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The story

The story of a group of inspirational women in a rural Cheshire community with the shadow of World War II casting a dark cloud over their lives. As the conflict takes hold and separates the women from their husbands, fathers, sons and brothers, the characters find themselves under increasing and extraordinary pressures in a rapidly fragmenting world. By banding together as the Great Paxford Women’s Institute, they help maintain the nation’s fabric in its darkest hour, and discover inner resources that will change their lives forever.

The seasons

Season 1 Series 1 2015 · 6 episodes Season details＋

May 3, 2015

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Season 2 Series 2 2016 · 6 episodes Season details＋

April 3, 2016

As the Second World War continues, the residents of Great Paxford face their own personal challenges and conflicts as reputations are tarnished, loved ones lost, and shocking secrets are discovered. However it’s through these challenges that the women in the town unite and overcome their darkest hours.

Cast

S Samantha BondFrances Barden R Ruth GemmellSarah Collingborne C Claire RushbrookPat Simms F Fenella WoolgarAlison Scotlock C Clare CalbraithSteph Farrow D Daisy BadgerClaire Hillman L Leanne BestTeresa Fenchurch L Leila MimmackLaura Campbell C Claire PriceMiriam Brindsley F Frances GreyErica Campbell M Mark BazeleyBob Simms E Ed StoppardWill Campbell

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D Daniel RyanBryn Brindsley F Francesca AnnisJoyce Cameron W Will AttenboroughDavid Brindsley R Rachel Hurd-WoodKate Campbell M Mark BonnarAdam Collingborne N Nigel BoyleDS Reynolds E Elisabeth HopperCharlotte Bowers