The ITV programme "You Bet! on Tour" recently featured Liverpool's iconic waterfront, with film crews setting up at the Pier Head and Royal Albert Dock. Hosted by Stephen Mulhern, the show challenged several Merseyside residents to perform unique tasks in front of a celebrity panel for a chance to win a £5,000 cash prize.
The episode showcased a variety of local talent, with celebrity judges Judi Love, Johnny Vegas, and Will Best overseeing the challenges. Several contestants successfully completed their bets and walked away with the prize money.
Key Takeaways
- ITV's "You Bet! on Tour" filmed a special episode at Liverpool's Pier Head and Royal Albert Dock.
- The show was hosted by Stephen Mulhern with a celebrity panel including Judi Love, Johnny Vegas, and Will Best.
- Several local contestants participated in unique challenges to win a £5,000 prize.
- Successful challenges included an Everton fan recalling historic match scores and a driver balancing a forklift on glass towers.
- The celebrity judges praised Liverpool's rich history of producing famous entertainers.
ITV Brings Production to Liverpool's Waterfront
Liverpool's famous Pier Head and Royal Albert Dock served as the backdrop for a recent episode of ITV's "You Bet! on Tour." The production brought host Stephen Mulhern and a panel of celebrity judges to the city to film a series of challenges performed by local residents.
The premise of the show involves contestants betting they can complete an extraordinary or difficult task. If they succeed, they win a £5,000 cash prize. The Liverpool episode featured a panel of judges comprising comedian and St Helens native Johnny Vegas, "Loose Women" star Judi Love, and television presenter Will Best.
During the broadcast, the celebrity panel acknowledged Liverpool's significant contribution to the entertainment industry. They highlighted legendary figures such as Cilla Black, Paul O'Grady, and The Beatles as examples of the city's deep talent pool.
Everton Fan's Knowledge Wins £5,000
One of the standout moments of the episode involved Everton supporter Kevin Melling, who bet he could accurately recall the scores of past Everton matches. His challenge was to state the correct final score for any five fixtures from 1990 to the present day, given only the opponent and the date of the game.
The Ultimate Football Quiz
To ensure fairness, former Everton player Peter Reid was on hand to randomly select the matches. Reid drew numbered balls, each corresponding to a specific fixture from the last three decades of Everton's history. The task required an exceptional memory of the club's performance over many years.
The first fixture chosen was Chelsea vs. Everton on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Without hesitation, Melling correctly stated that Chelsea won the match 4-0. He proceeded to correctly identify the scores for four additional randomly selected games, achieving a perfect record.
A Perfect Score
Kevin Melling successfully answered all five questions about Everton's historical match results, demonstrating remarkable knowledge and securing the £5,000 prize. His performance was a highlight of the Liverpool-based episode.
His impressive display of football knowledge earned him the full £5,000 prize, with both the host and celebrity panel expressing their amazement at his memory.
Diverse and Daring Local Challenges
The episode featured a wide array of challenges that tested the skill, nerve, and creativity of Merseyside residents. Each task was designed to be visually engaging and difficult to achieve under pressure.
Feats of Strength and Balance
The show opened with a contestant named Saff, an experienced climber. Her bet was that she could climb around the entire perimeter of a boat before a separate crew could winch another boat into the dock. In a tense race against time, Saff completed the climb with only seconds to spare, winning her £5,000.
In the final and perhaps most daring challenge of the night, a contestant drove a 2.5-tonne forklift truck onto two towers made of glass. To win the bet, he had to balance the heavy vehicle on the fragile supports for a full 10 seconds without them shattering. He successfully held the position, ending the show on a high note and claiming the prize money.
Coordination and Dexterity
Other successful contestants demonstrated impressive coordination. One woman bet she could eat Hula Hoops crisps from her fingers while simultaneously keeping multiple hula-hoop rings spinning. Despite a moment where she nearly dropped the hoops, she maintained her composure and completed the task to win £5,000.
Another challenge involved a cyclist named Jake, who bet he could remove his bike's front wheel, navigate a course around several barrels on just the back wheel, and then reattach the front wheel. After two unsuccessful attempts, he managed to complete the challenge on his third and final try, proving the doubting judges wrong.
St Helens Brass Band Challenge
Musicians from the Valley Brass band, based in nearby St Helens, also participated. Their challenge was a test of logistics and teamwork: to fit all band members and their large brass instruments into a small car. The band successfully completed the task with ease.
Not every contestant was successful. A scooter skater named Lucy attempted to pop a series of balloons at the Pier Head using a heel kick while riding. Unfortunately, she was unable to complete her bet and became the first participant of the evening to go home empty-handed.
About "You Bet! on Tour"
"You Bet! on Tour" is a modern revival of the classic television format where members of the public showcase their unusual talents. The touring version takes the show to different cities across the UK, highlighting local people and landmarks.
The programme features a rotating panel of celebrity judges who watch the challenges and offer their commentary. The decision of whether a contestant wins is based purely on the successful completion of their proposed bet.
According to ITV, the current series features a wide range of well-known personalities on its judging panel. Stars scheduled to appear include Holly Willoughby, Rob Beckett, Alison Hammond, Rylan Clark, and Alesha Dixon, among many others, ensuring a different lineup for each location.