5 Questions We Need Answered in All Creatures Great and Small Season 5

This autumn, viewers are eagerly awaiting the return to the Yorkshire Dales with the upcoming series of Channel 5’s heartwarming period drama, All Creatures Great and Small. The new season promises to bring more compelling stories and resolutions for the residents of Skeldale House.

When we left the Darrowby residents, James was still in training at the RAF base, and Helen was adjusting to her new role as a mom at Skeldale House. Meanwhile, veterinary student James, Siegfried, and Mrs. Hall were striving to manage the household during Tristan’s absence.

With the show heading into its fifth season, viewers are buzzing with anticipation and have several key questions they hope will be addressed in the new episodes.

One burning query is about the potential romance between Siegfried and Mrs. Hall. Are they just good friends, or is there a slow-burn romance developing? Since season one, fans have been enchanted by their growing bond. Now that Gerald is out of the picture—after Mrs. Hall ended their romance in the last season—this might be the perfect opportunity for Siegfried and Mrs. Hall to take their relationship to the next level.

However, actors Samuel West and Anna Madeley, who portray the characters, have remained tight-lipped about any potential romantic developments. When asked during a press event about a possible romance, both simply opted for a “No comment” stance, leaving fans to wonder and speculate.

The introduction of veterinary student Richard Carmody in season four added another layer of intrigue. He quickly became part of the family at Skeldale House, stepping in to help Siegfried during Tristan’s absence. But now that Tristan is returning to Darrowby, viewers are left to wonder what this means for Carmody, and whether there is room for both characters in the same household.

Adding to the tension is the fact that Helen, along with her baby Jimmy, has been residing in the attic since Jimmy’s birth. With James likely to make trips home from his RAF training and Tristan back in the fold, the family of three might need more space, raising questions about their future living arrangements.

Speaking of living arrangements, it is clear that Helen misses her father Richard and sister Jenny back at the farm. Now that Tristan is returning and James is busy with his RAF duties, could this be the right time for Helen to return to the farm? Alternatively, James and Helen might consider finding a new home altogether, making space for a growing family.

For fans of Tristan, the big question is whether he will reignite his romance with local barmaid Maggie. Before joining the Royal Army Veterinary Corps, Tristan had a budding relationship with Maggie. His return to Darrowby may bring the rekindling of this romance.

Another major point of speculation is whether Helen and James will have another baby. Dedicated viewers might already know the answer—James Herriot, the real-life inspiration for the series, had two children, James and Rosemary, born in 1943 and 1947 respectively. If the show follows this timeline, fans can expect Helen and James to welcome a second child, but the timing of this event remains a topic of curiosity.

While James and Rosemary were four years apart in real life, the show might not necessarily stick to this timeline, keeping fans eagerly awaiting each new episode to see how these storylines unfold.

Overall, the upcoming season of All Creatures Great and Small is shaping up to be an intriguing one, filled with relationship dynamics, new characters, and potential expansions for the beloved residents of Skeldale House.