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Plot Summary

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.

Top Cast

Samantha Bond Frances Barden

Ruth Gemmell Sarah Collingborne

Claire Rushbrook Pat Simms

Fenella Woolgar Alison Scotlock

Clare Calbraith Steph Farrow