Great British Bake Off host Noel Fielding is to play Dick Turpin in a brand new series for Apple TV Plus.

In the untitled comedy-drama series, Turpin is the most famous, but least likely of highway robbers whose success is defined mostly by his charm, showmanship and great hair.

Together with his gang of loveable rogues, he rides the highs and lows of celebrity — and does what he can to escape the clutches of the Thief Taker General.

No further cast details or when the show will be released have been announced.