In the small, fictional Yorkshire town of Skelthwaite is an engaging story of life, love, family and people’s ever-changing fortunes in rural England. Set against the rugged landscape of Yorkshire, it follows the busy professional and family lives of District Nurses, as they bring nursing and emotional care to young and old alike. The first four series concentrates on the lives of district health nurses Peggy Snow and Ruth Goddard. The story expands to focus on the lives of more Skelthwhaite residents, particularly those related to the nurses as well as those employed in a local toilet tissue factory.
CreatorsAshley Pharoah, Vicky Featherstone
Skelthwaite
Apr 6, 1997
West Yorkshire district nurse Peggy Snow decides to help a patient in severe pain and ends up being accused of murder. Meanwhile, her brother Simon and sister-in-law Ruth are about to welcome their baby.
Things Fall Apart
Apr 13, 1997
Peggy sets about investigating a small boy's behavioural problems.
Summoned by Bells
Apr 20, 1997
A seemingly-trivial incident at a nursing home turns into a nightmare for Ruth.
A Place in the World
Apr 27, 1997
The Skelthwaite Scorpians have a new recruit who makes an impact. Ruth travels to Scarborough for a conference, where she bumps into an old flame while Stephan goes to London in search of Wendy.
King Walter
May 4, 1997
Walter's flat catches fire. Simon and Ruth quarrel over Ruth's job and Stephan's agreement with Peggy is long overdue.
Dream
May 11, 1997
The Scorpians prepare for a match against formidable opponents. A pig farmer's wife reveals a secret to Ruth, and Peggy and Stephan await a letter that could mean he leaves Skelthwaite.
