Following Rob Brydon's confirmation that a third series of The Trip is being made, it has now been revealed that the programmes will air on Sky Atlantic.

This news reveals that the BBC has lost out on the rights to broadcast the critically acclaimed comedy starring Rob Brydon and Steve Coogan.

The new series will be set in Spain.

The channel confirms: "The Trip To Spain sees Steve and Rob's fictionalised characters back on their culinary quest as they head off on a road trip from the North Atlantic to the Mediterranean coast for a fresh helping of gastronomic adventures. Filming later this year, The Trip To Spain is a journey of food, fun and frivolity - and, of course, plenty of impersonations."

The series will once again be overseen by creator/director Michael Winterbottom. Sky Atlantic explain: "Steve and Rob are going to be bringing the laughs while tucking into tasty dishes in six stunning Spanish locales, from Cantabria, to the Basque region, Aragon, Rioja, Castile-La Mancha and Andalusia."

Talking about the news, Steve Coogan says: "Having thought long and hard about yet another sojourn into culinary distractions and middle age, I have reluctantly agreed to Eviva Espana. I have a hole in my diary, there will be free food and accommodation and Rob Brydon is surprisingly good company. I also like Michael."

Rob Brydon adds: "I'm looking forward to reuniting with Steve and Michael for The Trip To Spain."

Michael Winterbottom comments: "It has been more than three years since the last Trip, and travelling with Rob and Steve is always enjoyable - so it seemed like a good idea to go on another journey together - before they get too old."

Zai Bennett, Director of Sky Atlantic, says: "The Trip is as close to perfection as you get in comedy. It's a rare chance to watch comic masters, totally authoring their work with creative freedom. It's an absolutely perfect fit for Sky Atlantic. We are very happy to ensure that this award-winning comedy will continue building on the channel's relationships with Steve, Rob and Revolution Films showcasing our continued investment in top-flight original comedy."

Sky Atlantic will begin showing the second series of Steve Coogan's Alan Partridge's Mid Morning Matters from tomorrow (Tuesday 16th February).