The BBC is hosting an exclusive preview in Cornwall of the first episode of the new series of Poldark.

The preview will be held at the Regal Cinema in Redruth on Tuesday, June 5, with stars of the show attending along with writer and executive producer Debbie Horsfield and Mammoth Screen executive producer Karen Thrussell.

Following the screening, there will be a questions and answer session with the producers as well as Eleanor Tomlinson (Demelza Poldark), Jack Farthing (George Warleggan), Luke Norris (Dwight Enys) and Christian Brassington (Ossie Whitworth).

Head of BBC South West Leo Devine said: ‘This exclusive screening is a real treat for fans of Poldark in Cornwall and we’re extremely excited to be welcoming some of the stars of the show to Redruth ahead of its premiere on BBC One. The region plays a starring role and I can’t wait to see what the new series has in store.’

In the new series, Ross Poldark (Aidan Turner) must defend Cornwall from an empowered George Warleggan, and risks everything he holds dear as he embarks on a political journey which takes him to the nation’s capital. Demelza finds her loyalties torn, Elizabeth tries to strengthen her marriage, Morwenna continues to be oppressed by her husband and the Enyses are tested as never before.

The screening will start at 7pm and fans who want to be in the audience can register for tickets via the BBC Shows and Tours website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsand tours/