Fans left very excited following All Creatures Great and Small trailer

Ahead of this month's release of All Creatures Great and Small series seven, Channel 5 have now confirmed the release date for the popular series and released a trailer. Following the first look photos, we now know we can expect the series in a couple of weeks.

Based on the James Herriot’s much-loved books, which also spawned the long-running TV series between the 70s and 90s, the show is now 5’s most successful drama series and will return on 17th September 2026.

What is series 7 about?

A synopsis for series seven reads: ‘Series 7 of All Creatures Great and Small returns viewers to the beautiful Yorkshire Dales in 1946. With the war finally over, Skeldale House is full once again and livelier than ever as our beloved characters reunite under one roof and look ahead to a hopeful new chapter.

'James is excited about new developments in veterinary medicine, but a new vet in the area threatens the status quo. The world at large may be changing, but inside this slice of Yorkshire, the Dales will always offer the same perfect escapism. Packed with warmth, humour and community spirit, the series brings more heartwarming tales of people and animals alike.’

Is there a trailer?

Yes, the trailer was released on Thursday 3rd September and gives fans an insight into what to expect. The trailer left very fans excited with one writing: 'So happy my favourite TV series is back for another season. Wonderful actors, and characters that are so relatable.'

Another commented: 'It's A Must Watch.'

Who is in the cast?

Series seven sees many of the cast returning, including:

Nicholas Ralph (James Herriot)

Samuel West (Siegfried Farnon)

Anna Madeley (Mrs Hall)

Rachel Shenton (Helen Herriot)

Callum Woodhouse (Tristan Farnon)

Patricia Hodge (Mrs Pumphrey)

Tony Pitts (Richard)

Imogen Clawson (Jenny)

Maimie McCoy (Dorothy)

Gaia Wise (Charlotte)

Mollie Winnard ( Maggie)

New for series seven, Caolan McCarthy (Belfast, Cyrano De Bergerac: the RSC) will play the new rival vet Granville Bennett. Caolan will also be joined by a host of new actors who have yet to be announced.

When will series 7 air on TV?

It has now been revealed that series seven will arrive on Thursday 17th September 2026, at 9pm.

How many episodes are there?

There will be six 60-minute episodes along with a Christmas special.

How to watch All Creatures Great and Small

Series one - six are now available to watch on 5.

Will there be an eighth series?

Yes there will, back in November 2025 series seven and eight were announced. At the time, Greg Barnett, Commissioning Editor, 5 said: "All Creatures Great and Small is a jewel in 5’s drama crown and continues to delight viewers year after year. Its warmth, humour and heart, set against the beauty of Yorkshire, have made it a firm audience favourite. We’re thrilled to extend its future with two more series, with many new stories still to tell and more unforgettable adventures ahead for our Skeldale family."

Take a look through the first look from All Creatures Great and Small series 7:

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