Nearest and Dearest

Nearest and Dearest (1968-1973)

EndedScripted showComedy

Colne's finest pickle factory, Pledge's Purer Pickles, falls into the hands of Nellie and Eli Pledge after the death of their father, Joshua. Neither of the previously estranged siblings are that keen on taking on the business but they are forced into partnership by their father's bequest of £20,000 cash, should they keep the factory - and family home - running for at least 5 years.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S07E07Far from the Madding PongFeb 7, 1973
S07E06The VisitJan 31, 1973
S07E05The One That Got AwayJan 24, 1973
S07E04Get Out of ThatJan 18, 1973
S07E03The French DisconnectionJan 11, 1973
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Nearest and Dearest premiere?

Nearest and Dearest premiered on April 26, 1968.

Who played Nellie Pledge in Nearest and Dearest?

Hylda Baker played Nellie Pledge in Nearest and Dearest.

Who played Eli Pledge in Nearest and Dearest?

Jimmy Jewel played Eli Pledge in Nearest and Dearest.

What kind of business did Nellie and Eli Pledge run in Nearest and Dearest?

Nellie and Eli Pledge ran a pickle-making business in Nearest and Dearest.

What was the name of Nellie and Eli's business in Nearest and Dearest?

The name of Nellie and Eli's business in Nearest and Dearest was Pledge's Purer Pickles.

Who played Juniper Berry in Nearest and Dearest?

Madge Hindle played Juniper Berry in Nearest and Dearest.

What was the relationship between Juniper Berry and Nellie Pledge in Nearest and Dearest?

Juniper Berry was Nellie Pledge's sister in Nearest and Dearest.

What was the name of the actor who played Sam Cobbett in Nearest and Dearest?

Edward Malin played Sam Cobbett in Nearest and Dearest.

Who was the actor that played Lily in Nearest and Dearest?

Pat Coombs played Lily in Nearest and Dearest.

What was the relationship between Lily and Nellie Pledge in Nearest and Dearest?

Lily was Nellie Pledge's friend in Nearest and Dearest.

Who played Henry in Nearest and Dearest?

Joe Gladwin played Henry in Nearest and Dearest.

What was the relationship between Eli Pledge and Henry in Nearest and Dearest?

Henry was Eli Pledge's brother in Nearest and Dearest.

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