Gavin and Stacey stars return to Barry Island for new show in major TV comeback

Gavin and Stacey stars Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb are reuniting for a brand new TV show.

Alison, 76, and Larry, 75, played Pam Shipman and Mick Shipman respectively on the show. It aired from 2007 to 2010, before returning for a Christmas special in 2019.

The pair will take a trip down memory lane with their new project Alison & Larry: Billericay to Barry, which will see the two actors make a road trip from Essex to Wales.

It references the primary locations in Gavin and Stacey, with the two titular characters in the popular comedy series having been from Billericay and Barry respectively.

Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb are reuniting for new documentary series Alison & Larry: Billericay to Barry (UKTV)

Alison and Larry will make the 210 mile journey from Billericay to Barry - which is referenced in the BBC sitcom - over the course of three episodes, set to air later this year.

It's been revealed that they will visit beauty spots in the countryside on their journey as well as locations that have an "intimate connection to them and Gavin and Stacey".

They are also set to take part in activities designed to "unleash their inner" Pam and Mick, and will get the chance to meet up with old friends from the sitcom along the way.

Alison said: "I can't wait to take this trip down memory lane to explore Pam and Mick's neck of the woods, as well as so many other locations precious to me. And who better to do it with than Larry! I'm so excited to be reunited".

They played Pam Shipman and Mick Shipman respectively on Gavin and Stacey (BBC)

Larry said: "I am really looking forward to reminiscing with Alison whilst taking the trip from Billericay to Barry, it was such a huge part in the plot of Gavin and Stacey."

The actor further commented: "This journey holds a special place in my heart and I hope the fans are pleased with it."

The new show has been commissioned for UKTV and will be produced by RDF West. Fiona Gay, one of its executive producers, teased that there will be "plenty of laughs, insightful memories and no doubt a few sing alongs".

Alison & Larry: Billericay to Barry will air on Gold later this year.

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