Ann Widdecombe and Zoe Lucker have been confirmed for BBC One's 24 Hours in the Past.
The living history series follows a group of six celebrities, as they attempt to authentically live the working lives of everyday people in 19th century Britain.
Alistair McGowan, Colin Jackson, Miquita Oliver and Tyger Drew-Honey are also joining the programme.
The stars must immerse themselves in the trials of a Victorian worker, having no contact with the modern world for four full days and nights.
They will be expected to carry out tasks such as stone breaking, oakum picking and sorting through rubbish looking for items to sell.
Presenter and broadcaster Fi Glover will be present at each workplace to provide viewers with an insight into everything that unfolds.
BBC One controller Charlotte Moore said: "24 Hours in the Past will bring living history to BBC One in a hardcore way.
"Viewers will get up...
The living history series follows a group of six celebrities, as they attempt to authentically live the working lives of everyday people in 19th century Britain.
Alistair McGowan, Colin Jackson, Miquita Oliver and Tyger Drew-Honey are also joining the programme.
The stars must immerse themselves in the trials of a Victorian worker, having no contact with the modern world for four full days and nights.
They will be expected to carry out tasks such as stone breaking, oakum picking and sorting through rubbish looking for items to sell.
Presenter and broadcaster Fi Glover will be present at each workplace to provide viewers with an insight into everything that unfolds.
BBC One controller Charlotte Moore said: "24 Hours in the Past will bring living history to BBC One in a hardcore way.
"Viewers will get up...
- 2/23/2015
- Digital Spy
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