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Balamory Toys, Games, Books and DVDs
What's the story in Balamory?
Balamory was a wonderful kids TV show, made between 2002 and 2005 and shown on BBC 1, 2 and CBeebies. It was shown on CBeebies until 2016.
Set on the fictional Scottish island of Balamory it featured the lives and antics of the residents, including Nursery boss Miss Hoolie, PC Plum, bus driver Edie McCready, local eccentric inventor Archie, painter Spencer, Susie Sweet and Penny Pocket who ran the local cafe and shop and Josie Jump, sports enthusiast.
If you want to watch Balamory, there are a few episodes available (unofficially) on YouTube, however to see any others, you will need to get hold of a DVD or VHS (yes, really).
The Balamory section of the BBC website is still available to view here.
Many people who are fans of the axed (BOO!) Balamory want to visit the town itself, so if you are one of those people, here is what you need to know.
Balamory is filmed in Tobermory (bonus for Wombles fans) on the Isle of Mull, Scotland. Explore Tobermory has maps of the island telling you where all the houses in the show can be found. The main part of the website for Tobermory gives information on travelling to the Isle of Mull.
Balamory Toys are really difficult to track down these days, however it is still possible to buy Balamory DVDs and Balamory Books, as well as a Balamory PC game.
However to be honest your best bet is to check out eBay, Schpock or your local Facebook Marketplace listings, as although these items are no longer made, secondhand items are available on a regular basis.
Sadly the last time the Balamory Annual was published in 2007. Filled with stories, activities and games and it's packed with information about all your favourite Balamory characters. Plus, there's a mini adventure to read.
You can find used copies it at Amazon.co.uk, along with the 2006 annual.
Balamory - Days Out DVD
This DVD has three episodes of Balamory on it - Big City, where Archie takes his nephew on to the big city, and calls on PC Plum to give him some advice on how to cross the road safely - Beach Ball, where Josie Jump wants to go to the beach but needs Edie's help as her ball has a puncture - Sailing, where PC Plum needs Josie's help to take Miss Hoolie on a promised sailing trip. Find it at Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.com, along with many other DVDs including the Christmas Special which was not shown on TV.
BBC Balamory PC Game
This PC game features 5 great games and activities, Balamory video clips and a number paint pack featuring the characters, themes and locations from the programme. For Windows Me / 98 / XP and above. From Amazon.co.uk.
If you are planning a trip to scotland to visit the country that Balamory is set in, here are Best Family Holiday Parks in Scotland. You can find a budget holiday in Scotland that all the family will love!