All Creatures Great and Small has confirmed Tristan Farnon (played by Callum Woodhouse) will return for the upcoming two series of the Channel 5 show. Siegfried's (Samuel West) mischievous brother has been serving in the Royal Army Veterinary Corps and previously left in the Christmas special.

The James Herriot drama will return to shoot on location in Yorkshire for series five and six. Returning for the fifth series is Nicholas Ralph as vet James Herriot and Samuel West as his mercurial mentor Siegfried Farnon.

Anna Madeley returns as the matriarch of Skeldale House, Mrs Hall along with Rachel Shenton as the charismatic Helen Herriot. James Anthony-Rose also reappears as Richard Carmody.

Also returning is Patricia Hodge as the wonderfully sophisticated Mrs Pumphrey, and her adored pampered Pekingese Tricki.

The series will continue to bring the stories of James Herriot to life as the show return to Darrowby to rejoin the unconventional Skeldale Family and the colourful ensemble of farmers, animals, and townsfolk living in the Yorkshire Dales in the 1940s.

On the double series order, Paul Testar, Commissioning Editor, Drama, Channel 5 and Paramount+ said: "We're so pleased that All Creatures Great and Small will be returning to Channel 5 for two more series.

"The show has captured the hearts of our audiences and we are committed to bringing even more of James Herriot's unforgettable stories to our viewers. We can't wait to share this next chapter."

Sir Colin Callender CBE, Executive Producer and CEO of Playground went on: "Kindness and decency are increasingly rare qualities these days, so it is a blessing to be able to return to the sanctuary of Skeldale House and James Herriot's beloved characters who represent all that is the best in us.

"There are no villains in All Creatures - just everyday folk trying to get through the day with dignity with the help of a supportive community, family and friends. It's a lesson for modern times."

Susanne Simpson, Executive Producer for MASTERPIECE added: "It is such a joy to share the news of two more seasons of All Creatures Great and Small. The MASTERPIECE audience has come to treasure this heartwarming series.

"We're also particularly happy to welcome back Callum Woodhouse as Tristan to this incredible ensemble of actors."

All Creatures Great and Small will air on Channel 5.