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Have a look at the new EastEnders set as filming begins
3 years ago
A first look of the new EastEnders set has been released as filming begins on the soap.
The former Albert Square set was built in 1984 with an intention to be used for two years and was no longer âfit for purpose,â the BBC has said.
On Tuesday, filming commenced on the new and improved set, including in the famous Queen Vic, with scenes due to air in Spring 2022.
The investment in the BBCâs longest-running TV serial drama and wider BBC Elstree Centre will enable improved high definition for Walford fans.
It has also enhanced filming options, with EastEnders production now able to explore new areas on screen.
As a result, the soapâs writers, producers and directors will have greater freedom to drive further creativity.
Itâs a big day at BBC Elstree today as filming starts on the new EastEnders set. The ânewâ Walford allows production to explore new areas on screen giving us greater freedom to drive further creativity. We canât wait to see it on our screens in the next few months! #EastEnders pic.twitter.com/cYNI5UVosE
— BBC EastEnders (@bbceastenders) January 11, 2022
The serial drama returned to full-length episodes at the beginning of 2021 following a production break during the Covid-19 pandemic.