Telly fans have a special appointment with the doctor for the next seven weeks at 9pm on Wednesdays. The GP, a tad grumpy it has to be said, will also see them one last time at Christmas.
Then that’s it. After 18 years, Doc Martin – an absolute tonic for viewers – will pack away his stethoscope and bag for good. Actor Martin Clunes has called time on the show so that it goes out on a high.
A sneak preview of upcoming episodes suggest that his mission is accomplished.
