After spells in London and Spain he opened a wine bar in Borchester in 1980 and later an antique shop (with Kenton Archer). He is involved in both high drama and comedy and theres nothing more satisfying for me to inhabit those two worlds. Peter Partner of Sean Myerson, who was the landlord of the Cat and Fiddle pub. He conducted an armed siege at the village shop in 1993, in 1997 assaulted gamekeeper George Barford knocking him unconscious and set fire to the Barford's home gutting the building in 2004. He no longer has an Irish accent,[28] following a change of actor in 2012.[29]. After acquiring her second husband Ralph Bellamy in 1971, she left Ambridge to live with him in tax exile in the Channel Islands; she has by him a grown-up son James (rarely encountered except when he needs money). [57] She died from cancer on 31 May 2007. To offer support and protection, the local GP, Richard Locke (William Gaminara), then her lover, moved into her house, Blossom Hill Cottage, shortly afterwards. Tom was engaged to Brenda Tucker between May 2009 and April 2013. Heather Pritchard (Margaret Jackman, formerly played by Joyce Gibbs) Ruth Archer's widowed mother who lived in Prudhoe, Northumberland. After finding that Kenton had had a one-night stand with a customer of his bar, she threw him out. Jazzer McCreary and Ed Grundy were involved with Fallon at various times. Kate inherited her mother's hippie tendencies, but her narcissistic personality was unique to her. She returned to Ambridge but endured a disastrous relationship with local businessman Cameron Fraser (which led to Elizabeth having an abortion) before finally marrying Nigel Pargetter after a relationship some years before. She gave a talk to the Ambridge Women's Institute in 1984 and moved into Nightingale Farm in 1985. [51] He died on 2 January 2014. The Archers spoilers: Tom and Natasha Archer's marriage DOOMED? For several years she worked at Radio Borsetshire, until leaving home in 2005 to pursue a media studies degree. He was charged with the Borchester mail-van robbery in 1967 but was eventually acquitted. Whilst living as a vagrant, he had become addicted to alcohol and crack cocaine. 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. Rairi Donovan (born 14 November 2002[26]) (Arthur Hughes since 2018) is the son of Brian Aldridge and Siobhn Hathaway. Lily is the more easily angered, sarcastic and pretentious twin; while Freddie, is more sweet-natured and very sensitive, though also more cocky and moody at times. Will and Nic have a daughter Poppy. Twin daughters Nova and Seren were born in July 2022. Simon Pemberton (Peter Wingfield), Guy Pemberton's caddish son, inherited the estate after his father's death. Eventually she left Will for Ed, taking George with her, although George was later shown by DNA paternity testing to be Will's child. An outsider by birth, Matt often inveigled himself into positions of power, such as the parish council, but many villagers were suspicious of his motives. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. 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. Making his debut in 1983, he was once considered to be somewhat dim and irresponsible, wearing a gorilla suit at a hunt ball in 1983, inadvertently joy riding with Shula Archer in 1984 and driving an ice-cream van as 'Mr Snowy' in 1986. He was married to Peggy Woolley until his death (see below). Kirsty was good friends with Tom's sister, Helen, but they fell out when Kirsty discovered that Helen had known before the wedding day that Tom had doubts. In 2013 she was attracted to the recently arrived dairy unit manager, Rob Titchener. She is busily involved in village life and supports her children by taking on child-minding duties. 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, Learn how and when to remove these template messages, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "BBC Blogs - The Archers - David Troughton is the new Tony Archer", "William Troughton takes over as Tom Archer", "BBC Radio 4 - The Archers, Ben and Ruairi get caught", "Heather Bell returns to Radio 4's The Archers to reprise role of Clarrie Grundy", "BBC Radio 4 - the Archers - Lexi Viktorova", "The Archers - Ruairi Donovan - BBC Radio 4", "Yes, it's a new actor playing Ruairi. His or her gender was not specified for some considerable time, but definitely referred to as 'he' by Oliver Sterling in the Xmas Eve episode. Elizabeth Day: My lifelong passion is cool at last. While on the Nuffield Scheme, Tom fell for a previous Nuffield Scholar and then mentor, Natasha. On the death of his father a few years later, he strove to save his ancestral home, and involved Elizabeth, now also more mature, as his marketing manager. Ian and Adam's relationship has elicited little moral outrage or criticism in the village, with the exception of Sid Perks, the late landlord of the pub, and Adam's grandmother Peggy Woolley, who was distinctly uncomfortable. He had also attempted to rape Shula Archer. Tom is highly ambitious for his sausage-making business, but his contract with a supermarket chain nearly bankrupted him, despite his disastrous affair with their buyer, Tamsin. [23] The producers of The Archers maintain this was a very popular plot nationwide. Continue reading. 100% Upvoted. Johnny makes life difficult for Tom and Elizabeth takes advice from Oliver 23 August 2018; 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. He also undertook occasional tree-surgery work. Peggy 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, Jack Archer, and of Jack Woolley. After having a one-night stand with Tom shortly after the trial, Kirsty became pregnant with his son and despite her initial reservations decided to keep the baby. 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. He mainly makes his living by raising turkeys for Christmas, laying patios and selling novelty garden gnomes. Thanks to Usha's parents' disapproval toward their daughter's lifestyle, Satya provides the main link with her family. Pat Archer ne Lewis (born Patricia Lewis, 10 January 1952) (Patricia Gallimore) Tony's wife since 1974 is of Welsh descent. A good rogering could cure her depression to be fair. At the same time, Jack Woolley's adopted daughter Hazel (various actresses, on this occasion Annette Badland) came over from the United States, after some years of absence. As a result, Pip became pregnant leading to the birth of Rosie Ruth Grace Archer, her third forename recognising the Fairbrother heritage. Caroline Sterling, ne Bone, formerly Pemberton (born 3 April 1955; died 2017) (Sara Coward) moved to the village in 1977, aged 22, when she was hired by Sid as barmaid in the Bull. She was the general manager at Grey Gables until it was sold. Helen and Henry moved in with Rob in early 2014, and Helen and Rob married in summer 2015. In 2019, Shula surprised her family when she announced her intention to take the initial steps to becoming a Church of England vicar. Following Sid's untimely death she formed a relationship with Kenton Archer, and they were married in 2013. Phil Archer died on 12 February 2010. Tregorran died in July 2014 and was buried in Ambridge. Hayley worked at Lower Loxley as nanny to Freddie and Lily Pargetter, and then as a rather amorphous children's visitor specialist. [24]. Prior to their marriage the relationship hit a rocky patch when Burns arrested Fallon's father for drug dealing but they managed to get past this major obstacle. #TheArchers, another added. [12] Josh is Ruth and David Archer's eldest son, and Pip and Ben's brother. David's wife Ruth had meanwhile in exasperation at David's apparent affair fallen in love with the farm's contractor Sam. Jolene Archer, formerly Perks, previously Tuson, originally Rogers (Buffy Davis), widow of Sid Perks, whose third wife she was, and landlady of the Bull. Sadly, Kirsty miscarried and Tom lost all enthusiasm for baby food, returning from his travels instead with a passion for fermented food, something not widely shared in the family or the village. [39] In late 2012, Clive was sent back to prison after breaking the terms of his licence and entering Ambridge to confront his sister, Tracy, and his brother's wife, Donna. Completely unaware of the truth, Elizabeths world is due to come crashing down. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. 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. Nelson Gabriel (Jack May), Walter's son, was for many years the most disreputable character in the village. When she died, her property was left to a New Zealand relative, and the colonel was cut out. Until she gave her notice in January 2007 she worked as a cleaner at Brookfield. She had previously worked for several years at the village shop and post office, and as Tom Archer's assistant in his sausage-making business. Jess moved in on Halloween but left Ambridge in December after a disastrous cocktail party and went back to Hampshire, leaving Rob. F*** off Russ., Another added: Its a shame Russ is such a t***. He displayed vitriolic homophobia towards Sean Myerson, a professional rival, when the latter captained the village cricket team, and again when Adam Macy began a relationship with Ian Craig, the Grey Gables chef. Adam lived abroad for many years, mainly in Kenya, helping breed goats, but came back to the family farm when a major relationship broke up. TV credits include - Das Boot (Sky), Ackley Bridge (C4), Snatch (Little Island), Creeped Out (BBC), Emmerdale (ITV), Moving On (BBC), Coronation Street (ITV), Mount Pleasant (Tiger Aspect), Worlds End (BBC), Doctors BBC, DCI Banks (ITV), Appropriate Adult (ITV), Hollyoaks (Lime TV), Lost in Austen (ITV), The Bill (Freemantle), The Royal Today (YTV), Northern Lights (Granada), The Chase (ITV), Blue Murder (Granada), Vincent (Granada), The Royal (YTV) and so on. Her marriage to George lasted over 25 years and was happy, but latterly they experienced difficult times as their house burned down due to an arson attack by Clive Horrobin. Express. 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. Firstly blaming Russ for doing with Chelsea what she herself did when Russ was married. The birth was somewhat (the chronology as aired is contradictory) premature and Abbie was expected to remain in hospital until her original due date, although medical practice is 'until 2.5 kilos'. A confidant and comforter of many a troubled resident, the Grey Gables chef is socially easy-going and affable. Privacy Policy. He has spent much time playing computer games with Rairi Donovan (Brian Aldridges son) and since gaining a voice they have taken a huge interest in off-road driving and Ben helped Jill in the kitchen at Christmas. Ruth Archer, ne Pritchard (born 16 June 1968) (Felicity Finch) is the wife of David Archer. She is married to Brian Aldridge. Matt and Lilian's relationship came to an end in 2015. Cameron Fraser (Delaval Astley) came to Ambridge in 1990 when he bought the Berrow Estate from Lilian Bellamy. to be the villain of the serial, is sometimes seen as one of the most interesting and subtle characters. Living with and looking after Elizabeth, who has been suffering depression on the BBC radio soap, Russ was all smiles during tonights instalment as he tried to support the family. Lilian was elected to the parish council in January 2006. Radio credits include - Strings, Things Fall Apart, Your Blue Eyed Boy, Variations on a Theme by Neil Armstrong, What Masie Knew, Brief Lives, Bindi Business, Higher, Victory, Sense and Sensibility, Talking to Zeus, The First Day Of The Rest Of My Life, Mr Maughams Journey Home, Rafe, Hero Jones and so on. Elizabeth witnessed his fatal attempt to rescue a sheep in difficulty on Lakey Hill, despite her pleading with him not to. Lynda Snell MBE (born 29 May 1947) (Carole Boyd) lives at Ambridge Hall with her husband, Robert Snell. The character survived the deaths of the first three actors before finally being killed off in 1986. The Archers airs weekdays on BBC Radio 4 at 7pm. Brian has had several extramarital affairs during his marriage to Jennifer, including at least one with (the then) Caroline Bone (1985) and more recently with the Irish-born translator Siobhn Hathaway (Caroline Lennon), which produced his only son, Rairi. The shock of this event made her re-evaluate her life and she has since helped develop a new type of cheese with Oliver Sterling. In 2018, Shula stunned Alistair when she told him their marriage was over. He became quite the local villain during his relatively brief tenure: Mike Tucker lost an eye in an accident, Caroline Bone (later Sterling) and Marjorie Antrobus were swindled out of a sizeable portion of their savings, and a pregnant Elizabeth Archer was abandoned at a motor service station as he fled overseas to escape arrest. The music venue opened on Oct. 7, 1966, and the owner Russ Gibb had about 60 people that showed up to see the Chosen Few and the MC5, according to Historic Detroit. When younger she was a stalwart of the Borsetshire Country and Western scene (under the name The Lily of Layton Cross), and object of Eddie Grundy's affections, much to Clarrie's distress. Mike subsequently discovered the truth, Helen paid for the driving course that Tom was sentenced to attend, and Tom and Brenda moved into one of the holiday cottages at Home Farm. Her career took off when in 1979 Jack Woolley offered her a job at Grey Gables and she eventually became manager. Kenton's former partner, Kathy Perks, is the ex-wife of Sid Perks, the late landlord of The Bull. They married in summer 2008 and Usha's family have warmed to the idea and attended the wedding, though Mabel did not. After his sister Helen's trial and acquittal, Tom and Kirsty got back together for one evening and she later discovered that she was pregnant. Known for many years as just 'Mrs Pugsley' until her marriage to Titcombe. [35] When younger Fallon was the lead singer of local rock band, Little White Lies, when not running the Upstairs@the Bull music venue and working as a barmaid. Her catchphrase was "one fried egg or two, Phil?"[40]. [19] As of 2021[update] she is a vegetarian, climate change activist and opponent of hunting. In 2022, Lily and Russ' relationship quickly collapsed when she struggled to show trust in him when he was wrongly accused of being the father of Chelsea's baby. His mother rather desperately encouraged this, to Neil's disapproval, but the couple soon found themselves incompatible, and Christopher finished the liaison. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts In this romance she calls him "Tiger" and he calls her "Pussy-cat". Phil Archer (Norman Painting) younger son of Dan and long-time patriarch of the Archer family and a leading resident of the village. Once well known for persistently failing his law exams. Jessica buxom falconer at Lower Loxley. Occasionally Jazzer manages to surprise everyone with a sensitive side, such as when he wowed the audience of Ambridge's Got Talent with his heartfelt rendition of a Scottish folk song ("Roses of Prince Charlie"). Yes, and if Lily and Russ had been at separate schools there wouldn't even be a case to answer. In 2010 she married Chris Carter (below), the farrier son of Neil and Susan. Lilys brother Freddie has found opinionated Russ particularly challenging, taking longer than any of the family to warm to him, and having to work hard to find any common ground. After Matt's release the couple grew closer and ran property investment start-up Amside Holdings together until Matt deserted her to live with another woman in Costa Rica. She then dated Sam Batton, who ended the relationship because he was in love with Ruth Archer. [47] Walter Gabriel's phrase "Me old pal, me old beauty" remains one of the most enduringly remembered phrases associated with The Archers. She was highly critical of Elizabeth, who was married to her son Nigel until his death from a fall in January 2011. They were imploring Lilly to break up with him a few weeks ago, and now it looks like theyre desperate for him to just leave altogether, although some fans did admit that they have grown to like him a bit. He makes cider and kept a pig called Barbarella. He was, having concealed his marriage from her and wanting only a fling. Realising the error of his ways, he went on to gain a degree in business studies at Felpersham University. Kathy was at one time Pat Archer's best friend. It sounded to me there was a little bit more than a friendship growing there? Kirsty Miller (Annabelle Dowler),[34] worked at Ambridge Organics and the Jaxx Bar. Her practical side was the perfect grounding for her eccentric and slightly scatty husband, who died in a fall on 2 January 2011. 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