In 1830s rural England, a courageous young girl, envied by women for her beauty, lusted after by men, is accused of witchcraft and forced to rise above the prejudice of many people in the community in which she lives.
WritersCatherine Cookson, Ray Marshall
Part 1
Jan 8, 1999
Returning home from a wedding, 19-year-old Tilly Trotter is attacked by Hal McGrath, who plans to get his hands on her family's money by forcing her into marriage. Her screams save her, but the incident prompts some villagers to brand her a witch.
Part 2
Jan 15, 1999
Following the destruction of their home by the McGraths, Tilly and her grandmother are forced to live a life of solitude.
Part 3
Jan 22, 1999
Tilly and Katie Drew begin working at Sopwith's mine. Despite the hardships of life in the pit, she enjoys feeling like part of the family.
Part 4
Jan 29, 1999
Tilly's arrival at Highfield reawakens old resentments among the staff.
