Here's How And When EastEnders Will Resume Filming

We revealed yesterday that the UK Government had given the green light for soaps like EastEnders and Coronation Street to resume filming, but we still didn't know when they would start.

As you already know, EastEnders films between 6 - 8 weeks in advance, with an average of 13 minutes of usable footage filmed per day, so when they do get back to business, it will probably be some time before we get back to four episodes per week.

It has been revealed today that EastEnders will resume filming at Elstree next month. BBC’s director of content Charlotte Moore, said: “I’m pleased to announce that we plan to begin filming again on both EastEnders and Top Gear by the end of next month,” explained in a blog post on the BBC website.

“We’re also exploring ways to restart filming on more dramas and other major BBC shows as soon as possible.”

 

“Of course, we will be working within government guidelines,” said Moore. “Crews will be strictly limited. Cast members will do their own hair and makeup. Social distancing measures will be in place.

“We want to serve our audiences and help TV production get back on its feet, but the number one priority will remain the safety and well-being of production teams and those who work with them.”

It has been suggested that cast and crew of the soap may be put into quarantine together, as well as undertake Coronavirus testing as they continue to work, although the BBC has not confirmed this.

EastEnders currently airs every Monday and Tuesday on BBC One.