VERA is thought to be back filming in and around Tynedale.

It is believed new scenes are being shot for the hit, ITV programme in Hexham and Stocksfield this week.

A source told the Courant that Vera is being filmed in Guessburn, Stocksfield, on Thursday on the green, outside one of the houses and around New Ridley Road with the storyline reportedly following a murder committed at Stocksfield train station.

The region's favourite detective DCI Vera Stanhope, played by Brenda Blethyn, has filmed in locations such as Maften, Blanchland and Corbridge in the past.

The crime drama, based on books by Ann Cleeves, first hit the screens in May 2011 and has grown in popularity ever since, with large audiences tuning in to the North-East-based series.

ITV, who told the Courant they could not confirm filming locations ahead of time, announced filming had begun for the 12th series in March 2022. It is scheduled to air in 2023.

If you spot any camera crews, send your pictures to:georgia.langdon@newsquest.co.uk