Overview: Bert is accused of cheating in the annual village race. It's the word of a farmer's boy against that of a peer of the realm. The Middletons need the money and Grace is not afraid of a fight.
Overview: Hankin opens a dance hall, and the villagers take their partners by the hands. Bert's childhood crush on Martha Allingham blinds him to the reality of Phoebe's affection for him.
Overview: Grace is inspired by Bill Gibby to take an interest in life beyond the confines of the village. John is finally making a success of their farm but starts to feel that Grace is growing away from him.
Overview: The villagers protest when their traditional paths are blocked by the Big House.
Overview: Bert and Eyre are arrested and George Allingham's principles will decide their fate.
Overview: Bert and Grace are anxious about what John might say if he recovers his power of speech.