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Hey Duggee's Squirrel Club spin off launches on CBeebies
Hey Duggee's Squirrel Club spin off launches on CBeebies

BBC News

time24-04-2025

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Hey Duggee's Squirrel Club spin off launches on CBeebies

Get ready to laugh, learn, and dance along as Hey Duggee's Squirrel Club - the new spin off series - premieres on CBeebies and BBC iPlayer from Monday 28 April. Families will be introduced to the new series, created from the multi-award-winning hit show Hey Duggee, as the stars join The Scott Mills Breakfast Show to answer questions from BBC Radio 2's littlest listeners (6.30-9.30am, Thursday 24 April). Joining Scott are fan favourites Duggee (Sander Jones), Chew Chew (Lucy Montgomery), Mr Crab (Adam Longworth) and King Tiger (Phillip Warner). The new episodes of the much-loved show air exclusively on CBeebies every weekday at 7.10am with episodes landing on BBC iPlayer every Monday. Audiences are in for a treat with a magical mix of fun, silliness, energy, and learning, all brought to life by the lovable Squirrels and a cast of familiar faces, as Happy, Roly, Tag, Norrie, and Betty embark on a brand-new set of adventures. Grown-ups can also listen out for the voice of renowned British space scientist Dame Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock, who brings Professor Jeanie to life, paired perfectly with the playful illustrations of acclaimed artist John Bond. Kate Morton, CBeebies Senior Head of Commissioning for BBC Children's and Education says: 'Hey Duggee is such a hit with our audiences we know the new Hey Duggee's Squirrel Club will be a winner. At BBC Children's and Education, we've always believed in the power of storytelling to inspire learning. Fans can join the Squirrel Club by singing and dancing along at home, learning through having fun.' Sue Goffe, CEO of Studio AKA, says: 'We're excited to announce the Hey Duggee Squirrel Club spin-off series arriving this April. Watch our beloved Squirrels embark on even more imaginative adventures; we can't wait for young fans to join them in discovering the joy of learning through play, laughter, and music.' With each episode, children are invited to join in on the laughter and learning, whether it's interacting to help solve mysteries, singing along, or dancing with their favourite characters. The episodes are comprised of mixed segments in a quick-paced, fun, varied format where viewers can feel like they are part of the club. Watch Hey Duggee Squirrel Club on CBeebies and BBC iPlayer from 28 April Watch Hey Duggee on BBC iPlayer and add to your Watchlist About Hey Duggee Created by Grant Orchard and produced by Studio AKA in association with CBeebies and BBC Studios Kids & Family, Hey Duggee is packed full of fun adventures, imagination, gentle humour and learning through doing. The series is narrated by comedian and presenter, Alexander Armstrong, and also features voices performed by Sander Jones, Lucy Montgomery and Adam Longworth. Since launching in 2014, Hey Duggee has become a seven-time BAFTA and international Emmy award-winning hit. Since its debut, the series has been streamed 1.36 billion times on BBC iPlayer and has garnered over 3 billion lifetime views on its official YouTube channel. The Live Theatre Show, an adaptation of the hugely popular CBeebies series, successfully transferred to the stage and won the Olivier Award for best family show in 2023. Hey Duggee has also recently celebrated a 10th anniversary. HH

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