He even promised a delicious lamb casserole for when the mother and daughter duo returned from a difficult visit to see Freddie in prison. Tuesday, 17th January 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. After finally realising the degree to which Carl had abused her trust things seem to be improving at home. Aldridges Archers - Bridge Farm branch Archers - Brookfield Farm branch Carters Franks Grundys Lloyds/Hebden Lloyds Pargetters Perks Snells Tuckers The Bull Some of the better known are: Baggy, and Fat Paul disreputable friends of Eddie Grundy. It was also revealed shortly afterwards that the previous year, while still manager of the mega dairy, Rob had blocked a nearby culvert to prevent a build-up of rainwater from flooding the dairy and was therefore responsible for the massive flood that had engulfed Ambridge and nearly caused the death of his boss. . In this romance she calls him "Tiger" and he calls her "Pussy-cat". Intimacy ensued, although Rob was still married to Jess, who remained in Hampshire caring for her sick father. The birth was somewhat (the chronology as aired is contradictory) premature and Abbie was expected to remain in hospital until her original due date, although medical practice is 'until 2.5 kilos'. She gave a talk to the Ambridge Women's Institute in 1984 and moved into Nightingale Farm in 1985. 1 January 2012 saw Will & Nic get married at the local Grey Gables Hotel followed by a honeymoon in Cap Verde which on their return led to the renaming of their cottage to Greenwood. She returned to Ambridge but endured a disastrous relationship with local businessman Cameron Fraser (which led to Elizabeth having an abortion) before finally marrying Nigel Pargetter after a relationship some years before. Amy Franks (born 1989) (Jennifer Daley,[64] formerly played by Vinette Robinson and Natalia Cappuccini) is the vicar's spirited daughter who is a friend to Alice Carter. She was a successful businesswoman running a market garden in Ambridge (and subsequently a wine business). Tom was decided to throw in his lot with Brian Aldridge, husband of his aunt Jennifer, becoming a junior partner in the business. In May 2006, Ed vanished after Emma left the caravan and moved into her parents' home, saying it was for the sake of her baby's health. Debbie is currently based in Hungary, where she runs the estate owned by a consortium to which Brian belongs (this gives the actress, Tamsin Greig, who has moved on to other projects, the ability to appear in the show from time to time). It took Kathy some time to trust a man again, and Kenton showed uncharacteristic patience in enabling her to rebuild her self-confidence. On 14 November 2002, Siobhan gave birth to Brian's child Ruair,[56] but she moved to Germany after Brian refused to leave Jennifer. (John) Higgs Jack Woolley's chauffeur and handyman at Grey Gables. [17] Will's dog is called Meg. While Janet was vicar, Peggy complimented her on the tasteful way she handled services, but she still attended services in Borchester. He even. Subsequently Rob found himself becoming a pariah in the village, with Usha evicting him from the house he rented from her, Oliver banning him from the hunt, local shops refusing his custom and villagers openly expressing their distaste for him. It was her pregnancy (by Helen's boyfriend Leon, though this was never revealed to Helen) and subsequent termination, that precipitated Helen's decision, at thirty, to have a baby by donor insemination. Clarrie spends much of her time sorting out problems created by her husband and sons. Usha was also regularly on the receiving end of 'helpful' advice about her unmarried status by her Aunty Satya (Jamila Massey), an occasional visitor to Ambridge from Usha's home town of Wolverhampton who attempted to match-make for her on numerous occasions, with cousins from home. The Archers spoilers: Elizabeth to struggle after Freddie's release? He eventually left the village to live with an old Army friend in Bristol. He was patriarch of the Archer family. Father of Clarrie. Fans took to Twitter to comment on the development of Elizabeth and Russ relationship, and the reaction was mostly negative. Upon Jack's retirement, she and partner Oliver Sterling managed to raise funds to buy the hotel and she became the proprietor. They married in summer 2008 and Usha's family have warmed to the idea and attended the wedding, though Mabel did not. In 2013 Kirsty and Tom got back together and became engaged. Amy later learnt that Carl was married, and a rift developed between her and Usha after it emerged that Usha had already known this. When Helen ran over Mike Tucker,[7] Tom took the blame and unaware that it had been Helen driving, Mike turned against him, opposing his relationship with Brenda. [58] and Ruair came to Ambridge to live with his father, although much of his care falls, not without a struggle, on his father's wife, Jennifer. [9] In April 2013 Brenda decided to end the engagement and the couple separated. He composed poetry and won several ploughing contests, and was a regular guide at Lower Loxley. Thoughtful and provocative, Tregorran was such a popular and charismatic character that listeners at Archers public events still ask about him and about Carol Grey, whom he eventually married. Helen resumed her affair with Rob on New Year's Day 2014. Betty died suddenly before Christmas 2005. In 1957 he was charged with manslaughter after shooting poacher Bob Larkin. Tony suffered a heart attack in late February 2012, and a serious farmyard accident in autumn 2014. Kenton Archer started dating her, intermittently living with her, but they quarrelled when he brought his three-year-old daughter, Meriel, to Ambridge and expected Kathy to look after her. [57] She died from cancer on 31 May 2007. When Adam returned from Africa, a bout of sibling rivalry erupted: to a certain extent, this remains ongoing, although there are indications that Adam and Debbie are reaching an understanding. Matt and Lilian's relationship came to an end in 2015. Jill has a less traditional outlook on life than her late husband, who had been a Justice of the Peace, reflected in her opposition to both fox hunting and private education. In the process, the sausage business lost its organic status, which created further tension between the families. Ruth survived breast cancer which struck in 2000, undergoing a mastectomy operation. One listener asked: Lizzie going to end up with Russ?, Another wrote: Lizzie and Russ get closer and closer Not that anything's going to happen. In a standing joke, he is often described as excessively talkative (which is ironic, given his status as a silent character). He was devastated when his much-loved wife, Polly ("Poll doll"), was killed in a car crash. Joe participated in some of Eddie's money-making schemes; at other times he scolded his son: legality never dictates his response. Pemberton unsuccessfully attempted to end the Grundy's tenancy of Grange Farm following their farm fire in 1996. And secondly for taking the high ground when she's slept with Sol! Twin daughters Nova and Seren were born in July 2022. Making his debut in 1983, he was once considered to be somewhat dim and irresponsible, wearing a gorilla suit at a hunt ball in 1983, inadvertently joy riding with Shula Archer in 1984 and driving an ice-cream van as 'Mr Snowy' in 1986. He had a brief relationship with Shula after Mark's death, but hit her after she confronted him with evidence that he was involved with another woman. Brookfield has suffered in recent years from bovine TB, but David is enthusiastic about his herd of Herefords. Hayley Tucker, ne Jordan (born 1 May 1977) (Lorraine Coady, formerly played by Lucy Davis) comes from Birmingham and first appeared as John Archer's girlfriend. [3] Helen had a baby boy, Henry Ian Archer, through AI, a decision of which Tony initially disapproved. In 2006 she dated a journalist who quickly rejected her; this subsequently threatened a return to her earlier problems. William "Will" Grundy (born 9 February 1983) (Philip Molloy) is the elder son of Eddie and Clarrie. The Archers spoilers: Freddie might not be able to come home on the soap. In April 2016, after the secret intervention of her friend, Kirsty Miller, Helen secretly met Jess, who revealed the true nature of her marriage with Rob, before stabbing Rob in a moment of clarity, after he placed a knife in her hand and goaded her to commit suicide, as he refused to let her and Henry leave the house. She died of pneumonia in the wake of the Great Ambridge Flood of 2015. On the death of his father a few years later, he strove to save his ancestral home, and involved Elizabeth, now also more mature, as his marketing manager. Often thought by Grey Gables staff to be rather sinister. ago They're sign posting that but I don't know. After initially repressing her grief Kirsty eventually agreed to take compassionate leave and grieved properly. [47] Walter Gabriel's phrase "Me old pal, me old beauty" remains one of the most enduringly remembered phrases associated with The Archers. In April 2011 their daughter, Keira Susan, was born. After 18 months David was being targeted by the Horrobins and Elizabeth realised the feud had gone on for too long and family relations returned to normal. Pip Archer (born Philippa Rose Archer, 17 February 1993) (Daisy Badger;[10] previously Helen Monks) was christened Philippa in homage to David's father and Rose after Ruth's aunt: the eldest Brookfield child is known in the family as Pip, and at college as Phiz. After an attempt to kidnap his son from Helen failed, Rob disappeared and was last reported boarding a flight to Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he had previously worked. She was the catering manager at the local golf club and organised occasional film nights at the village hall. Eileen Titcombe (formerly Pugsley) housekeeper at Lower Loxley. Pat and Tony had three children, John, Helen and Tom. Lilian told a still-recovering Lynda that the pub would be returning to the original name of The Bull. The Archers spoilers: Helen and Lee relationship DOOMED after secret. His subsequent marriage to Kathy ended in divorce but his third marriage, to his affair partner, country singer Jolene, was happier. Questions were asked in the House of Commons of then Home Secretary Michael Howard. Clive Horrobin (born 9 November 1972) (Alex Jones) is the brother of Susan Carter; he has spent much of his life in prison, but, to the consternation of many, is an occasional visitor to Ambridge. Molly Button has a degree of terpsichorean talent and is often mentioned in the context of village performances. Hes the go to person for all matters art and culture related whether his advice is always sound on these topics is up for debate. Sympathy for the Devil / One Plus One. Despite this he holds a torch for Fallon Rogers, who normally insists that they should remain friends. Hes a very divisive character but I have a genuine soft spot for him. Russ has proven to be a somewhat controversial character for the show's fans. Kathy was at one time Pat Archer's best friend. Doris Evelyn Rebecca Archer (Gwen Berryman), ne Forrest, Dan's wife, mother of Jack, Phil and Christine Archer and sister of Tom Forrest. Elegant_Mouse1169 6 mo. Nigel (who also had a never-seen sister, Camilla who was married to a man named James) had only intermittent help from his beloved mother, Julia; more often she was a source of anxiety and friction (due to her dislike of Elizabeth, which, happily ceased once Freddie and Lily were born), but she died suddenly in November 2005. After his sister Helen's trial and acquittal, Tom and Kirsty got back together for one evening and she later discovered that she was pregnant. Lynda Snell MBE (born 29 May 1947) (Carole Boyd) lives at Ambridge Hall with her husband, Robert Snell. Colonel Freddy Danby (Norman Shelley and Ballard Berkeley) lodged with Laura Archer at Ambridge Hall. Last episode I listened to was on Friday when Russ was driving her to/from the food show. Posted on 10 August 2018 by Brenda Selwyn. Elizabeth Washington. Coriander has a son called Oscar. He was so upbeat, and I cant believe I almost didnt go. After graduating in 2009 she was unable to gain permanent employment apart from a PR job in Leicester, necessitating a daily commute which frustrated Tom. Jill Archer ne Patterson (born 3 October 1930) ( Patricia Greene) is the widow of Phil Archer and matriarch of the family. These two threads are linked by Shula's possible involvement in this disapproval and her resignation as churchwarden. He took over his elder brother's pig herd after John was killed in a tractor accident, going on to produce organic sausages. She returned to live with her parents in 2006, but moved out to live at a cottage on Brookfield Farm with Ed and Georgie as a family together. Will Russ use the characters vulnerable state to his advantage? (Margot Boyd died on 20 May 2008. This was seen as a ploy to keep loyal viewers and listeners away from the new station. Explaining the reality of the situation to Russ in secret, Lily was relieved to have someone to confide in, but has she made a terrible mistake? Rob Titchener (Timothy Watson) moved to Ambridge in January 2013 to manage Borchester Land's intensive dairy enterprise. The previous night, which happened to be the night that ITV, the UK's first commercial television channel was launched, she received fatal injuries while trying to rescue her horse, Midnight, from a fire. Many listeners considered Ruth's behaviour during this storyline to be entirely out of character, and therefore unbelievable. He mainly makes his living by raising turkeys for Christmas, laying patios and selling novelty garden gnomes. Annette Turner (born September 1990) (Anne-Marie Piazza) Teenage daughter of the late Greg Turner. Kiss me Russ you fool! one more listener wrote on Twitter. Surgical investigation found she had a hole in her heart as well as a narrowed valve. Sid Perks (Alan Devereux) was landlord of The Bull, Ambridge's village pub. I've been a listener for 10 years, let's not forget the 5 month long episodes of the great floods :/. Does anyone else think that Russ may eventually divert his attentions to Lizzie? They lived for a while in the flat above the village shop before moving back in with Tony and Pat. Russ packed his things left his home and job at Lower Loxley. Prior to their marriage the relationship hit a rocky patch when Burns arrested Fallon's father for drug dealing but they managed to get past this major obstacle. The birth date was listed as 20-03-1984. Virtually silent: he once called out 'Yoo-hoo'. Eventually, after persuading Helen to meet Jess, Rob's ex-wife, she was horrified when Helen decided to confront Rob about his behaviour, a confrontation that led to Helen stabbing him. Kate inherited her mother's hippie tendencies, but her narcissistic personality was unique to her. Despite owning an MG sports car, bought with a windfall from his mother, he is generally considered to be a rather dull man. She lost her capital in a fraud perpetuated by associates of Matt Crawford. She attempts to produce a play every Christmas (an Archers in-joke; but not in 2020), and often drives villagers to distraction in her attempts to fill parts. Sid died of a heart attack on 8 June 2010 while on holiday in New Zealand visiting Lucy, his daughter by his first marriage. After moving to The Laurels retirement home she was a silent character for several years before her death was finally mentioned on 13 August 2008. When Tom took the blame, Tucker forbade him from continuing a relationship with Brenda, his daughter. She works at the dairy at Bridge Farm, where Pat Archer is a good friend, and formerly worked behind the bar at the Bull. [50] Mike was unsuccessful as a farmer, having gone bankrupt in 1985, and then ran a milk round in Ambridge. During their marriage he was unrequitedly enamoured of Jolene Rogers (later Perks, now Archer), his partner in a country and western double act. Bethany had Downs Syndrome, which led to Mike, Vicky and Bethany moving to Birmingham to ensure the best care for Bethany. Since then she has formed a relationship with Justin Elliott, a wealthy businessman. She gave up the effort after a few weeks and joined AmsideMatt and Lilian's new property company. Mark Charles Timothy Hebden (Richard Derrington), first husband of Shula Archer. [42], Nigel Gerald Pargetter (8 June 1959 - January 2011) (played by Graham Seed, formerly by Nigel Caliburn who is now known as Nigel Carrington[43]) was the eccentric pseudo-aristocratic owner of Lower Loxley Hall, a mansion on the outskirts of Ambridge. Mike later married Vicky, a fellow ballroom dancer, who gave birth to their daughter Bethany in January 2013. When she died, her property was left to a New Zealand relative, and the colonel was cut out. [60] When Amy asked Carl about moving into together, he broke up with her. Ruth's utterance "Oh noooooo", spoken in her Northumberland accent, was frequently parodied on the BBC Radio Four comedy programme Dead Ringers. Her deceased son John's teenage son Johnny took up residence at Bridge Farm when he came to the village but when Helen and her children returned both Tom and Johnny moved to Number 1, The Green owned by Will Grundy. In late 2012, financial troubles reflecting earlier reductions in milk prices forced the couple to move back in with Emma's parents. Satya Khanna (Auntie Satya; Jamila Massey) An occasional visitation upon long-suffering niece Usha Gupta. In mid-2012, Adam suffered a blow to the head while attempting to stop a robbery, but has since recovered. 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