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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 4 - Life Is Full Of Ups And Downs

With William having a particularly stressful time at work, Hester suggests a day-trip to France for cheap cheese and wine. Unfortunately, the weather takes a turn for the worst, and the Fields are stuck in a typically French bedsit hotel overnight...

Broadcast details

Date
Thursday 25th September 1986
Time
7:30pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Julia McKenzie Hester Fields
Anton Rodgers William Fields
Guest cast
Sheila Keith Hotelier
Ronnie Stevens Hypermarket Salesman
Mark Colleano Estate Agent
Louise English Hypermarket Cashier
Writing team
John Chapman Writer
Production team
Peter Frazer-Jones Director
Peter Frazer-Jones Producer
Grant Goodwin Editor
Stuart McCarthy Production Designer

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