Shillingbury Tales

Shillingbury Tales (1981)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

Shillingbury Tales is set in the fictional village of Shillingbury in Hertfordshire. Londoners Peter and Sally Higgins move to the idyllic English countryside to enjoy the ambiance of fine thatched-roofed cottages, strawberry cream teas, oak-timbered pubs and a collection of eccentric locals, including grumpy farmer Jake, his sexy daughter Sally, crafty tramp Cuffy, old busybody Mrs Simpkins, nosy postman Harvey and the twittering Reverend Norris.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06The Shillingbury DaydreamJun 21, 1981
S01E05The Shillingbury MiracleJun 14, 1981
S01E04The Shillingbury LegendJun 7, 1981
S01E03The Shillingbury CloudburstMay 31, 1981
S01E02The Shillingbury MelonMay 24, 1981
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Shillingbury Tales' premiere?

'The Shillingbury Tales' premiered on October 1, 1981.

Who created 'The Shillingbury Tales'?

'The Shillingbury Tales' was created by Francis Essex.

What genre does 'The Shillingbury Tales' belong to?

'The Shillingbury Tales' belongs to the comedy and drama genres.

Where is 'The Shillingbury Tales' set?

'The Shillingbury Tales' is set in the fictional English village of Shillingbury.

What is the show's format?

'The Shillingbury Tales' is an anthology series with each episode focusing on different characters and storylines in the village of Shillingbury.

Who are some of the notable guest stars on 'The Shillingbury Tales'?

Notable guest stars on 'The Shillingbury Tales' include Penelope Keith, Patricia Routledge, and Richard Briers.

Who played the character of the vicar, Reverend Norris, in 'The Shillingbury Tales'?

The character of the vicar, Reverend Norris, was played by Denholm Elliott in 'The Shillingbury Tales'.

Which actor played the character of Percy Narker in 'The Shillingbury Tales'?

The character of Percy Narker was played by actor Benjamin Whitrow in 'The Shillingbury Tales'.

What is the most prominent theme of 'The Shillingbury Tales'?

The most prominent theme of 'The Shillingbury Tales' is the comedic and idiosyncratic portrayal of life in a charming and quaint English village.

Who provided the music for 'The Shillingbury Tales'?

Themes and incidental music for 'The Shillingbury Tales' were provided by composer David Fanshawe.

Which production company was responsible for 'The Shillingbury Tales'?

'The Shillingbury Tales' was produced by Rediffusion Television.

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