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Country Matters

Rural communities in post-war United Kingdom face the challenges of rebuilding and recovery in the aftermath of World War I.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Craven Arms

1. Craven Arms

Aired: Aug 20, 1972

A talented art instructor, David Masterman, leads a lively art class for a gr...

Episode 2 The Mill

2. The Mill

Aired: Aug 27, 1972

Leslie Hartop, now 17, leaves her childhood home as her parents urge her to e...

Episode 3 The Sullens Sisters

3. The Sullens Sisters

Aired: Sep 3, 1972

A 19-year-old Tommy Adams juggles a full-time job to support his mother, a wi...

Episode 4 Crippled Bloom

4. Crippled Bloom

Aired: Sep 10, 1972

The next episode delves into the complex bonds between Ruby, Nan, and Potter-...

Episode 5 The Watercress Girl

5. The Watercress Girl

Aired: Sep 17, 1972

Mary stands trial for the assault on Elizabeth, her rival for Frank's attenti...

Episode 6 Breeze Anstey

6. Breeze Anstey

Aired: Sep 24, 1972

In the midst of the Great Depression, two enterprising young women build a fl...

Info about Country Matters

Seasons: 2

Current Status: Ended

Network: ITV1

Genres:Drama