ONE of Britain's biggest comedians is heading to the rural Tyne Valley.

Jason Manford will head to Hexham's Queen's Hall for two nights in September as he tours his new Like Me show.

The famous funny man will entertain the Hexham crowd on Wednesday, September 23 and Thursday, September 24.

Jason said:  “After the fun we had on my last tour, Muddle Class’, I’m excited to get back on the road with my new stand up show, Like Me. 

"In these trying times, it’s always important to be able to get away for a couple of hours and exercise the old chuckle muscle.

"So I’m coming to a venue near you in 2021 so we can have a good laugh together.  See you then.”

Tickets for the shows go on sale on Friday, February 28.