Home Fires

With war looming, the women of Great Paxford face a difficult decision. Frances decides to make the WI more welcoming, while Dr Campbell learns the deadly truth of why he cannot enlist.

As Joyce battles to regain leadership, Frances works to help the war effort and Pat's marriage begins to crumble. Meanwhile, David must make a decision on whether to fight or not.

Sarah worries when her husband wants to enlist, while Kate wants to marry against her family's wishes. Claire plucks up the courage to ask Spencer out - unaware of a terrible secret.

Steph hides a secret that threatens the farm, while Miriam is terrified that David will discover her deception. Teresa meets an old friend who presents her with a life changing offer.

As the war begins to take its toll on Great Paxford, Miriam writes to soldiers on the front line, the WI try to make a social shelter, and Frances takes in an evacuee.

With the possibility of Nazi invasion looming, the WI sets its sights high for fundraising. Meanwhile, Alison is plagued by her choices and Miriam receives a telegram concerning her son.