19/11/2014

Carol's garden's coming on nicely. Bert's anxious to know what's happening with Brookfield.

Jill mentions there'll be a children's service on the Friday before Christmas, with real animals. The commemorative window at St Stephens will be dedicated on Boxing Day. Jill invites Carol to the Nine Lessons and Carols on Christmas Eve. Carol mischievously asks if she can bring a hip flask.

Lilian is glad that she and Jennifer were by Tony's side when he opened his eyes.

Jennifer has a card from Jess (or 'Mrs Jessica Titchener'), announcing the birth of a boy - Ethan Jeremiah.

RB Farming is taking over the Estate arable on 1 January, but Adam's staying diligent while he still has a job. Charlie reminds Adam he's happy to put a good word in with RB, but Adam says Home Farm will be fine. Brian and Adam celebrate as Jennifer supports their plan to buy Brookfield.

Over a game of bridge, Carol mentions Kenton's séance where he called up John Tregorran. Uncomfortable Jennifer watches Carol light her 'smudge stick' - an ancient Native America tradition. The smoke from the herbs helps banish evil spirits. The ginger wine knocks Christine out. Jill remembers Phil being partial to it. As tired Jennifer makes to go, Carol innocently points out that she hasn't touched her herb tea.