The latest episode of Jools Holland's Annual Hootenanny featuring stars George Ezra, Michael Bublé, and Jess Glynne is set for filming in Maidstone this week.

The recording of the highly anticipated show will take place at Maidstone TV Studios in New Cut Road on Wednesday ahead of its broadcast on New Year's Eve.

Jools and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra will one again return to join a star-studded list of performers.

The show's line-up includes Nile Rodgers, Marc Almond, Rudimental, Yola, The Record Company, as well as Junior Giscombe. Hot 8 Brass Band, and Ruby Turner.

Fans hoping to see their favourite artists will be disappointed to know registration for the random draw for tickets closed on Wednesday, November 19.

The Pipes and Drums of the First Battalion Scots Guards will have the honour of ringing in the New Year, performing as the clock strikes midnight.

Viewers can catch the legendary variety performance from 11.15pm on BBC Two.