Following the news that filming for Call The Midwife season 10 has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak, the makers of the popular show have given fans something to look forward to. While they can't get actors in filming, they're doing what they can to prep for the next instalment.
But before we get to that - to recap, last week it was announced the upcoming 10th series was having to be put on hold.
"Very sadly, we have had to postpone the filming of this year's Call the Midwife Christmas Special and Series 10," a statement said.
"Our priority is the safety of our amazing cast and crew, and we don't believe that shooting at the current time is feasible or responsible.
"However, the moment the situation improves, the nuns and nurses of Nonnatus House will be back on their bikes, bringing babies and joy into your living rooms.
"We send our love to the worldwide Call the Midwife family, and look forward to being back in Poplar soon.
"On behalf of everybody at Call The Midwife, we wish you all good health," it concluded.
It's disappointing news for fans of the show, but makers of the programme have given us something to look forward to, as prep for series 10 is still happening.
"Our attitude is that isolation needn’t mean idleness! We’re ploughing ahead with all necessary and appropriate work to ensure that we’re ready to start filming as soon as possible," the show revealed on social media.
It shared two pictures of costume team member Jade Armstrong and art director Tamsin Ghandhi.
"Jade Armstrong (left) is one of our intrepid costume team for the next series – and a key lesson for any member of the Call the Midwife frock squad is to know exactly how to put on the iconic midwife’s uniform in the correct way. So, if one is self-isolating, what better way to learn than to put the uniform on yourself," the post read.
"Meanwhile, down in the workshops, our brilliant Art Director Tamsin Ghandhi (right) works alone to paint an important part of the set for a forthcoming episode story. We can’t tell you what it’s all about yet, but we’re all very excited!"
The programme makers reassured fans they're keeping safe and sent warm wishes.
"All necessary precautions are being taken for the safety of our wonderful team, but we have been deeply touched by the continued good spirit and enthusiasm of everybody involved. Our message to you all is to keep safe, keep your spirits up, and we’ll be back with you just as soon as we can," the post ended.
We can't wait to watch the series when it makes it return to BBC One.
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