Could you be the real-life Sidney Chambers? The search is on for a new priest in Grantchester

Could you be the real-life Sidney Chambers? Credit: ITV News Anglia

Millions of fans have followed Sidney Chambers in Grantchester on the small screen- well now there's a chance for you to follow in his footsteps.

The Cambridgeshire village made famous by the ITV hit drama is searching for its very own, real-life priest.

James Norton and Robson Green return to our screens next year Credit: ITV News Anglia

The Bishop of Ely in Cambs is looking to appoint a new priest in charge of the village church.

Actor James Norton plays the character of the vicar alongside Police Inspector Geordie Keating, who is played by Robson Green.

The ITV drama is filmed in the Cambridgeshire village Credit: ITV News Anglia

And while the job on offer may not be as adventurous, there have still been plenty of takers for the role in one of Cambridge's most picturesque parishes.

So what does the role include?

  • The job role would see you run the Church of Saint Andrew and Saint Mary in Grantchester, as well as St Mark's Church in Newnham.

  • Support in administrative and practical affairs, releasing you to be an effective leader, pastor and teacher.

  • Get involved with lively and enthusiastic church communities

  • Engage with people of all ages and all stages of faith

The deadline to apply for the job is the end of September Credit: ITV News Anglia

So if you fancy becoming the next Sidney Chambers applications close at the end of September. More details can be found on the diocese website.

Filming for the third series of Grantchester is set to begin in the next few months- and due to return back to the big screen next year.