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Episode 7

Costume drama. The locals are rehearsing for a production of St George and the Dragon when they hear rumours that Sir Timothy has returned. They are thrilled - but where is he?

Costume drama. The locals are rehearsing for their annual production of St George and the Dragon when they hear rumours that Sir Timothy has returned. They are thrilled at the prospect of performing it for the squire himself, but with the play fast approaching and no sign of Sir Timothy, Dorcas decides to pay him a visit. She finds only Lady Adelaide. As the two women come face to face they are forced to confront their shared history, learning more about each other than they could have imagined.

1 hour

Clips

Chapters

  • The Play

    Lark Rise prepares for the annual play, but will the guest of honour attend? Queenie loses patience with Twister and hankers after a life of solitude.

    Duration: 05:49

  • Saint George

    Twister comes under pressure to give up the role of Saint George. Pearl wants Daniel all to herself and rumours circulate that Sir Timothy has been seen at the manor.

    Duration: 05:02

  • Robert鈥檚 Accident

    Minnie takes on a new role at work after contributing to Robert鈥檚 fall from his ladder. Dorcas is reminded of her friendship with Sir Timothy.

    Duration: 06:35

  • Laura Questions Her Place

    Laura cares for Robert in Lark Rise and being at home makes her question her relationship with Daniel.

    Duration: 05:53

  • Queenie鈥檚 Advice

    Laura stands in as the doctor to save the play. Later, Laura has an encounter with Queenie who gives her some words of advice.

    Duration: 05:04

  • Lady of the Manor

    Dorcas visits Lady Adelaide to try to find out if Sir Timothy will be coming to the play. Robert鈥檚 injury makes him feel helpless.

    Duration: 07:01

  • The Dragon

    Someone finally comes forward to play the role of the dragon, but Twister isn鈥檛 keen. Lady Adelaide has news for Dorcas.

    Duration: 08:01

  • The Performance

    The play turns to farce when Queenie tries to teach Twister a lesson. Lady Adelaide asks Dorcas about her relationship with Sir Timothy.

    Duration: 10:38

  • Robert鈥檚 Recovery

    Robert鈥檚 back gets better in time for him to try and talk sense into Queenie. Pearl learns to accept Daniel and Laura鈥檚 relationship.

    Duration: 05:29

Credits

Role Contributor
Daniel Parish Ben Aldridge
Queenie Turrill Linda Bassett
Minnie Ruby Bentall
Emma Timmins Claudie Blakley
Robert Timmins Brendan Coyle
Alf Arless John Dagleish
Sydney Edward Darnell-Hayes
Frank Timmins Fergus Drysdale
Lady Adelaide Olivia Grant
Laura Timmins Olivia Hallinan
Thomas Brown Mark Heap
Twister Turrill Karl Johnson
Edmund Timmins Thomas Rhys Jones
Adult Laura Sarah Lancashire
Margaret Brown Sandy McDade
Sally Arless Sophie Miles
Ethel Timmins Martha Murdoch
Dorcas Lane Julia Sawalha
Baby Patience Caitlin Smith
Baby Annie Fionnula Tambling-Goggin
Lizzie Arless Hope Yeomans
Pearl Pratt Matilda Ziegler
Producer Ann Tricklebank
Director Paul Seed
Writer Bill Gallagher

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