'EastEnders' stars are to join forces with Nick Knowles and the 'DIY SOS' team for a big build.
Nick Knowles and the DIY SOS team's big build in Essex
The soap actors will put on their hard hats and head to Harlow, Essex, to help transform a community project by creating a new building for community interest company Butterfly Effect Well-Being, who are currently working out of a portacabin.
Nick said: "This is a special project that does so much to help the community in Harlow and I can’t wait to get stuck in with our 'EastEnders' friends and see this amazing build come together.
"As always, we wouldn’t be able to deliver such important projects without the generosity of our brilliant volunteers, so if you have a trade or can help us with materials then get in touch!"
Butterfly Effect Well-Being runs a range of groups, including a men’s meet-up, a singing group and ‘Chill and Chat’ teen sessions, as well as cooking and crafts workshops and holistic therapy classes.
Founder Angela Hannibal set up the project after losing her mum to suicide, after she had struggled for years with poor mental health.
The 'DIY SOS' team are now looking for local volunteers who can join forces with them and the 'EastEnders' stars to turn an empty building - which was been gifted by the local council, but is in a state of disrepair - into a welcoming hub where the community can seek help and support if they need it.
Catherine Catton, BBC Head of Commissioning, Factual Entertainment and Events, said: "This is a fantastic collaboration between 'EastEnders' and 'DIY SOS; which will transform a truly deserving project.
"We are so looking forward to seeing the build come together for Butterfly Effect Well-Being and helping Angela and her team provide support to even more people."
The build will take place from Wednesday 25th to Tuesday 31st October 2023.
The ‘EastEnders’ stars taking part in the episode will be announced ahead of broadcast later in 2023.
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