Strathblair
Black Watch Sergeant Alec Ritchie and his new wife Jennifer move to a rundown sheep farm in the Scottish countryside.
Seasons
1. In Good Faith
Air Date: 1992-05-03
Newlyweds Alec and Jennifer Ritchie have been promised the tenancy of a dilapidated farm in the remote Scottish countryside. Life does not look like it's going to be easy, and the prospects look grim. Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by Ken Hannam.
2. Family Affairs
Air Date: 1992-05-10
Macrae of Balbuie (Andrew Keir) receives an unwelcome visitor. (Also starred David Tennant as Archie the Hiker in one of his earliest television roles). Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by David Blair.
3. Sheep Don't Safely Graze
Air Date: 1992-05-17
Alec has an encounter with an old army friend with surprising consequences. Andrew worries about the prospect of a war in Korea and Robert's past catches up with him. Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by David Blair.
4. Partings
Air Date: 1992-05-24
Jennifer has to return south after her mother is taken ill. Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by David Blair.
5. Crimes and Misdemeanours
Air Date: 1992-05-31
Alec decides to attend the farm auction whilst Veronica returns to London. Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by Ken Hannam.
6. Visitations
Air Date: 1992-06-07
Jenny is surprised by a visit from an old flame. Umberto meets an old friend at the agricultural show. Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by Ken Hannam.
7. Into the Forest
Air Date: 1992-06-28
Alec and Jenny's tenancy is put in jeopardy when Sir James plans some changes. Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by Ken Hannam.
8. Coming to Terms
Air Date: 1992-07-05
Alec and Jenny enjoy a day at the lamb sales. American businessman Donald Telfer (Lou Hirsch) pays his partner Andrew a visit. Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by David Blair.
9. Past and Present
Air Date: 1992-07-12
Pheemie reveals a dark secret to Jenny. Andrew proposes to Flora and Sir James is delighted. Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by David Blair.
10. Day of Judgement
Air Date: 1992-07-19
Umberto is troubled when the past catches up with him. Andrew is drafted back into service and heads off to Korea. Alec and Jenny decide on their future when tragedy strikes. Produced by Aileen Forsyth. Directed by David Blair.
1. Episode 1
Air Date: 1993-06-27
Following the disaster at the end of the last series, Alec and Jenny return home. Sir James receives an important telegram at Strathblair House.
2. Episode 2
Air Date: 1993-07-04
Sir James plans some unexpected changes and Andrew returns home to some startling news. Umberto's scheming causes a stir among the girls in the village, and he has a surprise in store for Pheemie.
3. Episode 3
Air Date: 1993-07-11
Sir James and Lady Constance prepare to leave for the USA leaving Andrew in charge, but his plans for the future of Strathblair shock and upset Flora. Umberto's flirtations stir up trouble in the village, and there are those who want to be rid of him.
4. Episode 4
Air Date: 1993-07-18
The attack upon Umberto causes much gossip in the village, and Jenny becomes embroiled in the situation.
5. Episode 5
Air Date: 1993-07-25
Jenny's parents visit for the first time and Alec finds himself on better terms with his father-in-law.
6. Episode 6
Air Date: 1993-08-01
Andrew and Flora discover how close they came to being the victims of a robbery, and they have to face some unwelcome facts.
7. Episode 7
Air Date: 1993-08-08
Andrew's plans for a Festival Day at Strathblair, but not everyone is keen on the idea. Meanwhile, Macrae, Robert and Pheemie set up their own fringe exhibition. Later, Andrew has a conflict with the local MP.
8. Episode 8
Air Date: 1993-08-15
Andrew runs an election campaign but receives a rough reception at a public meeting in the village, and Sir James is not best pleased. Robert meets Tansy's family and is in for a big surprise.
9. Episode 9
Air Date: 1993-08-22
Alec has big ideas for the future but Jenny does not share his enthusiasm. It's the day of reckoning for Andrew as the polls open in the local election.
10. Episode 10
Air Date: 1993-08-29
The final episode. Dreams are fulfilled and ghosts are laid to rest in Strathblair.
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Rating
0.0/10
Release Date
1992-05-03
Episodes
20 (2 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
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Production Companies
BBC Television Centre