Lark Rise to Candleford

Laura Timmons starts her first job at the Post Office in Candleford, where Postmistress Dorcas Lane gives her a warm welcome until a dispute arises.

Mrs. Macey receives news that her husband escaped from prison.

Dorcas helps a workhouse girl find work, sparking village gossip and rivalry between the Amoses; the residents of Lark Rise celebrate 200 years of Midwinter family rule, with Lady Adelaide reluctant until Dorcas is asked to step in.

A strange old man arrives in Candleford looking for his estranged daughters, Ruby and Pearl Pratt; horrified to see him out in public, playing scams on the local residents, the girls must decide whether they can forgive him for deserting them.

An inspector causes problems for Dorcas; Robert carves an angel.

A homeless family leaves their daughter behind.

Residents rally around Susan when they realize her husband hit her.

A violent storm erupts; a new teacher divides the two communities.

Queenie finds an embroidered panel on a grave; Alf's poaching.

Dorcas decides to leave Candleford; Zillah's birthday party.