Balamory Returns: Miss Hoolie Reads Story Ahead of Comeback

Julie Wilson Nimmo, the actress behind the beloved character Miss Hoolie from Balamory, will read a CBeebies Bedtime Story this Friday. The reading of 'People Need People' by Benjamin Zephaniah highlights themes of friendship and mutual support. This special appearance coincides with the highly anticipated return of Balamory to screens on April 20th, exactly two decades after its initial broadcast. The new series will consist of two seasons, each with ten episodes, and will include familiar faces from the original cast. Miss Hoolie joins a prestigious list of celebrities who have previously read for CBeebies Bedtime Story, including Sir Elton John and Harry Styles. The original programme, famous for its catchy theme tune, has maintained its popularity, with episodes being uploaded to BBC iPlayer in 2022 to celebrate its 20th anniversary.