Despite opposition from some residents, Ant and Dec and their ‘I’m a Celebrity’ band received a warm welcome back in North Wales as they celebrated the 20th anniversary.

Surprised by the banner that was displayed over Abergele’s motorway, the TV hosts were compelled to go home.

Local residents have voiced concern that increased traffic will lead to traffic jams. Roads were closed and traffic speeds restricted. Footpaths were sealed off.

Last year, a woman was killed in an accident on the road while taking a photograph of the monument. This led to fears about safety for fans.

Ant and Dec and their band of 'I'm a Celebrity' stars have been given a hearty welcome back to North Wales in the eve of the 20th anniversary of the hit show, despite opposition from some locals

Despite some opposition, Ant and Dec and the ‘I’m a Celebrity’ cast have received a warm welcome back in North Wales on the eve the hit show’s 20th anniversary.

A number of local businesses in the Welsh town of Abergele have erected banners and posters to welcome Ant and Dec, and their cast of I'm A Celebrity stars

Local businesses have put up banners and posters in Abergele, Wales to welcome Ant and Dec and the cast of I’m A Celebrity celebrities.

However, local businesses and residents have responded and voted for them to return their show to Gwrych Castle for the 2nd consecutive year. This is after they saw an increase of 50% in visitors.

These photos show that locals are busy making Christmas decorations and greeting the broadcasters from back in Australia.

Les Light, owner of Ready Grass Abergele, has put two huge cardboard cuts outs from the Geordie stars alongside a throne.

He added, “These guys are great for getting the area on the national maps as well as driving more tourists to our pubs.”

There has also been unhappiness against the celebrity circus on local bulletin boards from residents concerned that the increased number of visitors will mean traffic snarl ups as roads have been closed with traffic speeds limited and footpaths sealed off

Local residents have voiced concern about the celebrity circus and posted their discontent on bulletin boards. They fear that traffic congestion will result from the increase in visitors. Roads were closed, with speed limits for traffic and footpaths secured.

Along with Christmas decorations locals have been busy erecting banners, cardboard cut outs and photographs welcoming the duo, who usually broadcast from the Australian jungle, back

Locals are busy making Christmas decorations and greeting the broadcasters from back in Australia.

Dawn Williams, assistant at the Abergele butchers kitchens said that she was amazed by how many people are returning to their shop.

They are loved by most people and they get lots of attention. They have displayed their faces as well in our windows as the other 10 contestants. It will be a huge celebration of the castle and market.

Butcher Darren King said: ‘Everyone has the program on their lips, and we wish them luck.

Sarah Frost, an 82-year old tax consultant and retired teacher, commented, “These lovely people exude such charm onto our television sets. It’s amazing to imagine that Ant and Dec live in our community.

“I wish that they could take a walk along the High Street with everyone. Due to Covid restrictions they were unable to meet people last year. It is my hope that they will this year.

However, she said that she would prefer to be able to meet David Ginola the footballer. His eyes are so beautiful. They are eyes that can easily seduce…but I must be getting along.’

Pictured: Gwrych Castle, which is the setting for the new series of I'm A Celebrity get Me Out Of Here!

Pictured is Gwrych Castle which was the backdrop for I’m A Celebrity get Me Out Of Here!

Local butchers Darren King and Dawn Williams (both pictured) are among the local workers who put on a warm welcome to Ant and Dec

Ant and Dec received a warm reception from local butchers Dawn Williams and Darren King (both pictured).

A model castle and cardboard cut out of Ant and Dec have been placed in the window of this shop

In the shop window, a model castle and cardboard made from Ant and Dec were placed

A barmaid in the George and Dragon Clare Stanton added, 48, that she is from Kent. That would brighten their day.

“The show is very well-received around the country. People all over the country can see Abergele’s film and hear about it.

“We all want to know who put the banner on that bridge. It could have been an attempt to make a joke and a prank. It was not funny at all. It was a great time with Ant and Dec. They’re national institutions.

Goronwy Ed Edwards of Conwy said, “It has been very hard year for businesses here.

A full-sized cardboard cut out of Ant and Dec can be seen front and centre in the window of this shop

This shop’s window displays a full-sized cutout of Ant and Dec cardboard.

One shop window took inspiration from one of the shows longest-running bushtucker trials - the Celebrity Cyclone

One shop window was inspired by one of the longest running bushtucker trials, the Celebrity Cyclone

Cardboard masks of I'm A Celebrity hosts Ant and Dec have been glued onto the front of these festive Brussel sprout decorations in the town

The fronts of the festive Brussel sprout decorations have had cardboard masks made by Ant and Dec of I’m A Celebrity.

They are eager to benefit from the trade opportunities that the show brings to their area. Good luck! This should help boost the local economy.

“There are some traffic concerns. We are more prepared because we had more time.

“Some people don’t like the idea of having this show and the all-encompassing attention it draws. However, I believe the show does attract a lot of attention.

“People travel from all walks of Britain to get their photographs taken at the castle. The locals want them to take part in the spectacle, as do they.