UK TV Gold aired the first episode of new sitcom Newark, Newark at 9pm on Monday (March 28). The three-part show is set in the town of Newark-on-Trent where the show's director, Nathan Ford, is from.
The 40-minute episodes follow the story of Maxine, a chip shop owner played by Morgana Robinson, who is coming to terms with her divorce while looking after her son, Leslie. Other recognisable stars in the cast include Mathew Horne, who grew up in Burton Joyce and starred in Gavin & Stacey, and Beverley Callard from Coronation Street.
There was much excitement from locals as the cast and crew were spotted all over the town filming scenes over the past few months. While viewers were eager to spot some of the more recognisable landmarks in different episodes, there was some criticism of the stars' interpretation of a Newark accent.
