'Nostalgic' UK TV Classic Is Set To Return – And Fans Are Losing Their Everloving Minds

BalamoryFirst, came the news that Byker Grove is set to appear on streaming for the very first time (it’ll be on STV Player and ITVX by the end of this year – the first five seasons are already available to watch on ITVX). Well, in what seems to be a mega week for ’90s and ’00s UK babies, now we have more good news from the Beeb ― the broadcaster recently shared on Instagram that nostalgic hit Balamory is “returning to CBeebies next year.” Originally made from 2002-2005 (a run so short, fans previously expressed shock at the hit’s outsized impact), the BBC iPlayer page added: “Expect the classic theme song, colourful houses, and some familiar faces!” in their caption. View this post on InstagramA post shared by CBeebies Parenting (@cbeebieshq)Who’ll be in the new Balamory cast? On their site, the BBC said that Balamory will “blend familiar faces with a host of new characters.” Returning to their roles will be Julie Wilson Nimmo (Miss Hoolie), Andrew Agnew (PC Plum), Kim Tserkezie (Penny Pocket) and Juliet Cadzow (Edie McCredie). New faces will include “scientist and inventor Ava Potts (played by Danielle Jam), the Harbour Master (William Andrews) and local vet Dr Ollie (Carl Spencer) who lives with his two children.” Kate Morton, Head of Commissioning for zero-to-six-year-olds at BBC Children’s and Education, said: “It’s wonderful to see some of the original cast returning alongside new faces, creating a perfect mix of nostalgia and discovery for families to enjoy together.“This vibrant new series will delight both children and the grown-ups who remember it fondly” (I’m in the latter camp).How many new episodes will the new Balamory have?It’s been commissioned for two new series, each containing ten 14-minute-long episodes.Will the new Balamory have the original theme tune?Yes (happy days). The BBC shared on Instagram, “Expect the classic theme song.”When will the new Balamory come out?We don’t have an exact date – the BBC simply says, “Families can look forward to exploring the world of Balamory once again from 2026.” What has the reaction been to the new Balamory?Fans like me are delighted.“This is sooo nostalgic for kids (now adults) and parents!” an Instagram user wrote. “YESSSSS I’M 25 AND I’M SAT,” another shared.Another called it the “best news all year” (a reasonable reaction, if you ask us).Related...People Are Just Realising This Fact About Balamory's Original Run, And I'm AstonishedBack By Popular Demand – Tom Hardy Has Recorded Even More CBeebies Bedtime StoriesJoe Wicks And Hey Duggee Creators Team Up For 1 Very Important Reason

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