Dickensian

It's Christmas Eve and as Amelia and Arthur Havisham gather to hear the reading of their father's will their lives are left in turmoil by the unexpected contents. Elsewhere, a young boy makes a macabre discovery in an alleyway.

The news of a murder filters through the Christmas day celebrations and Inspector Bucket begins his investigation. At Satis House Amelia Havisham's mysterious rescuer appears again.

At the Havisham New Year's Party, Amelia is delighted to see her brother but perturbed by the arrival of an uninvited guest. Frances Barbary rekindles an old friendship and allows herself to hope it might be more.

Bob Cratchit fights to clear his name and get home in time for his daughter's wedding but the evidence is stacked against him. Compeyson's behaviour leaves Amelia confused but intrigued.

Will Arthur find the courage to confide in Matthew Pocket before Compeyson continues his plan to rid Satis House of his rival? Edward Barbary comes into the sights of Inspector Bucket.

Already facing financial ruin Edward Barbary's situation deteriorates when Scrooge demands his loan is repaid. Devastated by the loss of Jip, Amelia is comforted and surprised when Compeyson arrives with a present and a declaration.