Duration
50 minutes
Series Info
Season 14 Episode 11 of 26
Quick Summary
Part one of two. A new doctor arrives in Aidensfield
About This Program
First of a two-part storyline. Jenny's life starts to spiral out of control and begins to affect her work, leaving Dennis and Liz facing difficult decisions. New doctor Helen Trent arrives in Aidensfield with her wealthy husband Matt, hoping to make a fresh start, but finds it hard to adjust to the slow pace of life in the country. Sophie Ward joins the regular cast, including Sarah Tansey, Duncan Bell and Aislin McGuckin
Heartbeat broadcasts on Virgin Media Three at 7:05am, Thursday, 1 January 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)
Channel Numbers:
Sky116
Production Details
Runtime50 mins
DirectorGerry Mill
Cast & Crew
GM
Gerry MillDirector
AT
Archie TaitProducer
CD
Candy DenmanWriter
SH
Stacey Heywoodas Lisa Burrows
AM
Aislin McGuckinas Dr Liz Merrick
DF
Derek Fowldsas Oscar Blaketon
WS
William Simonsas Alf Ventress
RW
Robert Whelanas Mr Lloyd
SM
Simon Molloyas DI Shiner
ST
Sarah Tanseyas Jenny Merton
SW
Sophie Wardas Dr Helen Trent
WS
William Snapeas Jeff Lloyd
TP
Tricia Penroseas Gina Ward
MJ
Mark Jordonas PC Phil Bellamy
GH
Geoffrey Hughesas Vernon Scripps
JK
Jonathan Kerriganas PC Rob Walker
CN
Conrad Nelsonas Mr Lewis
OM
Oliver Montgomeryas Matthew Trent
RL
Richard Linternas Ben Norton
VH
Vanessa Hehiras Rosie Cartwright
DB
Duncan Bellas Sgt Dennis Merton
PB
Peter Bensonas Bernie Scripps
DL
David Lonsdaleas David Stockwell
DC
David Crellinas DS Harry Rankin
KR
Keith RichardsonExecutive-producer