The Royal

The Royal

A spin-off from Heartbeat set in nearby Aidensfield, The Royal has proved a firm favourite with viewers, with an average of more than eight million people tuning into series six episodes. And there was plenty to keep them entertained. Dr Mike Banner (played by The Bill's Sam Callis) arrived as Dr Goodwin's replacement, but his maverick approach didn't impress Dr Ormerod (Robert Daws).

Elsewhere, hospital administrator Adam Carnegie (Robert Cavanah) was forging ahead with plans to build a new hospital wing � but there were soon doubts…

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Disaster causes real tears in The Royal

Disaster causes real tears in The Royal

Natalie Anderson has revealed how she was in real pain while filming disaster scenes for the new series of The Royal.

Jack Ryder quits The Royal Today before filming

Jack Ryder quits The Royal Today before filming

Former EastEnder Jack Ryder has quit new ITV1 drama The Royal Today before filming even started.

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British Soap Awards: Kym and Jack Ryder talk

British Soap Awards: Kym and Jack Ryder talk

Whatsontv.co.uk spoke to Kym and Jack Ryder, with ex-EastEnder Jack saying how weird it was going…

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