Britain’s Got Talent: Judges confirmed for 2027 series
Auditions begin soon!
After Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Farmers Choir won Britain’s Got Talent 2026 earlier this year, the popular entertainment show will celebrate its 20th anniversary next year, and auditions begin very soon!
Ahead of filming starting in October, details are starting to emerge about the 20th anniversary series, so here's everything we know so far!
When does BGT start?
At this stage there's no official start date for the 2027 series of BGT. However, if it follows the same scheduling format as this year, the show could arrive in mid-February.
Who are the judges?
In August 2026, it was confirmed that Simon Cowell, KSI, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon will return for series 20.
When are the auditions?
Filming for the auditions is set to begin on 6th October 2026.
Can I apply?
You can! If you fancy taking part in the next series of BGT, applications are open now!
Find out more and apply to be on Britain's Got Talent here.
Can I get tickets?
Free audience tickets are available from Applause Store now for the Britain's Got Talent audition stage.
You can find out more apply for free tickets right here.
Where is Britain's Got Talent filmed?
All auditions for the 2027 series will take place at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.
The live shows are expected to take place at Eventim Apollo in London, but this hasn't yet been confirmed.
When is the BGT final?
There's no date for the 2027 final just yet.
What channel is it on?
Britain's Got Talent airs on on ITV/ITVX and STV/STV Player for viewers in Scotland.
Who hosts Britain's Got Talent?
Geordie boys Ant and Dec will once again return for the 2027 series.
READ MORE: Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Farmers Choir named 2026 BGT winner
How does Britain's Got Talent work?
Anyone of any age is welcome to audition for Britain's Got Talent with any talent they want to show off. Previous performers have included singers, comedians, dancers, musicians, and dog acts to name a few.
The first round of auditions are held throughout the UK in autumn, followed by another round of auditions with the judges and an audience present in January or February.
If the judges give a majority vote of 'yes' to a contestant they go through to the next stage. The judges then deliberate on which of these acts to take forward to the semi-finals, where the viewers at home get involved in voting to keep their favourite acts in the competition. However, if a judge uses their Golden Buzzer at the audition stage, the act goes straight through to the semi-finals.
The winner of the final gets a cash prize as well as a spot in the next Royal Variety Performance.
What is Britain's Got Talent: The Champions?
Following the main series, Simon Cowell announced plans for Britain's Got Talent: The Champions in 2019, featuring some of the most popular acts from the series around the world.
The judging panel remained the same for the show, with Simon, David, Alesha and Amanda sitting on the panel, whilst Ant and Dec hosted.
According to reports in 2026, The Champions series will return at some point, but this hasn't been confirmed.
What happened to Britain's Got More Talent?
Britain's Got More Talent, hosted by Stepehn Mulhern, aired on ITV2/STV2 for a number of years, but in 2019, bosses confirmed that Britain's Got More Talent would be shown online only from 2020, with the hope they could reach a 'younger audience'.
An ITV spokesperson told the Daily Mirror at the time: "As our 18-34 audience share continues to grow and viewing habits are changing, naturally we are listening to our viewers and focusing more on digital platforms in support of the main show."
Not long after, Britain's Got More Talent changed to Britain's Got Talent: Unseen Bits, before a brand new spin-off show was announced in 2024.
How long has Britain's Got Talent been on TV?
Britain's Got Talent first aired on our TV screens way back in June 2007. Ant and Dec were the hosts of the show, with Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and Piers Morgan on the judging panel.
Who has won Britain's Got Talent in the past?
To date, 19 different acts have won Britain's Got Talent. These range from singers, dancers, comedians, magicians and even dogs!
The first ever winner of the show was opera star Paul Potts, who wowed both the judges and audience with his stunning cover of 'Nessun Dorma'.
Check out all of the Britain's Got Talent winners here.
Now take a look at all the BGT winners so far:
Paul Potts
Paul Potts won the very first show in 2007 with his hugely impressive singing abilities.
George Sampson
Break dancer George Sampson won the show in 2008 at the age of just 14-years-old.
Diversity
Dance group Diversity won the show in 2009, with Ashley Banjo going on to become a TV presenter.
Spellbound
The 2010 series also saw a dance group win in the form of Spellbound, pictured here performing with singer Katherine Jenkins that year.
Jai McDowall
Singer Jai McDowall won the show in 2011.
Ashleigh and Pudsey
Dog performing act Ashleigh and Pudsey were winners of the 2012 series. However, Pudsey sadly passed away in July 2017.
Attraction
Another dance group won over the public in 2013, as Attraction used shadows and puppets to create beautiful spectacles - pictured here with actor Terry Crews.
Collabro
Singing group Collabro wowed viewers in 2014 with their performances of musical theatre songs.
Jules and Matisse
Britain's Got Talent saw its second dog act winner in 2015 with Jules and Matisse.
Richard Jones
Magician Richard Jones won the hearts of the nation in 2016.
Tokio Myers
Pianist and music producer Tokio Myers won the show in 2017, pictured here with BGT judge Amanda Holden.
Lost Voice Guy
Lost Voice Guy, real name Lee Ridley, won in 2018.
Colin Thackery
Colin Thackery won Britain's Got Talent 2019 with a heartwarming performance of 'Love Changes Everything'.
Jon Courtenay
Comedy singer Jon Courtenay was crowned the winner of the 2020 series! Jon was a favourite from his very first audition, picking up Ant and Dec's Golden Buzzer!
Axel Blake
Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer act, comedian Axel Blake, was crowned the 2022 winner of Britain's Got Talent, beating the likes of ventriloquist Jamie Leahy and singer Tom Ball.
Viggo Venn
Norwegian comedian Viggo Venn won the 2023 series of Britain's Got Talent with his high vis jacket inspired routine. He said he was happy to have captured 'Simon's heart' as well as the nation's.
Sydnie Christmas
Sydnie Christmas won the 2024 series of Britain's Got Talent, the singer who dreams of performing on the West End told Ant and Dec: "I cannot believe the amount of love that I've felt since it aired. I am overwhelmed with love and it is the most amazing thing.
"And I wish for one day that every single person in this room feels the way I do one day with this love. It's amazing, thank you so much!"
Harry Moulding
Magician Harry Moulding was crowned the winner during series 18 in 2025! He said: "I can't believe what is going on. Thank you, thank you everyone so so much. I genuinely feel like everyone has been behind me. This has been the most incredible journey."
The Hawkstone Farmers' Choir
Hawkstone Farmers Choir won Britain's Got Talent 2026, taking the £250,000 prize and a Royal Variety Performance slot after winning over one million public votes. They became the first choir ever to win the show, with an original song about the mental health pressures facing farmers and a message of support for anyone struggling.