The iconic children's television programme Balamory has made a comeback to CBeebies after 21 years, with the first episode of the revival series amassing 1.5 million viewers in 28 days – a record for a new CBeebies episode in 2026.
The show, which originally aired between 2002 and 2005, is set in a fictional small island community off the west coast of Scotland. The revival was commissioned for two seasons in 2024, and following its successful return, it has now been renewed for a third and fourth season.
Kate Morton, senior head of commissioning for CBeebies, said: 'Balamory has always been about community, creativity and helping children understand the world around them. Seeing it return and connect so strongly with audiences, both those discovering it for the first time and those who remember it so fondly, has been incredibly special.'
Returning cast members include Julie Wilson Nimmo as Miss Hoolie, Andrew Agnew as PC Plum, Kim Tserkezie as Penny Pocket, and Juliet Cadzow as Edie McCredie. New additions to the cast include Danielle Jam as scientist and inventor Ava Potts, Carl Spencer as local vet Dr Ollie, and William Andrews as the Harbour Master.
Lisa Hazlehurst, head of Lion Television Scotland, added: 'We are thrilled to be able to dream up more adventures for the Balamory gang following the wonderful response to the reboot. Balamory reminds children that kindness and teamwork can solve even the trickiest problems with a little imagination and a healthy dollop of humour.'
