As war with Germany looms, the Great Paxford Women's Institute finds itself at a critical juncture. With President Joyce Cameron’s sudden resignation and the departure of many members, Frances Barden and her allies must rally to rebuild the…

While Frances and Joyce vie for control of the fledgling group, those around them grapple with deeply personal struggles. Erica and Will’s bond is strained by his recent cancer diagnosis; Pat finds herself adrift in an unhappy marriage, and…

The shadow of war lengthens over Great Paxford as women find themselves making difficult sacrifices in the name of salvage. Yet, personal concerns swiftly eclipse their wartime duties: Kate and Jack's connection deepens, Pat’s marriage falt…

Miriam dreads the fallout should David discover the truth, while Steph conceals a secret that imperils the farm’s future. Teresa's history resurfaces with an unexpected visitor who has the power to destroy her carefully constructed life. Ka…

Frances welcomes a boy from Liverpool into her home, but he proves an unexpected presence. Erica finds herself confronting the fallout of choices she’s made, while Miriam's letters to soldiers fighting abroad inadvertently create further di…

As the shadow of war lengthens across Europe and the country braces for its most perilous time, the Women’s Institute members discover they too have struggles to confront. Alison seeks an escape from her difficult circumstances, while Franc…