of their children and have been married once during their careers. Betty was a popular villager who supported the family even when Mike was violent and depressed. Mr. Pullen died in late 2012. Cameron Fraser (Delaval Astley) came to Ambridge in 1990 when he bought the Berrow Estate from Lilian Bellamy. However, Debbie subsequently discovered that Simon was being unfaithful,[24] and they divorced. Often thought by Grey Gables staff to be rather sinister. After David admitted to her that it had been he who had convinced her husband to go on the roof in the first-place, Elizabeth exploded in a violent rage, and swore she would never forgive him. A single mother to Brad and Chelsea, she was a long running silent character before finding a voice. Alistair mentored Ryan at Gamblers Anonymous. Adam was adopted by Roger Travers-Macy, Jennifer's first husband. In January 2006 Lynda was elected to the parish council alongside Lilian Bellamy. When Janet left, Peggy returned to St. Stephen's. Add or change Jean Harvey appeared in the 2015 Christmas production of Calendar Girls broadcast on Sunday 27 December 2015 at 7.15pm (played by Sin Phillips but was never heard on The Archers itself). Subsequently Rob and his mother tricked Pat and Tony into handing Henry over to them, forcing them into a lengthy legal battle over custody. Phil Archer died on 12 February 2010. Ned Larkin (Bill Payne) Ned, father of Jethro, was a farmhand at Brookfield, and a friend of Walter Gabriel. She was originally a kitchen maid at Manor House, the ancestral home of the Lawson-Hope family, and she became lady's maid to Letty Lawson-Hope. In 2019 Alistair's sister Fiona Lloyd (Adjoa Andoh) visited Ambridge to celebrate her father Jim's birthday. 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. Moreover, he served as voice and speech training director at the Mountview Theatre School in London and the Walt Disney Productions London department manager. Jude eventually left the country without her after leading Pip to believe that they were going on a round the world backpacking trip together. [44]), Bert Fry (7 June 193625 October 2021) (Eric Allan, formerly played by Roger Hume), husband of Freda Fry (deceased, formerly a silent character), was employed for many years as a farmhand by (initially) Phil and later by David and Ruth until his retirement, after which he continued to undertake casual work. Polly Perkins, known as "Mrs P" (Pauline Seville), a close friend of Dan and Doris Archer and formidable mother of Peggy. Tony suffered a heart attack in late February 2012, and a serious farmyard accident in autumn 2014. [37] Carol was originally married to Ambridge landowner Charles Grenville until his death. Joe Grundy (born 18 September 1921) (Edward Kelsey, formerly played by Reg Johnston and Haydn Jones), was the oldest of this well-established local family and often provided comic relief. In April 2017, he attended Elizabeth Pargetter's 50th birthday party, but wasn't heard to speak. Now a silent and seldom mentioned character. The couple married unexpectedly in Las Vegas during a 2010 summer holiday. [51] After only seven months of marriage he suffered a fatal heart attack and left her the Dower House and a majority share in the Bull (which she sold to Lilian Bellamy, in order to raise funds to buy Grey Gables). [12] Josh is Ruth and David Archer's eldest son, and Pip and Ben's brother. He saved the hall for his family. He was convicted in April 2008. Hayley took over the running of John's pig business after John's death, but eventually his brother Tom took an interest and she handed it back to the Archers. For several years she worked at Radio Borsetshire, until leaving home in 2005 to pursue a media studies degree. Bellamy senior died in 1980, but Lilian unaccountably returned to Ambridge in 2003 and took up with Matt Crawford (then a married man); her exploits cause much gnashing of teeth from her respectable sister Jennifer Aldridge. She was the catering manager at the local golf club and organised occasional film nights at the village hall. Over the next few months he isolated Helen from her family and friends, employing gaslighting methods to persuade her that she was the one who was being problematic and even made plans to send Henry to boarding school without Helen's knowledge or consent, with the assistance of his mother, Ursula (played by Carolyn Jones), herself a victim of coercive control at the hands of Rob's father, Bruce (Michael Byrne). Siobhan Donovan (formerly Hathaway, Caroline Lennon) moved into Honeysuckle Cottage in 1999 with her husband, new local doctor Tim Hathaway. They lived for a while in the flat above the village shop before moving back in with Tony and Pat. Matt and Lilian's relationship came to an end in 2015. The following year Crawford was indicted for fraud, having made a business guarantee he knew was false. After years attempting to keep the family farm afloat, they were made bankrupt in 2000 - an opportunity for the mainly urban audience to witness the personal and family tragedy of farm sales and were forced to move to a sink estate in Borchester. Roy Tucker is the father, with whom Phoebe lives in Ambridge. His mother had some difficulty bonding with him when he was born with a cleft lip. Aunt Laura (Gwenda Wilson and Betty McDowall), New Zealander, widow of Dan's younger brother, Frank; she fulfilled a similar dramatic role to Lynda Snell who now lives in Aunt Laura's former home, Ambridge Hall. Grace Archer (Monica Grey and Ysanne Churchman) was Phil Archer's first wife and the first major character to be killed off. She was highly critical of Elizabeth, who was married to her son Nigel until his death from a fall in January 2011. Despite Betty's sudden death, Hayley remained unhappy at living with her father-in-law and wished that she and Roy had a home of their own. Tony started narrating the character Vince Casey in 2020., The Archers is a British radio drama series aired on 1 January 1950 on BBC home service. Will and Ed's rivalry culminated in a fight in which Will nearly killed Ed, and Will moved temporarily to another gamekeeping job in Gloucestershire. He has had a remarkably quiet childhood as Brookfield has been less important in the village with Bridge Farm elbowing other farms out of the spotlight. WebTheres even sex between personages from separate households, thanks to Borsetshires own Beatrice and Benedick, Tracy Horrobin and Jazzer McCreary, who Meanwhile Brookfield has suffered in recent years from bovine TB, but David is enthusiastic about his herd of Herefords. Eileen Titcombe (formerly Pugsley) housekeeper at Lower Loxley. Lillian took a more active role than he expected which caused some friction. Helen Titchener, ne Archer (born 16 April 1979) (Louiza Patikas, formerly played by Frances Graham and Bonnie Engstrom), Tony and Pat Archer's daughter, makes a cheese called "Borsetshire Blue" in the farm dairy and runs the organic farm shop, Ambridge Organics, in Borchester. Jack and Peggy managed (and later owned) the Bull, and Jack had suffered increasingly from alcoholism and excessive gambling. Christine lived with Peggy Woolley for some years but in 2018 suffered a fall and went into The Laurels initially for respite but is intending to take up a place in an assisted living flat. Recently, he bought an old tractor, dubbed Rufus, which he has restored. He was married to Peggy Woolley until his death (see below). After bouncing between dead end jobs for years she convinced Oliver Sterling that she would be a breath of fresh air at Grey Gables, where worked with Lynda Snell as a receptionist before being made redundant when the hotel was shut down; she then worked at a chicken factory until she was fired, and now works at the Bull. Jess moved in on Halloween but left Ambridge in December after a disastrous cocktail party and went back to Hampshire, leaving Rob. Annette Turner (born September 1990) (Anne-Marie Piazza) Teenage daughter of the late Greg Turner. A former chair of the parish council, he is known for his 'NIMBY' views and collection of garden gnomes. ], since young children rapidly adapt their accent to their surroundings. He composed poetry and won several ploughing contests, and was a regular guide at Lower Loxley. bbc.co.uk. Will and Nic have a daughter Poppy. 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. With the additional help of family support and counselling Ed has made major steps towards recovery, demonstrated by his increased dedication to Oliver Sterling's dairy farm. The series is led by known actors, including June Spencer as Peggy Woolley, Jill Archer as Patricia Greene, Angela Piper as Jennifer Aldridge, and Judy Bennett as Shula Hebden-Lloyd., Tony Turner plays Vince Casey in the radio drama The Archers. He was patriarch of the Archer family. Alistair Lloyd (born 1962) (Michael Lumsden), Shula's ex-husband, is a vet. Kate Madikane, ne Aldridge (born 30 September 1977) (Perdita Avery, formerly played by Kellie Bright and Susie Riddell), is the elder daughter of Brian and Jennifer. [17] Will's dog is called Meg. She gave up the effort after a few weeks and joined AmsideMatt and Lilian's new property company. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Brenda Tucker (born 21 January 1981) (Amy Shindler) has had some controversial short-term relationships, with Debbie's husband, with Lilian's then (much younger) lover and with Lilian's son. While on the Nuffield Scheme, Tom fell for a previous Nuffield Scholar and then mentor, Natasha. Ruth survived breast cancer which struck in 2000, undergoing a mastectomy operation. He was the owner of Grey Gables until he sold it in 2022, and he continues to own Grange Farm, with the farmhouse rented to Eddie and Clarrie Grundy whilst the land is rented by Ed Grundy for Texel sheep. John "Jack" Archer (Denis Folwell), son of Dan, elder brother of Phil and Christine, first husband of Peggy, ne Perkins, later Woolley, father of Jennifer, Lillian and Tony: died 1972 of liver failure. When she died, her property was left to a New Zealand relative, and the colonel was cut out. In 2020 Caroline Lennon played the part again, to record a message Siobhan had left on a CD for Ruairi to hear on his 18th birthday.[58]. Snatch Foster was formerly also a friend of Eddie Grundy, but ended up in prison for selling condemned meat to him. Growing up, Josh helps his parents out around the farm. A parental testing showed that despite Emma's certainty to the contrary, George was Will's son. Tim Beecham (Tim Brierley and David Parfitt), an old friend of Nigel Pargetter. Upon Jack's retirement, she and partner Oliver Sterling managed to raise funds to buy the hotel and she became the proprietor. Janet's time as vicar led the conservative Peggy Woolley to attend services at All Saints' in Borchester until she left the parish. 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. After initially repressing her grief Kirsty eventually agreed to take compassionate leave and grieved properly. In May 2007 Constanza gave birth to a cria, which Lynda named Salieri, reassuring one acquaintance that the legend of Salieri murdering Mozart was a myth. It was then that Rob revealed himself to be manipulative, controlling and emotionally abusive. Subsequently, Tom sold his business and moved to Canada. Tracy Horrobin (Susie Riddell) is the younger sister of Susan Carter and frequently a great embarrassment to her. When the village cricket team opened itself to female players she joined the team, eventually winning an election to become team captain. In 2004-05 Lynda ran a campaign to renovate the former Cat & Fiddle pub, but despite the help of Griff Rhys Jones the scheme failed and the building was earmarked to become flats. In October 2018, Freddie was given a 12-month youth detention order for dealing in narcotics. Bailey, or Baillie spelling uncertain, Ian's second in command in the Grey Gables kitchen. Sid Perks (Alan Devereux) was landlord of The Bull, Ambridge's village pub. The circumstances of Ruair's arrival briefly engulfed the village in gossip and, for some, scandal. Freda Fry wife of Bert Fry. After a spell at the University of Exeter she returned home to get away from a relationship with Canadian lecturer Simon Gerrard (Garrick Hagon); years later Debbie got involved with Simon again and in spite of Brian's forebodings they were married. Despite owning an MG sports car, bought with a windfall from his mother, he is generally considered to be a rather dull man. Sergeant Harrison Burns (James Cartwright) is a member of the local police force. According to BBC, Vince is currently in a relationship with Elizabeth Pargetter, played by Allison Dowling in the series. It took Kathy some time to trust a man again, and Kenton showed uncharacteristic patience in enabling her to rebuild her self-confidence. She gave a talk to the Ambridge Women's Institute in 1984 and moved into Nightingale Farm in 1985. Kenton Archer (born Kenton Edward Archer, 8 August 1958) (Richard Attlee, formerly played by Graeme Kirk) is portrayed as the wastrel of the Archer family. In October 2011, he returned to the village to visit his ailing mother. The actor is knownfor his character in television programs, including Graham Sullivan in Party Animals, Adrian Osler in New Tricks, ARP Warden Perkins in Foyle's War, and Ron Woods in Maxwell.. Realising the error of his ways, he went on to gain a degree in business studies at Felpersham University. Was known to have attracted Nigel Pargetter's eye. Questions were asked in the House of Commons of then Home Secretary Michael Howard. He was charged with the Borchester mail-van robbery in 1967 but was eventually acquitted. Barry, barman at The Bull, given to popping crisp packets during slow shifts, and sporting a 'manbun' among other remarkable fashion statements. In 2019, she surprised her family by announcing that she had met a new man - Leonard Berry, a widower who she met while visiting the Laurels. In the 2021 new year's honours list Lynda Snell received an MBE, for which she had been nominated "by the community". Known for many years as just 'Mrs Pugsley' until her marriage to Titcombe. Bert died in The Bull on the episode first aired at 19:05 on 25 October 2021, peacefully nodding off following a game of cribbage with Ben and Ruth Archer. When Will discovered her infidelity with his brother, she moved with Ed and baby George to a caravan outside her parents' home. His cowman's heavy-handed advice (which he and Ruth reluctantly accepted) that they should dispense with the services of Shula's husband as vet for their dairy herd in favour of a specialist caused a serious family rift, and was followed by his near-affair with Sophie Barlow. Numerous animals have been repeatedly referred to during The Archers' run usually played by the special effects department as necessary: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/3dXcdbXfwsp4qTCXY28Lx5x/ian-craig. However, due to this latest feud, he withdrew that money to take revenge on the archer dynasty. Tregorran died in July 2014 and was buried in Ambridge. On this weeks episode, we hear views from Witherspoon, Carolyn Wright, Clare, Miranda, Liz, In late 2012, financial troubles reflecting earlier reductions in milk prices forced the couple to move back in with Emma's parents. His widow returned for the funeral and decided to move back to the village. While preparing for the birth of the child Tom applied for, and gained a Nuffield Scholarship, which he hoped would enable him to set up an organic baby food business. In 2010 she married Chris Carter (below), the farrier son of Neil and Susan. Who knew Vince Casey would be so impressed by a woolly sparrowhawk? She also had problems with her daughter Helen's new boyfriend Rob in 2014, especially given the affair and the break- down of a marriage within which they were brought together. However their misdeeds tend toward relatively harmless mischief-making rather than criminal activity (although on one occasion they committed criminal damage by vandalizing Rob Titchener's car and it was eventually established that they were the 'bunting thieves'). On returning to the village, Ed at first sought refuge with mentor and past employer, Oliver Sterling, who did his best to help him face his demons and abandon his vices. Usha, her stepmother, discovered that Carl was married but failed to warn her about him, which caused a serious rift between them and to a lesser degree between Amy and her father. [46] He died shortly after his 92nd birthday and the death of the actor Chris Gittins.[47]. She returned to Ambridge in 2008 to look after the family when Ruth had her breast reconstruction surgery and was also in contact with Professor Jim Lloyd, Alistair's father. Rob Titchener (Timothy Watson) moved to Ambridge in January 2013 to manage Borchester Land's intensive dairy enterprise. Ed Grundy (born 28 September 1984) (Barry Farrimond) is the younger son of Eddie and Clarrie. She has been a silent character since 2022, when the actor retired at the age of 103. Brian was prosecuted by The Environment Agency and forced to retire from active management of the farm. He eventually left the village to live with an old Army friend in Bristol. [31]. He first came to Ambridge from Birmingham, where he had been sent to borstal for breaking and entering, which made obtaining his publican's licence difficult. Susie Riddell had previously voiced Kate Aldridge but left the series to pursue other projects before returning as Tracey. Daniel "Dan" Archer (Harry Oakes, Monte Crick, Edgar Harrison and Frank Middlemass), son of the elder John Archer, was the first owner of Brookfield when the family bought it from Squire Lawson-Hope. 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. His tenure came to end in 1987 when helping David fell a tree using a chainsaw. [40] Nigel developed a number of vague resemblances to Prince Charles. Fallon runs the Bridge farm caf with Emma Grundy and upcycles furniture as well as undertaking catering for local dos. When Oliver Sterling moved to the village she began an affair with him and they eventually moved into Grange Farm together. He has an uncomfortable relationship with his stepson, Adam, which has been the source of some friction with his wife. Archers - Brookfield Farm branch. 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. No mean cook, Satya often arrives bearing food parcels for her culinarily inept niece. On New Year's Day 2007, whilst driving drunk, she knocked down Mike Tucker[7] but Tom, a passenger in the car, took the blame. WebPeggy Woolley, ne Perkins, formerly Archer (born Margaret Perkins, 13 November 1924) ( June Spencer, briefly played by Thelma Rogers) is the widow of Phil's elder brother, In early 2006 Sid and Jolene were concerned that the decision of Caroline Pemberton to sell her controlling interest in The Bull would threaten its future but were relieved when Lilian bought her share. He was regarded as one of the most humourless characters in the village, even before the death of his beloved wife Betty in December 2005. He plays the role of a businessman who runs an abattoir business.. Jennifer died in January 2023 when the actor retired due to ill-health. Following his debut in the 1963 Z Cars as McEvoy, Tony has starred in over 40 TV series and movies. They were married in June 2006. Following his debut in the 1963 Z Cars as McEvoy, Tony has starred in over 40 TV series and movies. WebRebecca Fuller (III) Actress. Pat Archer ne Lewis (born Patricia Lewis, 10 January 1952) (Patricia Gallimore) Tony's wife since 1974 is of Welsh descent. Ben David Archer (born David Thomas Archer, 18 September 1959) (Timothy Bentinck, formerly played by Nigel Carrivick) is the second son of Phil and Jill and, as the only child of the four to show any interest in, or aptitude for, farming, has assumed responsibility for Brookfield Farm. Although David went along with this at first, he had doubts and confessed he could never leave Ambridge. 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. Lilian was elected to the parish council in January 2006. After returning to Ambridge in February 2009, Will pushed for Nic and her 2 children (Jake (then 4) and Mia (then 2)), to move back in with him: they did, and in 2010 Nic started occasional bar work at The Bull, a career move which traditionally leads to expanded roles. In contrast, the show gradually became popular and attracted many listeners as a significant source of entertainment in 1953, with nine million listeners. However a couple of weeks later she miscarried. In 2006 she dated a journalist who quickly rejected her; this subsequently threatened a return to her earlier problems. His brother-in-law Brian Aldridge enjoys winding him up over farming matters, and dinner parties involving the two couples usually end in tears. He arrived in Ambridge as a gentleman farmer and huntsman and bought Grange Farm from the estate. While pregnant she finally started receiving treatment for alcoholism. Fallon's drive to modernise village life has caused friction with older characters such as Lynda Snell, who resigned from the 2016 fte committee after an argument with Fallon and with Shula Hebden Lloyd who felt pushed out of catering the village cricket teas when Fallon took over following Harrison's appointment as captain. 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