12/05/2011

Elizabeth confides to Roy that they simply can't sustain a home for Jessica and her falcons. She tells Jessica, who's very upset. Elizabeth vows to phone round places that may be able to offer Jessica and her birds a home.

There's better news from the Vineyards Association. Their wines have achieved regional status again. With English Wine Week coming up, Roy suggests they put their heads together to tackle the advertising and marketing. Elizabeth also mentions that Jennifer has been in touch. She asked for advice on boarding schools, enquiring why Elizabeth and Nigel decided not to send their children away.

Will's keen to spoil Clarrie on her birthday, and Nic's also making a cake. Will's grateful to Nic for the help, but Nic's cheeriness during the evening is a bit forced. Clarrie mentions Joe's new found interest in the book club, while George becomes unhappy to have to be returned to Ed and Emma. Will promises they'll have fun on Saturday.

Over drinks, Clarrie becomes sentimental about having children. As Nic moves away from the group, Clarrie comments that Nic's been quiet this evening. But Will says everything's fine.