BBC procedural Granite Harbour gets a major Season 3 production update 

Granite Harbour is officially back in production, so fans of the rugged crime-solving duo of Aberdeen can finally breathe a sigh of relief. BBC and LA Productions have confirmed that season three is now filming in Aberdeenshire and other parts of Scotland.

The show will retain its classic format, directly addressing the cases in a short and punchy tone. It will once again air on BBC One, BBC Scotland, and iPlayer. Behind-the-scenes photographs have already been released, depicting stars Romario Simpson and Hannah Donaldson returning to their detective roles.

Granite Harbour Season 3 will consist of three one-hour-long episodes. The project is being headed by the same team that was in charge of the previous seasons, along with a team of writers who contributed to shaping the past stories of the show.

Filming of Granite Harbour kicks off

Granite Harbour is almost a personality itself, the creators consider Aberdeen and its surroundings a character in their own right. Season three is already being filmed in Aberdeen and other Scottish locations. BBC Scotland has verified the news, and crews have been spotted shooting on location.

The city’s appearance also contributes significantly to the show. The harbours, stone buildings, and suburbs give each scene its distinctive atmosphere. Glasgow and surrounding parts of Aberdeenshire are also part of the filming this time. That is to say, the new season of Granite Harbour is likely to be more balanced between broad, dramatic shots of the city and quieter, rural ones.

Some behind-the-scenes shots reveal that the two main actors still get along very well, which is good news for those who enjoy the blend of sharp crime-solving and character tension.

Story and cast of Granite Harbour

The new season of Granite Harbour retains the detective core of the show, as Romario Simpson reprises his role of Davis Lindo and Hannah Donaldson resumes her role as Bartlett, aka Bart, the leader of the Major Investigations Team. This time, however, they are presented with a tense and emotive case. The series opens with a mysterious murder in a traveller colony near Aberdeen. The deeper the team digs, the more of a mystery it becomes, with a cross-community romance underlying the concealed revelation of secrets.

This set-up shows that Granite Harbour is not just a series that solves crimes, but also explores the consequences—personal and social—that come along with them. The season three writing team includes familiar faces like Rob Fraser, Ciara Conway, and Jillian Mannion.

Audiences can expect a good mix of intriguing questions and human interest, combined with the team’s expertise. Returning characters such as Dawn Steele and Michelle Jeram will appear again, and new guest stars will also join. Initial indications are that these new characters will introduce fresh challenges and shed light on the decisions that the main detectives make.

What to expect

For fans, the fact that the Lindo-Bart partnership will have more time to grow and confront issues is welcome news. For the TV industry in Scotland, it is another large-scale project that highlights local crews, filming locations, and the support of Screen Scotland. Granite Harbour is one of the BBC’s broader initiatives to create more short, impactful dramas in Scotland, alongside popular series such as Shetland and Vigil.

BBC is reportedly planning to release the new episodes in 2026, although a premiere date has not yet been established. Since filming has already begun, fans can expect more updates about the schedule in the coming months.

Until then, you may follow BBC channels for production updates and teasers. What is certain is that the hardcore duo is back, cameras are rolling, and the streets of Scotland will once again provide the backdrop for Granite Harbour.

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