About this season
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.
Episodes (9)
1. My Way
Aired 6 July 2003
A new family arrives in Skelthwaite, putting Anna's nose out of joint. David is shocked when Karen is contacted by someone from the past.
2. The Games We Play
Aired 13 July 2003
Karen's happiness at finding her son begins to fade when she discovers his dark secret.
3. The Need of You
Aired 20 July 2003
Karen follows her runaway son to London. Alan enters the men into a talent contest.
4. Love Hurts
Aired 27 July 2003
Sally is appalled by Nathan's taste when he falls for the rich daughter of a local rugby team captain.
5. Not Waving But Drowning
Aired 3 August 2003
There is turmoil when Karen leaves. David decides that there is nothing left for him in Skelthwaite.
6. A Time to Dance
Aired 10 August 2003
A line dancer comes to Skelthwaite and takes a shine to Anna, while Nathan announces that he wants to marry.
7. Coming Home
Aired 17 August 2003
Beth and Tom's relationship is put to the test as they struggle to come to terms with her ectopic pregnancy.
8. Mister & Missus
Aired 24 August 2003
On Beth and Tom's wedding day, Jo puts a spanner in the works by saying he doesn't want to be best man.
9. Archangel
Aired 23 December 2003
The nurses go on strike with their various family Christmas preparations and insist the men take over. At work, the women try to reconcile a father and daughter, while Anna has an unexpected suitor.