ONE OF television's most beloved sitcoms has finally completed filming for its much anticipated Christmas special.

The cast and crew of Gavin and Stacey have been spotted filming in Barry, Dinas Powys and Barry in the Vale for much of the last few months with thousands of people excitedly awaiting the Christmas special.

Stars James Corden, Larry Lamb and Ruth Jones waved to their fans (Image: Fran Kirkby) Written by co-stars Ruth Jones and James Corden, who play on-off again couple Smithy and Nessa in the show, Gavin and Stacey has become one of the true jewels in Wales' television crown.

People up and down the country have been eagerly awaiting the release of this year's festive special, years after the original series ended, with dozens of eager fans........

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