Sunday 1 February

8.00-9.00pm BBC ONE

When Dorcas Lane is suddenly taken ill, Laura Timmins finds herself with more than one problem to solve, as the popular adaptation of Flora Thompson’s childhood memoirs continues. Afraid to admit that even she has limitations, however, Laura decides that she will not fail Dorcas and soon realises that she must accept her own weaknesses if she is to succeed.

With both Lark Rise and Candleford rallying around to show their support for Laura’s new role in the post office, she soon feels the pressure mounting up and is troubled when anonymous letters begin to arrive. When Minnie sees the delivery of one of the packages, her past catches up with her once again and she is left fearful of her haunting memories.

James Dowland, meanwhile, is deeply troubled on hearing of Dorcas’s condition and makes it his business to see that she is cared for properly. The relationship between James and Dorcas continues to flourish as they finally begin to feel at ease with one another.

As Laura’s feelings for Fisher Bloom continue to develop, Dorcas feels the need to protect her and the hostility between Fisher and Dorcas begins to cloud the air. True love never runs smoothly, and Laura and Fisher must decide whether to let fate determine their future.

Julia Sawalha plays Dorcas Lane, Olivia Hallinan plays Laura Timmins, Ruby Bentall plays Minnie, Jason Merrells plays James Dowland and Matthew McNulty plays Fisher Bloom.

Lark Rise To Candleford is also being simulcast on the BBC HD channel – the BBC’s High Definition channel available through Freesat, Sky and Virgin Media. With up to five times more detail than standard definition television, HD gives you exceptionally vivid colours and crisp pictures to make Lark Rise To Candleford a truly cinematic TV experience.

Sunday 25 January

8.00-9.00pm BBC ONE

Time rests heavy on the residents of Lark Rise and Candleford as baby Annie stirs up emotions of days gone by and loves yet to be found, as the popular adaptation of Flora Thompson’s childhood memoirs continues.

With Emma Timmins feeling the strain of feeding and clothing her family, Dorcas Lane offers to lend a helping hand – unaware of the consequences that her generosity will bring. The feelings baby Annie inflames for both Dorcas and Ruby Pratt become too much to bear. But, with the Timmins house empty, Robert and Emma embrace their new-found freedom.

Whilst the post office welcomes baby Annie, Thomas struggles to cope with the feelings which her presence brings. He must learn to accept his past and move on, if he and Miss Ellison are to have the future they so desperately long for.

James Dowland, meanwhile, is keen to continue the progress of modernising Candleford and hires the help of the young and self-assured Fisher Bloom. Laura is quickly taken with his arrival but feels uncomfortable and unable to let her true emotions show.

James and Dorcas also do their best to avoid the feelings that they so obviously share for one other.

Emma Timmins is played by Claudie Blakely, Dorcas Lane by Julia Sawalha, Ruby Pratt by Victoria Hamilton, Robert Timmins by Brendan Coyle, Thomas Brown by Mark Heap, Miss Ellison by Sandy McDade, James Dowland by Jason Merrells, Fisher Bloom by Matthew McNulty and Laura Timmins by Olivia Hallinan.

Lark Rise To Candleford is also being simulcast on the BBC HD channel – the BBC’s High Definition channel available through Freesat, Sky and Virgin Media. With up to five times more detail than standard definition television, HD gives you exceptionally vivid colours and crisp pictures to make Lark Rise To Candleford a truly cinematic TV experience.

There are changes afoot for the residents of Lark Rise and Candleford tonight, as the popular adaptation of Flora Thomson’s memoir of her Oxfordshire childhood continues.

When an accident happens on the path joining Lark Rise with Candleford, Dorcas Lane and James Dowland clash once again.

The death of Miss Ellison’s father unites the two communities but, amongst (more…)

BBC One, 8:00pm Sunday 11th January

Battling with her emotions for new arrival James Dowland, Dorcas Lane sets out to defeat the dashing property developer in the parish council elections.

Meanwhile, the grind of making ends meet in Lark Rise proves too much for Robert and Emma Timmins, and Robert’s reluctance to change grows stronger.

Battling with her emotions for new arrival James Dowland, Dorcas Lane sets out to defeat the dashing property developer in the parish council elections, as this popular adaptation of Flora Thomson’s memoir of her Oxfordshire childhood continues. In her quest to win, Dorcas is caught up in a fight to prove that there is a place for women in politics.

Meanwhile, over in Lark Rise, the daily grind of making ends meet proves too much for Robert and Emma Timmins, as they find themselves torn between the past and the future. As Candleford continues to embrace the growth and prosperity that James Dowland pledges, Robert’s reluctance to change grows stronger.

Lily Spicer, too, has her own issues with change. Used to living her life on the road, the appeal of a little home comfort is overwhelming. Longing to settle down, but hesitant to compromise her true self, Lily must decide what it is that makes her a real woman.

Young romance continues to puzzle Alf Arless, as he questions his feelings for Laura again. With the help of Twister, they set out to win her over. But the introduction of Alf’s new love interest is not quite what it seems.

Jason Merrells plays James Dowland, Julia Sawalha plays Dorcas Lane, Brendan Coyle plays Robert Timmins, Claudie Blakley plays Emma Timmins, guest star Lorraine Ashbourne plays Lily Spicer, John Dagleish plays Alf Arless, Olivia Hallinan plays Laura Timmins and Karl Johnson plays Twister.

Lark Rise To Candleford is also being simulcast on the BBC HD channel – the BBC’s High Definition channel available through Freesat, Sky and Virgin Media. With up to five times more detail than standard definition television, HD gives you exceptionally vivid colours and crisp pictures to make Lark Rise To Candleford a truly cinematic TV experience.

04 Jan 2009, 20:00 on BBC One

Following last week’s Christmas special, a new series of Lark Rise To Candleford, adapted by Bill Gallagher from Flora Thompson’s magical memoirs, begins tonight.

A handsome stranger rides into Candleford with a look of determination about him. As he approaches, the man, James Dowland, chances upon young Edmund Timmins and presents him with a silver thruppence.

James’s arrival in Candleford catches the eye of several of the residents, but he only has eyes for a certain Dorcas Lane. For the Pratt sisters, he is their new hero who will put Candleford on the map with the opening of a new hotel.

Not everyone is so keen on James. Robert Timmins is suspicious of his motives and is less than accepting of his financial help when he offers to take the Lark Rise tenants under his wing. Emma Timmins and the other tenants, however, are more than happy to welcome James into their homes.

Mrs Herring, the cantankerous landlady, continues to add to the strains of the Lark Rise residents with her refusal to upkeep their homes. Dorcas and James take it upon themselves to help, and come up with a plan to show Mrs Herring the error of her ways.

Meanwhile, Dorcas’s patience is tried with the arrival of a new maid, Minnie, who can do no right. She means well but, with her troubled past, struggles to contain her excitement – testing Dorcas and those around her to the limit.

Edmund Timmins is played by Thomas Jones, James Dowland by Jason Merrells, Dorcas Lane by Julia Sawalha, Pearl Pratt by Matilda Ziegler, Ruby Pratt by Victoria Hamilton, Robert Timmins by Brendan Coyle, Emma Timmins by Claudie Blakley, Mrs Herring by Maggie Steed and Minnie by Ruby Bentall.

Lark Rise To Candleford is also being simulcast on the BBC HD channel – the BBC’s High Definition channel available through Freesat, Sky and Virgin Media. With up to five times more detail than standard definition television, HD gives you exceptionally vivid colours and crisp pictures to make Lark Rise To Candleford a truly cinematic TV experience.

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