Celebrity Race Across the World’s return date has just been narrowed down

Earlier this year, *Race Across the World* captured viewers’ attention, concluding with an intense finale at the southernmost part of India.

This exhilarating series pairs contestants who make their way across a vast territory, offering them a limited budget, devoid of phones and prior knowledge of their starting point.

While many fans might feel a tinge of sadness seeing the main series wrap up its grand adventure through China, Nepal, and India, there’s optimistic news on the horizon. The BBC has confirmed in its annual TV plan that a celebrity edition will premiere this autumn.

If you’re curious about *Celebrity Race Across the World* 2025—encompassing contestant detail and projected air dates—you’ll find all the necessary updates here. Additionally, you might want to check our insights on contenders likely to dominate the Bake Off 2025 finale and explore 5 shows that might sway you to cancel Netflix this September.

When might *Celebrity Race Across the World UK 2025* air? 

While the BBC has yet to announce an exact air date for season 3 of *Celebrity Race Across the World*, we can make some educated guesses.

The BBC Press Office has confirmed that the show is scheduled to air “this autumn,” ensuring it’s before the end of December.

We know that *The Celebrity Traitors* kicks off on October 8, with episodes released every Wednesday and Thursday at 9 PM. This scheduling could mean *Celebrity Race Across the World* will debut after *The Celebrity Traitors* wraps up on November 5, 2025. A fun Halloween finale might also be a possibility if they choose October 31 for the last episode.

Therefore, there is a likelihood that *Celebrity RATW* will start on November 5, or perhaps the following week, unless the BBC tussles a break between these shows, similar to its current strategy with *Stranded on Honeymoon Island* and *The Celebrity Traitors*.

November 2025 appears to be a solid bet, given that typically new episodes air at 9 PM on Wednesdays on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. 

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What will the route be for *Celebrity Race Across the World UK 2025*? 

It has now been confirmed that this season, the celebrities will journey across the captivating Caribbean and the Pacific coastline of Central America.

Starting from the stunning Isla Mujeres, located just off the easternmost tip of Mexico, the contestants will embark on a 5,900km trip (with several checkpoints along the way) to finally reach the Península de La Guajira in Colombia, serving as the gateway to South America.

The press release indicates that much of the scenery will be breathtaking yet remote, presenting unique challenges for local transportation this season.

Who are the contestants for *Celebrity Race Across the World UK 2025*? 

The BBC has disclosed the official lineup for *Celebrity Race Across the World 2025*:

• *The One Show* host and DJ, Roman Kemp, joined by his sister and singer-songwriter, Harleymoon.
• *Eastenders* star and presenter, Molly Rainford, along with her partner and DJ, Tyler West.
• Broadcaster and author of *Women’s Hour*, Anita Rani, competing alongside her father.
• *Derry Girls* and *Big Boys* actor Dylan Llewellyn paired with his mother.

Prior to the official announcement, Llewellyn had been speculated by the press by tabloids, while Yahoo Entertainment confirmed Rainford’s collaboration with DJ partner Tyler West—having met on *Strictly Come Dancing*. Kemp’s participation alongside his sister was similarly corroborated.

Anita Rani was the sole name preserved from speculation.

How to watch *Celebrity Race Across the World UK 2025* from abroad 

If the show’s return coincides with your summer getaway, you might face challenges keeping up.

If you want to catch all the excitement without delays, consider using a VPN to access BBC iPlayer live.

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) provide secure and private web browsing by redirecting your IP address. One of the standout advantages of using a VPN is its ability to connect you to global servers, allowing websites to identify you as if you are in a different region.

Among the various options available, NordVPN is recommended for circumventing BBC iPlayer restrictions due to its extensive server access, affordability, and user-friendly interface. For more choices, there are alternative options available.

Whenever *Celebrity Race Across the World UK 2025* airs, you can utilize this method—provided you hold a valid TV licence. For further guidance, refer to our iPlayer VPN guide 

Here’s a step-by-step guide for getting started: 

1.

Sign up for NordVPN

You can register here. By default, the Complete plan will be selected, but if you require only the VPN service, click on Get Standard. Select among a two-year, one-year, or one-month plan from the top.

Follow the prompts to set up your account and complete the payment.

2.

Install the NordVPN app

If you’re on a mobile device, search for “NordVPN” in your app store to install it.

If using Windows, log into your NordVPN account via a web browser, navigate to the Downloads section, and select Download app next to Get NordVPN for Windows. Execute the downloaded file to install.

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3.

Launch NordVPN

Open the app and log in using the email and password you created during your NordVPN registration. The Windows interface should look something like this, with other devices reflecting similar layouts.

Use the location list (icon at the top left) or scroll the map to select the UK, then tap Connect to London. If prompted, authorize NordVPN to establish a VPN connection, which may require entering your Windows password or mobile passcode.

4.

Wait for the VPN to connect

Look for a message indicating that the VPN is successfully connected, generally confirmed with a green “CONNECTED” notification alongside a padlock symbol above the UK location.

5.

Open iPlayer

Launch the BBC iPlayer app, or for Windows users, navigate to the iPlayer website.

Sign in with your BBC account (create one if you don’t have an account), then explore the content. It should stream seamlessly, as the VPN masks your location to appear as if you’re in the UK.