Original Balamory stars return for new CBeebies series in 2026

Original Balamory stars return for new CBeebies series in 2026

The beloved stars of the original BBC children’s show Balamory are set to reprise their iconic roles in a brand new series scheduled to air next year. Julie Wilson Nimmo will return as the nursery teacher Miss Hoolie, Andrew Agnew as PC Plum, Kim Tserkezie as Penny Pocket, and Juliet Cadzow as Edie McCredie for the reboot on CBeebies. The BBC promises a delightful blend of familiar faces and new characters, offering a mix of stories, comedy, songs, and adventures for viewers to enjoy.

Inspired by the real Scottish town of Tobermory on the Isle of Mull, the original hit show aired in the early 2000s and captured the hearts of children worldwide. The upcoming series will introduce a fresh set of characters, including scientist and inventor Ava Potts portrayed by Danielle Jam, local vet Dr. Ollie played by Carl Spencer, and the harbour master portrayed by William Andrews. Filming is scheduled to take place both in a studio in Glasgow and on location in Tobermory.

BBC children’s commissioner Kate Morton expressed excitement about the return of some original cast members alongside new faces, which will offer a nostalgic yet novel viewing experience for families. The vibrant new series aims to captivate both young viewers and adults who fondly remember the show. With the renewal of Balamory, the BBC continues its legacy of presenting home-grown stories centered around the beloved nursery school and its surrounding island community. The program has been commissioned for two new series, each consisting of 10 episodes, and will be produced by Lion Television Scotland

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