Ashley spent many years as the well loved and respected vicar. He had it all - a loving wife and family, and despite the curve balls thrown at them, they always came through. He faced a new challenge in the form of dementia, a challenge which sadly, he lost.
A character's life goes by in the flicker of a screen, but performances are remembered forever. In honour of John Middleton's Outstanding Contribution Awards win at the Royal Television Society Yorkshire, the cast and crew pour their hearts out over John and saying goodbye to Ashley Thomas.
Ashley came into the Village a stranger and left a part of all of our families. John Middleton says goodbye to playing Ashley Thomas for 20 years.
Let us not say goodbye, just 'until then'...remember Ashley Thomas through some of his iconic life-changing moments. #ByeAshley
The heart of the community has beat one final time. Remember Ashley Thomas through some of his iconic life-changing moments. #ByeAshley
PROMO: 3-7 April
Life goes by quicker than the blink of an eye...but the story will last forever.
Monday's preview clip: At the care home, Laurel and Gabby notice Ashley's looking thinner and worry he's not eating properly. Elsewhere in the village...
Monday's preview clip: On a visit to the care home, Laurel watches on as Ashley gives his wedding ring to Maggie. Elsewhere in the village...
Monday's preview clip: Things don't go according to plan when Gabby is left at home caring for Dotty and Ashley. Elsewhere in the village...
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