South Riding (1974)

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1x1
The Powers That Be
Episode overview
In the General Chambers of the South Riding new forces are at work. For Robert Carne, hope and tradition die hard. Full of ambition and high ideals, Sarah Burton returns to her native county for a fateful interview.
1x2
A Land of Hope and Glory
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One law for the rich - another law for the poor? Sarah Burton, the new headmistress of the Kiplington Girls High School , begins to face the harsh questions of life. But life doesn't obey rules. Upon rich and poor alike, the sun rises and sets
1x3
Those For and Those Against
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Sarah, Burton, treading across the minefield of human relationships in the South Riding, begins to make friends - and enemies. The devious and far-sighted Alderman Snaith connives at the downfall of certain colleagues - in the interest of progress
1x4
A Time to Live, A Time To Die
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For Lydia Holly, success at school holds out the promise of escape from the iron grip of poverty. For Midge Carne, school becomes another kind of prison. Outside, the relentless cycle of .. show full overview
1x5
Facts of Life
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At the Nag's Head, Lily Sawdon faces the truth about herself but manages to keep her secret from Tom. At Maythorpe Hall, Midge Carne asks too many questions for her father's comfort. And .. show full overview
1x6
In Sickness and in Heatlh
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An epidemic of measles spreads across the South Riding. For Sarah Burton, Fred and Nancy Mitchell and for the Hollys, there are unexpected consequences. A crisis may help to bring people closer, or it may help to force them apart.
1x7
Dreams and Destinations
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The staff room of the Kiplington Girls High School becomes a cauldron of sexual frustration and intrigue. Midge Carne heads a cruel conspiracy against the ageing and ineffectual teacher .. show full overview
1x8
Beggars and Choosers
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Robert Carne, faced with the declining fortunes of Maythorpe Hall and the rising costs of the Harrogate nursing home, and Fred Mitchell, unemployed with a pregnant wife, have one thing .. show full overview
1x9
Take What You Want and Pay For It
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At school the Christmas holiday begins. Desperately in love, Sarah Burton comes face to face with destiny, with the urge to sacrifice all that she believes in, all she has fought for - her whole life.
1x10
The Lord Giveth and the Lord Taketh Away
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Councillor Huggins, moved by the spirit of Christmas and overflowing with goodwill towards men, dispenses prayers and provisions to the Hollys - and a little worldly advice to Robert .. show full overview
1x11
Number of Our Days
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Why has Robert Carne put his affairs in order and why has he accused Alderman Snaith of corruption? Snaith's schemes promise Sarah Burton a new school - they also spell the end of Carne of Maythorpe.
1x12
Forgive Us Our Trespasses
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A mystery hangs over the South Riding and Alderman Snaith tastes the fruits of victory and a doubtful pleasure. At Maythorpe Hall, the ghosts of heredity walk again.
1x13
Give Us This Day
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Sarah Burton, her heart heavy with guilt and failure - and love for Robert Carne - considers her future and Mrs Beddows , out of loyalty for a great friend, visits the school to convey a .. show full overview

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