Cranford

With the arrival of new residents, in particular a young, handsome unmarried Doctor, the womenfolk of Cranford are sparkling with anticipation. But are they really ready for the changes that are about to descend upon them? Matty Jenkyns and her older, stricter sister Debora are particularly excited as a new house guest and neighbours arrive. When Jem, the local carpenter, falls from a tree, all eyes are upon on the new doctor and his untested modern methods.

A visitor to Cranford brings joy and hope to Jessie Brown. Meanwhile, Mr Carter oversees preparations for Lady Ludlow's garden party. It turns out to be a day that Cranford will never forget. Miss Matty is very shaken when she unexpectedly meets someone from her past. Shock and panic erupt after some eavesdropping unveils startling news which threatens to rip through the heart of Cranford and change it forever.

A maze of misunderstandings leads the ladies of Cranford astray as May Day brings hopes of love into many hearts. Miss Tomkinson's ambiguous conversation with the young doctor sets in motion a disastrous train of events. Will he be able to survive the turmoil that results and secure the affections of the one he loves? Meanwhile, Miss Matty is forced to face up to some life-changing news. Will she be able to keep it a secret for long in Cranford?