to capture some of the same success in his new series, Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop. Premiering last week, it already looks to be a hit with viewers as Blades opens the doors of his workshop for industry experts and local woodworkers alike.
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Why did Jay Blades set up his Yorkshire Workshop?
The Repair Shop fans will know Blades best for his restoration work seen in the series, but the star is creating his own items in Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop.
Blades created the new series after having dealt with his own struggles in life, using the series to give back to the community.
The presenter feels indebted to the people that have helped him throughout his life, particularly those who aided him in getting back on his feet.
Blades lost everything when his charity, Out of the Dark, lost finding, having been set up to train disadvantaged young people in furniture restoration.
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After its funding was pulled, Blades' marriage broke down, leading to him becoming homeless.
He was then supported by friends and the Caribbean community around his local area, before TV producers saw a short film about his charity, leading him to be the presenter he is today.
In Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop, the series host has found deserving members of the community who have helped someone else.
In turn, Blades is helping them by teaching them the various woodworking skills the star is now known for.
In the series, Blades explains: “Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop is a place which changes lives. I’ve set it up because I believe everybody can achieve something they don’t believe they can achieve.