A North East acting legend has been spotted filming a new detective drama in Northumberland.
Robson Green, known as an actor, singer and television presenter, is involved with the drama hailed as the 'new Vera'.
The Hexham native has been seen filming scenes of the new BBC series in a Northumberland town with a fellow acting legend from Coronation Street.
Robson Green is best known for his roles in the ITV series Soldier Soldier and Grantchester, as well as performing as one half of singing duo Robson and Jerome.
ITV concluded the much-loved hit drama Vera after 14 series, but The Northumbria Mysteries could fill the space left behind on television screens.
Robson stars as Joe Ruby and works to solve a catalogue of crimes on the Northumberland coast, with Oxford-educated DI Rose Connell.
In a classic odd-couple pairing, Joe and Rose combine their talents as they frustrate, confound and ultimately surprise one another while unravelling a series of compelling crime mysteries.
Locals spotted the actor in Morpeth in the last few days, reportedly at The White Swan and around the town along with Coronation Street star, Chris Gascoyne.
The Northumbria Mysteries will be produced by Lonesome Pine Productions, who are based in Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne.
Lesley Douglas, executive producer and co-founder of Lonesome Pine Productions, said: "We could not be happier to have Robson Green lead the cast and bring Joe Ruby to life, within the magnificent backdrop of Northumberland.
"Working with the BBC to realise these characters has been a labour of love."
Helen Munson, BBC commissioner for daytime and early peak, based in the North East, added: "What an exciting time for the North East! I am delighted to be working with such brilliant companies across the whole region - fantastic new drama The Northumbria Mysteries with Lonesome Pine, the BBC is committed to working with the world class talent this region has to offer."
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