Telford’s Change (BBC-1 1979, Peter Barkworth, Hannah Gordon)

In drama series Telford’s Change middle aged banking executive Mark Telford decides he needs a new challenge and takes over the running of a rural bank, his wife is none too happy, however, and opts to stay in London. Whilst Mark is busying adjusting to his new life Sylvia is contemplating an affair with theatre director Tim Hart.

A good strong grown up drama series with strong central performances from the leads Peter Barkworth and Hannah Gordon.

production details
UK | BBC One | 10×50 minutes | Broadcast from 7 January – 11 March 1979.

Writer: Brian Clark
Producer: Mark Shivas
Music: John Dankworth
Director: Barry Davis

cast
Peter Barkworth
Hannah Gordon
Keith Barron
Colin Douglas
Michael Maloney
Gerry Cowper
Tessa Peake-Jones

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