Season 1
1968 | 6 Episodes
On the death of their father Joshua, siblings Eli and Nellie Pledge inherit the family business, Pledge's Purer Pickles, at Colne, Lancashire, in the north of England. Their faithful workers include the myopic Stan Hardman, Bert Taylor and Grenville. Transport is provided by Storm the cart horse. Never far away are second cousin Lily and her husband Walter. While Nellie works hard to keep the business going, Eli prefers to indulge in the delights of beer, cigarettes and young women.
Country: United Kingdom
Type: scripted
Status: Ended
Language: English
Release Date: August 15, 1968
Also Known As: Nearest and Dearest
Production Co: Granada Television
1968 | 6 Episodes
1969 | 5 Episodes
1969 | 7 Episodes
1970 | 5 Episodes
1970 | 8 Episodes
1972 | 7 Episodes
1972 | 7 Episodes