
S4.E1 - Broodiness

It's Easter 1940 and, with Tristan away, Skeldale House is busier than ever. Everyone looks to the future, and James tries to save a dog from its owner.
Picking up in springtime of 1940 with change on the horizon for everyone in Skeldale House. James and Helen wonder when the right time might be to start a family, not knowing whether or not James will be called up to serve in the RAF. Tristan's absence is felt by all, but no one more than Siegfried who attempts to hold the growing household, and himself, together as he braves this new world. Mrs Hall and Helen's friendship blossoms as they look to the future and new trainee veterinary student Richard Carmody arrives, causing complications in the house.
It's Easter 1940 and, with Tristan away, Skeldale House is busier than ever. Everyone looks to the future, and James tries to save a dog from its owner.
Siegfried hires an experienced bookkeeper, but her efficient approach doesn't suit everyone. James and Helen arrive at a decision, and a ferret presents a challenge for the practice.
When new vet Richard Carmody joins the practice, James feels his place by Siegfried’s side is threatened. Conflicts come to the surface at Mrs Pumphrey’s community tea party.
Helen rallies the community to help the new farmers while she waits for some personal news. Carmody meets Bernard the tortoise and tries to treat the owner too.
James prepares for his new life, but struggles to get everything in place for Helen and Skeldale House. Carmody finds his place at Skeldale, assisted by a surprising mentor.
Helen feels redundant at Skeldale, and Mrs Hall worries for Siegfried. Both women are about to learn where they truly belong...
Faced with a daunting future, James longs to see Helen, but an injured bird stands in his way. Siegfried and Carmody try to support Mrs Hall's community efforts.