Episodes
| Episode | Title | First Broadcast | Repeated | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Uncertain Times | 19930526 | 20240422 (BBC7) 20240423 (BBC7) | In 1959, on the hop fields of Kent, the Jacksons join other East End families for what they discover will be the last season hops are picked by hand. Laura Jackson wonders if this be the end of her affair with the owner of the farm, Robert Wright. Stars Ellie Haddington as Laura Jackson. Written by Sally Worboyes. CAST: Jack - George Innes Laura - Ellie Haddington Liz - Liz Smith Bert - Gerry Hinks Kay - Melanie Revill Robert - Alan Devereux Marjorie - Patricia Gallimore Terry - Richard Pearce Zacchi - Sam Barriscale Terry's Mom - Judy Bennett Raymond - Richard Allenson Mrs Brown - Joyce Gibbs Janet - Georgia Greeph Director: Philip Martin 1959, Kent: Laura Jackson arrives from London to pick hops facing an uncertain future Laura Jackson arrives from London to pick hops in Kent, facing an uncertain future. 1959, Kent: Laura arrives from London to pick hops. She's married but her romantic future is uncertain. Stars Ellie Haddington. |
| 02 | Betrayal | 19930602 | 20240423 (BBC7) 20240424 (BBC7) | During the hop picking season of 1959, Marjorie, wife of the farm owner, discovers an affair between her husband and one of the pickers, Laura. Angrily she demands that he choose between them. Written by Sally Worboyes. Jack - George Innes Laura - Ellie Haddington Liz - Liz Smith Bert - Gerry Hinks Kay - Melanie Revill Zacchi - Sam Barriscale Robert - Alan Devereux Marjorie - Patricia Gallimore Milly - Judy Bennett Brian - Richard Allenson Janet - Georgia Greeph Fisherman - Ralph Lawton Terry - Richard Pearce Director: Philip Martin The risks of discovery of Laura and Rpbert's affair grow.... Laura Jackson arrives from London to pick hops in Kent, facing an uncertain future. The risks increase for Laura and Robert as his wife Marjorie's pursues her suspicions. Stars Ellie Haddington. |
| 03 | Crisis | 19930609 | 20240424 (BBC7) 20240425 (BBC7) | With only two weeks remaining of the 1959 hop picking season, Laura and Jack must resolve the crisis in their marriage. Stars Ellie Haddington as Laura, and George Innes as Jack. Written by Sally Worboyes. Jack - George Innes Laura - Ellie Haddington Liz - Liz Smith Bert - Gerry Hinks Kay - Melanie Revill Zacchi - Sam Barriscale Terry - Richard Pearce Robert - Alan Devereux Marjorie - Patricia Gallimore Milly - Judy Bennett Brian - Richard Allenson Georgie - Simon Carter Mrs Brown - Joyce Gibbs Director: Philip Martin With the summer running out, can Laura and Jack's marriage survive? Laura Jackson arrives from London to pick hops in Kent, facing an uncertain future. With little time left of the hop picking season, can Laura and Jack's marriage survive? Stars Ellie Haddington. |
| 04 | Repercussions | 19930616 | 20240425 (BBC7) 20240426 (BBC7) | As the hop picking season of 1959 nears its close Laura Jackson must face the repercussions of her affair with the farm owner, Robert Wright. Stars Ellie Haddington as Laura and George Innes as Jack. Written by Sally Worboyes. CAST: Jack - George Innes Laura - Ellie Haddington Liz - Liz Smith Bert - Gerry Hinks Kay - Melanie Revill Zacchi - Sam Barriscale Robert - Alan Devereux Marjorie - Patricia Gallimore Terry - Richard Pearce Mrs Brown - Joyce Gibbs Fisherman - Ralph Lawton Frank - David Vann Director: Philip Martin Can Laura Jackson deal with the repercussions of her affair? Laura Jackson arrives from London to pick hops in Kent, facing an uncertain future. Can Laura Jackson manage to deal with the repercussions of her affair? Stars Ellie Haddington and George Innes. |