05/04/2026

Summary

The Archers Omnibus — April 5, 2026

Overview

This episode of The Archers Omnibus focuses on a week of change, conflict, and community initiatives in Ambridge. Key storylines revolve around personal struggles with letting go—of relationships, livestock, and the past—while the village rallies around the new Easter Promises Tree volunteer project, attempts to revive cricket, and navigates both practical and emotional transitions. Central tensions include Brian and Miranda’s faltering relationship, Tony’s difficulty relinquishing his beloved Angus herd, and Pip’s discovery of a breast lump.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Brian and Miranda’s Relationship Crisis

• Setting: Various encounters at home, in the pub, and around Ambridge (02:03–03:36, 11:11–12:27, 73:47–75:09)

• Summary:

  • Miranda confronts Brian about his reluctance to move in together, suspecting he hides deeper reasons beyond his stated concern for Rory (02:52).
  • Tension escalates as Miranda tries to involve Rory directly; Brian becomes defensive and evasive, eventually preventing her from calling his son (08:43–09:06).
  • Lillian and Oliver offer Miranda perspectives: Lillian suggests Brian may be struggling with memories of his late wife, Jennifer; Oliver reveals Brian had more past indiscretions (not just the affair with Siobhan) (33:40–34:39; 54:02–55:43).
  • The relationship ultimately breaks down, with Miranda declaring, "I think it's time to call this a day... It's over" (75:05–75:09).

• Notable Quotes:

  • Miranda: "Without trust, we have nothing." (12:27)
  • Brian (about Rory): "Because Rory does not concern you." (09:02)
  • Miranda: "I love you, you know. Brian, I don't think I can believe a word you anymore." (12:20)
  • Miranda: "I'm sick to death of wasting my time trying to figure you out. I don't care what's going on with you anymore. I think it's time to call this a day." (75:03)

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2. The Easter Promises Tree: Building Community Spirit

• Setting: Lunch at a village café, churchyard (04:33–07:45; 26:12–27:50)

• Summary:

  • Linda Roberts introduces the Easter Promises Tree, matching volunteers with those needing help—a "volunteering matchmaking service." Local families commit time and skills (04:50–06:23).
  • Linda wrangles Tom and Natasha into offering their time ("No, no, no, we're not talking freebies, Tom. We're talking about your time." 05:27).

• Notable Quotes:

  • Linda: "You pin your promise on the tree in the churchyard and you get matched with someone who needs help." (05:05)
  • Robert: "It could be anything. You could offer skills or training perhaps." (06:01)

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3. Ambridge Cricket Club and the ‘Pub Team’ Mutiny

• Setting: Pub, cricket ground, various village venues (07:00–10:03; 12:34–13:45; 27:50–33:15, 64:45–67:13)

• Summary:

  • Tom strives to start a new pub cricket team but faces resistance from Linda, who cites "red tape" and tradition. Tom accuses Linda of obstructing the team (07:27).
  • Robert diplomatically investigates and learns from Oliver that there are no real obstacles—contradicting Linda's claims (28:02–29:03).
  • Linda laments being painted as the villain and, after much back-and-forth, reluctantly hands over responsibility for the cricket team to Robert, acknowledging she may be tired of the task (70:54–71:18).

• Notable Quotes:

  • Tom: "You have been deliberately obstructed." (07:27)
  • Robert: "We have a team of enthusiastic people wanting to play village cricket... I, for one, am not going to be the person to stand in the way of that." (66:37–66:47)
  • Linda: "It's a thankless task, but I can't think of anyone else more suited to do it." (71:10)

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4. Letting Go: Tony’s Struggle with the Angus Herd

• Setting: Bridge Farm & family homes (09:44–10:03, 20:07–21:52, 45:32–48:29)

• Summary:

  • The family moves forward with the dispersal sale of Tony’s prized organic Angus cattle, a casualty of the recent farm audit and financial pressures.
  • Tony feels blindsided to see the sale advertised before he feels emotionally ready. The family, particularly Helen, had wanted to act decisively, causing tension (41:55–45:07).
  • Pat and Tom reassure Tony and honor his contributions.

• Notable Quotes:

  • Natasha: "Maybe it's better this way, eh, Tony? Like ripping off a plaster." (45:17)
  • Tony: "I just think I need a bit of time to get used to the idea." (21:52)
  • Azra: "A little memento of your favourite animals. So you never have to really let them go." (48:29)

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5. Pip’s Health Scare: Finding a Lump

• Setting: Pip and Stella’s home; Doctor's office (43:01–44:05, 56:07–62:19)

• Summary:

  • Pip discovers a small breast lump and, because of her mother’s history with breast cancer, is immediately anxious.
  • She attends a doctor's appointment, where she is reassured the lump is likely benign, but an urgent referral is made for further testing (58:59–62:19).
  • Pip debates whether to tell her mother (Azra): “I just don't want to stir things up, you know. ... Too painful for her.” (62:53–62:58)

• Notable Quotes:

  • Pip: "It's quite small, isn't it?... It's definitely something." (43:52–43:56)
  • Dr. Ezra: "I could certainly feel something. It's small, but it doesn't feel concerning. ... I'll refer you to the breast clinic." (60:07–60:33)
  • Pip: "Try not to jump to any conclusions. It could be any number of things." (50:26)

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6. Generational Change and Female Empowerment

• Setting: Carol’s Cottage (17:32–19:31, 23:08–24:31)

• Summary:

  • Carol reflects on aging, self-sufficiency, and her history as a pioneering female market gardener.
  • Carol encourages Pip to embrace the future challenges of running Brookfield, highlighting generational succession and the importance of hard work.

• Notable Quotes:

  • Carol: "Luck's got nothing to do with it. You've proved yourself and worked hard. It's never easy." (23:33)
  • Carol: "I like my garden the way it is. Wild and beautiful." (18:25)

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Memorable Moments & Quotes

• Miranda breaks up with Brian:

  • "I'm sick to death of wasting my time trying to figure you out. I don't care what's going on with you anymore. I think it's time to call this a day." (75:03)

• Linda (on cricket):

  • "After everything I've done for that cricket team and all they do is make up malicious rumours behind my back." (35:22)
  • Robert: "It's just village cricket." (66:59)

• Tony’s emotional admission:

  • "I just think I need a bit of time to get used to the idea." (21:52)
  • "What must she think of me?" (47:06, after losing his temper about the cattle sale)

• On community spirit:

  • Linda: "You pin your promise on the tree in the churchyard and you get matched with someone who needs help." (05:05)

• Pip’s vulnerability:

  • "I mean, I... I don't really remember. I was, like, seven." (49:19, on her mother's illness)
  • Pip: "If it is something, then we'll just get through it. We all get through it." (50:33)

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Important Timestamps for Key Segments

• Brian and Miranda’s confrontation: 02:03–03:36, 11:11–12:27, 73:47–75:09
• Easter Promises Tree explained: 04:33–07:45
• Cricket pitch/club debate: 07:00–10:03, 27:50–33:15, 64:45–67:13
• Tony’s struggle with the Angus sale: 41:55–45:07, 47:19–48:29
• Pip finds a lump, goes to the doctor: 43:01–44:05, 56:07–62:19
• Carol and Pip’s discussion about responsibility: 23:08–24:31

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Tone and Style Notes

The tone of the episode is intimate, sometimes tense, and threaded with English rural warmth and wit. Characters are frank and emotionally open when they need to be, often undercutting tension with gentle humor or neighborly banter. Community spirit and the rhythms of change—personal and village-wide—are ever-present.

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Conclusion

This week in Ambridge brings heartfelt farewells—to relationships, to favourite livestock, and to old routines—while planting seeds for new beginnings. The community’s resourcefulness and resilience shine through volunteer initiatives, open conversations about mental health, and shifting generational roles. Both poignant and hopeful, the episode captures the cycles of letting go, starting over, and the everyday ties that bind rural life.

Transcript

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[Linda Roberts]

You're listening to the Archer's omnibus from BBC Radio 4.

[Brian Aldridge]

So you haven't been responding to my messages.

[Miranda]

I've been busy, Brian. Packing everything up. I am moving house, remember?

[Brian Aldridge]

Now listen, listen. I feel absolutely awful about how we left things. Can I take you out for lunch?

[Miranda]

It's going to take a lot more than lunch, Brian.

[Brian Aldridge]

Right. Well then, what shall we do you fancy a walk or something?

[Miranda]

No, I don't really feel like going out.

[Brian Aldridge]

Okay. Well, we can stay here then. Do you want a cup of tea or coffee?

[Miranda]

Not right now, thank you.

[Brian Aldridge]

Okay.

[Miranda]

Well, is he here? Rory?

[Brian Aldridge]

No, no, I think he's gone out with Alice.

[Miranda]

Okay. Brian, you said the reason you don't want to move in with me is because of him. Rory.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, I did.

[Miranda]

You said he's vulnerable.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, yes, and he is.

[Miranda]

But you know, Brian, I've been racking my brains all weekend. It's not just that, is it?

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, look, I'm not sure I follow.

[Miranda]

There has to be something else.

[Brian Aldridge]

There isn't.

[Miranda]

There has to be. Something you're not telling me.

[Brian Aldridge]

I promise that's all there is.

[Miranda]

Because I don't want to give up on this. On us.

[Brian Aldridge]

And neither do I, darling.

[Miranda]

Well, then you need to tell me. And I need the truth.

[Tom]

Lily said he's not working today.

[Miranda]

Who?

[Tom]

Oliver. I wanted to talk to him about the cricket pitch.

[Natasha]

All right, never mind. You know, I'm gonna miss these spontaneous lunch dates when Helen moves out.

[Tom]

Well, she's only moving around the corner. She can still babysit.

[Natasha]

Yeah, but hasn't it been lush having her on tap so we can just go out whenever we want?

[Brian Aldridge]

I'll just be pleased to have some

[Tom]

peace and quiet at home.

[Natasha]

Now, you do know she's not taking our kids too well.

[Tom]

As long as she takes Jack.

[Miranda]

Oh, he's not that loud.

[Pip Archer]

Right.

[Natasha]

What we having this time? The beef. Oh, and I see Ian's got a new starter with our purple sprouting broccoli.

[Tony Archer]

Oh, yeah.

[Tom]

Shame we don't get suppliers discount. They seem to hike the prices every week.

[Miranda]

Maybe we should do the same.

[Natasha]

Oh, just enjoy it, Tom. We've got a nice little nest egg behind us, what with Helen's rent money. In fact, I've been meaning to check our bank account, see what's what. Maybe I'll have a little look now.

[Linda Roberts]

Hello there.

[Robert]

Hello.

[Lillian]

Hi.

[Natasha]

Linda Roberts.

[Linda Roberts]

We've just been at the Palm Sunday service.

[Tom]

Oh, did you see Mum and Dad? They were taking the kids.

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, you should have seen Nova and Seren's faces light up when they saw the donkey.

[Natasha]

Did they get to give it a stroke?

[Robert]

Yes, and luckily the rain held off.

[Natasha]

They'll be made up.

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, and I promised Alan I would spray the word since Stephen's is running a little scheme for Easter. It's called the Easter Promises Tree.

[Miranda]

Ah, sounds sweet.

[Linda Roberts]

It is. It's a sort of volunteering matchmaking service.

[Miranda]

Okay.

[Linda Roberts]

You pin your promise on the tree in the churchyard and you get matched with someone who needs help.

[Natasha]

Oh, that's such a good idea, isn't it, Tom?

[Linda Roberts]

David and Ruth have just offered Pip to do some gardening and I'm going

[Robert]

to be mucking out in the stables.

[Linda Roberts]

Is there anything you'd like to offer up?

[Tom]

Oh, I'm sure we could throw in a few veg boxes. Don't you think, Natasha?

[Linda Roberts]

No, no, no, no. We're not talking freebies, Tom. We're talking about your time.

[Tom]

Oh, right.

[Robert]

Of course. It's only if you can spare it, though. I know you're busy people.

[Natasha]

Oh, I'm sure we can figure something out. How does it work again, Linda?

[Linda Roberts]

Well, say you had an afternoon on a Sunday, for example. We would write. Tom and Natasha have time on Sunday afternoon to do some, for example, cleaning work.

[Natasha]

Cleaning work.

[Miranda]

Okay.

[Linda Roberts]

And then we'd hang your promise up on the tree and Hilary Noakes and the ladies from the Flower Guild would match you to someone who could do with your help.

[Robert]

It could be anything. You could offer skills or training perhaps.

[Natasha]

Right. Well, I suppose. I suppose I could organise some work experience or something. Maybe Emma could train someone up on how to use a coffee machine.

[Linda Roberts]

Yes, great idea. Useful skill to add to someone's cv.

[Natasha]

And we could always do with some more casuals to call on. It would have to be on a quiet morning mind.

[Linda Roberts]

Well, I'm sure you'll have a queue of people wanting to do that.

[Natasha]

Right.

[Tom]

And what will you be doing, Linda? Have you got any Easter promise jobs planned?

[Linda Roberts]

Of course. I shall be leading way mostly by facilitating rallying the troops, joining hands and hearts and such like.

[Tom]

Joining hands and hearts, eh? Like you did with the cricket the other week.

[Linda Roberts]

I beg your pardon, Tom.

[Tom]

Well, you weren't so keen to facilitate then, were you?

[Linda Roberts]

I don't know to what you are referring.

[Tom]

Oh, I think you do.

[Brian Aldridge]

Linda.

[Robert]

Linda, shall we leave these two in peace? Find our table? I'm feeling rather peckish, I'll have you know.

[Linda Roberts]

Tom, I. I offered my assistance. I was very keen to support the Ambridge cricket team this season.

[Tom]

Yes, but we want a fresh start, Linda. Have you heard about this, Robert?

[Brian Aldridge]

Vaguely.

[Tom]

Well, we're starting a new pub team. We've got loads of people up for it, a full set of fixtures. All we want now is to play our home matches at the Ambridge ground. But no, Linda's gone and roped off the square and left the outfield to Ed Sheep.

[Robert]

I see.

[Linda Roberts]

Tom, I think you've completely made misunderstood the situation.

[Tom]

Oh, I don't think I have. You have been deliberately obstructed.

[Linda Roberts]

I certainly have not. I don't know where you've got this from, Linda.

[Robert]

Should we be on our way?

[Linda Roberts]

Do you know, Robert, I think we should enjoy your lunch. And do let us know how you get on with the work experience offering. Natasha.

[Azra]

Oh.

[Natasha]

Oh yes, no worries. Linda, why did you do that?

[Carol]

What?

[Natasha]

I will have to do that. Work experience.

[Miranda]

Will you?

[Natasha]

Yes, just to make it up to Linda.

[Brian Aldridge]

Here is the coffee.

[Miranda]

Oh, thank you. If you think he needs professional help, then let's get him some.

[Brian Aldridge]

I don't think it's that bad. But. But I can't abandon him.

[Miranda]

You're not abandoning him, Brian. You're just moving out. Not very far either. Why don't you call him now and then we can thrash it out?

[Brian Aldridge]

No.

[Miranda]

Why? Why not? We could do it face to face, all three of us together. If Rory and I get on very well, I'm sure he'd want to talk to me.

[Brian Aldridge]

No, Miranda, it's. It's. It's not a good time.

[Miranda]

What do you mean, it's not a good time? What else are you doing? How about I give him a call, see if he can come over now?

[Brian Aldridge]

No, no, no, Look, I don't think that's necessary.

[Miranda]

Let's just have this sing out, and then you'll be able to get on with your life.

[Brian Aldridge]

What do you mean, get on with my life? I am getting on with my life. I am not.

[Miranda]

You're letting your son's issues dictate your decisions.

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, no, that's just unfair.

[Miranda]

Right, I'll phone him then. No. Rory. Rory.

[Pip Archer]

No.

[Brian Aldridge]

I said no.

[Miranda]

Brian. Give it back.

[Brian Aldridge]

No.

[Miranda]

Why?

[Brian Aldridge]

Because. Because I don't want you speaking to him.

[Miranda]

But why not?

[Brian Aldridge]

Because Rory does not concern you.

[Natasha]

Oh, the money's come out for last month's energy bill.

[Carol]

Already?

[Tom]

How much?

[Natasha]

You don't want to know.

[Tom]

That's your fault. The thermostat needed to be set lower.

[Natasha]

Oh, and what about the new gearbox for the car?

[Tom]

Now, that was an essential.

[Natasha]

What a rip off, Right?

[Tom]

So bang goes the nest egg from Helen's rent.

[Natasha]

Afraid so. Well, we'll just have to tighten our belts. We'll be fine.

[Tom]

Maybe I should have ordered the veggie pie.

[Natasha]

Yours, is it?

[Brian Aldridge]

Yeah.

[Tom]

Oh, it's Helen.

[Ezra]

Everything okay?

[Tom]

Yeah, yeah, she's just messaging in case she forgets to tell me. Apparently she gave all the details to the auctioneers last week to list for a dispersal sale at Bochester Market.

[Miranda]

Is that for your dad's Anguses?

[Brian Aldridge]

Yeah.

[Pip Archer]

Wow.

[Natasha]

Big moment.

[Tom]

Yeah, Rather her than me.

[Natasha]

So he agreed, then?

[Tom]

Reluctantly.

[Natasha]

Bless him.

[Linda Roberts]

Hello.

[Robert]

Me again.

[Tom]

Oh, hi, Robert.

[Robert]

Please pardon the intrusion.

[Tom]

It's okay. Everything all right?

[Robert]

Just while Linda is occupied with her old colleagues. I just wanted to ask you, Tom, what exactly did you mean about the cricket ground and the new pub team? What seems to be the problem?

[Tom]

I have no idea, Robert.

[Robert]

You have no idea? But surely we can move edge sheep.

[Tom]

Well, who knows? And Linda listed a whole load of red tape issues the other week, but she didn't really give us any information on how to do anything about them.

[Miranda]

Right.

[Tom]

I was hoping to have a word with Oliver, see What? The Grey Gables take on it is. But he's not here today.

[Brian Aldridge]

Ah.

[Tom]

Why? What's Linda said? Sorry if I was a bit off. It's just very frustrating.

[Robert]

No, no, I can understand the frustration.

[Brian Aldridge]

Leave it with me.

[Robert]

I'll see what I can find out and I'll report back.

[Tom]

Great. Thanks, Robert.

[Robert]

Maybe don't mention our little chat to Linda. Aye aye, Captain. Thank you.

[Brian Aldridge]

Enjoy your meal.

[Natasha]

You too. Well, that sounds promising.

[Tom]

If anyone can get round Linda, he can.

[Brian Aldridge]

Please don't go. I didn't mean to get angry.

[Miranda]

No, Brian, unless you have something significant to tell me, I'm going home.

[Brian Aldridge]

Please. I didn't mean it.

[Miranda]

Well, what did you mean then? What did you mean when you said rory doesn't concern me? I. I'm your partner, aren't I? I'm supposed to be part of your life.

[Brian Aldridge]

I wasn't thinking straight.

[Miranda]

No, you weren't. There's something you're keeping from me.

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, please. Look, I don't want this to come between us, but what is this?

[Miranda]

Tell me.

[Brian Aldridge]

I don't know what to say.

[Miranda]

Because you're hiding something.

[Brian Aldridge]

So sorry.

[Miranda]

I've tried to be sympathetic and understanding.

[Brian Aldridge]

Please, please let me make it up to you. Let's go out. Let's do something.

[Miranda]

No, Brian. I don't want to go anywhere with you. I mean, I know you had history. Don't we all? But I'm beginning to see that it's all the tip of the iceberg with you.

[Brian Aldridge]

Please, Miranda.

[Miranda]

There is something deeply, deeply wrong here. And if you refuse to let me in, I cannot help you.

[Brian Aldridge]

There isn't anything.

[Miranda]

Or maybe it's just that you don't trust me, you don't respect me enough to let me in. Or how about this? You don't have the nerve to end it with me. Is that it?

[Brian Aldridge]

No, of course not.

[Miranda]

I love you, you know. Brian, I don't think I can believe a word you anymore.

[Brian Aldridge]

Please, Miranda, please, please don't say that.

[Miranda]

No, Brian. Without trust, we have nothing.

[Linda Roberts]

Well, it's like I said to Azra, there's such a strong sense of community here in Ambridge, she'll be overrun with ideas for her mental health initiative.

[Robert]

Yes, of course. I mean, I've always thought that a sense of belonging is important for your mental health.

[Linda Roberts]

I quite agree.

[Robert]

Feeling like you're part of a team. Cricket, for example, worked wonders. Ah, yes, Hambridge cricket was marvellous for bringing people together, even just for the social side of it. Whole village on a Sunday, gathering around the pitch to cheer the Team on, then the teas afterwards. Smashing.

[Linda Roberts]

Yes, quite. But that was the traditional ambush village team. Robert. I'm really not sure the ball can recreate all that.

[Robert]

Ah, yes. What are they proposing again?

[Linda Roberts]

Well, a completely new team. Personally, I don't think it'll have the same gravitas.

[Robert]

But surely it'll be the same people playing. And if they can sort out. Using the village pitch.

[Linda Roberts]

If they can sort that out.

[Robert]

What do you mean?

[Linda Roberts]

I would be very happy to navigate the team through the red tape and the various bureaucratic hurdles and what have you, but I just do not see the logic in setting up an entirely new team.

[Robert]

But, Lindy, what does it matter who they're playing for?

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, we've been through this, Robert. It matters to me. Besides, Oliver will never let them use the country park. And I can't think of a single person, not one, who might be able to change his mind.

[Robert]

No, dear, neither can I.

[Pip Archer]

This lawnmower's seen better days.

[Azra]

Yep, it's positively antique. Still works well, though.

[Pip Archer]

Right, well, you got everything?

[Azra]

Oh, did you bring the loppers? I think I'll need them.

[Pip Archer]

Yes, I've got them here.

[Azra]

Thanks. You've got a pretty big job on

[Pip Archer]

your hands here, Pip.

[Azra]

Yeah, it's all a bit wild, hasn't it? Did you meet Carol at our engagement party?

[Pip Archer]

No, I don't think so.

[Azra]

She spent the whole night in the corner talking to Gran and Leonard.

[Pip Archer]

I heard she's a bit of a character.

[Azra]

She is that.

[Miranda]

All right.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, good luck.

[Azra]

Hey, didn't you get volunteered to do something for this Easter promise tree thing?

[Pip Archer]

I sincerely hope not.

[Azra]

Wow. Lucky you. I've got Mum and Dad to thank for this.

[Carol]

No junk mail, no cold callers and definitely no religious maniac. Can't you read the sign on the door?

[Azra]

Yes. Hello, Carol, It's Pip Archer from Brookfield Farm. David and Ruth's daughter.

[Miranda]

Pip.

[Carol]

I haven't got my specs on. What do you want?

[Azra]

I've been sent to help with the garden.

[Carol]

My garden?

[Azra]

That's right.

[Carol]

And who's that?

[Azra]

Oh, that's Stella, my fiance.

[Miranda]

Hello, Carol.

[Pip Archer]

I don't think we met properly.

[Carol]

Oh, yes, yes, yes, I know who you are.

[Lillian]

Right.

[Azra]

Well, what do you think? Do you want me to get started telling Tidy Things Up a bit?

[Carol]

Why on earth would I want you to do that?

[Tony Archer]

Henry's been very quiet this morning. Do you think he's okay?

[Azra]

Yeah, I think so.

[Tony Archer]

It's hard letting go of livestock like this, especially the first time.

[Azra]

Oh, Henry's very sensible. I Wouldn't worry about him.

[Oliver]

Right, here it is. I think everything looks in order. Can you double check, please, Graham Horse?

[Azra]

I'm sure you've got it all covered.

[Miranda]

Henry, are you all right?

[Tony Archer]

This part's not always easy.

[Oliver]

Yeah, fine. The restaurant gave us a really good price for them, so it's worked out well, I think.

[Tony Archer]

Yeah, well, sounds great. Where is this place? Birmingham, did you say?

[Miranda]

Yeah.

[Oliver]

Posh Balti restaurant. Like to try it one day?

[Tony Archer]

Definitely. Listen, I know how hard it is letting go of things.

[Azra]

Animals.

[Oliver]

The goats were never meant to be pets, Granddad. They were always going slaughter.

[Tony Archer]

Yes, I know. You're right. So you're okay?

[Tom]

I'm fine.

[Oliver]

I just want to get this job done. Me and Khalil are hanging out today. Said I'd be over there this morning.

[Tony Archer]

Oh, of course. You need to make the most of your Easter holidays, right, Henry?

[Azra]

This all looks good to me.

[Oliver]

Great. Thanks, Graham.

[Brian Aldridge]

Hello, folks.

[Tony Archer]

Good morning, Tom.

[Azra]

Hi, Tom.

[Tom]

Oh, D Day for the goats, is it, Henry?

[Tony Archer]

Yep.

[Tom]

Oh, Henry, I've been meaning to ask, are you up for cricket practice next week?

[Oliver]

Yeah, maybe. I'll just go speak to the driver, give him this back.

[Miranda]

Sure.

[Azra]

I'll come with you.

[Oliver]

Thanks.

[Tony Archer]

How's the new cricket team going?

[Miranda]

We'll see.

[Tom]

We've got Robert on the case now.

[Tony Archer]

Good man. You know, Henry's done really well with all of this. I'm so impressed.

[Tom]

Well, not everyone is as sentimental about livestock as you, dad.

[Tony Archer]

I'm not sentimental.

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, yeah? I'm not.

[Tom]

And what about the Anguses?

[Tony Archer]

Well, what about them?

[Brian Aldridge]

Nothing.

[Tom]

Nothing?

[Tony Archer]

What's Helen said now? Nothing. I've agreed to let them go, haven't I?

[Tom]

Yes. Well done.

[Tony Archer]

Oh, thank you. Try to be a little less patronizing,

[Brian Aldridge]

if you could, Tom.

[Azra]

Got lots of good stuff here, Carol.

[Carol]

What did you expect?

[Azra]

Are you sure you don't want to keep some of it?

[Carol]

No. What do I need gardening tools for? Now you take them.

[Azra]

Sure.

[Pip Archer]

Thank you.

[Azra]

Gran said you used to be a prolific grower back in the day.

[Carol]

Of course. I was a market gardener. My Frisias and croissants were the best in the county. This was before I opened the farm shop, of course.

[Azra]

And you ran the flour and produce.

[Carol]

A lifetime ago. Now I'm just one of the needy, according to Alan. Oh, what a perisher that man is. Sending you along to do my gardening. I wasting your time like this.

[Azra]

Oh, I don't mind. I just think that, you know, seeing as you rent the cottage from us, from Brookfield, it's only fair that we come along and help. That's if want me to.

[Carol]

Well, I don't want you to. I like my garden the way it is. Wild and beautiful.

[Azra]

Well, okay then.

[Carol]

Isn't that what it's all about nowadays? Letting the grass grow?

[Azra]

Yeah. Yeah, I suppose it is. But you might want a little tidy up. Make it easier for you to get in and out.

[Carol]

You know, I get so many lovely little birds feeding here. And I've got a resident hedgehog. He lives over there.

[Azra]

That's sweet. Well, we wouldn't want to disturb him.

[Carol]

Certainly not.

[Azra]

Although we could keep a little wild area if you want. I mean, there's some shrubs that could probably benefit from being cut back. And I can tell you've looked after

[Miranda]

it over the years.

[Carol]

No, thank you. I want to keep it all exactly as it is.

[Ezra]

Okay.

[Azra]

Well, I'll give Stella a call, see if she can come and help me get all the. This stuff packed up. Probably hasn't got too far.

[Carol]

Hang on, hang on. Maybe some of it could do with a little attention, seeing as you come all the way here.

[Azra]

Oh, sure.

[Carol]

And the back needs doing, too. There's a little bench. Would be quite nice to sit out there again.

[Azra]

Yeah, of course.

[Carol]

As long as you don't touch anything over there.

[Azra]

No, no, of course. Don't want to disturb Mr. Hedgehog.

[Miranda]

Good.

[Carol]

Well, that's settled then. But I won't be able to keep you company. I've things to do.

[Miranda]

A job well done, Henry.

[Azra]

And maybe we'll see about putting the nannies to the back again next week. What do you say?

[Robert]

Yeah, sure.

[Oliver]

Nice one, Graham.

[Tony Archer]

Well done, Henry. This was all your idea. And look how well it's turned out.

[Oliver]

Yeah, I know. I'm well happy.

[Brian Aldridge]

Right.

[Oliver]

Is it okay if I get going now?

[Tony Archer]

Of course it is. What's the plan for today? With Khalil?

[Oliver]

Yeah, he's got a new skateboard he wants me to try out with him.

[Azra]

Wow.

[Tom]

Sounds gnarly.

[Brian Aldridge]

Gnarly. Okay, Henry.

[Tony Archer]

Take care now.

[Brian Aldridge]

Right.

[Azra]

I should get over to the Edible Forest, see how Akram's getting on.

[Tony Archer]

Yeah, me too.

[Tom]

Oh, dad, wait up. Dad. You know I'm sorry about what I said before. Didn't mean to upset you.

[Tony Archer]

You haven't upset me.

[Tom]

No, I just wasn't being very sensitive. I put my foot in it. Natasha thinks I'm a coiled spring at the moment.

[Tony Archer]

It's fine. Don't worry. And are you a coiled spring?

[Tom]

Oh, I don't know. Maybe. No offense to her, but I'll be glad when Helen and the boys move out.

[Tony Archer]

Yeah, I bet.

[Tom]

I mean, don't get me wrong, we've had quite a few laughs, but I think. I think it's time.

[Tony Archer]

Well, I can't believe how long you've all put up with each other.

[Tom]

Yeah, it's been longer than I would have liked.

[Tony Archer]

It'll be easier when you all get some space.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yeah. Yeah, I hope so.

[Tom]

Anyway, I'm sorry about before. I know it's difficult letting go of livestock. I found it hard when I had to get rid of the pigs.

[Brian Aldridge]

Did you?

[Miranda]

Yeah, of course.

[Tony Archer]

I don't know, Tom. The Anguses have just been a part of the farm for over a decade. I know you all think I'm being silly, but I'll miss them. Part of me worries if we're doing the right thing.

[Miranda]

But we are.

[Tom]

Business wise. It just doesn't make sense to keep them.

[Tony Archer]

No, but like I said to Helen, it's not just about that, is it?

[Brian Aldridge]

Sure.

[Tom]

But if we want to stay profitable, we have to make these kind of difficult decisions.

[Tony Archer]

Yes, I know. I've been through all this with your mum.

[Tom]

So you're not changing your mind, are you?

[Tony Archer]

Dad, I just think I need a bit of time to get used to the idea.

[Tom]

Yeah, of course.

[Tony Archer]

And then when the time's right, I'll contact the auctioneers. Oh, right.

[Tom]

You'll contact the auctioneers. Yeah, but I think Helen's.

[Miranda]

What?

[Tom]

Oh, nothing. No, sorry. I think Helen said she might do it. But it's fine. I understand.

[Tony Archer]

Dad, once I make that call to the auctioneers, I'll know I'm ready to let them go.

[Tom]

Okay? Yeah, of course.

[Azra]

Right. Well, at least you and Anna can have a cup of tea out here next time she comes in.

[Carol]

Between her pestering me to employ Help.

[Linda Roberts]

Help.

[Carol]

Cleaners and carers. I've told her I don't want any of it. I'm not incompetent.

[Azra]

Well, a lot of people have cleaners.

[Carol]

Well, I did have a cleaner.

[Azra]

Did you?

[Carol]

I got rid of her.

[Brian Aldridge]

Ah.

[Carol]

Like I said to Anna, I can do it all myself. I'm perfectly adept.

[Azra]

Yes, of course you are. I understand exactly what you mean. I much prefer to do a job myself.

[Carol]

Yes, I can see that. Your gran says you've got a big future ahead of you. Taking over Brookfield Farm. Big responsibility.

[Azra]

Yeah, well, eventually. I'm looking forward to it. I mean, I'm not looking forward to my parents getting older, but I think, you know, I'm up for the challenge, the possibilities.

[Carol]

And everyone's supportive of you. Are they what about those brothers of yours?

[Azra]

Yeah, I mean, I think so. I'm sure Gran's told you. Josh is away at the moment and Ben, well, he's trained as a nurse now, so I guess I was the natural choice. Really feel very lucky.

[Carol]

Luck's got nothing to do with it. You've proved yourself and worked hard. It's never easy.

[Azra]

Well, thank you.

[Carol]

And Stella, Is she going to work at Brookville too?

[Azra]

We haven't really talked about it, but I hope so eventually.

[Carol]

Something to think about.

[Azra]

Yeah, I guess.

[Carol]

So life is going well for you both?

[Azra]

Yeah. Yeah, I suppose it is a lot

[Carol]

to look forward to.

[Azra]

Yeah, I'd say so. Well, I've probably done enough for now. I'll start clearing up these branches and then I'll get out of your hair. Sure you've got loads to be getting on with.

[Carol]

Oh, yes. Just a spot of light scuba diving this afternoon.

[Miranda]

Right.

[Carol]

I'm glad life is good for you, Pep. You and stuff. Stella, enjoy these moments.

[Azra]

Yeah, thank you.

[Carol]

When the dog lies easy. Best you watch the door.

[Azra]

Cleo never lies easy. She's got tons of energy. Oh, but you didn't mean it like.

[Pip Archer]

Hello, how's it going?

[Carol]

Hello, Stella. What do you think?

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, this is great. Very tidy.

[Carol]

I've just been hearing all about your excitement. Exciting future together.

[Linda Roberts]

Ah, great.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, it is exciting.

[Azra]

Everything okay? Yeah, fine.

[Pip Archer]

Do you want to hand clearing up?

[Azra]

Oh, yeah, thanks.

[Tom]

Hey, mom, you got a sec?

[Azra]

Yeah, sure, Tom, what's up?

[Tom]

I think we have a problem with dad.

[Miranda]

Why?

[Azra]

What is it?

[Tom]

I think he's having a wobble. About the Anguses? No, we were just talking about, you know, him letting go of them. And he said when he feels ready, he will contact the auctioneers to list them for sale.

[Azra]

Okay, fair enough.

[Tom]

But Mum, Helen's already done it.

[Miranda]

Ah.

[Tom]

And I didn't have the heart to tell him.

[Azra]

Oh, I wouldn't worry.

[Miranda]

Why?

[Tom]

Why not?

[Azra]

Oh, he was probably just having a moment. Really? Dad knows the Anguses have to go.

[Miranda]

We all do.

[Azra]

The audit was tough, but we've got to keep the farm as clean as possible.

[Tom]

Will you tell him then?

[Azra]

Of course.

[Tom]

Because I don't think he's quite on the same page as everyone else.

[Azra]

Oh, he'll come round.

[Tom]

Will he?

[Azra]

Honestly, Tom, trust me, once dad sees it in black and white, he's going to be absolutely fine about it all.

[Tom]

Okay, if you say so.

[Robert]

Nothing like the smell of hay and horses.

[Linda Roberts]

Far more pleasant than our llama. Although I wouldn't trade Salieri in for

[Brian Aldridge]

anything of Course not.

[Linda Roberts]

Pat was telling me that Tony's getting rid of his beloved Anguses.

[Carol]

Oh, really?

[Robert]

That'll be a wrench.

[Linda Roberts]

You're doing a wonderful job there, Robert. Aren't you in fine fetters?

[Robert]

You're not bad for my age. Am I?

[Linda Roberts]

I say, and our first evening. Least a promise job ticked off first.

[Robert]

How many are we doing?

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, well, I told Alan I'd send pictures of our progress for little Gracie.

[Brian Aldridge]

Poor little lamb.

[Azra]

Yeah.

[Robert]

I hope it's nothing serious.

[Linda Roberts]

Routine surgery, I think. Her mother said they would keep her in for observation. But anyway, we're glad to help out, especially for those in need. Yes, I. I think I might go and see if I can find Lillian.

[Miranda]

Okey doke.

[Linda Roberts]

And oh, before I forget, speaking of being in fine fettle, it's your birthday next week.

[Robert]

Don't remind me.

[Linda Roberts]

Any requests?

[Robert]

Peace, camaraderie and love in Ambridge.

[Linda Roberts]

Socks it is then. Am I okay to leave you to it?

[Robert]

Absolutely.

[Azra]

Ah, hello, Linda.

[Brian Aldridge]

Robert. How often we see you down here.

[Robert]

Afternoon, Oliver.

[Linda Roberts]

We're on an Easter promise trip. Tree mission. Little girl who's in hospital said we'd help the family with mucking out her horse.

[Brian Aldridge]

Ah, very good of you.

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, you know, just doing our bit. And how about you, Oliver? Are you doing anything Easter promise wise?

[Brian Aldridge]

I haven't had a chance to look yet, but I most certainly will.

[Linda Roberts]

That's the spirit. We must all do what we can now. I'm sorry, you must excuse me. I need to find Villian.

[Robert]

How's things, Oliver?

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, not bad, not bad. Bit creaky, but, you know, keeping on

[Robert]

as we all do. Oliver, there's something I wanted to ask you far away. It's about the Ambridge village cricket ground.

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, yes, what about it?

[Robert]

There's a new village cricket team in Germination and they're eager to use the home pitch. I wondered if you could clear up all this red tape business.

[Brian Aldridge]

Red tape business?

[Robert]

Hmm. Seems there's a lot of frustration as to why they can't simply just use the cricket ground. It's practically the same team, just under different name.

[Brian Aldridge]

I wasn't aware there were any issues. Really? No. As far as I'm concerned, the cricket ground and pitch is available to everyone.

[Robert]

So what, there's no bother with the administration, insurance and whatnot?

[Brian Aldridge]

All easily sorted.

[Robert]

And there was talk about Ed's sheep.

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, Ed said he's happy to move them whenever we need him to.

[Miranda]

Right.

[Robert]

So I can tell them they can go ahead with the home fixture?

[Brian Aldridge]

Absolutely. That's what he's there for.

[Robert]

Right.

[Tony Archer]

Okay.

[Robert]

I. I just didn't think it would be so straightforward.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, there's a lot to be said for keeping things simple.

[Robert]

Well, yes, quite. Thank you. You know, I don't suppose you'd be able to relay all that to Linda, could you?

[Brian Aldridge]

Of course I will.

[Robert]

But, you know, maybe don't mention that I was asking. Right. Oh, you know what Linda's like.

[Brian Aldridge]

What happened to keeping things simple?

[Linda Roberts]

Ah, Lillian, I've had the most marvelous idea. What do you think about cleaning up the bus shelter on the village green?

[Azra]

I'm sorry?

[Lillian]

The bus shelter?

[Linda Roberts]

Yes, as part of the Easter Promises Project. Have you heard about it? You see, it's a neat little church.

[Lillian]

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. I've heard all about it from Hilary Noakes. But, darling, like I said to her, I just don't think I can spare the time, really.

[Carol]

It should.

[Lillian]

Truly, Linda, I really am run off my feet most days.

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, how tiring for you.

[Miranda]

Yes, it is rather.

[Lillian]

Now, darling, are you okay? I heard you were still feeling rather raw about the cricket.

[Linda Roberts]

Raw? Who have you been talking to? Tom.

[Azra]

Tom?

[Lillian]

No, darling, I just heard you were pleading for people to come back to the Anbridge team.

[Linda Roberts]

I was hardly pleading, really. I was merely reminding people of the great history and heritage our village cricket club and how it must be protected, not thrown away in favor of a pub team.

[Lillian]

And what's wrong with a pub team?

[Linda Roberts]

Well, nothing per se. But it just wouldn't be befitting, would it? I mean, for somewhere like Ambridge.

[Lillian]

Right.

[Linda Roberts]

If you see what I mean.

[Lillian]

Well, I don't, really. But if people want to move on, start afresh, we must let them, don't you think?

[Linda Roberts]

Ah, but for a pub team, you would say that, wouldn't you?

[Lillian]

Oh, look, there is Miranda. Look, I'm terribly sorry, Linda. I mustache. You'll have to excuse me.

[Miranda]

Of course.

[Lillian]

As I said, I am very, very busy. Miranda, how lovely to see you.

[Azra]

Hello, Lillian.

[Lillian]

Oh, thank goodness. You've saved me from Linda. Oh, you're going on a hack.

[Miranda]

Yes.

[Lillian]

Have you had. Justin's on the point of clinching a deal on his BL shares, and he thinks there's another investor sniffing round. Good news all round, I'd say.

[Miranda]

Yes, I suppose so.

[Lillian]

Is everything all right?

[Miranda]

Hasn't he told you?

[Azra]

Who?

[Brian Aldridge]

Ryan.

[Lillian]

Told me what?

[Miranda]

He won't move into the farmhouse with me.

[Lillian]

Really?

[Miranda]

So he says.

[Azra]

Well, I'm very surprised.

[Lillian]

Why ever not?

[Miranda]

I'm not entirely sure.

[Lillian]

Well, surely he'll change his mind.

[Miranda]

I don't know.

[Brian Aldridge]

Probably not.

[Lillian]

What on earth's made him come to that decision?

[Miranda]

Rory, apparently.

[Linda Roberts]

Rory?

[Miranda]

Yes, he's worried about him. Says he needs to stay at Blossom Hill with him.

[Linda Roberts]

Right.

[Miranda]

Oh, Lillian, it's a complete mess. I don't know what to do. I'm trying to distract myself by going on a hack.

[Lillian]

Oh, darling, look, would it help if you had some company?

[Miranda]

I don't think that'll be much fun.

[Lillian]

It might help to talk.

[Miranda]

Well, ok, yes, but only if you've got the time.

[Lillian]

Yes, yes, yes, I've got a quiet afternoon. Look, just don't let Linda see me.

[Miranda]

Well, then, that would be nice. Thank you.

[Lillian]

Right, well, it won't be a minute. I'll just tack up.

[Brian Aldridge]

Linda. I'm not sure tidying up the village green would be good for the old bat or the equally ancient knees.

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, come now, Oliver. We're only as old as we feel.

[Brian Aldridge]

Anything else I can do less physically demanding.

[Robert]

Oh, I'm sure there is.

[Linda Roberts]

How about something with young people?

[Brian Aldridge]

Er, well, I. I could perhaps help them with some reading sessions or something.

[Linda Roberts]

That's a lovely idea.

[Brian Aldridge]

Ok, I'll think about it.

[Linda Roberts]

Right. I'll let Alan know.

[Brian Aldridge]

Anyway, before I saddle up. Duke, there's something I've been meaning to say. Talk to you about.

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, yes, I'm all ears.

[Brian Aldridge]

I've heard that there's been some misinformation floating around the village.

[Linda Roberts]

Misinformation? What do you mean by misinformation?

[Robert]

I think it just means confusion.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, yes, yes, confusion.

[Linda Roberts]

Confusion around what?

[Brian Aldridge]

The average cricket ground?

[Linda Roberts]

Yes, And?

[Brian Aldridge]

And, well, I'm happy to confirm that the cricket pitch is most definitely open to anyone. I hear this. Starting a new PUP team.

[Linda Roberts]

Right.

[Robert]

Oh, now, well, that's great news, isn't it, Linda?

[Linda Roberts]

I suppose so.

[Brian Aldridge]

So there it is. Now, I. I must be getting on.

[Linda Roberts]

Oliver, what exactly do you mean when you say misinformation?

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, you know, just that there might be some confusion as to what the terms were regarding its use.

[Linda Roberts]

Confusion? Confusion from whom? Who have you been talking to?

[Robert]

Oh, no one.

[Brian Aldridge]

No one in particular. But I just wanted to. There are absolutely no red tape issues.

[Linda Roberts]

Red tape issues?

[Robert]

Well, thank you, Oliver. That's wonderful news.

[Brian Aldridge]

Not a problem. Now, I must get back to Juice. You'll be desperate to get up for some exercise.

[Robert]

Yes, of course. Thanks, Oliver. I'll just. I'll come with you.

[Brian Aldridge]

Put this away.

[Miranda]

What do you think, Lillian? Can you shed any light? Be brutal.

[Lillian]

Well, the only thing I can think of is what I've said to you before. Brian might not realize it, but there's a lot tied up in that house, you know, with Jenny, and I'm not sure he can cope with that.

[Miranda]

I know, but we talked through all that so many times.

[Lillian]

Yeah, I'm sure you did. But, you know, maybe Brian himself didn't even realize till it was actually going to be a reality.

[Miranda]

Yeah.

[Lillian]

You know, Mark.

[Azra]

Never go back.

[Miranda]

You know, I was so wrapped up in the idea of having a big, beautiful house, having friends and family around to enjoy it. Me and Brian together. Maybe I'd been naively thinking this was the right thing to do, that I was doing him a favor, finally reuniting home farmland with the house. But maybe I was wrong. Very, very wrong.

[Lillian]

No, Miranda, you weren't wrong.

[Miranda]

Can't help feeling I've made a terrible mistake.

[Lillian]

Oh. Oh, dear me. That's Oliver. Having trouble with you?

[Miranda]

Yes. Is he okay, do you think?

[Lillian]

Well, he's managed to stay on. Look, I. I better go check. It's turned you around.

[Azra]

Now get on.

[Lillian]

Oliver. Hold on. We're coming.

[Linda Roberts]

After everything I've done for that cricket team and all they do is make up malicious rumors behind my back.

[Robert]

Bust me my shoes, will you, Lindy? I don't think anyone's been doing that.

[Linda Roberts]

But what about Oliver saying misinformation? What did he mean by that? Sounds as if he's saying I'm purposefully spreading lies and being deceitful.

[Robert]

He didn't say anything about you, Linda.

[Linda Roberts]

All I was doing was simply outlining the practicalities.

[Robert]

Oliver was talking about something he'd obviously heard on the village grapevine.

[Linda Roberts]

Yes, but from whom?

[Robert]

I really don't think this is what you should be focusing on. It's good news. Oliver said the new team can use the Ambridge pitch. Isn't that a relief? I mean, it would have been ridiculous for them to have to play every match at an away ground. Especially when we have such a beautiful village pitch right here in Hambridge.

[Azra]

No.

[Linda Roberts]

If only it were that s simple.

[Robert]

But, Linda, it is.

[Miranda]

No, no, Robert.

[Linda Roberts]

Someone is trying to meddle in all this, painting me as the villain. And I, for one, am determined to find out who.

[Lillian]

Three coffees. The Irish way. I think we all need it.

[Brian Aldridge]

Thanks, Lillian.

[Miranda]

Thank you.

[Brian Aldridge]

I should have realized when Duke stopped suddenly like that. Should have known he was going to rear. But it was so unlikely that.

[Azra]

Oh, poor Duke.

[Brian Aldridge]

Must have been a rabbit or something.

[Lillian]

Probably.

[Brian Aldridge]

You know, I. I wasn't sure about coming out this afternoon.

[Lillian]

Really?

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, you know how it is. Feeling a bit rusty. So I was being A bit more careful than usual. I think a horse can sense it when a mount's not right.

[Lillian]

It happens to the best of us, Oliver. Best thing to do is just to kick on. Don't you think, Miranda?

[Miranda]

Absolutely.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, I'm beginning to question if it is.

[Azra]

Really?

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes.

[Lillian]

Oh, don't say that. You'll never give up, Oliver. Riding and horses, they're in your veins.

[Brian Aldridge]

Perhaps. But I was wondering when something like this might happen.

[Lillian]

Oh, nonsense, darling. It's just a little blip.

[Brian Aldridge]

Maybe. But I can't keep doing this forever.

[Lillian]

We all have little mishaps from time to time, don't we, Miranda? I'm sure you feel the same.

[Miranda]

Sorry?

[Natasha]

You know.

[Lillian]

Mishaps? Riding.

[Azra]

Oh.

[Miranda]

Oh, yes, yes.

[Lillian]

Don't let it get you down.

[Brian Aldridge]

But I do feel it's important to know when to give up on something.

[Lillian]

Well, I'm sorry, but I have to disagree. Miranda, please back me up here.

[Miranda]

Oh, I don't know, Lillian. If Oliver thinks it's time, there's not a lot we can say to change his mind.

[Azra]

Yes.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, you're right, I'm sorry to say. Sometimes we just have to face up to the facts. We have to give up on the things we love before we really get.

[Carol]

Get heard.

[Brian Aldridge]

Even if we don't want to.

[Miranda]

Yes, I know just what you mean.

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[Azra]

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[Ezra]

Thanks for taking the time to do this.

[Azra]

It's okay, Ezra.

[Ezra]

I know it's the end of a long day.

[Natasha]

A cup of tea and some adult chat is always welcome in my book.

[Ezra]

So, as I said, this is part of the surgery's mental health initiative.

[Azra]

Okay.

[Ezra]

So at this point, I'm just gathering views, opinions. Please don't worry about saying anything you think is irrelevant. It's all valuable.

[Natasha]

Yeah, I mean, people aren't so ready to talk about mental health challenges, are they? I think around here, everyone's got so much to do, we just get on with things. And I do think it's the men that often find it difficult to open up.

[Azra]

You know, Tony's having a hard time letting go of his Angus hurt.

[Natasha]

Oh, really?

[Azra]

Yeah, they're one of the casualties of our audit, I'm afraid.

[Ezra]

Oh, that's such a shame.

[Azra]

No, no, it's the right thing to do. It's just, you know, it's hard for him.

[Carol]

I can imagine.

[Azra]

I think it is time of life. It's. It's difficult to start letting go of things. Things that have made him happy.

[Miranda]

Yeah.

[Azra]

I'm not saying it's a mental health issue.

[Robert]

It's.

[Azra]

It's just the ups and downs of farming life, I guess. Having to change, be adaptable.

[Tom]

Well, sorry, Mum. Her girls have made a den in the living room. It's all a bit of a mess now, but I'll tidy it before we go.

[Natasha]

So what are they doing now?

[Tom]

Watching telly.

[Natasha]

More screen time.

[Tom]

What are you gonna do? Hi, Ezra.

[Linda Roberts]

Hide some?

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, yes, please.

[Natasha]

Now that you're here, Tom, have you got any nuggets of wisdom?

[Ezra]

Yeah, ideas about how we can help people deal with mental health issues. It's an Initiative we're running at the surgery.

[Tom]

I don't know, just tell them to suck it up, I guess.

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, Tom. What?

[Tom]

Life is rubbish sometimes and you just have to deal with it.

[Natasha]

Well, that's not very sympathetic.

[Ezra]

No, no, Natasha, I appreciate Tom's comments. As I said, everything's useful. Everyone's opinions are valid.

[Natasha]

Right.

[Tony Archer]

Oh, good, you're all here. Can someone please tell me why there's an advert listing the dispersal sale of organic angus cattle from Mr. Tony Archer Bridge Farm?

[Azra]

I'm sorry, Tony, we're just talking to Azrah.

[Ezra]

Hi, Tony.

[Tony Archer]

I mean, how has this happened? When I only spoke to you the other day, Tom, and said I would call the auctioneer when the time was right.

[Tom]

Yeah, dad, about that.

[Tony Archer]

It says here that is happening in a few weeks. I mean, what's going on? Is someone playing an April Fool's joke?

[Azra]

Turn it up. Would you please sit down?

[Tony Archer]

No, I don't want to sit down. Thank you.

[Azra]

Yes, I think you should.

[Natasha]

And maybe a biscuit.

[Azra]

Stella. Stella, can you come here, please? Oh, steamy in here.

[Pip Archer]

Show over a window. You always have the shower on so hot. I don't know how you can stand it.

[Azra]

Stella, I need you to have a look at something. What?

[Pip Archer]

What is it?

[Azra]

Might be nothing, but I think I can feel something. Just here.

[Pip Archer]

Right. Okay.

[Azra]

Can you.

[Miranda]

Can.

[Azra]

Can you see if you can feel what I think I can feel?

[Pip Archer]

Yeah.

[Azra]

Okay.

[Pip Archer]

I'm sorry, my hands are going to be a little bit cold.

[Azra]

It's okay.

[Brian Aldridge]

Just.

[Azra]

It's here. Sort of like a lump.

[Pip Archer]

We're here.

[Miranda]

Yeah.

[Azra]

What do you think?

[Pip Archer]

Not quite sure, really.

[Azra]

So you can't feel anything?

[Pip Archer]

I don't know. I just can't. I mean, I don't think so.

[Azra]

Okay, good. I mean, I thought I felt something. I'm right here. Yeah, yeah, right. Right here. This is it. Give me your hand.

[Miranda]

Can you feel it

[Pip Archer]

all right? Yeah, Yeah, I can.

[Miranda]

Right, right.

[Azra]

Okay. Yeah, I thought so.

[Pip Archer]

I mean, it's. It's quite small, isn't it?

[Azra]

It's definitely something.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, maybe.

[Azra]

Okay, so I'll. I'll call the doctors tomorrow. They'll probably be closed now.

[Pip Archer]

Okay.

[Azra]

Is Rosie still having her tea?

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, she's just finishing up.

[Azra]

Okay, well, let's just. Just keep things normal. Get Rosie to bed. Yeah? I don't want her knowing.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, of course.

[Azra]

Don't say anything in front of her.

[Pip Archer]

No, no, no. Sure.

[Azra]

Okay, so I'll just get dressed.

[Tony Archer]

Would someone please tell me how this has happened without me even knowing?

[Azra]

Well, you did know, Tony.

[Tony Archer]

Did I?

[Ezra]

You know, I think I'm gonna get going. I'll just see how Akram's getting on, if he's finished.

[Azra]

Oh, no, no, you don't need to go as well.

[Ezra]

It's okay.

[Miranda]

Thanks.

[Ezra]

It's has been really useful.

[Natasha]

Of course. Thanks, Azra.

[Ezra]

No problem. Please don't get up. I'm just gonna get my stuff together.

[Tom]

See, the thing is, dad, Helen listed them last week.

[Azra]

Last week?

[Linda Roberts]

Yeah.

[Tom]

You did have a conversation with her, didn't you? When you said you were okay with letting them go?

[Tony Archer]

Yeah, I did. But I didn't expect her to get straight onto the auctioneers like this. I need at least a few weeks. Great.

[Pip Archer]

Hi, everyone.

[Azra]

Hi, Azra.

[Tom]

But what?

[Tony Archer]

Why didn't you tell me when we talked about it?

[Tom]

I don't know, I just. I just couldn't. I thought you'd be upset. And then I spoke to Mum and I thought she would tell you.

[Azra]

Tony, it's not Tom's fault. It's not anyone's fault. You agreed for the sale to go ahead. We all knew that. And Helen's just being efficient. You can't blame her for that.

[Natasha]

Maybe it's better this way, eh, Tony? Like ripping off a plaster.

[Tony Archer]

Well, it would have been nice to have been warned.

[Azra]

But you knew it was gonna happen, love.

[Tony Archer]

Yes, but not. Not so soon.

[Azra]

Oh, Tony, please don't be like that.

[Pip Archer]

Everything all right, Rosie? Sleep.

[Azra]

She's still reading, but yeah, yeah, we were just doing her phonics homework. A little tricky this week.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, Dan will be ready in 10. It's just in the oven.

[Miranda]

Lovely, thanks.

[Azra]

I think I need a glass of wine.

[Pip Archer]

Already poured you one.

[Azra]

Oh, thanks, Pip.

[Pip Archer]

You okay?

[Azra]

Yeah, fine.

[Pip Archer]

I can take Rosie to school tomorrow if you want.

[Azra]

No, it's okay. I can take her.

[Pip Archer]

That's fine. I don't mind.

[Azra]

You don't have to. I can do it.

[Pip Archer]

But you might have an appointment. Yeah, you know, it's most likely nothing. I've been looking on my phone. There's lots of other things it could be.

[Azra]

I know, but you know about my mum.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, of course.

[Azra]

She was a similar age.

[Pip Archer]

Do you want me to call Razra? I mean, I'm sure she wouldn't mind.

[Azra]

What, now?

[Pip Archer]

Yeah.

[Azra]

No.

[Miranda]

Why?

[Pip Archer]

I don't know. She might be able to reassure you.

[Azra]

She won't be able to say anything until she's actually examined me.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, sure, sure. Ignore me.

[Azra]

Plus, she won't want the whole village calling her about every lump and bump.

[Pip Archer]

No, no, no. Being silly.

[Azra]

I'll call the doctors, first thing. They'll give me an appointment.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, they will. Make sure you say it's urgent, though.

[Azra]

Yeah.

[Pip Archer]

You'll be okay?

[Azra]

Yeah, I'll be okay.

[Tony Archer]

I don't know why you didn't just tell me.

[Azra]

I honestly forgot, Tony.

[Tony Archer]

Did you really?

[Azra]

Of course. I think I wanted a scene like that in front of Azra.

[Tony Archer]

Was I awful?

[Robert]

You were a bit.

[Tony Archer]

Poor Ezra. Had I better apologize, I would at some point. Oh, dear. What must she think of me?

[Azra]

Ah, she's seen it all before. It was kind of ironic that we were talking about men not being able to talk about their feelings. No, you're just coming to terms with letting go.

[Tony Archer]

Oh, you make it sound so dramatic.

[Azra]

You were the one who made it dramatic.

[Tony Archer]

Well, I didn't mean to.

[Azra]

Well, it's a big deal.

[Tony Archer]

For you it is.

[Azra]

And I imagine you're feeling a bit out of control.

[Tony Archer]

Too right I am.

[Azra]

Look, it's not like you've never been through this before. I seem to remember you were exactly the same when we wound up our first day.

[Tony Archer]

Yes, but then I got the Anguses, didn't I?

[Azra]

And they've been your pride and joy. And you've got a lot out of them over the years.

[Tony Archer]

I have.

[Azra]

But you will find something else.

[Tony Archer]

Will I?

[Azra]

And it's in good hands. The farm, if that's what you're worried about.

[Tony Archer]

I know that. And I'm not worried.

[Azra]

Helen's got loads of ideas. Things are looking bright.

[Tony Archer]

I know, I know.

[Azra]

Change is inevitable. Radical vision. It's what we're known for.

[Tony Archer]

Yes. Yes, And I'm up for it.

[Azra]

Of course you are. Now, listen, I know I forgot to tell you that tiny detail about the auctioneers, but. Look, it doesn't mean I wasn't thinking about you. Here.

[Tony Archer]

What's this?

[Azra]

A little memento of your favourite animals. So you never have to really let them go.

[Tony Archer]

That anger's heard for my model railway. Oh, thank you, Pat.

[Miranda]

Now do you forgive me?

[Tony Archer]

Oh.

[Brian Aldridge]

All right.

[Azra]

Mmm.

[Pip Archer]

There's more if you want it.

[Lillian]

Thanks.

[Azra]

No, I'm okay. Sorry. It was lovely.

[Pip Archer]

You don't have to say that. It was Underwood's finest.

[Azra]

So, do you want to watch something?

[Pip Archer]

Yeah.

[Azra]

Okay.

[Pip Archer]

Something funny. And I'll try not to fall asleep.

[Azra]

Yeah, all right.

[Pip Archer]

Okay. I'll just clear this lot up, then.

[Azra]

Mum was only 32 when she got it. Breast cancer?

[Pip Archer]

Yeah.

[Azra]

I mean, I. I don't really remember. I was, like, seven.

[Pip Archer]

You were very young.

[Azra]

Same age as Rosie.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah.

[Lillian]

And.

[Pip Archer]

And does she talk about it much now?

[Robert]

No.

[Azra]

No, she doesn't. I guess you wouldn't. But I. I wonder how it affected her. You know, like going through something like that.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah.

[Azra]

I mean, it must have been awful for her and dad. They had had two children to care for and to keep the farm going.

[Pip Archer]

And so she had been after. Yeah, but she. Well, now, though.

[Natasha]

Fit as a fiddle.

[Miranda]

Your mum?

[Azra]

Oh, yes. She's great. Do you.

[Pip Archer]

Do you know if it's hereditary?

[Azra]

I don't. We haven't spoken about that. Strange, really. We probably should have.

[Pip Archer]

Well, it's not the kind of thing you want to bring up, is it?

[Azra]

Oh, yeah. But I do check every month. I've got a little reminder in my phone.

[Pip Archer]

Really? I didn't know. Yeah. You know, it doesn't automatically mean that's what it is.

[Azra]

I hope not.

[Pip Archer]

Try not to jump to any conclusions. It could be any number of things.

[Miranda]

Yeah,

[Azra]

what if it is?

[Pip Archer]

Then you'll get through it. We all get through it.

[Azra]

Just worry about Rosie. Like seeing me like that and seeing me ill and seeing when it was your mum.

[Pip Archer]

You got through it. Kids are resilient. And medicine's far more advanced now.

[Azra]

Yeah, I know.

[Pip Archer]

I know it's hard not to worry, but you can't. Not until you know what it is.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yeah.

[Pip Archer]

You just need to see Azra.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yeah.

[Azra]

Yeah, I know.

[Pip Archer]

And if it is something, then we'll just get through it.

[Azra]

Yeah. So, nothing else we can do?

[Brian Aldridge]

Morning, Miranda.

[Miranda]

Oliver.

[Brian Aldridge]

Good ride?

[Miranda]

Oh, it's blown the cobwebs away at least, hasn't it, lads?

[Brian Aldridge]

Splendid, Dorothy. I'm quite up to it today after my near miss.

[Miranda]

Yes. How are you? Are you okay?

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, fine, fine. You know, feeling less sprightly these days, but what can you do?

[Miranda]

Yeah, me too. My hips get very grumpy. Can't do without a mounting block these days.

[Brian Aldridge]

Fair enough. Thank you. The other day.

[Miranda]

Oh, not at all. I don't think I was much help anyway.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, it was just nice that you and Lillian were there.

[Miranda]

I'm sorry if I was a bit glum.

[Brian Aldridge]

You were fine.

[Robert]

Why?

[Brian Aldridge]

Is everything okay?

[Miranda]

No, it is nothing. Nothing. What are you up to today?

[Brian Aldridge]

Thought I'd have a trip talk with Alice. I'm trying to figure out what to do about Duke and me. I think we're both nearing our retirement.

[Miranda]

Oh, no, don't say that.

[Brian Aldridge]

It's true. It's about time I face facts.

[Miranda]

I'm so sorry. I could have been a bit more upbeat the other day.

[Brian Aldridge]

Miranda, is there something bothering you?

[Miranda]

Well, yes, but it's. It's a sort of long and complicated story.

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, I like the. Now you've whetted my appetite. You're going to have to tell me.

[Pip Archer]

Pip. I can't find Rose's PE trainer. She said they're in the shoe cupboard, but they're not. Have you got any idea where they are?

[Azra]

Well, have you tried by the door? She usually just kicks them off there.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, of course. Oh, any luck with the doctors?

[Azra]

They've squeezed me in and I've got an appointment this morning.

[Pip Archer]

Ah, that's fantastic.

[Ezra]

With Azra?

[Miranda]

Yeah.

[Carol]

Oh, good.

[Azra]

All right.

[Pip Archer]

Well, that's a relief.

[Azra]

Yeah, it'll be fine.

[Natasha]

Good.

[Pip Archer]

Great. Are you sure you're going to be all right?

[Azra]

Have you done Rosie's snack? And her water bottle?

[Pip Archer]

Oh, no. Where is her water bottle?

[Azra]

By the sink. I'll do it.

[Pip Archer]

And snack. What about. What about one of those little cookie bags?

[Azra]

No, no, they're only allowed fruit now.

[Pip Archer]

Oh, since when?

[Carol]

Last term.

[Azra]

I'll grab her an apple.

[Pip Archer]

Well, I can do that. Let me do that. Does she want to cut up?

[Azra]

It's fine. You get her trainers.

[Pip Archer]

Oh, yeah, yeah, trainers. Trainers. Pip. Do you want me to come with you? What? Do you want me to come with you to the doctors?

[Azra]

No, no, thanks, but it's fine. I'll be fine.

[Pip Archer]

Are you sure?

[Azra]

Yeah, of course.

[Pip Archer]

Because I can call work and just say I'm going to be late. They'll understand.

[Azra]

Honestly, there's no point. I'll be absolutely fine. I'll call you as soon as I'm out.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, I think it's a terrible way to treat you, to treat anyone.

[Miranda]

I feel as though I'm having to completely rethink my life.

[Brian Aldridge]

I can imagine.

[Miranda]

And, you know, Brian got so angry when I tried to call Rory. I've never really seen him like that before.

[Brian Aldridge]

Really? How strange.

[Miranda]

I just don't know what's going on. And Lillian seems to think it's to do with Jennifer.

[Brian Aldridge]

Somehow.

[Miranda]

He hadn't realized what an effect everything would have on him. Moving back to the house with all the memories and what have you.

[Brian Aldridge]

See? But surely he'd thought about all that.

[Miranda]

He said so, but I don't believe anything, not now. I mean, I. I know he loved her dearly, Jennifer, but we move on, don't we?

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, well, it didn't stop him treating her badly either.

[Miranda]

What do you mean?

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, well, you know, his. His indiscretions.

[Miranda]

Indiscretions?

[Robert]

Like what?

[Miranda]

I mean, I know about Siobhan, but who else?

[Brian Aldridge]

Yeah, well, that's what I mean. The affair. And obviously Rory.

[Miranda]

Yes, but you said indiscretions.

[Robert]

Plural.

[Brian Aldridge]

Did I?

[Miranda]

Was there more than one when he was married to Jennifer?

[Brian Aldridge]

I'm not entirely sure, really.

[Miranda]

Oliver, you know him well, very well, don't you?

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, yes. We go back a long way.

[Miranda]

So, what else do you know?

[Brian Aldridge]

Nothing, really. Nothing at all.

[Miranda]

Yes, but I think you do. I think there's more to it than Siobhan.

[Brian Aldridge]

No, no, I mean, I just. Well, he made some bad decisions in his time.

[Miranda]

So there was more than one?

[Brian Aldridge]

Now, listen, I. I'm very fond of Brown, but I think it's well known he's not the most reliable. And it comes to relationships.

[Miranda]

I know, and it's always been at the back of my mind. But you'd think at our age.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, quite so.

[Miranda]

Oliver, do you know something? Please tell me.

[Brian Aldridge]

Okay, okay. But this really was a very long time ago.

[Miranda]

Tell me.

[Brian Aldridge]

And I've never forgotten it.

[Miranda]

Who?

[Brian Aldridge]

Brown and Caroline.

[Miranda]

You're Caroline? I had no idea.

[Azra]

Well, it's nice and warm in here.

[Miranda]

Good.

[Ezra]

It's not too warm, is it?

[Azra]

No, no, it's fine.

[Ezra]

Akram says I like to live in sauna temperatures.

[Azra]

Well, me too.

[Ezra]

So, what can I help you with today?

[Azra]

Ah, well, I think I found a lump in my breast.

[Ezra]

Okay. Can you tell me more about it?

[Azra]

I found it last night after I showered. It's quite small. It's just here.

[Carol]

Right.

[Ezra]

And is it sore?

[Azra]

No, no.

[Ezra]

And when was your last period?

[Azra]

I finished a week or so ago, I think.

[Ezra]

Right. Have you ever had any problems, like issues with your breasts before?

[Azra]

No, no, never.

[Ezra]

Anyone that you know of in the family had breast or ovarian cancer?

[Azra]

Yes, my mum had breast cancer. She was about my age.

[Ezra]

Right, so you're otherwise. Well, you're eating and drinking, you haven't lost any weight?

[Azra]

No, I'm fine.

[Ezra]

Are you taking contraception?

[Azra]

No.

[Ezra]

Okay, so if it's alright with you, I'm going to need to examine you. Would you like a chaperone to be in here whilst I do that?

[Azra]

No, no, it's okay.

[Ezra]

I'll just talk you through what's going to happen. So you'll need to remove the top half of your clothes. Then I'll check the back breast without the lump first so I can compare. I'll check both armpits and then the breast, and then you can show me where you think the lump is. Does that sound okay?

[Azra]

Yeah, yeah, that's fine. That sounds fine.

[Miranda]

Okay, good.

[Ezra]

So if you're ready, I'll just draw the curtain now.

[Azra]

Yeah. Thank you.

[Ezra]

Try not to worry, Pip.

[Miranda]

Caroline.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, it isn't common knowledge.

[Miranda]

And it was before you and she got together.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, thankfully.

[Miranda]

And I wonder how many others there were, too.

[Brian Aldridge]

I didn't mean to put even more doubt in your mind. It was a long, long time ago.

[Miranda]

Yes, but it wasn't like he was in his 20s. He had a family. If he can do it then, he could do it now.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, it might not be that at

[Miranda]

all, but we don't know. That's the point.

[Brian Aldridge]

Lillian could be right. Maybe the past creeping up on him. Or it could be any number of. I honestly don't think Brown has it in him to have more affairs. And from what I've seen, you two are very happy together.

[Miranda]

We were very happy together.

[Brian Aldridge]

I feel I've thrown a spanner in the works. And I sincerely didn't mean to.

[Miranda]

Well, I'm glad you did. I need to know everything, warts and all.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, we've all got pasts, Miranda.

[Miranda]

Yeah, some more checkered than others.

[Brian Aldridge]

You will get over this. And I know it's a shock, but it's amazing what we survive, how we recover.

[Miranda]

Oh, I'm so sorry, Oliver. What must you think of me blathering on like this?

[Brian Aldridge]

No, you're not. It's fine.

[Miranda]

It's not like I've lost anyone. What happened to you, I. I can't imagine. It must have been a terrible shock, losing Caroline like that.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, it was.

[Miranda]

And this was in Italy, wasn't it?

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes. Yes, we had a beautiful. She loved it there. It would have been her 71st birthday tomorrow.

[Linda Roberts]

Really?

[Miranda]

Do you do anything to market?

[Brian Aldridge]

I usually raise a glass on my own. Caroline's favorite.

[Miranda]

Well, how about you and I do that together tomorrow? Raise a glass to Caroline.

[Brian Aldridge]

That would be normal.

[Miranda]

And how about lunch?

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, that would be lovely.

[Miranda]

Well, there then. That settled as a thank you and an apology.

[Brian Aldridge]

For what?

[Miranda]

For mining you for information like that. I'm so sorry.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, as long as you don't tell Brian I told you.

[Miranda]

Why would I do that? We're not even talking.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, you never know. You might kiss and make up.

[Miranda]

We'll see.

[Brian Aldridge]

And all this will be water under the bridge.

[Azra]

Maybe.

[Brian Aldridge]

He may have a perfectly good explanation and he's just working up the courage to tell you.

[Miranda]

Well, he needs to get a move on, because I am beginning to build up an interesting picture. I'm finally beginning to see who the real Brian Aldridge is.

[Ezra]

Okay, Pip?

[Azra]

Yes, all good.

[Pip Archer]

Okay.

[Ezra]

Have a seat. And I'll tell you what I think is Going on and what we should do.

[Azra]

Yes, please.

[Ezra]

So, as I said, I could certainly feel something.

[Azra]

Yes. And what do you think?

[Ezra]

It's small, but it doesn't feel concerning. And it's almost certainly nothing to worry about. A harmless lump like a fibroadenoma or a cyst, lumps in the breast tissue can come and go, but I think considering your age and family history, it's understandable you'd be concerned. So I will refer you to the breast clinic.

[Azra]

Right. Okay.

[Ezra]

I'll do an urgent referral now and hopefully you'll be seen in a couple of weeks or it might be slightly longer.

[Azra]

And what will happen at the clinic?

[Ezra]

So you'll have a scan and depending on what they find, they might do other tests and you'll see a specialist so they can work out what it is they're dealing with.

[Brian Aldridge]

Right.

[Ezra]

Does it sound okay?

[Azra]

Yeah, yeah, I think so.

[Ezra]

So are you happy for me to go ahead with the referral?

[Azra]

Oh, yes, thanks.

[Ezra]

Okay, I'll do that for you.

[Lillian]

Right.

[Miranda]

Now, was there.

[Ezra]

Was there anything else?

[Azra]

No, no, no, I don't think so.

[Miranda]

Thanks, Pip.

[Ezra]

Is there anyone you can have a cup of tea with now?

[Miranda]

Just go and talk to?

[Azra]

I don't think so. Stella has gone to work. I haven't told anyone else.

[Ezra]

What about your mum? You haven't spoken to Ruth about this yet?

[Azra]

No, no, not yet. I don't want to worry her.

[Ezra]

It might be helpful, just while you're waiting for the next appointment.

[Azra]

Yeah. Yeah, maybe.

[Ezra]

Have a think about it.

[Azra]

Well, I will. Thanks, Azra.

[Ezra]

No problem. And. And try not to worry until we know what's what.

[Azra]

Yeah, thanks. Bye, Azra. Take care, Pip. Stella.

[Pip Archer]

How'd it go?

[Azra]

Yeah, I've just come out.

[Pip Archer]

How was it?

[Azra]

Yeah, she. She said she could feel it and she's referred me to the breast clinic.

[Pip Archer]

Right. Did she say what she thought it might be?

[Azra]

She said it's probably a cyst or something.

[Tony Archer]

Ah.

[Pip Archer]

Oh, that's great. So why she referred you?

[Azra]

Well, she just said that considering my age and what with Mum and that it'd be wise to get. See a specialist, get checked out.

[Pip Archer]

Good, good. Okay. And how long?

[Azra]

A couple of weeks. All been well.

[Pip Archer]

Right. Okay. Well, I just thought I'd check in.

[Lillian]

Yeah, thanks.

[Pip Archer]

I'm sorry I'm not there.

[Azra]

It's okay. Azra asked if I had anyone to have a cup of tea with, to talk to.

[Pip Archer]

Oh, that's nice of her. I told you I could have come with you.

[Azra]

Oh, it's fine. She. She wondered if I should speak to my mum.

[Pip Archer]

Azra did.

[Azra]

Yeah.

[Pip Archer]

Might be a good idea, you know, just.

[Azra]

I didn't want to worry her.

[Pip Archer]

Yeah, but she might feel a bit. Bit sad if you didn't. Yeah, maybe see how you feel and then decide.

[Azra]

I just don't want to stir things up, you know.

[Pip Archer]

You won't be stirring things up.

[Azra]

Too painful for her.

[Pip Archer]

I'm sure she'll be more concerned about you, Pip.

[Azra]

Yeah, I know.

[Pip Archer]

I'd maybe speak to her as was right.

[Azra]

Oh, yeah, maybe I will.

[Miranda]

We did well to get a table. I'd forgotten it was Good Friday. I don't know where I am at the moment.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, aren't we lucky? More wine, Miranda?

[Miranda]

Oh, why not?

[Azra]

Thank you. Hello, you two.

[Lillian]

Are you finished? How was the lamb, Oliver?

[Brian Aldridge]

Perfectly cooked. Please send my compliments to Fallon.

[Lillian]

Yes, I will, of course. Miranda. You fit?

[Miranda]

Oh, wonderful. Thank you, Lillian.

[Lillian]

I'm sorry I couldn't stop earlier. We're very busy today.

[Brian Aldridge]

Back holiday rush, eh?

[Pip Archer]

You know how it is.

[Lillian]

How are you doing, darling?

[Miranda]

Better, thank you.

[Lillian]

Oh, good.

[Miranda]

I'm so glad this delicious wine is helping.

[Brian Aldridge]

Terrible business with Brad.

[Lillian]

Yes.

[Brian Aldridge]

I can't understand why he thinks he could treat people that way.

[Lillian]

Well, yes, it has been a rather unfrequent, but I don't think he meant to be malicious.

[Brian Aldridge]

That's half the problem. He doesn't think before he acts.

[Lillian]

Yes, well, I mean, he does have a lot on his plate at the moment. Would you like some desserts? Specials are on the board there. I'll just take these away.

[Azra]

Oh, hello, Brian.

[Brian Aldridge]

Hi, Lily. Miranda.

[Robert]

Oliver.

[Miranda]

Hello, Brian. What are you doing here?

[Brian Aldridge]

May I join you? That's up to Miranda.

[Miranda]

I told Brian I was having lunch here. I didn't expect him to turn up.

[Brian Aldridge]

Well, may I?

[Miranda]

If you can find a chair,

[Tony Archer]

Please.

[Robert]

Tell me this is our last Easter promise task. Now, Lindy.

[Linda Roberts]

What?

[Robert]

Is this the last one?

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, perhaps. Oh, it's looking so much better now, Robert.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yeah.

[Robert]

Shame about the graffiti, though.

[Linda Roberts]

Yes. Yes. We'll have to come back with something stronger to get that off.

[Robert]

Well, not today, surely.

[Linda Roberts]

Why? You tired, dear?

[Miranda]

Bit.

[Robert]

We should have had a little sit down after the walk of witness.

[Linda Roberts]

Yes, you're right. I'm sorry. How about we go for a drink at the ball straight after this?

[Brian Aldridge]

Good idea.

[Linda Roberts]

You know, this whole green could do with a recession. It's looking a little patchy.

[Robert]

Don't look at me. That's a huge job.

[Linda Roberts]

No, no, of course I wasn't suggesting you do it.

[Robert]

You know, I was thinking the wicket at the cricket ground could probably use a bit of reseeding too.

[Linda Roberts]

Why? I doubt anyone will be playing on it. Do you know, I still feel very put out by all this cricket business. Tom making out I was being difficult and. And then Lillian suggesting I was begging people to play for Ambridge. And then all this disinformation talk.

[Robert]

Disinformation?

[Linda Roberts]

Yes. What Oliver said.

[Robert]

I thought Oliver said misinformation.

[Linda Roberts]

Yes, well, one or the other.

[Robert]

Oh, there is a difference.

[Azra]

Is there?

[Linda Roberts]

Well, tomato, tomato. Someone is implying that I'm spreading lies.

[Robert]

Lindy, please don't be angry, but I do have something to tell you.

[Brian Aldridge]

What?

[Robert]

I fear you're not going to like it.

[Linda Roberts]

What? What is it? Robert?

[Robert]

I've spoken to Oliver and I've managed to negotiate the new ball team using the cricket ground.

[Miranda]

You have?

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes.

[Robert]

But to be fair to him, it didn't take much negotiation. It was very straightforward, actually.

[Linda Roberts]

Was it really?

[Robert]

And I have also agreed with Neil that I will help look after the cricket pitch. Hence the receding idea.

[Miranda]

You? Why?

[Robert]

Because, Linda, we. We have a team of enthusiastic people wanting to play village cricket and we have a list of fixtures. So I, for one, am not going to be the person to stand in

[Brian Aldridge]

the way of that.

[Robert]

In fact, I want to be a part of it.

[Lillian]

Ha.

[Linda Roberts]

So you're one of them too. You're a part of this mutiny against me.

[Robert]

Linda, this is not a mutiny.

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, yes, it is.

[Robert]

No, it's just village cricket.

[Brian Aldridge]

And how are things with you, Bram? Not so bad. Shall we order some more drinks? What are you drinking? Oh, Italian white. How about we get a bottle of the Pinot Noir? Miranda, you don't mind going to the bar, do you? Oliver? Just put it on my tablet.

[Miranda]

No, don't. Oliver. We actually haven't finished this bottle yet. If Brian wants a drink, he can go and get it himself.

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, I'm sure there's another glass we can eke out here.

[Miranda]

Brian.

[Carol]

What?

[Brian Aldridge]

Italian plant? No, thanks. I can't stand the stuff. Splash. Your drink ain't Miranda.

[Miranda]

It's actually rather nice bran. And we're drinking it because it was Caroline's favorite.

[Brian Aldridge]

Caroline?

[Miranda]

Yes, you remember. Oliver's late wife.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yeah, yeah, of course I know who Caroline is.

[Miranda]

It's her birthday today. We've been raising a glass.

[Brian Aldridge]

Right. I see. Well, cheers, Oliver. She was a terrific woman. Thank you. Yes, she was. Oliver, I don't mean to be rude, but would you mind nipping to the bar for me? As I could do with something. Time to talk to Miranda alone.

[Miranda]

No, Brian. Oliver, is not going anywhere. If you want to talk to me, you can do it later. Oliver and I are having a quiet lunch.

[Brian Aldridge]

Miranda, please. We need to sort this out.

[Miranda]

Not right this moment, we don't.

[Brian Aldridge]

Come on, Brown. She said she'll talk to you later. Now, I like the sound of this sticky toffee souffle, Miranda.

[Miranda]

Yes, that does sound good, but I am rather full. I might just have a coffee and a taste of yours, if that's okay.

[Brian Aldridge]

Absolutely. I'll ask for two spoons. Now. Miranda, this is ridiculous. I've come to talk to you. Please, let's grab a table outside where it's quiet.

[Azra]

No.

[Miranda]

No, I won't. I'm not going anywhere.

[Brian Aldridge]

You heard her, Brown. This is none of your business, Oliver. It is when you're disrupting our lunch. Your lunch? Don't be so childish.

[Miranda]

Goodness sake, Brian. You're the one acting like a child. Please, if you can't be civil, then just leave. Leave? That's what I said.

[Brian Aldridge]

Come on, Brian. Miranda's made it very clear. Just do the gentlemanly thing. Me, do the gentlemanly thing? Yes. You're the one being awkward. No, I'm not. We're having a nice lunch and you've come to disrupt it. You should be ashamed of the way you've treated me. You know nothing about this. I know all about it.

[Miranda]

Please, Brian, calm down. If you really want to talk, we can do it later. But honestly, the mood you're in, I'm not sure if it's a good idea.

[Brian Aldridge]

I'm fine.

[Miranda]

No, Brian, you're not. You're not in the right frame of mind. I can see it. So how about you calm down, and when I'm ready to talk, I'll contact you.

[Brian Aldridge]

Right.

[Carol]

Fine.

[Brian Aldridge]

I get it.

[Miranda]

Good.

[Brian Aldridge]

I'll go then. Oh, good grief.

[Miranda]

I'm so sorry, Oliver.

[Brian Aldridge]

Don't be. That man is unbelievable.

[Miranda]

Don't I know it.

[Linda Roberts]

So what you're telling me is that you've gone behind my back?

[Robert]

Well, that is the gist of it, I suppose.

[Linda Roberts]

But why? Why would you do that, Robert?

[Robert]

Because, Linda, you were being a tad difficult.

[Miranda]

Difficult?

[Linda Roberts]

No, I wasn't.

[Robert]

You were. You were making something very simple, very complicated. You were trying to bamboozle them all.

[Linda Roberts]

I certainly was not.

[Miranda]

You were.

[Linda Roberts]

You should know more than anyone, Robert, how selfless I am. Giving up my free time for the good of the community. You see, people think it's easy, but far from it.

[Robert]

I don't think they do, Linda.

[Linda Roberts]

And maybe, just maybe, I'm a little sick and tired of the cricket. Maybe I thought I'd let them work it out for themselves after everything that happened last season.

[Robert]

Well, yes, I can understand that.

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, no. It seems that Robert has come to the rescue. Well done, Robert. And you've done it all behind my back.

[Robert]

Now, look, that's not quite true. The village wanted cricket. I have merely eased the situation along. I tried to engage you, but you didn't want to hear it. Which is reasonable enough. You've done more than your fair share.

[Linda Roberts]

You're right.

[Miranda]

I have.

[Linda Roberts]

Well, what can I say? If you want to take over the reins this year, who am I to stop you?

[Brian Aldridge]

Really?

[Linda Roberts]

Yes. It's a thankless task, but I can't think of anyone else more suited to do it.

[Robert]

Thank you. I think.

[Miranda]

Yes.

[Brian Aldridge]

Okay.

[Linda Roberts]

Well, I will formally hand the baton over to you. Let's see how you get on.

[Robert]

Look, Lindy, people will still want you to be a part of it.

[Miranda]

Oh, I don't know if I can.

[Robert]

But. But how about if I need you?

[Linda Roberts]

Well, naturally.

[Robert]

In fact, there's something I could use your help with today.

[Linda Roberts]

Oh, yes.

[Robert]

Should we go for that drink now?

[Pip Archer]

Brian?

[Lillian]

Brian, what are you doing?

[Brian Aldridge]

I'm not doing anything.

[Lillian]

Exactly.

[Linda Roberts]

You're hovering.

[Brian Aldridge]

No, I'm not. What do you want, Lillian?

[Lillian]

Come down here where it's quiet.

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[Brian Aldridge]

Are you okay? No, not really.

[Lillian]

I don't know what's happened.

[Brian Aldridge]

Oliver's sticking his nose in.

[Ezra]

Really?

[Lillian]

Well, maybe he's concerned about Miranda.

[Brian Aldridge]

So she's told you as well?

[Lillian]

Yeah, she's very upset about it all.

[Brian Aldridge]

As am I. But what can I do about it? Gemini? She won't talk to me.

[Lillian]

Listen, I knew it was a bad idea, you moving back into Home Farm. Nothing good was going to come out of it, really.

[Brian Aldridge]

No, I was rather looking. Looking forward to it.

[Lillian]

What's the problem, then?

[Brian Aldridge]

Oh, I don't know. Rory's finding things hard.

[Lillian]

Yeah, well, I realize that. But should that cause a breakdown in your relationship with Miranda?

[Brian Aldridge]

I don't know. I mean, maybe you're right, mate. Maybe it is that. Maybe I don't want to move back to that house.

[Lillian]

Well, it would be understandable, considering.

[Brian Aldridge]

But how? How do I fix things? How do I make a seem? I don't want to end it.

[Lillian]

I don't know, darling. Maybe you just need to talk to her Alone.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes.

[Lillian]

Calmly.

[Brian Aldridge]

Okay.

[Lillian]

Tell her the truth.

[Linda Roberts]

Ah, Lillian. Just the woman.

[Lillian]

Oh, how lovely to see you again, Mustache.

[Brian Aldridge]

I'll see you later, Lillian.

[Lillian]

Yeah. Good luck. Brian.

[Brian Aldridge]

Robert.

[Tony Archer]

Brian.

[Linda Roberts]

Now, Lillian, Robert and I have been talking, and we need to sort out a logo. Sorry, what?

[Robert]

A new logo for the new Bull cricket team.

[Azra]

I'm not following cricket.

[Linda Roberts]

Lillian, keep up. We need to organise the new kit and we thought, well, naturally, the pub will be the sponsor, but how about we get one of the children of Ambridge to design the logo?

[Lillian]

Sorry, just wait a minute, Linda. I thought you weren't in favour of a pub team. Something about it not befitting a place like Ambridge.

[Linda Roberts]

But one can change one's mind.

[Carol]

Really?

[Lillian]

Just like that?

[Linda Roberts]

Yes, Lillian. Quite as simple as that.

[Lillian]

Remarkable.

[Linda Roberts]

So, what do you think?

[Lillian]

I think why ever not?

[Miranda]

Brian, You've been waiting out here for me.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, I have.

[Miranda]

I thought I said I would call you.

[Brian Aldridge]

Yes, I know, but. I'm sorry, I. I couldn't leave things like that. Please. Please believe me. Right. I don't want it to be like this between us.

[Miranda]

Well, neither do I. I just want

[Brian Aldridge]

us to carry on as we were before. I want us to be together.

[Miranda]

Me too. But, Brian, can't you see? We can't carry on as we were before.

[Brian Aldridge]

Why? Why not?

[Miranda]

Because I have disrupted my whole life for you. I have packed up everything I own to move into a house that we were going to live. Live in together.

[Brian Aldridge]

I know that.

[Miranda]

And you tell me you can't do it. So has anything changed?

[Brian Aldridge]

What do you mean?

[Miranda]

Have you changed your mind? Are you going to move in with me?

[Brian Aldridge]

I told you, it's complicated.

[Linda Roberts]

No.

[Miranda]

No, it's not complicated.

[Brian Aldridge]

There are a lot of factors and.

[Miranda]

No, Brian, I've heard enough of your excuses. Please don't disrespect me by peddling out anymore.

[Brian Aldridge]

They're not excuses.

[Miranda]

Then we'll get just pathetic lies as to why you can't commit to me.

[Brian Aldridge]

But I can commit to you.

[Linda Roberts]

No.

[Miranda]

No, you can't. And quite frankly, I've heard enough of it. I'm sick to death of wasting my time trying to figure you out. I don't care what's going on with you anymore. I think it's time to call this a day.

[Lillian]

No.

[Brian Aldridge]

No, Please, Miranda. No.

[Miranda]

I've heard enough. It's.

[Brian Aldridge]

It's over. Sa.

[Miranda]

Hello.

[Brian Aldridge]

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[Robert]

Your mum has told us the truth. We know, George. The Police are on their way.

[Miranda]

Don't answer it.

[Brian Aldridge]

We've got to. Don't let them take me, Doggelie.

[Azra]

I don't know you.

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Oh, I'm sure you do. My name's Marky. But I reckon you know that, don't you?

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