There are said to be more changes on the way. <\/p>
The BBC is said to be updating the set of EastEnders<\/a>, with new development plans for filming locations on the way.<\/p>\n The Sun<\/a> reports that the long-running soap will be getting a new backlot stage alongside further locations, adding that bosses hope to add at least three more sets to the lot which housed the original Albert Square.<\/p>\n This includes a warehouse set, a parade of shops and some houses, as well as an area for nine shipping containers and a revamp for the park. Railings from the old set are to be used for the fencing, and the allotments are also to be expanded.<\/p> A source told the publication: \u201cBosses don\u2019t want the old set to go to waste when there\u2019s so much that can be done with it for Walford. It\u2019s going to open up the soap\u2019s world even more for more drama and more high-stakes storylines.<\/p>\n \u201cCoronation Street<\/a> and Emmerdale<\/a> both have huge sets and expansions and with this there\u2019s no danger EastEnders will be left behind.\u201d<\/p>\n The Sun added that BBC bosses have assured the local community that the land will not be sold off. \u00a387 million was spent on the new EastEnders set, which made its on-air debut in spring last year. The investment in Elstree Studios at the BBC has allowed for higher definition in filming, as well as giving the show the opportunity to broaden its space on-screen.<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong><\/p>\n A BBC spokesperson explained: \u201cThese plans are part of the continued redevelopment of the Elstree site and sit within the existing budget as set out in 2018.\u201d<\/p>\n