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Episode 8

Lark Rise to Candleford Series 3
Episode 8 of 12

Costume drama. A talented seamstress arrives in Candleford and strikes up an instant bond with Pearl, but Pearl must confront her deepest prejudices to save their new friendship.

Pearl is in a state of panic. She has received a dressmaking commission which could save her ailing business, but without Ruby, there is no way she can do the work in time. So when Enid, a talented seamstress, arrives in Candleford looking for a job, it seems Pearl's prayers have been answered.

Pearl and Enid form an instant bond, based on mutual admiration and respect. But when Pearl discovers the seamstress is not who says she is, she is forced to choose between their friendship and her deepest prejudices.

1 hour

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Sat 6 Mar 2010 02:50
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Chapters

  • Pearl鈥檚 Dilemma

    Pearl has a commission that could solve all her money troubles but how will she complete all the work in time?

    Duration: 06:11

  • A New Face in Town

    A troubled new arrival in Candleford may be the answer to Pearl鈥檚 prayers. Thomas Brown has a gift for Margaret.

    Duration: 06:36

  • A New Face in Town

    A troubled new arrival in Candleford may be the answer to Pearl鈥檚 prayers. Thomas Brown has a gift for Margaret.

    Duration: 06:36

  • The Seamstresses

    Pearl and Enid get to know one another as they work on the trousseau. Elsewhere, Daniel and Thomas become embroiled in a game of conkers.

    Duration: 06:40

  • The Michaelmas Feast

    Thomas鈥檚 Brown鈥檚 contribution to the Michaelmas feast creates a dilemma for Sydney. Minnie, Laura and Margaret welcome Enid to Candleford

    Duration: 06:44

  • Enid鈥檚 Identity

    Dorcas鈥檚 doubts about Enid are reinforced when she appears to change her story. Thomas struggles with the temptation to cheat.

    Duration: 08:07

  • Rational Dress

    Enid shows her true colours to Pearl. Laura is dismayed to see the extent of Daniel鈥檚 competitive streak.

    Duration: 05:13

  • The Stand-Off

    Thomas and Daniel go head to head over the perfect conker. Enid attempts to liberate the women of Candleford.

    Duration: 07:03

  • Pearl鈥檚 Not Alone

    Pearl gets advice from an unlikely source and discovers she has more friends than she ever imagined.

    Duration: 07:00

Credits

Pearl Pratt Matilda Ziegler
Enid Fairley Hattie Morahan
Dorcas Lane Julia Sawalha
Margaret Brown Sandy McDade
Daniel Parish Ben Aldridge
Minnie Ruby Bentall
Sydney Edward Darnell-Hayes
Laura Timmins Olivia Hallinan
Thomas Brown Mark Heap
Adult Laura Sarah Lancashire
Producer Ann Tricklebank
Director David Innes Edwards
Writer Rachel Bennette
Actor Dawn French
Actor Brendan Coyle
Actor Claudie Blakley
Producer Grainne Marmion

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