BBC заказала второй сезон документального сериала «Секретный сад» с Дэвидом Аттенборо

Sir David Attenborough series Secret Garden has reportedly been recommissioned by the BBC. The natural history programme, which explored often-hidden wildlife found in back gardens across the UK, pulled in an average of 4.7 million viewers across its first run. According to Broadcast, the BBC has ordered a second series as the corporation looks to capitalise on the popularity of UK-based wildlife stories. The show is co-produced by A Real Bug’s Life indie Plimsoll Productions alongside The Open University. The first five-episode run explored the lives of animals like otters, badgers, hedgehogs, foxes, dormice and mine martens. Secret Garden was released around Sir David's milestone 100th birthday on May 8. Producer Bill Markham said at the time: "As Sir David Attenborough approaches his 100th birthday, having him narrate the series feels both momentous and deeply fitting. "The first question anyone asks when you’re making a wildlife programme is whether he’s involved - and for good reason. "Over the past seventy years, he has come to define the genre. "For many of us, his films were the spark that set us on this path, so working on Secret Garden at this moment feels particularly special." Bill explained how Sir David's involved "had a profound effect on the production". He added: "As a team, we’ve undoubtedly raised our standards, mindful that every frame and every line of script would be subject to his careful attention. "That knowledge alone has sharpened our focus and ambition. There’s also no denying the impact of his name. "It brings a level of visibility that is invaluable - especially for a series like ours." The five-episode series will cover Oxfordshire, Bristol, the Lake District, Wye Valley and the Western Highlands. Bill admitted a series focused on garden wildlife could appear "gentle or understated", but having Sir David on board helps. He said: "Audiences can expect not only insight and authority, but real drama. Even within a domestic setting, the laws of the wild remain very much in force. "At a time when wildlife gardening is becoming increasingly important for supporting struggling species, his voice carries particular weight. "If Secret Garden succeeds in encouraging people to rethink what their gardens can be, it will be in no small part due to his influence and enduring credibility."