Blog posts by year and monthAugust 2012
Posts (11)
"It will be ok Vicky" - listener discussions to 29 August 2012
Listeners offered sympathy and words of hope for Vicky Tucker after her call about her amniocentesis test results. Whilst everyone thinks she'll want to go ahead with the pregnancy whatever happens, many doubt that Mike will. "Nasty" Matt Crawford is thought to be beyond the pale in taking a...
Down's syndrome - help and advice
If you've been affected by Mike and Vicky's storyline, you may find these organisations helpful The Down's Syndrome Association provides advice on best practice for supporting people with Down's syndrome at every stage of life. They have a comprehensive range of resources and targeted support...
Ambridge ups and downs - 27 August 2012
You can receive this light-hearted round-up in The Archers weekly email newsletter , along with other Archers-related news and features. Bank holiday weekend Freddie Pargetter Following in his father's hoofsteps Fallon Rogers Running The Bull her way David Archer Won't have his ...
"These are the first tears I've shed for Vicky" - listener discussions to 22 August 2012
Vicky's dilemma has generated a huge amount of discussion with many divided. Is the storyline too dark? Should she go ahead with the amniocentesis test? Will her marriage hold up under the pressure? Listeners have shared their heartfelt stories. Jamie Perks' exam results are in and there's p...
'Fig roll?' - listener discussions to 15 August 2012
Lynda once again stole listeners' hearts with her compassion for pregnant Vicky in not one but two episodes - though her immaculately timed offer of biscuits proved she'd only empathise so far. As for the mum-to-be, many listeners are concerned about where the storyline is heading and are hoping...
Ambridge ups and downs - 20 August 2012
If you like, you can receive this light-hearted round-up in The Archers weekly email newsletter , along with other Archers-related news and features. Golden memories Pip Archer Nothing burned down Rosa Makepeace Getting closer to Jamie Pawel We are just having fun, no? Four ...
Ambridge ups and downs - 13 August 2012
This light-hearted round-up of who's having a good, and a not-so-good, time in the village used to feature on our homepage. In the future, you can find it here on the blog. Or sign up for our newsletter and get in your inbox every week, along with other Archers-related news and features. Ha...
'Her heavenly cloud has been reserved' - listener discussions to 8 August 2012
Is it all over for Adam and Ian? Listeners pick over their "cracking row" on Friday. And as for Adam's infidelity, they're shocked! Will Pawel turn to blackmail? Over at Willow Cottage, Phoebe's coming home party had many laughing out loud. They have placed their bets on the baby's date of ar...
Ambridge Extra - New Zealand and afloat!
Having spent time in South Africa and on the road in the Lake District, our spin-off series Ambridge Extra now visits its furthest-flung destination yet. Between now and the end of the series on 6 September, we follow Kenton and Jolene on their trip to New Zealand. The Characters As well ...
"Give that lady a medal!" - listener discussions until 1 August 2012
Give that lady a medal! As the London 2012 Olympics got under way, Ambridge staged its own version of the games, giving "trooper" Lynda Snell the opportunity to shine. Meanwhile, Vicky was coming to terms with some unexpected news and wondering how Mike was going to digest it - once he'd finishe...
