How will Gabriel react to a surprising admission from Dorcas?

Lark Rise To Candleford

Richly observed portrait of 1880s Britain - Dawn French stars

Rich period drama starring Dawn French and Julia Sawalha, based on Flora Thompson's memoirs of 80s Britain. Young Laura Timmins leaves her quiet, rural home to find work in a town.

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Laura finds herself at the heart of a dispute between Lark Rise and Candleford.

Candleford is alight with gossip when Mrs Macey's husband escapes from prison.

The town locals become suspicious when a widower announces his engagement to his maid.

The town become suspicious when a local widower announces his engagement to his maid.

A strange old man arrives in Candleford looking for his estranged daughters.

A strange old man arrives in Candleford, looking for his estranged daughters.

The arrival of a new Post Office inspector comes as a surprise to Dorcas.

When Robert takes in a homeless family, he's left with an unexpected house guest.

A case of domestic abuse leads the residents of Candleford to rally around the victim.

The arrival of a new teacher causes divisions in the two communities.

The town is intrigued by the mystery of a beautiful embroidered panel found on a grave.

When painful truths about the past are revealed, Dorcas decides to sell the post office.

The arrival of a ragged, bare-footed young woman brings a Christmas mystery to Candleford.

A handsome stranger rides into Candleford, with a look of determination about him.

Dorcas sets out to defeat James in the parish council elections.

Dorcas and James clash once again when an accident rocks both communities.

James and Dorcas do their utmost to avoid the shared feelings they have for one another.

James is troubled when he hears Dorca has been taken ill, and Laura struggles to cope.

Laura's concern for her family is matched by her worries that she may lose Fisher Bloom.

Heads turn and tongues wag when Dorcas begins 'walking out' with James Dowland.

Can James win back Dorcas' affections, or does she know too much about his past?

Cabbage Patterson has a rival from Lark Rise taking him on in the harvest show.

Laura's interference in the love life of a friend only makes matters worse.

A sudden storm reveals a secret romance, but also makes the address on a letter indecipherable. When Dorcas pursues the identity of the letter's recipient, she reveals another secret: a child, kept hidden even from his own father.

As Thomas prepares for his wedding, James is reunited with his son.

Could an unexpected inheritance see the Timmins family leave Lark Rise?

Can Daniel make amends with the people he has offended and win back Laura's affections?

Can Daniel make amends with the people he has offended, and win back Laura's affections?

Laura intercepts a letter addressed to Alf. Emma is not impressed by Edmund's choices.

A measles epidemic sweeps through Lark Rise and Candleford.

A Measles epidemic sweeps through Lark Rise and Candleford.

Dorcas learns the secret identity of mysterious recluse Mr Reppington.

Daniel's campaign against injustice attracts the attention of a London newspaper.

Can Dorcas and Lady Adelaide finally lay their past to rest?

Can Dorcas and Lady Adelaide finally put their past history to rest?

Dorcas is troubled by Pearl's attachment to her new seamstress.

An unexpected rivalry springs up when the Lark Rise school loses its teacher.

Laura is shaken to the core when she receives a mysterious letter.

Fisher Bloom returns, and his arrival has an impact on both Laura and Dorcas.

With the post office under threat, a very important visitor may be Dorcas' saviour.

With the post office under threat, a very important visitor may be Dorca's saviour.

Troubled Gabriel Cochrane arrives in Candleford looking for a new start.

Troubled Gabriel Cochrane arrives in Candleford, looking for a new start.

Dorcas uncovers shocking information with regards to Gabriel's late wife.

Alf is unsettled by rumours of free-thinking curate Reverend Marley's dark past.

The fair comes to town, and Twister sees an opportunity to make some money on the side.

The Fair has come to town, and Twister takes advantage to make some money on the side.

Daniel plans a cricket match to restore Candleford's honour, but rules get in the way.

Lark Rise To Candleford

Lark Rise To Candleford

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