Episodes
| Series | Episode | Title | First Broadcast | Repeated | Comments |
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| Pilot | 19760823 | 20141007 (BBC7) 20141008 (BBC7) | A soiree is ruined by housekeeper Maud's one-woman path of destruction. Starring Dame Hilda Bracket and her lifelong companion Dr Evadne Hinge. With Daphne Heard as Maud. This is a rare outing for the newly-restored 1976 pilot sourced from off-air recordings recovered from avid radio listeners. The opening show establishes the dear ladies at home in the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel. The was the genteel setting for three Radio 4 series between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Patrick Fyffe (Dame Hilda) died of cancer aged 60 in 2002, which prompted George Logan to retire his character of Dr Evadne for good. Scripted by Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Produced by Mike Craig and James Casey. A soiree is ruined by Maud's one-woman path of destruction. | ||
| 01 | 01 | The Jubilee | 19770316 | 20111128 (BBC7) 20111129 (BBC7) 20131111 (BBC7) 20131112 (BBC7) 20141014 (BBC7) 20141015 (BBC7) 20191125 (BBC7) 20220828 (BBC7) | Can the dear ladies save the day at the community centre? Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe With Duggie Brown. Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Producer: James Casey. |
| 01 | 02 | Winter's Backlog Of Work | 19770323 | 20141021 (BBC7) 20141022 (BBC7) 20191202 (BBC7) 20220904 (BBC7) | Things are running away with the dear ladies - like the lawnmower. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Mr Greenaway - Duggie Brown Walter - Joe Gladwin Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Producer: James Casey |
| 01 | 03 | Marigold's Wedding | 19770330 | 20111212 (BBC7) 20111213 (BBC7) 20131125 (BBC7) 20131126 (BBC7) 20141028 (BBC7) 20141029 (BBC7) 20191209 (BBC7) | A local wedding provides ample opportunity for some trademark gossip. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Violet - Daphne Oxenford Leonard - Joe Black Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Producer: James Casey A wedding provides ample opportunity for some trademark gossip. |
| 01 | 04 | The Stackton Music Festival | 19770406 | 20111219 (BBC7) 20111220 (BBC7) 20131202 (BBC7) 20131203 (BBC7) 20141104 (BBC7) 20141105 (BBC7) 20191216 (BBC7) 20220918 (BBC7) | A sonic jamboree as the two ladies are joined by actor and singer Peter Pratt. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Peerless Peter Pratt - Peter Pratt Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey A sonic jamboree as the two ladies are joined by Peter Pratt. |
| 01 | 05 | Desert Island Discs | 19770413 | 20141111 (BBC7) 20141112 (BBC7) 20191223 (BBC7) 20220925 (BBC7) | Roy Plomley joins the dear ladies as they are cast away. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Roy Plomley - Himself Mr Percival - Joe Black Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey |
| 01 | 06 | The Cruise-2 | 19770420 | 20111205 (BBC7) 20111206 (BBC7) 20131118 (BBC7) 20131119 (BBC7) 20141118 (BBC7) 20141119 (BBC7) 20191230 (BBC7) 20221002 (BBC7) | The dear ladies attempt to fly off to entertain the passengers on a Mediterranean cruise liner... Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Brigadier Roland Baines - Michael Bates Captain Frobisher - Donald Hewlett Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey The dear ladies fly off to sing on a cruise liner. |
| 01 | 07 | The Cruise, 2-2 | 19770427 | 20141125 (BBC7) 20141126 (BBC7) 20200106 (BBC7) 20221009 (BBC7) | As their Mediterranean cruise continues away from Stackton Tressel, the Captain and the Brigadier compete for the ladies' affections. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Brigadier Roland Baines - Michael Bates Captain Frobisher - Donald Hewlett Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. |
| 01 | 08 | The Gymkhana | 19770504 | 20141202 (BBC7) 20141203 (BBC7) 20200113 (BBC7) 20221016 (BBC7) | Can the dear ladies manage to find an appropriate guest of honour for the local Gymkhana? Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Roland - Michael Bates Roger - Donald Hewlett Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. Can the dear ladies choose an appropriate guest of honour? |
| 01 | 09 | Daily Rehearsals | 19770511 | 20141209 (BBC7) 20141210 (BBC7) 20200120 (BBC7) 20221023 (BBC7) | A driving lesson sparks problems aplenty for the dear ladies. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Maude - Daphne Heard Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. |
| 01 | 10 | Doctor's Horoscope | 19770518 | 20141216 (BBC7) 20141217 (BBC7) 20200127 (BBC7) 20221030 (BBC7) | The dear ladies attempt to cheer up their injured housekeeper Maude. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Maude - Daphne Heard Doctor Matthews - Jonathan Howell Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. The dear ladies do their best to cheer up their injured housekeeper Maud. |
| 01 | 11 | French Week In Stackton | 19770525 | 20141223 (BBC7) 20141224 (BBC7) 20200203 (BBC7) 20221106 (BBC7) | Ooh la la! A Gallic visitor allows Hilda to rehearse her language skills. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Maude - Daphne Heard Jean-Pierre - Andre Maranne Mr Smollett - David Marlowe Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. |
| 01 | 12 | The Cubs And Brownies Day Trip | 19770601 | 20141230 (BBC7) 20141231 (BBC7) 20200210 (BBC7) 20221113 (BBC7) | Can the dear ladies survive a trip to the seaside with the Brownies and Cubs? Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Walter - Joe Gladwin Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. Can the dear ladies survive a Brownies and Cubs seaside day trip? |
| 01 | 13 | The Jubilee Concert | 19770608 | 20150106 (BBC7) 20150107 (BBC7) 20200217 (BBC7) 20221120 (BBC7) | Can the dear ladies organise a last-minute royal celebration? Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Mr Fewster - Duggie Brown Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. |
| 02 | 01 | The House Warming Party | 19780227 | 20240929 (BBC7) 20240930 (BBC7) |  The dear ladies recall the day they moved into their home. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Starring George Logan as Dame Hilda and Patrick Fyffe as Dr Evadne Hinge. With Daphne Heard as Maud. Producer: James Casey Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. The dear ladies recall the day they moved in. Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies reminisce about the day they moved in. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From February 1978. Starring Dame Hilda Bracket and her lifelong companion Dr Evadne Hinge. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies |
| 02 | 02 | The Norfolk Broads | 19780306 | 20241006 (BBC7) 20241007 (BBC7) | The dear ladies take Maud on a river trip as a birthday treat, but she is terrified. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe With Daphne Heard and Herbert Smith Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Producer: James Casey. The dear ladies take Maud for a boat trip on the Norfolk broads Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies take Maud for a boat trip on the Norfolk Broads. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From March 1978. Starring Dame Hilda Bracket and her lifelong companion Dr Evadne Hinge. Maud - Daphne Heard Mr Ederidge - Herbert Smith In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. The dear ladies take Maud for a boat trip. |
| 02 | 03 | Down Your Way | 19780313 | 20241013 (BBC7) 20241014 (BBC7) | The dear ladies prepare for the arrival of a famous radio show - Down Your Way. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe With Daphne Heard and Derek Southcott. And Brian Johnston – as himself. Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. Producer: James Casey Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies prepare for the arrival of a famous radio show. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From March 1978. The dear ladies prepare for the arrival of the long-running BBC radio show - Down Your Way. Starring Dame Hilda Bracket and her lifelong companion Dr Evadne Hinge. Maud - Daphne Heard Sexton - Derek Southcott. Brian Johnston - Himself In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Will the dear ladies manage to appear on a famous radio show? The dear ladies prepare for the arrival of a legendary radio show. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From March 1978. |
| 02 | 04 | The Storm | 19780320 | 20241020 (BBC7) 20241021 (BBC7) | When a precarious telegraph pole threatens their home, Evadne and Hilda head for Maud's house. Although Maud and her family are very accommodating, it's not Evadne's cup of tea. Starring Dame Hilda Bracket and her lifelong companion Dr Evadne Hinge. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan Dame Hilda Brackett - Patrick Fyffe Maud - Daphne Heard Tom - Peter Wheeler Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. The dear ladies head for Maud's when a dangerous storm strikes. Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket When a dangerous storm strikes, the dear ladies head for Maud's. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978. Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Dame Hilda Brackett - George Logan Producer: James Casey A BBC Manchester production first broadcast on Radio 4 in 1978. |
| 02 | 05 | Jean Pierre Returns | 19780327 | 20241027 (BBC7) 20241028 (BBC7) | The dear ladies are delighted to welcome back their friend - the artistic Jean Pierre - to stay, although Maud doesn't trust the Frenchman an inch. And how will they serve tea at the Cricket Club? Starring Dame Hilda Bracket and her lifelong companion Dr Evadne Hinge. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Brackett - Patrick Fyffe Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan Maud - Daphne Heard Jean Pierre - Andre Maranne Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. The dear ladies prepare for tea at the Cricket Club. Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket With the Cricket Club dance looming, the dear ladies have concerns, Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978. The dear ladies welcome back a French friend and prepare tea for the Cricket Club. The dear ladies are delighted to welcome back their friend - the artistic Jean Pierre to stay - although Maud doesn't trust the Frenchman an inch. And they're in charge serving tea at the Cricket Club. Dame Hilda Bracket - George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge - Patrick Fyffe Producer: James Casey With the Cricket Club dance looming Evadne is concerned that Maud is the only help they'll be getting with the event. From 1978. |
| 02 | 06 | Evadne's Pantomime | 19780403 | 20241103 (BBC7) 20241104 (BBC7) | The dear ladies have a Vicar's meeting. Starring Dame Hilda Bracket and her lifelong companion Dr Evadne Hinge. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Brackett - Patrick Fyffe Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan Maud - Daphne Heard Jean Pierre - Andre Maranne The Vicar - David Mahlowe Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. Evadne's penned a panto so the dear ladies organise a rehearsal with the Vicar. Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies have a meeting with the Vicar. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978. Evadne has penned the panto and the dear ladies organise a rehearsal with the Vicar. Starring: Dame Hilda.................. George Logan Dr Evadne Hinge.......Patrick Fyffe Maud..............................Daphne Heard With David Mahlowe and Andre Maranne Producer James Casey The dear ladies have a vicar's meeting. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From February 1978. |
| 02 | 07 | The Fancy Dress Party | 19780410 | 20241110 (BBC7) 20241111 (BBC7) | Evadne and Hilda are invited to judge at the Stackton Tressel Fancy Dress Dance. Starring Dame Hilda Bracket and her lifelong companion Dr Evadne Hinge. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Brackett - Patrick Fyffe Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan Maud - Daphne Heard Teddy Tranter - John Savident Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. Evadne and Hilda head are invited to judge at the Stackton Tressel Fancy Dress Dance. Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies are invited to judge costumes at the Fancy Dress Dance. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978. |
| 02 | 08 | The Holiday Camp Skulls | 19780417 | 20241117 (BBC7) 20241118 (BBC7) | The dear ladies hear of plans for a new holiday camp. Starring Dr Evadne Hinge and her lifelong companion Dame Hilda Bracket. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Brackett - Patrick Fyffe Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan Maud - Daphne Heard Teddy Tranter - John Savident Constable Bolsover - Herbert Smith Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies hear of plans for a new holiday camp. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From April 1978. |
| 02 | 09 | An American's Roots | 19780424 | 20241124 (BBC7) 20241125 (BBC7) | The dear ladies help an American hitchhiker to trace her ancestry roots in their village. Starring Dame Hilda Bracket and her lifelong companion Dr Evadne Hinge. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Brackett - Patrick Fyffe Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan Maud - Daphne Heard Barbara - Dilys Watling Frank - David Fielder Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Produced at BBC Manchester by James Casey. Evadne and Hilda help a hitchhiker to trace her roots in their village. Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies help an American hitchhiker trace her local roots. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978. |
| 02 | 10 | An American Evening | 19780501 | 20241201 (BBC7) 20241202 (BBC7) | The dear ladies agree to musically honour an American guest. Starring Dr Evadne Hinge and her lifelong companion Dame Hilda Bracket. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - Patrick Fyffe Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan Maude - Daphne Heard Barbara - Dilys Watling Frank - David Fielder Sexton Tweddle's Trombone - Al Wood Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Producer: James Casey Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies agree to musically honour an American guest. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From May 1978. |
| 02 | 11 | An Outing To Cambridge | 19780508 | 20241208 (BBC7) 20241209 (BBC7) | The dear ladies enjoy an eventful expedition from the village. Starring Dr Evadne Hinge and her lifelong companion Dame Hilda Bracket. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell. Dame Hilda Bracket - Patrick Fyffe Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan Maude - Daphne Heard Constable Bolsover - Herbert Smith Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Producer: James Casey The dear ladies have an eventful day out. Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies enjoy an eventful expedition from the village. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From May 1978. |
| 02 | 12 | The Talent Competition | 19780515 | 20241215 (BBC7) 20241216 (BBC7) | The dear ladies brace themselves for a night of performances showcasing the talents of their village neighbours Sit through an evening of performances from their neighbours - from juggling plates to Melanie (almost) playing the violin..... Starring Dr Evadne Hinge and her lifelong companion Dame Hilda Bracket. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell Dame Hilda Bracket - Patrick Fyffe Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan Maude - Daphne Heard PC George Bolsover - Herbert Smith Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Producer: James Casey Cam the dear ladies mange to uncover any local talent? Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies prepare a night of village juggling and violin playing. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978. |
| 02 | 13 | A Message To America | 19780522 | 20241229 (BBC7) 20241230 (BBC7) | Some American friends want to be reminded of their recent visit - so could the dear ladies record some of their wonderful songs and Miss Primly's memorable poem? Starring Dr Evadne Hinge and her lifelong companion Dame Hilda Bracket. Brought to you from the genteel setting of the Suffolk village of Stackton Tressel, where the musical duo reside. Written by Mike Craig, Lawrie Kinsley and Ron McDonnell Dame Hilda Bracket - Patrick Fyffe Dr Evadne Hinge - George Logan PC George Bolsover - Herbert Smith Miss Primly......................Rosalie Williams Three series ran on BBC Radio 4 between 1977 and 1979, with further spin-off seasons on BBC Radio 2 until 1990. In the early 1980s, they expanded over to BBC TV with the series Dear Ladies. Producer: James Casey The dear ladies record a poem for their American friends. Comedy with the dear ladies of Stackton Tressel - Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket The dear ladies must record one of Miss Primly's extraordinary poems. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From 1978. |