This classic period drama series follows the fortunes of the aristocratic Lacey family, living peacefully in Arnescote Castle until the onset of the English Civil War in 1640. Sir Martin Lacey, the head of the family, is steadfastly loyal to the King. However the family is torn apart when his eldest daughter Anne weds John Fletcher - son of a merchant family who support the forces of Cromwell.

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10 Episodes

  • Conflicts
    E1
    Conflicts1645: Arnescote Castle, home to the mid-seventeenth century Lacey family, is now in the hands of Parliamentarian John Fletcher and his wife Anne.
  • Cruel Necessity
    E2
    Cruel Necessity1649: The trial and execution of Charles I seems to have put an end to the Royalist cause.
  • Cromwell at Arnescote
    E3
    Cromwell at Arnescote1649: The Fletchers receive Oliver Cromwell at Arnescote, unaware of the dangers involved.
  • Witch Hunt
    E4
    Witch Hunt1650 - There is word King Charles II intends to invade England to restore the Monarchy. Visitors also come to Arnescote to preach the Gospel, but then Witchfinder Snelling appears, who arrests Minty and puts her on trial. Can she be saved?
  • Escape
    E5
    Escape1651: King Charles II, defeated at the Battle of Worcester, seeks sanctuary at Arnescote and is treated kindly, before attempting to escape into exile.
  • Fateful Days
    E6
    Fateful Days1653: Arnescote's 'singing boy' Hugh Brandon discovers his true identity and is horrified to discover who his birth mother is.
  • Forlorn Hope
    E7
    Forlorn Hope1655: Sir Thomas Lacey is involved in an uprising plot to recapture Arnescote Castle. Sir Austin Fletcher stands firm.
  • The Mailed Fist
    E8
    The Mailed Fist1657: Martin Fletcher is caught brawling with the village boys and Anne is summoned to London by her husband, John, to discuss his suspicions.
  • Retribution
    E9
    Retribution1658: Cromwell is on his deathbed. Tom Lacey meets with his twin, Anne, to discuss her affair with Horton and finally proposes to Frances.
  • Restoration
    E10
    Restoration1660: With the restoration of King Charles II, John Fletcher is brought to trial as a regicide. Tom is surprised to be honoured as a Baron by the King.
  • Lucy Aston
  • Tim Bentinck
  • Sharon Maughan
  • Peter Guinness
  • Andrew MacLachlan

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