A TV programme celebrating Peter Kay's career will be broadcast on the BBC this autumn.

The documentary, entitled Twenty Years of Funny, will span the comic's two decades in the business as one of Britain's best-loved comedians.

From his childhood growing up in Farnworth, to the places and people who have influenced him, it will show how he began his journey into the world of comedy and his eventual rise to become a household name.

BBC controller Charlotte Moore announced the new documentary while unveiling the autumn and winter schedule, which includes remakes of classic sitcoms and a live episode of hit show Mrs Brown's Boys.

Peter said: "What a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the last 20 years and highlight some of the work it's been my honour to create."

After leaving Mount St Joseph High School, Peter worked several jobs, including at a supermarket, cash and carry and a bingo hall and at the Octagon Theatre before heading to Salford University to study media and performance.

His first break came in 1997 when he entered Channel 4's 'So You Think You're Funny?' followed by the Edinburgh Fringe Festival a year later, where he received a Perrier Award nomination.

The 42-year-old was then catapulted to fame after starring in shows such as That Peter Pay Thing and Phoenix Nights, where he hooked up with other local comics Dave Spikey and Paddy McGuinness.

Shane Allen, controller of BBC comedy said: “This has been a remarkable year for Peter and it feels timely to mark his exceptional talents as sitcom writer and performer as well as record-breaking stand-up comedian. It’s a great opportunity to honour someone at the top of their game and enjoy the work that got him there.”