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- S9 – Eps 32&33
- Bianca enthusing to Chantelle about her dad
- Chantelle pleased for her and checks that Bianca’s mum is ok with her seeing him.
- Sam discusses Matt’s suggestion about them moving in together. How he wants to look after her
- Parents wonder if it’s too soon – they haven’t been together that long. They like looking after her.
- Neil tells Frankie Fanshawe he wants a word.
- FF congratulates “Hammond” on drug bust.
- Neil and Sarah are reviewing how their drugs bust went last week.
- Pleased that the miscreants were remanded into custody this time too.
- Mario pops in to give Mum update on property they saw last month. Has decided to put offer in. Carmella pleased.
- Mario notices Mum not happy. Asks if Bernice working out?
- Sam and Matt are mtg band for drinks. They arrive early. They get a table before getting drinks.
- Sam says she’s heard there’s a old manor house being converted into flats.
13 min - S9 – Eps 30&31
- Neil confirms the troops are ready. Suggests Evans gives the briefing
- Evans welcomes the opportunity and is grateful to Neil.
- Evans gives the briefing (dialogue can start and then fade out and come back in as Evans finishes)
- Neil asks if they have any questions. Anything not clear?
- Jordan talks to Charlotte about her and Ryan thinking about getting a nanny.
- Charlotte hopes that she knows she can bring Luna to work any time.
- Jordan says she appreciates that, but it’s not fair…
- Charlotte mentions she’s a bit worried that not all the money collected is making it into the bank. A feeling – nothing concrete.
- Barry replete after dinner
- Moll waxes lyrically about her offerings Zeama (chicken soup with homemade noodles and lovage) followed by Coltunasi (pasta like ravioli only bigger with roasted onions). And Sarmakle stuffed vine leaves (rice veg and meat).
- Moll senses something is troubling Barry
12 min - S9 – Eps 28&29
- Fiona tells Raymond that she needs to be away from the shop on some personal business on Fri 25th.
- Raymond doesn’t see a problem – he’s sure he, Alyson and Sharon will cope. Shouldn’t be too busy given Easter will have gone. Hopes everything is ok with Fiona – if there is anything he can do to help….
- Jordan raises childcare with Ryan
- She knows they usually manage to cover it but recently she had to take Luna to work
- The band reflect on how well the concert went.
- Keanu says what a night – fantastic. Everyone agrees.
- Charlotte greets Matt who is very anxious about Sam after last night’s fall.
- Sam is resting in lounge – says (hoarsely and quietly) doctor reckons she has dysphonia.
- Sarah lets Neil know that Fanshawe has the penthouse flat in a house on the other side of the river – overlooking it.
- Neil says we can now keep a closer eye on him – he’ll be up to no good. Sarah says, he’s been pretty visible. Not trying to hide in any way – but that’s probably to throw us off.
- Whilst Frankie is getting drinks in Bianca thanks Tommy for being with her. Says she’s still not accustomed to having her Dad around and he (Tommy) is very necessary support.
- Not a problem for Tommy he can understand it must be difficult – and anyway, he enjoys these Karaoke nights in the pub.
12 min - S9 – Eps 26&27
- Adam drops in – he was seeing a client nearby, and had to check in with the radio station.
- Chantelle is flustered – her next appointment is due in 10 mins. And then it’s full on again. Only quiet now because she put a break as a diary entry!
- Bob and Judy greet Trevor and ask after Duncan. T says he’s upstairs listening to the band rehearsing for their secret gig in Victoria Hall.
- Badly kept secret says Bob – everybody seems to know. Trevor says that’s the point – say it’s a secret, let some detail out and then create interest where there was none.
- Sams asks if everybody was happy with that last set – only a few days to go to our homecoming concert.
- Ari thinks it could have been tighter and wants to go again. Tommy thinks likewise. Keanu though it was good but is always up for more playing.
- Jade says she has been into St Saviours in The City and has provisionally booked a wedding slot for 1100 Fri the 25th – just over 3 weeks away.
- Fiona excited and can’t wait. Workwise should be ok – it’s the week after Easter, so Wavelengths will be quiet. But she’ll make sure Raymond will be in.
- Raymond says Charlotte’s done herself and the charity proud. And he’s proud too.
- Charlotte confesses it was exhilarating and exiting pulling into Market Hill.
- Bob (laughingly) says he knew it wouldn’t be too long before Judy raised the question of them retiring again.
- Judy says we’re neither of us getting any younger – we could sell up both businesses, join the cruising set or just go touring.
12 min - S9 – Eps 24&25
- Jordan apologises but she’s had to bring Luna with her as Ryan had to go to London unexpectedly to see some record producer.
- Charlotte doesn’t see it as a problem and fusses over Luna saying how much she seems to grow each time she sees her.
- Sharon says she could have been knocked over with a feather when FF walked in on her the other night and Bianca was no better, standing there with jaw on the floor.
- Alyson thinks it must have been strange seeing him after all those years.
- Bob says they should be thinking about wrapping it up for the day. Harry’s all for it. Doreen still has work to do on the Kawasaki which is being picked in the morning. Harry says goodnight and calls back that Matt is on his way in.
- Matt asks if the insurance assessor has been. Bob confirms and says he was going to write it off.
- Neil lets Sarah know that their proposed drug bust operation has not been approved. The extra manpower they would need is already earmarked for deployment for another operation. He is on standby too.
- Sarah disappointed – had been looking forward to the op. Neil assures her it’s just a postponement and they’ll be back on track soon.
- Frankie visits Circle of life to see Bianca – she’s not there
- Frankie introduces self to Judy. Turns on the charms. Looks to ingratiate himself. He’s a Mr nice guy, to know his daughter.just wanting to get
- Mario suggests him and his Mum sit and have a coffee.
- Carmella asks Bernice (new unvoiced helper) to take over. C prepares a couple of coffees
12 min - S9 – Eps 22&23
- Barry says he’s been doing lots of on-line searching and research about places to go
- Moll trusts his intuition and knows that what he suggests will be ideal.
- Charlotte needs a coffee and offers to make one for Sam and Matt. They both accept
- Sam asks Matt how things are going for the secret gig and if he’s going to tell her anything about the new platform he was so mysterious about. Matt promises to tell her soon. Just one or two things to iron out.
- Sharon and Bianca are discussing Biancas father and the fact that Bianca wants to meet him.
- Sharon is maintaining a “no” stance and as the discussion progresses it starts to become acrimonious.
- Continuing from Ep22 sc 3 Frankie asks Bianca if she’s going to invite him in.
- Bianca shouts for her Mum again. Adding they have a visitor and she’s not going to like it.
- Mario and Ryan reflect on how far they’ve gotten with the material – soon have enough for an album.
- Mario says he’s started trying to pull together his “dark” story about what led him to his recent episode – like his therapist recommended. It’s slow, difficult and painful writing about it but surprising therapeutic and Ryan laughs and pulls his leg about that being the purpose in the first place – dah! Not silly your therapist – were they.
- Trevor encourages Duncan and Sarah to stay on “that” side of the bar as he’s ok taking care of the customers.
- Duncan and Sarah ask him how his 3 night stand-up session in the Peterboro’ pub went. Trevor says he hadn’t been too sure – wasn’t getting a good vibe, but he was offered 2 nights next week at the comedy club in Cambridge on the back of it
12 min - S9 – Eps 20&21
- Bianca asks if she can have a word – suppose you’ve heard about my dad turning up.
- You know how it is round here. Can’t stop the tongues wagging.
- Raymond asks if the 3 peaks challenge in 24 hours is a good idea .
- It’s hill walking, a bit extreme but still hill walking – I know I can walk, don’t know if I could run the Great North Run.
- Duncan greets them in the usual manner.
- Neill says it good to get out for a drink and relax. It’s been full on recently. D agrees says his Sarah is having a nap – she’s all in. You 2 seem to have been at it non-stop. Alyson laughs – I hope they haven’t Duncan otherwise we’re in trouble!
- Sarah and Neil reflect on continuing but reduced drug dealing activity.
- Sarah recalls after last raid Neil caught ongoing activity in same area with the drone.
- Mario mentions he had popped into Mystic Molls the other day (and before he can continue…)
- Carmella says she doesn’t want him getting involved in that sort of thing and Harry echoes the sentiment
- Bob asks Harry how he’s settling in and H says fine and it’s great not having to get up at silly o’clock in the morning. Bob sees Mr Music man approaching.
- Matt checks to see if the insurance assessor has visited and Bob say’s he telephoned but because of other more pressing cases he’s been delayed until next week.
12 min - S9 – Eps 18&19
- Jordan and Charlotte discussing next fund raising event – 3 peaks challenge in 24 hrs perhaps. Or Great North Run.
- Ryan returns home and when told says either of them would be good. Mentions to Charlotte he has Mario coming round shortly. Are you two ok or do I need to make sure you don’t meet up.
- Matt proposes they have a surprise performance in Victoria Hall – select gathering, showing that despite their national credentials and growing fame they haven’t forgotten their home roots.
- Keanu laughs and reminds him that the original make-up has changed and the roots now not so local. Ari echoes the sentimen
- Matt just checking to see if the shell of his Porsche has arrived.
- He spots the back door with graffiti on it which is temporarily acting as the office door. Thinks it is a Banksy – sees money making opportunity – and spins a line about re-decorating his pad and that the “distressed” nature of the door would fit in with his décor nicely. He’d like to take the door of their hands.
- t but knows it will be good publicity – and that’s what matters.
- Sharon says she could have been knocked over with a feather when she found out it was her ex was on the prowl. Never thought I’d see Frankie Fanshawe again – though I haven’t actually seen him. Just felt him ooooooowww sends a shiver right down my spine.
- Alyson says you wait till I see Neil I’ll have a right go that he didn’t me. I could have let you let you know earlier Sharon
- Barry turns up at lunch time with a sandwich for Moll. Hopes Moll doesn’t mind but he knows she doesn’t always eat.
- Moll is thankful for Barrys concern and thoughtfulness. Proves again he is good man.
- Bob says no break-in is going to stop us having a few drinks to say bye to you Dan – even if you’re breaking up a good partnership. But right now me and Harry here are going to pop over to Carmella’s and pick up the buffet that’s on order.
- Dan appreciative of being made a fuss off and says he’ll miss everyone but he’s looking forward to the fresh start where no one knows his backstory.
13 min - S9 – Eps 16&17
- Harry turns up for his work trial and sees Bob’s arm is now out of plaster. Mentions it’s good to be able to get up at a sensible time to come to work and not have to drag himself out of bed at silly o’clock
- Adam visits to update Chantelle on decoupling Laura from Serenity.
- Chantelle asks if it is going well and Adam confirms it is and that the process should be complete soon and Chantelle should have her funds available to buy Laura out by the middle of next week.
- Before reviewing the songs they’ve written so far Ryan teases Mario about being the new Vidal Sassoon. Good on you mate.
- Ryan mentions that Matt has sent thro’ a contract for him to look at for writing some songs, but Ryan doesn’t want to get into bed with him.
- Vicky reflects it’s been a long time since they’ve been able to sit, relax and take 5 mins for a natter.
- Carmella agrees last couple of months have been hectic. Things looking more settled, Harry having a trial at the garage and Mario pulling his life back together. And even if there was nothing in that little episode last year, I can’t say I’m not relieved that Laura is leaving Huntsford.
- Matt says hello, Raymond from Wavelengths said I should ask for Bob and he might be able to help me.
- I’m Bob how can I help you. You’re Sams boyfriend aren’t you? The music bloke. Lovely Porche I saw you in the other day. Doreen echoes the sentiment –don’t see many cars like that, not round here anyways.
- Duncan greets the ladies and gets them their drinks.
- Bianca confesses they came into see Sarah.
12 min - S9 – Eps 14&15
- Fiona says she has is so happy Jade proposed to her she’s almost bursting with happiness and can’t wait to get married but has confession to make. Jade has a confession also.
- They laugh and joke about going first with their confessions. Fiona goes first and says she doesn’t know why, and can’t explain it but she hasn’t actually told anyone yet they are getting married.
- Snap says Jade – that’s my confession too, I haven’t told the office yet either, no one. And I don’t know why either! They agree they’re right pair and that’s maybe why they’re together. They decide to keep it under wraps, have a secret wedding then hold a “reveal” party for friends.
- They decide they’ll get married as soon as practicable – without telling anyone, how romantic can you get! and it doesn’t matter if people think it strange.
- Barry pops in to see Moll. Mentions he’d had a message from Molls cousin Gheorghii who was disappointed about the exchange visit not happening and asking if there is anything he could do help change the decision.
- Moll reminds Barry that Gheorghii is not to be trusted. Moll also mentions his name means farmer and back home they say he farms people for his own ends. Barry says he hasn’t forgotten about the bad aura and he’ll make sure he doesn’t get himself harvested.
- Carmella says she’s heard nothing but good things about how well Mario did in Wavelengths the other day. Saved the day they’re saying. All the customers were well pleased.
- Mario says he’ll take that all day and admits it was great fun, thoroughly enjoyed myself. Can’t see himself doing it full time but it’s good to know he can still do it.
12 min
About Huntsford
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Radio soap set in a small market town called Huntsford in the middle of the English countryside. Huntsford lives in a parallel universe version of our world, which is necessarily fictitious. Whilst…
Huntsford picks up on themes and issues that have a resonance here today, it simultaneously provides an escape from our here and now.