Drama serial tracking the fortunes of a group of characters on the home front as they try to maintain normality while Britain is involved in the First World War.
On this day in 1918, MP John Dillon warned that the new conscription bill would lead to further food shortages, and in Folkestone, Marieke is fed up. Written by Lucy Catherine Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Ciaran Bermingham Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the German's launched Operation Georgette as part of their Spring Offensive, and on the edge of Folkestone, Edie wakes up to an unwelcome intrusion. Written by Lucy Catherine Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Ciaran Bermingham Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the USA marked a year since joining the war, and in Folkestone, it's Noah Hamilton's birthday, or would have been. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the Michael Offensive came to an end, and in Folkestone, it's the opening night of Jezebel. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, three Labour Party delegates were prevented from sailing to America on a peace mission, and Victor is called back to Folkestone by a letter. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the British scuttled several of their own submarines off the Finnish coast, and in Folkestone, Sylvia jeopardises her comfortable life. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, Sinn Fein leader, Michael Collins was arrested for sedition, and in Folkestone, Oscar's life is about to change. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, "Influenza of a severe type" was reported to have broken out at a U.S. army camp, and at the Bevan Hospital, Howard is faced with a different epidemic. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Ciaran Bermingham Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, Easter Intercession services were held around the country, and in Folkestone, Ivy Monk is praying that everything runs smoothly at the Pleasure Gardens theatre. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Ciaran Bermingham Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, a woman in Folkestone was prosecuted for running a so-called "house of ill fame", while Marion feels far from home. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Ciaran Bermingham Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, Winston Churchill called for munition workers to forego an Easter break, and in Folkestone, Adeline is distracted by something else in the newspaper. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Ciaran Bermingham Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, Married Love by Marie Stopes was published, and in Folkestone, Alice isn't feeling enamoured with Bill. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Ciaran Bermingham Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, Parisian wedding processions continued through the streets despite a bombardment with shells from a long-range gun over 70 miles away, and in Folkestone, Jessie and Adam play house. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, 'Women's Day' raised funds for the WAAC, and in Folkestone, Adeline finds her own way of helping women. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, a convoy of 120 stretcher cases arrived in Folkestone, and Bill Macknade is ready to get back on his feet. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the War Office forbade the use of 'maisons tolérées', and in Folkestone, Kitty encounters the sharp end of intolerance. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the House of Lords discussed the founding of a League of Nations, and in Folkestone, Dorothea puts together a mixed dinner party. Written by Katie Hims Story-led by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the Times published details for women registering to vote, and in Folkestone, Kitty's dearest wish comes true. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the RMS Amazon was sunk off the Irish Coast, and in Folkestone, Ivy encounters some formidable women. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the Crawford Report recommended the building of the Imperial War Museum, and in Folkestone, Sylvia establishes a new friendship. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, an education bill was proposed, asserting the rights of children, and in Folkestone, Adeline furthers their interests in her own way. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the Yorkshire coast was attacked by zeppelins, and in Folkestone, Alec Poole feels a bit put upon. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, Businessmen's Week was said to have raised over £100m in war bonds, and in Folkestone, Alice's fortunes take a downturn. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the Bolsheviks became the Russian Communist Party and in Folkestone, Kitty isn't in a party mood. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, Germany signed a peace treaty with Finland, and in Folkestone, Edie and Marion negotiate some unforeseen challenges. Cast Edie Chadwick ..... Kathryn Beaumont Marion Wardle ..... Laura Elphinstone Kitty Lumley ..... Ami Metcalf Jack Wilson ..... Ashley Kumar Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, news emerged that the last signed work of Bellini was destroyed in an Austrian raid on Venice, and in Folkestone, Adeline takes her art class out. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the post office stated in the Times that it accepted no liability for post lost due to enemy action, and in Folkestone, Sylvia receives a letter from her son. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Notes By 1918, some of the inevitable consequences of creating a large, paid, female workforce, and relying more than ever on educated women to run organisations supporting the war, were beginning to scare the establishment horses. Women were too free, and their fr...
On this day in 1918, it was reported that in Grimsby, a 70 year old former member of the Rifle Brigade had attempted to enlist, and in Tynemouth, Edie Chadwick is still holding on to the past. Home Front returns on 5 March with a new season set in Folkestone Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, the SS Birtley was sunk returning from Dunkirk, losing 18 crew, and in Tynemouth, old friends arrive seeking safety. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1918, nearly all shipyards in the North East were at a standstill due to snow, hail and high winds, and in Tynemouth Alan Lowther is despondent. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
