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Irish Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Post
Filming underway in Northern Ireland for Hope Street series five
THE cast and crew of Hope Street are back in Northern Ireland this month as filming begins on series five of the BBC's popular drama. Donaghadee, on the Co. Down coastline, is being transformed into the fictional Port Devine once again for the show, which is based on a close-knit community where the local police team solves a crime in each episode. For series five sees two new faces join the cast. Constable Donal Gallagher, played by Cameron Cuffe, and Doctor Sasha Cookson, played by Jenn Murray are the newest recruits to the series. Jenn Murray and Cameron Cuffe have joined Hope Street for series five (Pic: Press Eye) The latest instalment will also see the show reach a milestone, as it will mark its 50th episode. 'Hope Street captures the humour and warmth of this place perfectly and it has been great to see it strike a chord with audiences across the UK,' Mary McKeagney, Commissioning Editor at BBC Northern Ireland, said. 'It's a real milestone for all involved to hit episode 50 and we're very proud of what the series has achieved,' she added. 'As ever, we're grateful for the continued collaboration with BBC Daytime and Britbox International, and the support of Northern Ireland Screen, which makes this all possible.' Filming id underway on Hope Street series five (Pic: Press Eye) Among those returning for the new eight-part series are Kerri Quinn, played by Marlene Pettigrew, Tara Lynne O'Neill, played by Eve Dunlop and Aaron McCusker, played by Clint Devine-Dunwoody. Helen Munson, Commissioning Editor, BBC Daytime, said it was 'a joy' to be back working on the series again. 'We are back for series five in beautiful Port Devine,' she said. 'It's a joy to be working again with Long Story and the cast and crew in Northern Ireland who all bring the characters of Hope Street to life so beautifully.' See More: BBC, Donaghadee, Down, Hope Street, Northern Ireland
Metro
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Popular BBC series to return to TV as huge cast changes are confirmed
Another trip to Port Devine is on the horizon, with BBC confirming the return of Hope Street for a fifth series – which will include the milestone 50th episode. The BBC One daytime drama, which has proven incredibly popular with viewers in the UK, the US and beyond, follows the local police department and residents of fictional Northern Irish town Port Devine. Filmed in Donaghadee on Northern Ireland's coastline, Hope Street has enjoyed four successful series, which – in addition to the episodic crime stories – all have had their own unique identity. The first centred on the arrival of the Leila Hussain (Amara Karan), whose presence got everyone talking, while the second saw corrupt detective Al Quinn (Stephen Hagan) join the police force The third series saw Hollyoaks star Karen Hassan join the show as Jo Lipton, while the fourth, which Metro deemed the show's best to date, saw some major cast changes take place, with a new inspector in the form of Derry Girls' Tara-Lynne O'Neill. It's been quite some time since the latest season concluded and fans were left wondering about the show's future but I am pleased to report that Hope Street will return. Filming is imminently set to commence in Donaghadee for the fifth series, which will feature the milestone 50th episode. Fan-favourites Kerri Quinn (Marleen Pettigrew), Niamh McGrady (Nicole Devine-Dunwoody), Aaron McCusker (Clint Devine-Dunwoody), Finnian Garbutt (Ryan Power), Tara Lynne O'Neill (Eve Dunlop) will all return. Also returning are last season's favourites, Eleanor Methven (Lois Dunlop), Paddy Jenkins (Seamie McCarthy), Katie Shortt (Brandi McClure), Marcus Onilude (Luke Jackson), RhéAna Kamalu (Chloe Jackson) and Jonny Grogan (Ross Dunlop). This season appears to be the first without Callum McCarthy star Niall Wright, who recently joined the cast of Channel 4's A Woman Of Substance remake. Much like the previous years, Series 5 of Hope Street will bring along some new faces, with Krypton star Cameron Cuffe joining the cast as Constable Donal Gallagher. A well-known local rugby player, Donal is confident and charming but his career was cut short by an injury. As the newest member of the Port Devine police department, however, he has found a new zest for life – and will soon make his mark in Port Devine. Donal isn't the only newcomer, with The Lovers star Jenn Murray joining the cast as Doctor Sasha Cookson. Sasha, who has taken over her father's GP surgery, is direct, straight-talking and she wastes little time in rubbing up some of the locals the wrong way. Donal, however, finds such a thing rather charming – and it's not long before sparks begin to fly between the two. More Trending The tongues of the Port Devine residents will no doubt be wagging once more! Discussing the show's recommission, producer Paul Marquess said: 'We're delighted to invite viewers to spend some more time in beautiful Port Devine. The new series opens with a bang (literally) and – as always – combines relatable crime stories with warm and engaging character drama. 'We're delighted to welcome back so many Hope Street fan favourites – and to introduce a couple of new characters who will really keep the audience guessing…see you in The Commodore!' View More » The first four series' of Hope Street can be streamed for free on BBC iPlayer. If you've got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@ – we'd love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. MORE: Casualty fans confused by BBC soap change as end of an era is confirmed MORE: Zoe Ball suffering from painful condition weeks after returning to Radio 2 MORE: Reason Gary Lineker's final interview with Mohamed Salah was 'scrapped' revealed
Belfast Telegraph
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
Filming begins in Co Down as Hope Street set to bring in two new characters for milestone episode
Filming will begin in Co Down this week as the fifth series of the popular BBC crime drama Hope Street gets underway ahead of milestone 50th episode. The cast and crew of the daytime police show will assemble in the coastal town of Donaghadee which will once again be transformed into the fictional Port Devine.
BBC News
26-05-2025
- BBC News
Man dies after falling down stairs at Seventh Heaven in Glasgow
A man has died after falling down stairs at a lap-dancing club in Glasgow city services were called to Seventh Heaven on Hope Street at about 00:25 on Saturday. The man died at the scene. Police Scotland said there were not believed to be any suspicious circumstances.
BBC News
02-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
New ‘travel' series for comedian Paddy Raff
Many tourists come to Northern Ireland to visit well-known attractions, often overlooking smaller rural towns. In a bid to rectify this, 'NIPS' (Northern Ireland Promotional Society) have enlisted comedian Paddy Raff's posh alter-ego, Nigel, to front a new campaign that shines a light on some of Northern Ireland's 'lesser known' tourist attractions. In this three-part series, Nigel - who is far too busy being posh to go himself - sends Paddy and a celebrity friend off the beaten track for short breaks in Counties Tyrone, Armagh and Antrim. Paddy says: 'I can't wait for the series to hit TV screens, partly because it's a craic-filled, off-the-beaten-track travelogue that I think people will really love.' 'And also because my wife looked after the kids while I was away filming and all she heard about was me doing clay pigeon shooting, gin making classes, learning to pull pints and sipping champagne in hot tubs - I need it to air so she sees I wasn't on some sort of BBC-funded stag do!' 'Nigel' says: 'I come from a two-up two-down upbringing, in that we had two properties up the coast and two in County Down, so I've always seen the beauty of Northern Ireland and it's an honour to have been grabbed by the NIPS to shine a light on these hidden gems.' From milking cows to making gin, the intrepid travellers have plenty of adventures as they explore Northern Ireland and sample the delights the different towns have to offer. Nigel does have one stipulation, however, insisting that Paddy and his guest stay at a unique location befitting of his BT9 status, complete with a hot tub for the 'end of the night bubbles'. In episode one, Paddy and Hope Street actor Tara Lynne O'Neill visit 'the Moy' in Co Tyrone for drinks and dancing before spending the night in a Georgian period property which has been converted into a swanky B&B. Paddy and comedian Russell Kane take a 'lads' trip' to Forkhill in Co Armagh in the second episode, where they brush up on their survival skills in the surrounding woodlands, take aim at a shooting range, and 'live life on the edge' with an overnight stay at a treehouse perched on a hillside. In the final episode, Paddy and Northern Ireland comedian Mickey Bartlett experience the delights of country living in Ballybogey, Co Antrim. The boys have a go at driving a train on a miniature railway and milk cows at a local farm, before bedding down for the night in the intimate surrounds of a converted horsebox. Then it's over to Nigel to add a touch of star quality to these bespoke promotional videos, before the big premiere at a special screening with tourism industry 'bigwigs'. Will Nigel put these places firmly on the map? Paddy And Nigel's Tourist Trap is made by Stellify Media for BBC Northern Ireland. The full series will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer from Friday 4 April. ML
