Poldark's Mr Darcy moment, sort of: Aidan Turner wades through the shallows as he chases Eleanor Tomlinson along a Cornish beach as on-screen lovers film new series

By Becky Freeth for MailOnline

Published: 11:15 EST, 3 March 2016 | Updated: 03:20 EST, 4 March 2016

Fans have eagerly been awaiting the return of the captivating BBC One drama.

But it seems trouble could be brewing for handsome hero Captain Ross Poldark and his loyal wife Demelza in the upcoming series since Aidan Turner and his on-screen love interest Eleanor Tomlinson were spotted shooting an explosive scene on Thursday.

Filming got underway for the second season of the hit programme in windy Cornwall, with the sandy beach at Holywell Bay providing a beautiful yet bleak backdrop for their lovers' tiff.

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Trouble in paradise? Ross Poldark and Demelza's marriage could be in trouble since Aidan Turner and Eleanor Tomlinson were seen filming a lovers' tiff on the beaches of Cornwall on Wednesday as filming resumed for Poldark series two
Beautiful backdrop: The duo were filmed on the stunning windswept beaches

Trouble in paradise? Ross Poldark and Demelza's marriage could be in trouble since Aidan Turner (L) and Eleanor Tomlinson (R) were seen filming a lovers' tiff on the beaches of Cornwall on Wednesday as filming resumed for Poldark series two

Runaway bride! Aidan was seen chasing his on-screen wife Demelza along the water's edge, locked in a heated war of words 

Runaway bride! Aidan was seen chasing his on-screen wife Demelza along the water's edge, locked in a heated war of words 

Poldark could be seen chasing his devoted wife Demelza along the water's edge, gesticulating wildly as he attempted to plead with her.

The flame-haired beauty strode on ahead, her gorgeous crimson gown billowing in the wind as she paced through the surf.

Eleanor removed her burgundy boots as she paced up and down the beach, her elegant, scoop-neck dress trailing in the water.

Back in costume: Eleanor was clad in a beautiful 18th century gown while Aidan was back in his dapper attire
Back in costume: Eleanor was clad in a beautiful 18th century gown while Aidan was back in his dapper attire

Back in costume: Eleanor was clad in a beautiful 18th century gown while Aidan was back in his dapper attire

Emotional: In the heat of the moment, it seems Demelza didn't realise her gorgeous gown was soaked up to the knee
Emotional: In the heat of the moment, it seems Demelza didn't realise her gorgeous gown was soaked up to the knee
Emotional: In the heat of the moment, it seems Demelza didn't realise her gorgeous gown was soaked up to the knee

Emotional: In the heat of the moment, it seems Demelza didn't realise her gorgeous gown was soaked up to the knee 

Wading in! The on-screen couple giggled as they walked further out to sea, getting completely soaked in the process

Wading in! The on-screen couple giggled as they walked further out to sea, getting completely soaked in the process

Not giving up: Ross Poldark appeared to be racing through the surf in a bid to talk to Demelza
Not giving up: Ross Poldark appeared to be racing through the surf in a bid to talk to Demelza

Not giving up: Ross Poldark appeared to be racing through the surf in a bid to talk to Demelza 

Intimate chat: Aidan and Eleanor filmed a tense discussion as the camera crew crowded around 

Intimate chat: Aidan and Eleanor filmed a tense discussion as the camera crew crowded around 

Clad in a grey waistcoat and smart overcoat, Aidan's character looked dejected as a visibly upset Demelza left him standing on the beach alone.

Earlier in the day, the Irish hunk was seen shooting dramatic solo scenes, revealing that his alter-ego had fallen on hard times.

Appearing handcuffed in the middle of the countryside, Poldark hasn't managed to escape the law, who seemingly detained him at the end of Series One. 

Uncomfortable: The duo were complete professionals, braving the freezing cold water in their costumes 

Uncomfortable: The duo were complete professionals, braving the freezing cold water in their costumes 

Beautiful backdrop: The windy Cornish coast provided a visually stunning setting for the exciting scenes 

Beautiful backdrop: The windy Cornish coast provided a visually stunning setting for the exciting scenes 

Red hot: Eleanor's elegant, scoop-neck dress boasted a full skirt and intricate embroidery on the bodice
Red hot: Eleanor's elegant, scoop-neck dress boasted a full skirt and intricate embroidery on the bodice

Red hot: Eleanor's elegant, scoop-neck dress boasted a full skirt and intricate embroidery on the bodice

Still together? Fans left the couple in turmoil at the end of the first series

Still together? Fans left the couple in turmoil at the end of the first series

Pensive: The actor gave his usual, moody facial expressions as he was filmed

Pensive: The actor gave his usual, moody facial expressions as he was filmed

Perfect shot: The weather conditions may have been dry, but the drew needed some extra help on the lighting front

Perfect shot: The weather conditions may have been dry, but the drew needed some extra help on the lighting front

Eleanor seemed to be battling the weather conditions as she fought with her heavy costume; her long tresses and billowing top layers blowing around in the breeze.

One of the crew members, sensibly-dressed in a padded jacket, rushed over to assist the 23-year-old actress as she suffered for her work on the hilly landscape.

Aidan was having a few troubles of his own as he stood in shackles, unable to adjust his flapping jacket tails. 

Shackled: Earlier in the day, Aidan was filmed in handcuffs in a windy Cornwall for the new second series of Poldark
He's back! Aidan's admirers will no doubt be excited to see him return later this year

Shackled: Earlier in the day, Aidan was filmed in handcuffs in a windy Cornwall for the new second series of Poldark

Blown away: Eleanor Tomlinson was there as Demelza, similarly being blown about on a breezy day in the countryside

Blown away: Eleanor Tomlinson was there as Demelza, similarly being blown about on a breezy day in the countryside

Handcuffed: Fans will remember that the character was arrested at the end of the last series

Handcuffed: Fans will remember that the character was arrested at the end of the last series

Capturing new scenes: The second series is well under way, after the last one ended in April 2015

Capturing new scenes: The second series is well under way, after the last one ended in April 2015

Yikes: She looked frozen as they filmed outdoors
It's windy! Her skirt was certainly hard to handle

Freezing: The redhead battled with her heavy, billowing period costume on the day

Keeping her warm: She covered up with a warm top layer to stop her freezing in the outdoors

Keeping her warm: She covered up with a warm top layer to stop her freezing in the outdoors

Brrr! A make-up artist and member of the crew battled to keep Eleanor warm

Brrr! A make-up artist and member of the crew battled to keep Eleanor warm

While it's unclear what Captain Poldark was being reprimanded for, fans of the first BBC One series will know that he previously spent three years in the army to avoid charges of smuggling.

Though he served his time and abandoned his sweetheart, Elizabeth (played by Heida Reed) to fight in the American War of Independence. 

He was also seen being taken away to Truro jail by a sergeant at the end of Series 1 on a charge of theft and murder - the likelihood being that George Warleggan had snitched on him. 

The final episode of the first series aired in April 2015, leaving fans guessing about Demelza and Ross' welfare, following the loss of their daughter Julia. 

Elizabeth actress Heida proved that her part in the second season filming wrapped on Tuesday when she posted a clapboard snap with the caption: 'It's a wrap for Elizabeth on series 2!!!' 

Television hunk: Aidan achieved overnight fame with his smouldering good looks

Television hunk: Aidan achieved overnight fame with his smouldering good looks

Moody: He was capturing stills for the day too, no doubt ready for promo on the second series

Moody: He was capturing stills for the day too, no doubt ready for promo on the second series

Warm enough? A large group were needed to capture seaside scenes in Cornwall

Warm enough? A large group were needed to capture seaside scenes in Cornwall

Feeling the chill: He squinted in the wind
Passion: It was a long day by the coast

Did we get it? He watched parts of the action back in order to make sure his work was at its best

Perfect conditions: With the sunlight just kissing his face, it was the perfect outdoor conditions for a photoshoot

Perfect conditions: With the sunlight just kissing his face, it was the perfect outdoor conditions for a photoshoot

Helping hand? There was always someone on hand to help the young actress

Helping hand? There was always someone on hand to help the young actress

I'm here! With the crew were wrapped up warmly, Eleanor suffered for her work

I'm here! With the crew were wrapped up warmly, Eleanor suffered for her work

Well-loved: She was obviously a well-loved character to have around and shared banter with her colleagues

Well-loved: She was obviously a well-loved character to have around and shared banter with her colleagues

Captain Pold-lark! Sharing some fun snaps of her last day on the set on Tuesday, Icelandic beauty Heida Reed - who plays Elizabeth - and posed up a storm with co-star Aidan

Captain Pold-lark! Sharing some fun snaps of her last day on the set on Tuesday, Icelandic beauty Heida Reed - who plays Elizabeth - and posed up a storm with co-star Aidan

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