Archeologists Alex Langlands and Peter Ginn, along with historian Ruth Goodman, arrive at Morwellham Quay in Devon and learn about the buildings and tools from the Edwardian period that will be at their disposal for the next 12 months.

The farmers branch out into new ventures, begin training the shire horses and take on a pair of goats.

The team must come to grips with the technologies of the age and use Edwardian science to set up a new venture on the farm.

The team leaves the farm in search of part-time work.

Alex and Peter try mining in Cornwall while Ruth learns how to make lace in Honiton.

Following the team's routine to show a typical day on the Edwardian farm.