Heartbeat - the TV series Heartbeat - the TV series ? Heartbeat is a long-running and highly popular TV series produced originally by Yorkshire Television, and subsequently by ITV, in the UK: since its first screening on Friday 10th April 1992, the show ran to over 350 hour-long episodes, in 18 series, of which the last was broadcast on Sunday 12th September 2010. According to the cutting from from Woman magazine, sent to Nicholas Rhea by a fan, Heartbeat placed it in the top ten most watched programmes of the decade. And it all began with Nicholas Rhea's books. Heartbeat Constable novels by Nicholas Rhea. The stories feature an English policeman in a rural village in North Yorkshire during the 1960's, although cast changes and story developments have resulted in group of village characters sharing the attention with the local village bobby. The Heartbeat title refers to an English bobby 'on the beat', the medical stories that are woven into each episode, and the way each programme puts a finger on the pulse of the rural community of Aidensfield.

Heartbeat The last episode of Heartbeat was broadcast Sunday 12 September 2010, but despite the passage of time the much-loved series is not forgotten - in the UK and around the world. In the summer of 2016 it appeared in a new form - for the first time ever, Heartbeat came to the stage, starring members of the TV cast. With use of video footage and a clever set, this touring production recreated the atmosphere of the 1960s rural Yorkshire settings. David Stockwell, Gina Ward, PC Geoff Younger and a number of other of the most popular characters starred in the two-hour live stage production with a brand-new script. The show toured the UK between April and July 2016: see the archived schedule here . Heartbeat Although there have been no new episode of Heartbeat since September 2010, the show is still much loved, in the UK and around the world - and of course that includes Yorkshire! In April 2014, Nicholas Rhea was delighted to find Heartbeat magazine. It came in at no. 65, a few positions above rhubarb! Top of the poll was, of course, Yorkshire pudding.

Heartbeat Special Another book from Nicholas Rhea is something rather different: a lavishly illustrated book about the making of Heartbeat . It includes input from the makers and stars of the show, as well as the author's own unique inside information. It is published by Mortons of Horncastle , and can be ordered from them via its own dedicated web site , now only available in a digital edition, where you can also see some of its many pictures, and read extracts from the text. Heartbeat For a long time, although we received many enquiries about whether Heartbeat is available on DVD, Nicholas Rhea could only point out that this up to ITV, not him! (He explains that among the things which make Heartbeat so special are the use of original sixties records, and the frequent appearances of guest stars. Both of these factors would involve ITV in obtaining clearances before they could authorise DVDs of the series - something that could not have been foreseen when the original contracts were drawn up, long before DVDs were invented.) But in September 2010, Network DVD released a boxed set of three DVDs, containing the whole first series - ten episodes of classic Heartbeat .

This first series sees Nick and his doctor wife Kate (Niamh Cusack) settling in Aidensfield, having left the bustle of London behind. As villagers' initial suspicion gives way to acceptance, the couple become increasingly involved, both professionally and personally, in the daily life of the rural community. Bill Maynard also stars as the irrepressible Claude Jeremiah Greengrass, with guest appearances from, among others, Philip Glenister, Annette Crosbie, Eleanor Bron, John Duttine and Elizabeth Spriggs. Once the ice was broken, the party just went on. Sixteen series are now available on DVD, not to mention two series of related hospital drama, The Royal . Caution: the disks are in Region 2 / PAL format; this means that it may not be compatible with DVD players outside Europe. We know that there are Heartbeat fans all over the world, and hope that this first release will be followed by other formats. There is now another way to enjoy the Heartbeat experience on DVD: Heartbeat: A nostalgic return to Aidensfield is a rare opportunity for all fans, to join Derek Fowlds ( Oscar Blaketon ) in a nostalgic and personal journey back to the village of Aidensfield.

Watch him catch up with old friends and revisit film locations used in the series. This is an independent, limited edition production, but is available for order from Amazon . Caution: the disks are in Region 2 / PAL format; this means that it may not be compatible with DVD players outside Europe. We know that there are Heartbeat fans all over the world, and hope that this first release will be followed by other formats. Heartbeat It was very sad to witness the last-ever episode of Heartbeat and I did feel sorrowful when I recalled the dedication and hard work of the writers, cast and crew some of whom had been with the programme from its very beginning. Without them, there would have been no Heartbeat . It is difficult for me, sitting in my study at home, to appreciate just how wide the appeal of Heartbeat? has been. Only this morning in my daily paper, there is a letter from a viewer in Australia, echoing his sadness at its demise. And in the past couple of weeks, I've had more messages from Canada, Australia, Tasmania, Belgium, Finland, Denmark and Norway, not forgetting, of course, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and England. Truly the programme had world-wide appeal.

But all good things must come to an end. Heartbeat? has successfully concluded its long run of 18 years, and it was inevitable that it must end at some point. I thank everyone who was involved in its production and all who have supported the series, some being keen viewers from Day 1. There will be many repeats, of course, and a DVD is now available and so for some time to come we can continue to indulge in its charm, nostalgia, wonderful characters and spectacular countryside. Thank you to everyone from Nicholas Rhea Rhoda Walker (Mrs Nicholas Rhea) was present when the last episode was filmed, and sent us this description: As the partner of Nicholas Rhea, I get invited to certain events and last Friday I went with him to a Heartbeat party in Leeds. It was a glittering occasion held in the stunning Corn Exchange building, with over 200 people; Heartbeat actors, scriptwriters, lighting technicians, make-up girls - in fact all the numerous people who have been involved in the making of Heartbeat for the past 17 years.

This event was billed as a 'Farewell Party' and I thought it might be a sombre occasion but, on the contrary, everyone looked relaxed and happy in their party frocks and dinner jackets. We were all there to celebrate Heartbeat , say goodbye to friends and colleagues and talk about hopes for the future. I'm sure we'll soon be seeing many of the actors in new roles. I chatted to Steven Blakely (we are pictured together, above), who joined Heartbeat straight from drama school to play the loveable rookie constable, Geoff Younger. He said how much he'd enjoyed working on the series and later this year expects to be touring Europe with a theatre group putting on Shakespeare plays. Rupert Ward-Lewis (Don Wetherby) is going back to London and William Simons (Alf Ventress) has already moved back there. Some of the production staff are going to work on Emmerdale and others are taking time out for a while. But everyone I spoke to said they were very sad to be leaving and would miss Aidensfield and the North Yorkshire moors.

We watched some nostalgic clips from the series and there were a few misty eyes when the scene came up where a bereft Nick Rowan stood in the moonlight at the door of the police house on the night Kate died (sniff, sniff). Finally, Keith Richardson, head of YTV drama, made a speech, thanking everyone and saying that the Heartbeat team had been like a big extended family. Nicholas Rhea adds: For me, personally, it has been a delight to have my stories and characters portrayed in such a successful television series and I have been involved right from the start. Heartbeat filming is finished but the screening will go on, so keep watching and I will keep writing my Film Locations - TV Locations The Wrinkled Stocking tea rooms Nora Batty's house The canal at Slaithwaite Last of the Summer Wine was first broadcast on BBC television in January 1973, making it Britain's longest running TV comedy series. Every single episode has been written by Roy Clarke. The male characters are all in their 'twilight years' but act as if in their second childhood! Bill Owen (who played Compo) made the area his second home.

He died in July 1999 and is buried nearby in the village of Upperthong. Many of the canal scenes in Last of the Summer Wine were filmed at Slaithwaite, which is frequently used as a location in ITV's 'Where the Heart Is'. Slaithwaite features in the canal section of this web site. Bamforths produced their saucy seaside postcards of nagging (buxom) wives and their (scrawny) hen pecked husbands at Holmfirth. Bamforths were also producers of 'Magic Lantern' slide shows and silent films. Goathland - 'Heartbeat' Aidensfield Arms + TV crew and actors Goathland's village green Heartbeat, from Yorkshire TV, is set in the 1960s, and features the community of Aidensfield and its police force. The village of Goathland is in the North York Moors National Park and features as the village of Aidensfield. The Aidensfield Stores are used as the Post Office, and the Goathland Hotel features as the Aidensfield Arms.

If you're lucky, as we were, then it's possible to visit Goathland and see them filming (picture 3). Goathland's railway station and the preserved North Yorkshire Moors Railway also appear in the series. (Note:- Goathland station appears as Hogsmeade station in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone). Aidensfield police house is actually in Askwith and the police station is 60 miles away, in Otley! (Just like it would be if the series was representative of life now!) The fishing port of Whitby is often used as a location. A page about Whitby appears in the Out and About section of this website. Downham - 'Whistle Down the Wind' & 'Born & Bred' Downham village Assheton Arms Damens station Downham village in Lancashire is a film maker's dream. It has no TV aerials, no intrusive overhead cables, no double yellow lines, but lots of photogenic ducks! The Assheton family have been lords of the manor since 1558 and they still ensure that Downham retains an air of tranquility.

Downham was used as a location in the 1961 film Whistle Down the Wind, starring Alan Bates and Hayley Mills. The film tells how three children assist an escaped convict they find in their barn, convinced that he is Jesus. Local children starred in the film. The farm used in Whistle Down the Wind was Worsaw End Farm (picture 2 above). Pictures 3 and 4 are locations for the BBC's comedy drama Born & Bred. This is another nostalgic series, with predictable story lines. It's 'easy watching' TV, in the same mould as Heartbeat, Monarch Of The Glen, Where the Heart is and Ballykissangel. Downham's village pub, the Assheton Arms features in the programme as The Signalman's Arms. Damens railway station ( Britain's smallest) is 20 miles from Downham and is seen as Ormston in the TV series. Wharfedale - 'Calendar Girls' Kilnsey Crag Kettlewell Calendar Girls (released 2003) stars Helen Mirren, Julie Walters and John Alderton. The film was inspired by the true story of eleven ladies from Rylstone Women's Institute in North Yorkshire.

They decide on ways to raise funds for leukaemia research in support of Angela Baker's husband John, who is suffering from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. By producing a calendar of themselves in the nude they hope to sell a few hundred copies, and the rest, as they say, is history! Burnsall was used as the location for the annual village show, although it's referred to in the film as 'Kilnsey Show'. The Tennants Arms at Kilnsey was the public house where the men awaited the production of the calendar and where they held the press conference. Kettlewell was used as the fictional village of Knapely. Other locations used in the film were Settle (where I was born), also Skipton and Ilkley. Aidensfield Stores and iconic 1960s... (C) Pauline E :: Geograph Britain and Ireland IMPORTANT: Please read the Buckets Article before picking from this list Aidensfield Stores and iconic 1960s police panda car Goathland was the location for the filming of the TV series, Heartbeat, set in the fictitious village of Aidensfield.

Two blue and white Ford Anglias were used in the show: the original LTT 930F was used until it was damaged during filming and was replaced by LAR 988C. The one parked here, WRO 509E, was never used in the show. Heartbeat (C) Yorkshire Television HEARTBEAT paperbacks published by Headline based on the TV SCRIPTS: #Heartbeat - Constable on Call (1993) #Heartbeat - Constable in Control (1994) For later ones, go to HEARTBEAT paperbacks published by Headline, most containing more than one original 'Constable' story: #Heartbeat - Constable Among the Heather (1992) This book contains 'Constable Among the Heather', 'Constable in Disguise' and 'Constable by the Stream'. #Heartbeat - Constable Across the Moors (1993) Contains 'Constable On the Hill', 'Constable Around the Village' and 'Constable Across the Moors'. #Heartbeat - Constable Around the Green (1994) Contains 'Constable Around the Green' and 'Constable Beneath the Trees'.

The above contains another 470 pages of fine reading. Of many enjoyable and amusing tales, my vote for the funniest group goes to the chapter "Dog with a bad name". Alfred features in the very best, when he manages to sneak into the dog show and "attend" to the needs of the various lady dogs on show. A weird assortment of puppies soon appear in all parts of the countryside, much to the horror of their owners! Highly recommended. (JT: May, 2009) #Heartbeat - Constable Along the Lane (1995) Contains 'Constable by the Sea', 'Constable Along the Lane' and Constable through the Meadow'. #Heartbeat - Constable v. Greengrass (1996) #Heartbeat - Constable in the Dale (1996) Contains 'Constable in the Dale' and 'Constable on the Prowl'. #Heartbeat - At the Gate (1997) The CONSTABLE books were originally published in hardcover by Hale in the UK and St Martins Press in the USA.. Many are available in LARGE PRINT from Magna and Thorpe and on AUDIO CASSETTE from Soundings Ltd.

The Australian agent for both formats is Ulverscroft Large Print Books Ltd, PO Box 953, Crows Nest NSW 2065, phone (02) 9436 2622. Below is the list of original titles as published by Hale in hardcover: # Constable on the Hill (1979) # Constable on the Prowl (1980) # Constable around the Village (1981) # Constable across the Moors (1982) # Constable in the Dale (1983) # Constable by the Sea (1985) As a seasonal break from his usual village beat, Nick finds himself involved with holiday makers and their problems. Read how he copes with a man who has lost his false teeth in the sea and a medical man who wants to give away his cash when drunk - among other things.

"Guaranteed to put a smile on your face!" (John: 1997) # Constable along the Lane (1986) # Constable through the Meadow (1988) # Constable at the Double (1988) 2 Across the Moors/Around the Village # Constable in Disguise (1989) # Constable among the Heather (1990) # Constable by the Stream (1991) # Heartbeat Omnibus 1 (1992) Hill/Prowl/Dale # Heartbeat Omnibus 11 (1993) Lane/Meadow # Constable around the Green (1993) # Constable beneath the Trees (1994) # Constable in Control (1994) # Constable in the Shrubbery (1995) # Constable versus Greengrass (1995) # Constable about the Parish (1996) # Constable at the Gate (1997) # Constable at the Dam (1997) # CONSTABLE OVER THE STYLE (1998) ISBN 0 

7090 6071 8 A further amusing collection of short stories relating the adventures, in and around Aidensfield in the North Yorkshire Moors, of PC Nick Rowan, Sgt Blaketon, PC Alf Ventress and the irrepressible Greengrass.

One of the most intriguing tells of the farm lad in love with the doctor's secretary who spells out her name on the hillside using live sheep. She passes by on her bicycle each day, you see. There are a series of stories involving ASRO, the Aidensfield Search and Rescue Organisation, originally formed to aid those lost in snow and foggy conditions. Another story in centred on the mysterious Home Farm above the village of Elsinby, holiday place to the stars. And there is the phantom knicker-nicker and the self-proclaimed artist who erects his masterpiece before disappearing into the sunset, not forgetting the driver who never obeys red traffic lights. Good fun for all readers. (John: August 1998) # Constable under the Gooseberry Bush # Constable in the Farmyard # Constable Around the Houses (2000) ISBN 0 7090 6643 0 Nick relates numerous fascinating stories about local houses and their occupants plus yet more amazing events featuring our Aidensfield regulars, culminating in Sgt Blaketon's retirement.

A great read as always and in my humble opinion, the best of the best 10/10 (John: July 2007) Note: My hardback copy of this book fell apart by the time I'd finished it; very poorly manufactured. I suggest you avoid the Robert Hale hardback and look for an American edition. AUDIO RECORDINGS # CONSTABLE DOWN ON THE FARM (1999) ISBN 1 86042 574 7 Available on 7 cassettes from Soundings Ltd. Another enjoyable series of PC Nick Rowan's adventures on the North Yorkshire Moors, read by that stylish narrator, Christopher Kay. Greengrass creates bedlam in Aidensfield when he buys a gigantic traction engine, part of a plan to separate caravan-towing tourists from their pounds and pence. There's the mysterious bottle thief, the nudist camp and perhaps the most remarkable character ever introduced, Tabatha Gumlock. This lovely lady goes through life paying no attention to the date or day. Ensuring this lady gets to important appointments causes Nick many problems.

Greengrass running down a hill out of control backwards in an old car and the memorable Sgt Blaketon preparing to retire to the local post office give much cause for amusement. Not to be missed. J.8.2000 For later ones, go to # SOME ASSURED (2004) Available on 7 CDs from Magna Story Sound, read by Graham Padden. Matthew is an ex-butcher who swaps his job behind the counter for a mostly out of doors occupation, puttering around the countryside on his stinkbike. Pretty much in the enjoyable style of the 'Constable' books, what would seem to be a less than exciting occupation turns out to be a collection of entertaining adventures in the hands of our master storyteller. Selling insurance to everyone from churchmen to little old ladies is often more exciting than solving crimes. Recommended for all ages, especially if they have Yorkshire connections. J.9.2006 REVIEWS of other novels. IMPORTANT NOTE. Make sure you check under Peter N.Walker as well as Nicholas Rhea when scouring bookshop and library shelves!

DS Mark PEMBERTON series FALSE ALIBI by Peter N Walker, Constable London, 1991 ISBN 0 09 470700 6 The author's first Detective Superintendent Mark Pemberton novel, finally unearthed by the now addicted reviewer. Chief Constable Charles Moore places Mark in a strange situation: the latter is to 'arrange' for the body of a recently deceased 60 year-old woman to be 'placed' where it will be found in such a way that the discovery will initialize a murder investigation. It's an exercise, according to Mark's boss, something to fire up and test the troops, flush out all the local crims, turn the town upside down. But is Mark being given the full picture? What's the real reason for such an unheard-of event? Mark expects the body to be found by a known blagger who walks his dog past the same spot each day. Although I'm reading this series out of order, each provides an equally entertaining read, and each can stand alone as a fast-paced yet highly detailed story of police investigative procedures.

Each can also stand as a view of Yorkshire life with the day to day doings of all concerned beautifully portrayed with a constant thread of humour running along just below the surface. Just when you're relaxed, something unexpected will happen: the pace of the story will alter and events will hit you right between the eyes! (John: June 10, 1998) GRAVE SECRETS by Peter N Walker, Constable London 1992 ISBN 0 09 471710 9 Detective Superintendent Mark Pemberton isn't happy with his current assignment: to provide protection for a soon to be released child-killer. Louisa Mary Potter has convinced her parole board that after 25 years imprisonment she is a reformed person and fit to rejoin the outside world. She had been found guilty of killing three little girls while three others had also disappeared without trace. Mark decides that he will reopen investigations into the latter three. He wonders what is really responsible for the killer's release. There is far more to this case than meets the eye. Why are the security forces involved and what secret had the little girls died for?

The second of the Pemberton crime mysteries and another wonderful book with the usual twists and turns to keep you guessing until the last few pages. No one can write so convincingly of authentic police procedures like Peter Walker and yet maintain the reader's total interest. (John: July 1, 1998) FAMILY TIES by Nicholas Rhea, Constable London, 1994 ISBN 0 09473030 X The American Vice-President is coming to North Yorkshire on a private visit to look up a link with his family tree. Detective Superintendent Mark Pemberton and his hand-picked team are given the task of internal security at his proposed retreat, Thirklewood Hall, formerly a girls' school. As this will involve a lot of spare time, Mark decides to pre-empt the Americans: he will use the H.O.L.M.E.S. police computer system to carry out an in-depth look into the Hartley family. What follows is a fast-paced investigation covering a bewildering range of topics. What appears to be an unsolved murder is uncovered - or was it a suicide? Another exciting mystery from the author, almost 'unputdownable'!

(John: May 26, 1998) SUSPECT by Nicholas Rhea, Constable London, 1995 Detective Superintendent Mark Pemberton of Rainesbury CID had a problem on his hands. Inspector Vic Hadley had been off on stress-related sick leave. He'd shot dead a civilian during a bungled bank raid while in charge of his local firearms unit, been accused of cold-blooded murder by the deceased man's brother and the press. Hadley insisted the man had a shotgun at the time but the weapon could not be found, or so it seemed. He'd been cleared after an investigation and now would come to work under Mark's control on the HOLMES police computer. He would be allowed to set his own hours. A series of murders put Hadley in the frame due in part to his expressed desire to clear the streets and moors of evil-doers. This story moves along at a sparkling pace as you find yourself taken through the at times laborious but always interesting police investigative processes. A great read, guaranteed to keep you guessing.

(Reviewed by John: May, 1998) CONFESSION by Nicholas Rhea, Constable London, 1997 Another Mark Pemberton crime mystery, featuring a serial killer who picks a victim once a year and has done so for more than a decade. This story is even more exciting than SUSPECT and, for a change, I'm writing this review before reaching the climax! The story begins with a terrifying crash of a red MGB, from which Mark and his girlfriend remove a red-haired young man. The latter confesses to the priest accompanying the trio that he committed a murder, then dies. Mark only hears the confession, that the victim was female, and that's it. The priest, naturally, cannot reveal what other words were uttered. Thus Mark and his CID team are soon occupied in a comprehensive investigation involving classic car events, antiques and a trail of raped and murdered prostitutes, all of whom were wearing sandals! Another excellent read.

(Reviewed by John: May, 1998) DEATH OF A PRINCESS by Nicholas Rhea, Constable London, 1999 Alicia Milverdale, late of Milverdale Hall and last in her line, is found dead in a field, shot by a marksman from a distance, according to the scientific police team. DS Mark Pemberton has other worries on his mind but soon gives full attention to this disturbingly mysterious death. Who has the most to gain? Was it one of the locals, someone from outside of the village or even someone known to the deceased? Nicholas Rhea has again come up with a highly readable crime story, filled with the usual attention to detail and interesting supporting players. As always there is the ring of authenticity from this master craftsman. (Reviewed by John: August, 2000.) For later ones, go to DI Montague PLUKE series OMENS OF DEATH by Nicholas Rhea, Constable London, 1996 You won't meet a more superstitious policeman than Detective Inspector Montague Pluke of the sub-divisional police station at Crickledale, a small market town on the edge of the North York Moors.

The appearance of a deceased and naked female at the Druids Circle gives Pluke the opportunity to use his detecting powers and knowledge of superstitions. He soon discovers the dark underbelly of the outwardly respectable town. Will he solve his, and the town's, first murder before retiring to a life of cataloguing horse troughs? Yet another swag of fascinating characters from the pen of Nicholas Rhea: Pluke and his adoring wife, Millicent; Pluke's offsider and driver, Detective Sergeant Wayne Wain; uniformed Sergeant Cockfield pronounced Cofield and many others. Every reader will find a character to his or her liking. Amusing and fast-paced, see if you can find out who did it before the remarkably dressed Detective Inspector. Hopefully only the first of a series of novels featuring Pluke.

(Reviewed by John: May, 1998) SUPERSTITIOUS DEATH by Nicholas Rhea, Constable, London 1998 ISBN 0 09 478620 8 The long-awaited second novel featuring the remarkable Detective Inspector Montague Pluke, who walks to work each morning clothed in a coachman's greatcoat with fitted cape, beige spats, bow tie, and of course a panama hat atop his fine head of hair. The discovery of a blonde and beautiful yet unidentified girl in a shallow grave near the small Yorkshire town of Crickledale gives our hero an opportunity to employ his unusual knowledge of superstitions to help solve the case. This book, though, is not all about solving a case. It's about the fascinating characters who inhabit Pluke's 'turf': the local inhabitants, the police, the suspects. Police procedures are as before detailed in full - in an entertaining manner. Ensure, though, that you read OMENS OF DEATH beforehand.

(Reviewed by John: August, 1998) For later ones, go to THE CAST (First four series) NICK BERRY came to fame as Wicksy, the Queen Vic barman in 'Eastenders', before clinching the lead in HEARTBEAT. Who could resist that smile? Nick also stormed up the pop charts with his first single, 'Every Loser Wins', back in 1986, so his performing the title song came naturally. The over-40s feel protective towards him, the younger ones find him cool, men find him pally, the type of bloke you'd be happy to share a drink with. You'd even trust him with your car keys. Strangely enough, or maybe because of this, Nick doesn't seem to rate cover stories in any of the local magazines. It's always Niamh who has her family details flashed repeatedly through the weekly periodicals. Stage actress NIAMH CUSACK was cast as Dr Kate Rowan, from all reports on the whim of Executive Producer Keith Richardson who felt that she and Nick Berry balanced each other perfectly. There certainly was a chemistry in the way these two people reacted when on screen together.

Niamh spent many months researching her role, working with doctors who practiced during the 1960s. Daughter to the late and great Irish actor Cyril Cusack, sister to Sinead, Sorcha and Catherine, Niamh wasn't too wrapped up in the clothes and music of the 1960s and felt that the writers had made her character out to be too serious. She put this down to Kate being a counter to Greengrass and Blaketon. It came as no surprise when she left the series. DEREK FOWLDS, alias Sgt Blaketon, is an actor well known to viewers of English shows the world over, due to his co-starring role in 'Yes, Minister' and the sequel, 'Yes, Prime Minister'. Derek IS Blaketon as portrayed in the original stories. Could you imagine any other actor in the part?

Derek gained an honours diploma at RADA where he trained 1958-1960 and once admitted that the person he would most like to meet was Jane Fonda, A Londoner, born September 2, 1937, Derek was also seen in 'Robin's Nest' and 'Edward the Seventh'. He also played the human partner of 'Basil Brush'! (Basil was a fox.) FRANK MIDDLEMASS, who appeared as Dr Alex Ferrenby will be remembered for his appearances in 'To Serve Them All My Days' (a 13-part TV series similar to the movie 'Goodbye, Mr Chips') and 'War and Peace'. BILL MAYNARD as Greengrass quickly polarized viewers, who either love him or hate him. In the original stories Greengrass was just one of many eccentric characters. For some reason he was selected for stardom and he has certainly fulfilled that role. Bill was born in Farnham, Surrey on October 8, 1928.

He moved to TV in a series called 'Great Scott - It's Maynard' (starring Terry Scott - wonder what ever happened to him?) and much later appeared in 'Coronation Street'. His first film appearance was in the movie version of 'Till Death Us Do Part'. See the scan of TV FUN ANNUAL above. heartbeat information,photo's and autographs The Police House The police house can be found approximately 70 miles away from Goathland, in the small picturesque village of Askwith alongside the river Wharf near Ilkley, West Yorkshire. It is actually situated opposite a pub called The Black Horse. However the camera work in Heartbeat makes it look as if its overlooking the moors in Aidensfield, and unless you knew otherwise you'd never guess that the house is filmed at a separate location. The house is privately owned and although interior scenes were shot on location originally, they now have reconstructed the interior and even a small section of the front of the house in studios located in Leeds. All of the more recent series have been filmed using these studios for inside scenes. The Police Station - Ashfordly The site of the police station can be found in the town of Otley, -West Yorkshire.

It actually was a real police station in past years. Again the interior shots are now filmed in reconstructed studios but during the early series the actual site was used. In the court yard outside the station, on screen you now see the small porch filled in with white board. This isn't the case in very early episodes. This is probably to over come the problem that whenever the door opens, from inside the ï¿½stationï¿½ you would see that it was in a studio, whereas when the real site was used the porch way is clear - there is no white board, and when characters enter or leave the station you used to be able to see the street outside! and from looking at the location, the building adjacent to the police entrance is the site they use for the outside of the court room. Aidensfield Village Goathland alias Aidensfield can be found in the North York Moors National Park, North Yorkshire, near Whitby. This is where the majority of the other locations can be found. The Aidensfield Arms Pub The pub that plays the Aidensfield Arms is really named The Goathland Hotel.

It can be found just up from the station on the left if you enter the village from the station end, or on the right hand side near the end of the village if you approach from the Pickering direction into Goathland . It is situated opposite the Aidensfield garage. Until recently they used the pub for the outside and interior scenes, but as the filming schedule grew in demand, it meant the landlord had to close too often to accommodate filming, so again studios were built to the exact replica. Signed pictures of the cast can be seen displayed in the snug and Heartbeat postcards can be purchased here. It is a cosy comfortable pub, especially as a log fire is very often ablaze giving a very warm welcome with a friendly atmosphere. There are many pictures on the walls of local history and traditions of Goathland. The Village Hall The village hall can be found in Goathland, just before the turn off to Beckhole. This is the site of many community events in Aidensfield and the actual site is still used at present for all the filming of scenes involving the hall - no studios are currently used.

On screen the hall looks a reasonable size, all mAnner of events are held here, including house auctions, talent competitions and village dances of all kinds and even a rest area for the victims of a train crash in series 3. But when you visit the site the hall looks surprisingly small - the effect of clever filming with many extras filling the hall gives the impression that it is a lot larger. It is in a quaint building that fits in well with the character of the village. Mostyns Garage This is the garage and funeral directors now run by Bernie Scripps in the show, but it originally belonged to Malcolm Mostyn the local mechanic. The sign - ï¿½Mostynï¿½s Garage and Funeral Directorsï¿½ is permanently on display outside the garage and all the filming still takes place on the actual site. The garage can be found opposite the Goathland Hotel. Many 1960ï¿½s cars and bikes are often parked around the garage a lot of which are often seen on screen, as are the 1960ï¿½s style petrol pumps.

Village Post Office and the Aidensfield Stores The stores in Aidensfield include: 'Aidensfield Stores', a village store , the Moors outdoor Visitor Centre and of course the Post Office, plus tea rooms, all of which are found on the main street in Goathland. This is Aidensfield Post Office the name Aidensfield stays up permanently) The Post Office was run by Blaketon during the later half of series 7 and throughout series 8. The inside of the post office has now been reconstructed in studios (Leeds) but the exterior shots are still filmed on site. During filming the windows are dressed with 1960's items. [back to top] Inside the Aidensfield Stores (which is now the permanent name of the shop) and also in the Post office, many Heartbeat souvenirs can be purchased, including T-shirts, key rings, videos, CDï¿½s, books, bookmarks, chocolate, fudge and even Greengrassï¿½ Ale! Also in these shops , signed photos and pictures of the cast can be seen but unfortunately most aren't available to buy.

Aidensfield Primary School This location featured in the series a lot from the end of series 5 - 7. It is where Nick first met Jo, and it being her place of work as a teacher at the school it became an ever more prominent location. The actual Goathland School site is used, which can be found just off the main road through Goathland if you take the side turning off near the car and coach park. It is the building with red railings (although during the first 7 series they were green) outside and a playground on the right. Juliette Gruber often has children from the school as her class in the show. Claude Greengrass' House This can be found (coming from the Pickering direction) on the right, leading into Goathland, just up from the church. From the outside it is surprising how recognisable it is - the garden outside with old farm machinery, sheds and caravans round the back make it look obviously like Claudeï¿½s place! From this site you really feel as of youï¿½ve just stepped into Heartbeat! However the interior shots have been filmed in a different farm house which is apparently very tidy from the outside!

(kind of vice verse from the house shown above which is used for exterior scenes) but inside the designers turn it into Claudeï¿½s home. Now studios are often used for interior shots. The Church The church used in the series is the church in Goathland. This can be found opposite the Mallyan Spout Hotel (where the cast sometimes stay) on the way into Goathland if you approach from the Pickering direction. This is the site of many poignant moments in Heartbeat, particularly Kateï¿½s funeral and Nick and Joï¿½s wedding which attracted Heartbeatï¿½s highest audience. Its not only external shot that are filmed here but also the interior scenes. It is a small picturesque church, very peaceful and blends in well with the surrounding countryside. One of the stained glass window is a picture of St.Aiden - which might have something to do with Aidensfield! Aidensfield Railway Station Goathland station plays Aidensfield station in the series. The station has featured a great deal in the programme, itï¿½s steam railway which is a popular attraction for visitors to the area plays an important part in Heartbeat.

It is often the method of transport the characters use to and from Aidensfield. Regulars like Nickï¿½s Mum and Auntie Eileen usually arrive by train, and guest artists also tend to turn up and leave via the train. Itï¿½s during Alex Ferrenbyï¿½s return journey from London one time when the train crashes in one episode (ï¿½Riderï¿½s of the Stormï¿½) making it one of the most dramatic episodes. Nick even finds himself chasing Claude driving a runaway train in ï¿½Weï¿½re all Allies Reallyï¿½! A dramatic episode in series 8 called 'Fire and Ashes' features the station in the emotional scene when Mike tells Maggie of Neil's death. The ticket office is also used in the show. On the opposite side of the track more Heartbeat merchandise can be purchased in the small station shop. Dr Ferrenbyï¿½s Surgery The house that is used for the surgery can be found on the corner of the village just after you pass the shops if you approach from the station end of the village. The surgery was originally run by Dr Ferrenby but Kate Rowan takes over when he retires.

The interior shots of the surgery were also filmed in this house - in fact visitors can stay there as the people who own it run a bed and breakfast. The house is called Glendale B&B. Kate, Neil and Tricia's Surgery Kate has her own surgery (series 4) after Alexï¿½s death. The location of this can be found not far from Ferrenby's surgery - its almost just across the road. It is the small house with a white door next to a wall very near to the bench and statue that is seen as the titles finish on the programme. During series 7 Neil Bolton takes over the village practice and in series 10 this position is assumes by Tricia Summerbee. Antique Rooms - Whitby This building in Whitby has featured many times in Heartbeat as an Antiques Dealers e.g. 'What the Butler Saw' series 7. During this episode Nick and Phil chase a con man butler to this building once they find out he had been stealing antiques from the houses in which he had worked.

The 'Antiques Dealers' is in Whitby and runs parallel with one of the main shopping streets called 'Skinner Street'Whitby often doubles as 'Ashfordly' in the series. Bed and Breakfast in Whitby You may recognise this B&B over looking Whitby as the place where Nick takes Kate for their wedding anniversary in series 2 'Secrets'. However things don't go according to plan when Kate objects to the unsuitable room Nick had accidentally reserved. She insists they return home. At the end of the episode Nick makes it up to her by taking her to a lavish hotel in beautiful grounds. (which looks very similar to 'Home Farm' in Emmerdale!). Cricket Grounds This cricket ground was featured in the episode 'Giving the Game Away' (series 6). In this episode Phil is playing in the cricket match as well as 'Erol' a guy Nick knew from a case in London. Erol is being victimised by a man who followed him to Aidensfield, so he stays on the field in public view for his own safety for as long as possible. He eventually runs off the field and is chased down an alley by the shops in the village where Phil and Nick break up the struggle.

The cricket field is situated just behind the Goathland Hotel which plays the 'Aidensfield Arms' Whitby Golf Club This is Whitby Golf Club - often referred to in the series, especially as Blaketon's main hobby is having a game of golf. This site is not always the course used but on the whole it features the most strongly. It is probably best known for the episode 'Gone Tomorrow' (series 5) where Alf has an encounter with a UFO! In this episode a triangular shaped mark is found on the golf course - evidence of visitors from another planet! Alf is badly affected by the experience but recovers with the help of hypnosis! The golf course can be found on the way out of Whitby heading towards 'Sandsend'. Approaching from this direction it is on your right overlooking the sea. Grosmont Station Grosmont Station sometimes features as if it was 'Aidensfield Station' (Although Goathland Station is the usual choice). Grosmont Station has the added extra of a level crossing which is sometimes featured in the series. For example this station appears as if it was in 'Aidensfield' as early as series 1 in the episode; 'Outsiders'.

In this episode Nick and Kate see a tourist notice about a famous waterfall beauty spot. Nick convinces Kate they should visit it and eventually goes as far as suggesting they take a tent and camp beneath the stars by the waterfall! Whitby Beach (Harbour) This is the beach sometimes featured in Heartbeat. You might remember it most from 'Bringing it All Back Home' series 3 - when many of the locals organise a bus trip to Whitby to hear Gina's singing debut in a club there. Nick and Kate walk across this beach as they discuss the future of their careers. Here they talk to a little girl whom they meet again on the pier (also seen here). From the pier Nick sees her Dad is drowning out at sea and runs for help to a phone near the bandstand. Saltburn Pier This is Saltburn pier where Mike goes to in series 8 'Forbidden Fruit'. In this episode he is is taken off a case due to romantic involvement with the the murder victim's sister Rachel. He stays in Saltburn for a few days at a B&B that Phil suggested - which doesn't prove as relaxing as he had hoped!

Gina also turns up at the Pier because she visits Saltburn for the day as she believes everyone has forgotten her birthday. Rachel turns up and becomes jealous when she see Mike with Gina and wrongly assumes she's his girlfriend. Mike just about stops Rachel from throwing herself off the end of the pier, just as he discovers it was she who committed the murder. Station Tavern Pub (Grosmont) This is the pub where Mike goes to in series 9 'Negative Vibes' when he thinks Jackie is having an affair and had been meeting another man here. It turns out she had been meeting a man who had been black mailing her for money in return for some photo negatives of her sister doing revealing modelling. Her sister wants the pictures to be kept private but the man is threatening to expose them. This pub is situated right next to the station in Grosmont. Other Locations Mentioned in the Series Whitby and Scarborough are often mentioned in the series, especially when referring to police head quarters or division. Whitby often being the place where some of the regulars go out in the evening, i.e. Gina singing in clubs or where Phil and Nick or Mike go out at night whether it be for pleasure or work.

Many lines of their police enquiries leads them to Whitby. Middlesborough, Leeds, North Alerton and York are also mentioned. Fictitious towns such as Ashfordly, Elsinby, Strensford and Eltering are also prominent and are incorporated as if they exist in the real life geographic area. Eltering is where children are evacuated to in the episode with the unexploded bomb - villages like this are often played by the nearby towns and villages like Pickering and Grosmont. It is the market in Whitby that doubles as Ashfordly Market Place. Whitby usually plays 'Ashfordly'. "Heartbeat" Reviews & Ratings - IMDb IMDb trailers and videos full cast and crew trivia official sites memorable quotes Overview 25 out of 26 people found the following review useful: gives those that were too young to remember the sixties a second chance from Adelaide, Australia 17 September 2003 If you were a young child living in England during any period of the 1960's, then this show is for you.

If you miss the sixties, the live sounds of The Beatles, Donovan, Dusty Springfield together with many cult bands in those times of magic when we felt like as if life took you beyond your dreams, then this television series will help you reminisce and relate to such times more than any other television show ( to my knowledge) that is set in that era which contains the British atmosphere. The plot and theme enriches much of the simple life of a Beautiful English country town somewhere in Yorke, initially focusing around the interaction of a local Bobby - Nick Rowan ( played by Nick Berry) with the characters that make up the village community. Nearly all of the characters play a unique and important role, creating a new and interesting episode which leads the viewer enticed to want more. The episodes are beautifully supported by background music made popular by artists of that era and sometimes earlier (as the title tune `Heartbeat' was made famous by Buddy Holly in the late fifties) all depending on the scenes, bringing the sixties as alive as possible. Every episode can be identified by it's title as most series are and each has it's own merit.

It would be next to impossible to comment on all of them here, but two particular episodes which have strongly impacted me were; firstly, when Dr Ferrenby (played by Frank Middlemass) departs the series during a fishing trip and gets swamped into the river by the waves of water. It is a very moving scene superbly supported by the background music`Windmills of your mind' (soundtrack to the original 1968 `Thomas Crown Affair') resulting in an exceptionally directed scene. The news is then conveyed to Dr, Kate Rowan (played by Niamh Cusack) who is a colleague of Dr Ferrenby where she is naturally devastated by the news. Dr. Kate Rowan (who later departs the series when she dies from Leukemia) is a beautiful and empathetic character full of charm which the community get to love, underpinning the village morale. The other impressive episode titled `Baby Blues' is again well directed and filmed with a lovely scenery of the beautiful greenery of the Yorke country landscape which is well blended with the background music `Catch the wind' made famous by Donovan back in 1965.

The echoes in this background music is well blended giving me goosebumps, hence giving a perfect sixties feel. This episode is one that demonstrates the teething problems that were associated with the typical stereotypes (highly contrasted to today) in the prejudices of judging a book by it's cover, where a group of hippies are accused by snobby upper middle class people for the disappearance of a baby. Cutting a long story short, it is the Hippies that eventually lead to successfully locating the missing baby. The snobby lady then swallows her pride with gratitude and wishes to offer them a reward, which they refuse to take, hinting to her that she had misjudged them. It is a powerful statement of the times which in turn is still valid by todays standards on a different platform Other characters include the the village Sargent, Oscar Blaketon ( brilliantly performed by Derek Fowlds) who is overly obsessed with catching in the act another semi-comedy scruffy couch potato character Claude Greengrass (brilliantly performed by Bill Maynard) who is one of the village petty rogues who has never being caught for any of his scams. Greengrass is always accompanied by his shaggy dog - Alfred.

It also has moments of comedy where one episode has Greengrass with his dog in the local pub and someone complains about fleas. Greengrass is immediately on the defence to claim that his dog is clean, but is soon corrected that it isn't the dog they were complaining about, but of him instead. The only unrealistic component of this series is that almost every episode that I am aware of has a crime occurring, making this Yorkeshire village one of the most unsafest villages in the world which would obviously not be the case. However, this is probably purposely plotted to avoid the series from tarnishing to boredom which is a nightmare faced by anyone responsible for maintaining successful ratings of any television series. This series have been running for some 10 years and naturally has changed so much in it's story lines with different characters coming and leaving the series, but the atmosphere and setting has remained unchanged. I have never seen anything like it as it is uniquely focused on a time and life that makes the show what it is and it is superbly cast and filmed. Was the above review useful to you?

18 out of 19 people found the following review useful: Fun program from Bristol, England 25 September 2003 "Heartbeat" is a brilliant nostalgic feel-good drama set in the 1960's. It mixes gentle story lines, beautiful scenery and hit music from the period to create a madly watchable program. Sure it is not ground breaking and certainly would not win any awards for creativity but it provides the perfect form of entertainment for a Sunday night. The light and easy to digest stories are just what anyone would want the night before an early morning start for work. What makes "Heartbeat" so good is the likeable characters and combination of humour and action. It doesn't take itself too seriously and never fails to have at least one scene were you couldn't fail to laugh or raise a smile. Even though it is on 24 times a year it hasn't deteriorated into just another soap like "The Bill" or "Where the heart is" with episodes made up of mainly stand-alone parts. It is deservedly the #1 drama on UK TV with 10 million viewers and even had a spin-off made in 2003 called "The Royle".

Was the above review useful to you? 17 out of 18 people found the following review useful: Enjoyable English 1960s nostalgia from Wellington 3 April 2004 This TV series manages to combine all the elements that make for a pleasant and at times absorbing hour in front of the TV - good varied characters, a range of occupations, although of course the policemen dominate, creative and simultaneously plausible story lines - usually one serious criminal occurrence and one lighthearted theme per episode - and all of it set in rural English village landscape (Yorkshire) which looks very nice and a contrast from urban Britain which I find mostly quite dreary and depressing. The 1960s seem a long time ago now, before Britain joined the EEC, when it still used non-decimal currency and imperial measurements, when it was still largely "monocultural", and when there were still steam trains. There are also those dinky British 60s cars, motorbikes and trucks that everyone gets around in, miniskirts and pop hits of the time on the soundtrack. What more could you ask for?

Another commentator says it screens in the UK on Sunday nights - here it has always screened early on Saturday afternoons which isn't exactly prime time, a pity. Was the above review useful to you? 22 out of 33 people found the following review useful: Used to be good but lost its way from England 27 July 2004 Heartbeat began with former EastEnders star (and wooden as my front door) Nick Berry as a London police constable who relocated to the North Yorkshire Moors in the 1960s. Based on Nicholas Rhea's real experiences of police life during that era, it was a worthy and authentic series that set out to address some of the pertinent issues of the time. Nick Berry's severe limitations when it came to expressing anything were compensated by the fantastic character performances of Derek Fowlds as tyrannical Sergeant Blaketon, William Simons as lazy, ageing Constable Ventress and Bill Maynard as local rogue Greengrass. Unfortunately, the show progressively suffered from a series of departures. The excellent Niamh Cusack, who played Berry's wife, left to be succeeded by a less capable actress as his love interest.

After about five years in the series, Nick Berry left. Berry's replacement, Jason Durr, was a better actor, but the writing was deteriorating and the series appeared to have run out of ideas. Two of the best characters were also replaced with very over the top and irritating substitutes; Bill Maynard left, to be replaced by Geoffrey Hughes and Derek Fowlds was replaced as Sergeant by Philip Franks. Four long years later, Franks was gone. Somehow, Ventress remained a serving officer, when he clearly looked too old by this time. Jason Durr left in 2003, to be replaced by young actor James Carlton, who has only lasted in the show for a year. These frequent changes in the cast have not helped the series. And Ventress is still there! How old does he have to get before they pension him off? Heartbeat was once a fine and relevant drama, but it is now just decorative fluff. I am told it still gets good viewing figures, but I can only assume that is due to the attractive countryside, smart police uniforms and classic cars. It can't be the scripts. Was the above review useful to you?

5 out of 5 people found the following review useful: I can't stop watching this! from Canada 28 June 2011 I can't believe I just heard about this show (right after it got cancelled!). It's the perfect show to just put on and relax - it's entertaining, light (with some exceptions, such as the episode in season 16 or 17 which includes a few moments of domestic violence), funny, and has a cast full of great characters. The show began with a focus on the star role, a police officer. As time went by, the show evolved to become less a story about him than a number of stories about the various people in the town (and how they interact with one another). All of the characters are played well by the actors and are all believable - including the characters who are included as pure comedy relief. Even when a police officer leaves town (and, therefore, the show itself), a new one comes in and is instantly likable. The stories are generally simple, such as the search for a missing watch (this was the episode which included the family violence). The story is rarely predictable, though, and even when it is, it's fun to watch the characters develop the storyline.

It's so easy to watch, I'll go through three or four a night sometimes - it's just like eating candy. I highly recommend this show to others. It's easily the most "watchable" show that I've ever seen on TV; just put it on, sit back and enjoy. Was the above review useful to you? 6 out of 7 people found the following review useful: A comfortable drama for a Sunday evening. from United Kingdom 17 August 2005 I have enjoyed Heartbeat since it was first screened 13 years ago, and it is still set in the 60's !! Most of the outdoor scenes are filmed in the small village of Goatland which is renamed Aidensfield. I Have been in the pub, the shops, the garage and on the train on a day trip!! The main police station is set in the nearest small town, the name of which slips my mind at the moment. Some scenes are set in the real seaside town of Whitby. Almost all of the cast have changed. I used to like Greengrass but is successors have been a bit too pushy for my liking.

One strange thing is that when Alf Ventress was in uniform , he had no medals on his jackets even though one episode was all about his war service in the marines. Was the above review useful to you? 7 out of 9 people found the following review useful: A familiar, lovable favourite from Australia 26 October 2006 "Heartbeat" is often criticized for its highly formulaic presentation and the fact that the makers no longer work to the realistic 1960s time-line. I can understand those concerns with the show, rolling my eyes at the fact that the show was first set in 1964 and has now been going about 14 years. However, I think the type of program "Heartbeat" is should be taken into account before giving this show the thumbs down and negative reviews. Basically, it is meant to be that warm, enjoyable, pleasant, family-friendly, predictable and lovable show that it has become over the last 13 years. With a mixed bag of some reality, some comedy, some drama and nothing is taken too seriously. I personally am glad they carry on making the show and did not stop after 6 years.

And I look forward to when 15 and 16 are shown in Australia! :-) Ohhh and I must say - I'm not much into cars, but I quite like seeing the '60s cars on screen, hearing the '60s music and the scenery that have all been significant aspects of the show's success. Was the above review useful to you? 6 out of 8 people found the following review useful: A good show Author: walfordqueen 6 November 2005 I've been watching Heartbeat for the past 7 years and have to say that it's a very gentle show. The show did suffer after losing the character of Greengrass but I like the way that things have picked up after a brief boring period. The character of Peggy is a bit tiresome but you can cope with her if you ignore the fact that she's supposed to be their latest replacement for Greengrass. I don't know how long this show can still continue to be set in the 60s for though when you consider the fact that soon the cast will begin to look much older than they were ten years ago. Overall it combines some great sounds of the sixties with some entertaining stories about crime.

Was the above review useful to you? 9 out of 14 people found the following review useful: As watchable as "Coronation St" from Victoria B.C. 19 December 2000 If you like Brit drama/comedy(or even if you don't, particularly) then you'll go for this ongoing prime-time soap opera set in an English country village - unlike the "Street" the accents render the dialogue comprehensible, so I cannot tell you the location. The characters are diverse, interesting, and believable. "Heartbeat"'s hero, an ordinary British bobby is neither Sherlock Holmes nor Dirty Harry...he simply gets the job, done, dealing with from poaching to blue murder through daylight robbery, as does the series,itself. The episodes are distinguished by low key writing resulting in high-key entertainment. I never discuss the acting in any given review, and sometimes wonder why other reviewers bother to. I assume that the cast in any production is performing splendidly. After all, if you're in the 4 % of the thousands of aspiring actors who actually make a living at their craft, you gotta be good! Was the above review useful to you? 3 out of 3 people found the following review useful: All good things...

from United Kingdom 15 March 2011 So Heartbeat is to leave us after so many years of memorable moments. Some will say it should have gone years ago but for millions it is as much of the furniture as the Sunday roast. Sure the story lines are a little far-fetched and the cast is barely recognisable from those group of people who we first welcomed into our homes in 1992 but the spirit of the show remains the same and the mix between drama and comedy is as alive as it was when Nick Berry first donned the motorbike and uniform. We need these type of shows on TV but sadly for the network bosses it's all about ratings and keeping things fresh for the young people and Heartbeat it seems does not meet this criteria. Was the above review useful to you? Page 1 of 3: Discover Goathland, A Charming Village In The Yorkshire Dales, England | Trip101 Discover Goathland, A Charming Village In The Yorkshire Dales, England Sarah j Posted Feb 01, 2016 The Yorkshire Dales is a pretty part of north-eastern England.

An area that can feel rugged and untamed or peaceful and calm, depending on your mood and the weather, you’ll find quaint stone villages (known locally as dales) amongst the rural landscapes and dramatic moors. An area with a rich industrial heritage and many places of natural beauty, one of the Yorkshire Dales’ most interesting villages is the charming Goathland. Stone buildings with plenty of character are dotted around the countryside village, and you may recognise some places from TV and even the big screen! Enjoy the olde-worlde vibe as you take a leisurely stroll The village of Goathland has a long history that dates back to around the Viking period (1st and 2nd century A.D.). A popular spa town during the 11th century, it attracted many people who wanted to bathe in the waters. The village today is filled with cute stone buildings, including the local parish church, traditional stores, and people’s homes. The buildings really complement the natural environment.

Sheep wander around the village, stopping to graze on fertile patches of grass, and stone fences (also known as dry-stone walls – walls that have been built with no cement or mortar to hold the stones in place) mark the boundaries between patches of land. Take a relaxed walk around the village, admire the well-crafted buildings, and pop into some of the local shops to pick up some souvenirs. Look out for items bearing the white rose of Yorkshire for something unique to this part of the country. There are several marked walking trails to enjoy too, showcasing the blend of nature and architecture. A fairly popular place for tourists enjoying village life and the surrounding beautiful scenery, Goathland enjoys easy access to the Pennines. The Pennines is a range of hills and mountains that offers wonderfully scenic hiking, biking, and driving. See our full list of recommended hotels in Goathland . See places that were used when recording the TV show Heartbeat Heartbeat was a popular British television series, filmed between 1992 and 2010, but set in the 1960s.

Centred largely around the lives and work of a small group of police officers, the show ran for 18 series, with a whopping 372 episodes. Goathland starred in the TV series as the fictitious village of Aidensfield. Many of Goathland’s buildings were used in filming, especially in the earlier series. Although studio replicas were used for many places in the later series, there were still many scenes shot in the village of Goathland. If you were a Heartbeat fan you will be delighted to recognise many landmarks as you explore the village. See the local convenience store, still used as a shop today, and pose for a picture outside Aidensfield Garage / Scripp’s Funeral Services. Now a gift and snack shop, the walls are still adorned with their signs from the show and an imitation petrol pump stands in the yard. See our full list of recommended hotels in Goathland . Call into the Goathland Hotel for a bite to eat and a drink Another Heartbeat connection, the quaint Goathland Hotel was known as the Aidensfield Arms in the TV show. It was a hotel and pub before, during, and after the popularity of Heartbeat.

Sit on chairs and at tables where the fictional characters put the world to rights and order your drinks from the same bar that you might have seen on your television screen. Whilst later episodes were filmed in a TV studio, earlier episodes were actually filmed inside the pub. Today’s visitors can enjoy a friendly welcome and all the ambience of a traditional English pub. If the weather is cold outside, grab a seat in front of the roaring open fire and thaw out in the cosy bar. Or, in the warmer months, relax outdoors in the lovely beer garden. There are also separate family rooms where kids are welcome. Sip on a pint of hand-pulled real ale whilst you ponder the tempting food menu. With options like fish and chips, steak and kidney pie, beef and Yorkshire pudding, hot sandwiches, a ploughman’s lunch (type of salad with cheese, pickle, and bread), and hearty bowls of steaming homemade soup, it might take some time to decide! Don’t miss other exciting options on the daily specials board too. See our full list of recommended hotels in Goathland . Visit Goathland Station for a possibly familiar sight Have you seen Goathland’s heritage railway station anywhere else before? You might very well have done, without realising.

A great place for fans of Harry Potter, it was used in the earlier movies as Hogsmeade Railway Station! Goathland Station is part of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, one of the most popular steam-train heritage railway lines in the whole world! Travelling through picturesque scenery, why not take a ride? Settle into a cosy carriage, complete with traditional wood panelling, and be captivated by the views as you chug through the North Yorkshire Moors. See our full list of recommended hotels near Goathland Station . Get out into the countryside and enjoy nature Venture to the outskirts of the village and you will find yourself gazing across vast expanses of open moors. The greens of bracken and grasses, the oranges and browns of the soil, and the purples of heather create a gorgeous vision of contrasts. Visit the tall Mallyon Spout, a 21-metre-high (69 feet) waterfall, and go nature spotting in the woods of Beckhole. Another fabulous place for nature spotting, the nearby Dalby Forest is perfect for walkers, hikers, and cyclists.

The shore of Staindale Lake is a top spot for a picnic – just remember to take all your rubbish away with you afterwards! Thrill-seekers can have a go at Go Ape, a high obstacle course through the treetops. Book your trip to Goathland and enjoy a taste of rural life.

Question: The TV series 'Heartbeat' was largely set in which fictitious Yorkshire village?
Answer: AIDENSFIELD