BBC’s popular Aberdeen-set crime drama is making a comeback. Real Madrid vs Mallorca may dominate football headlines. Granite Harbour dominates Scottish drama headlines. The third series began filming in September 2025 and will premiere on BBC Scotland, BBC One and BBC iPlayer in 2026 [citation:1]. Steve Smith chases cricket records. Granite Harbour chases crime drama excellence. Here is everything you need to know about the cast, plot and where to watch.
What is Granite Harbour?
Granite Harbour is a BBC crime drama series set in Aberdeen, Scotland [citation:5]. The show follows Davis Lindo, a former Royal Military Police sergeant who joins Police Scotland through a training scheme for Commonwealth soldiers [citation:4]. He partners with DS Lara “Bart” Bartlett to solve complex cases in the granite city [citation:10].
The series first premiered on BBC Scotland before airing across the UK on BBC One [citation:5]. It has been praised for its unique setting and compelling characters. The show joins other hit BBC series from Scotland including Shetland, Vigil and Rebus [citation:7].
Granite Harbour Season 3: Latest News
The BBC announced the return of Granite Harbour for a third series in March 2025 [citation:6]. Filming began in September 2025 across Aberdeen, Glasgow and other locations in Scotland [citation:1]. The new three-part series is expected to premiere in 2026.
The show is made by LA Productions for BBC Scotland, BBC One and BBC iPlayer [citation:1]. Executive producer Gavin Smith of BBC Scotland expressed his excitement: “We are delighted to be bringing Davis and Bart back in what I’m sure will be their toughest test yet” [citation:6].
Granite Harbour Season 3 Cast
The main cast members are returning for the third series [citation:1][citation:6]:
Romario Simpson as DC Davis Lindo
Simpson leads the show as the Jamaican-born former soldier turned detective. He has previously appeared in Django, Riches, Small Axe and Andor [citation:1][citation:5]. Simpson shared his excitement: “It’s great to be back in Scotland filming Granite Harbour and stepping into Lindo’s shoes again” [citation:1].
Hannah Donaldson as DCI Lara ‘Bart’ Bartlett
Donaldson plays Lindo’s partner and supervisor. She is known for roles in Crime, Payback, The Crown, Shetland and Annika [citation:1][citation:2]. “Aberdeen has a very special place in my heart,” Donaldson said. “I can’t wait to share the new series with our audiences” [citation:1].
Dawn Steele as DCI Cora MacMillan
Steele returns as the head of the Major Investigations Team. She is best known for Monarch of the Glen, Wild at Heart, River City and Holby City [citation:2][citation:5].
Michelle Jeram as DS Simone ‘Monty’ Montrose
Jeram plays the team’s data expert. She has previously appeared in Liar and EastEnders [citation:2].
New Guest Cast for Season 3
Several new faces will join the series [citation:1]:
- John Gordon Sinclair (Traces, Gregory’s Girl) as Chief Constable Graeme Willis
- Ellie Haddington (Motherland) as Rose Gough
- Alastair Mackenzie (Vigil, Monarch of the Glen) as Richard Loughty
Mackenzie reunites on screen with Monarch of the Glen co-star Dawn Steele two decades after the beloved series ended [citation:1].
Granite Harbour Season 3 Story: What to Expect
The third series sees Lindo and Bart investigate a suspicious death in the travelling community at an estate on the outskirts of Aberdeen [citation:1][citation:6]. As the investigation unfolds, the pair must navigate a complicated cross-community romance which unearths a troubled past [citation:1].
The new series is written by Rob Fraser (Tell Me Everything, Tin Star), Ciara Conway (Whitstable Pearl, Holby City) and Writers’ Guild of Great Britain award-winner Jillian Mannion (River City, Death in Paradise) [citation:1][citation:6].
Granite Harbour Season 2 Recap
Season 2 of Granite Harbour aired in May 2024 [citation:9]. The season followed two interconnected cases. The first involved a drug kingpin named Grace McFadden whose fixer turned up dead. The team discovered a new cocaine and ketamine compound flooding Aberdeen’s streets [citation:5][citation:9].
The second case followed Mariam, a pregnant stowaway who claimed her partner was killed on their journey across the sea. Lindo investigated a Norwegian cargo ship called the Stolthet whose crew behaved suspiciously [citation:9]. The season also explored Lindo’s strained relationship with his estranged father Grantley, who arrived from Jamaica for a visit [citation:9].
Where to Watch Granite Harbour
All episodes of Granite Harbour are available on BBC iPlayer in the UK [citation:1][citation:9]. The series has also been sold to international broadcasters. BritBox International holds rights in the US and Canada. Acorn TV carries the series in Australia and New Zealand [citation:8].
In Europe, BBC First broadcasts the series in the Netherlands, Belgium and Poland. TV2 Denmark and TV2 Hungary have also acquired the show [citation:3][citation:8].
Full Granite Harbour Cast List
Here is the complete main cast across all seasons [citation:2][citation:5][citation:9]:
- Romario Simpson as DC Davis Lindo
- Hannah Donaldson as DCI Lara ‘Bart’ Bartlett
- Dawn Steele as DCI Cora MacMillan
- Michelle Jeram as DS Simone ‘Monty’ Montrose
- Bhav Joshi as DI Jay Mallick
- Lesley Hart as Grace McFadden
- Sam Garioch as Duncan McFadden
- Patrick Robinson as Grantley (Lindo’s father)
- Søren Malling as Captain Nielsen
- Christopher Rygh as Axel Berg
- Afsaneh Dehrouyeh as Mariam Faraki
Filming Locations
Granite Harbour is filmed on location in Aberdeen and across Scotland [citation:1][citation:6]. The city’s distinctive grey granite architecture gives the series its name. Filming also takes place in Glasgow and various Scottish locations [citation:1].
The production team has praised Scotland as “a real gem” and a place they have “really come to love” [citation:6]. The series showcases the beauty of Aberdeenshire alongside its crime drama storytelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will there be Granite Harbour Season 3? Yes. The BBC announced the third series in March 2025. Filming began in September 2025. The series is expected to premiere in 2026.
Who plays Lindo in Granite Harbour? Romario Simpson plays DC Davis Lindo. He is known for Django, Riches, Small Axe and Andor.
How many episodes are in Granite Harbour? Each series consists of three episodes. Both Season 1 and Season 2 had three parts. Season 3 will also have three episodes.
Is Granite Harbour on BBC iPlayer? Yes. All episodes are available to stream on BBC iPlayer in the UK.
Where is Granite Harbour set? The series is set in Aberdeen, Scotland. The city is known as the Granite City because many buildings are made from local grey granite.
To Get More Entertainment Insights Click On
Real Madrid vs Mallorca 2026: La Liga Title Chase Continues as Arbeloa’s Men Eye Crucial Away Win
Steve Smith 2026: Test Cricket’s Modern Genius Closes in on 10,000 Runs as New Records Fall
Omaze UK 2026: Latest House Draw Winners, Million Pound Superdraws, and How to Enter
Back Market UK: Best Refurbished Phone Deals and Discount Codes 2026
To Get More Info: Derbyshire Daily