He's best known for getting up close and personal with some of the most dangerous animals in the world.

But now Steve Backshall's adventures have brought him to Norfolk for a new documentary.

The former Springwatch host was believed to be in Coltishall, east of Norwich, on Wednesday, June 8 and Thursday, June 9, filming for a new documentary about the Ice Age.

And during his stay, the explorer was treated to a few home comforts after hiring out a converted VW campervan from Road Drifter Rentals based in Blofield.

Co-owner of the company, James Hodds, and his wife Zeena Hodds, said they were delighted when a member of the production team got in touch.

Eastern Daily Press: Wildlife TV presenter Steve Backshall was filming for a documentary about the Ice Age in Norfolk.Wildlife TV presenter Steve Backshall was filming for a documentary about the Ice Age in Norfolk. (Image: James Hodds)

"It was incredible. We didn't meet him ourselves but we asked if they could send a picture of Steve with the campervan," said Mr Hodds.

"Apparently he loved it. He was really pleased.

"They said they wanted to rent it out as a base for Steve in between filming.

"They were in Coltishall for two days for a new documentary about the Ice Age."