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Fresh Fields. Image shows from L to R: Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie), William Fields (Anton Rodgers). Copyright: Thames Television
Fresh Fields

Fresh Fields

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1984 - 1986
  • 27 episodes (4 series)

Middle-aged couple William and Hester Fields are enjoying their life - or they try to, when Hester's constant drive for self-improvement allows. Stars Julia McKenzie, Anton Rodgers, Ann Beach, Fanny Rowe, Ballard Berkeley and Debby Cumming

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Series 4, Episode 8 - Happy Returns

After a relaxing Italian break, the Fields are heading back to Barnes. Unfortunately, her habit of collecting items leads to William putting his back out when moving one of her suitcases - with her birthday just days away, what will he and Sonia be able to pull off?

Broadcast details

Date
Thursday 23rd October 1986
Time
7:30pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Julia McKenzie Hester Fields
Anton Rodgers William Fields
Ann Beach Sonia
Fanny Rowe Nancy
Ballard Berkeley Guy
Guest cast
Milton Johns Customs Officer
Philip York David
Catherine Rabett Monica
Peter Blake Pool Attendant
Catherine Feller Chambermaid
Frank Coda Waiter
Donald Douglas Dr Summers
Christine Russell Receptionist
Auriol Smith Mrs McKie
Writing team
John Chapman Writer
Production team
Peter Frazer-Jones Director
Peter Frazer-Jones Producer
Tom Kavanagh Editor
Stuart McCarthy Production Designer

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