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8 Episodes 2024 - 2024
Episode 1
Sun, Jan 14, 2024
Frederick Trenchard (Benjamin Wainwright), whose putative father was granted a peerage of a yet undisclosed rank, has been raised as the grandson and heir of a British tradesman, James Trenchard. Frederick is unaware he is the illegitimate son born from a disastrous affair between Oliver Trenchard's wife Susan (Alice Eve) and John Bellasis (Adam James), the nephew of Peregrine Bellasis, Earl of Brockenhurst, a secret known only to Oliver and Susan and the reason behind Oliver's resentment towards Frederick. In Victorian 1871, at the affluent district of London known as Belgravia, a lavish home party allows wealthy Frederick to meet impoverished Clara Dunn (Harriet Slater), whom he courts and marries. Frederick remembers his ill-treated parenting by resentful Oliver Trenchard (Richard Goulding). After a honeymoon, the newlyweds return home to the Trenchard home in Eaton Square and Frederick hires Miss Davison (Elaine Cassidy) as Clara's personal maid. Clara learns of the other Trenchard family estate of Glanville. Clara witnesses a small boy run out of and be returned to the Duchess of Rochester's (Sophie Winkleman) home; the boy is the Duke's (Miles Jupp) heir and leads a sheltered life with epilepsy, while being treated by Dr. Stephen Ellerby (Edward Bluemel). At his business, Frederick sets up a stipend for the Dunn household. Clara's sister Emily (Hannah Onslow) attends her new church, unaware the vicar, Rev. James Trenchard (Toby Regbo), is the brother of her sister's new husband, until the two are brought together aiding a distraught woman who unsuccessfully tries to commit suicide outside Rev. Trenchard's church. At a party, Frederick discusses business opportunities with the Trenchards' new neighbor, wealthy businesswoman and widow Marquise D'Étagnac (Claude Perron), a refugee from a new revolutionary France. In a solitary moment, Miss Davison encounters Mr. Fletcher, with whom she shares a history, and informs him that she will not reveal his original name or past. Frederick worries after the party that the other aristocrats continue to see him as a tradesman and not one of their own class. An argument about trust upsets and disillusions Clara, who flees but winds up unconscious when she falls down the stairs. At the request of Frederick to the Duchess of Rochester, Dr. Ellerby attends to the convalescent Clara.

Episode 2
Sun, Jan 21, 2024
Following their argument, Frederick attempts to renew their relationship by taking Clara to Glanville their country estate and reveals some of the trials of his childhood. Meanwhile, the Dunns take in the mysterious Nell as their new maid.
Episode 3
Sun, Jan 28, 2024
The Trenchards travel to Maywood for the Duke's birthday. Behind the scenes, business deals are being struck, but the Rochesters have private reasons for the trip. Meanwhile, Clara conspires to repair Frederick and James' relationship.
Episode 4
Sun, Feb 4, 2024
Reeling from a visit, Frederick immerses himself in work at the foundry. Meanwhile, Clara finds solace in a new circle of friends introduced by Dr. Ellerby. Alone, James seeks comfort elsewhere
Episode 5
Sun, Feb 18, 2024
Clara's fascination with Stephen's realm leads her to make a daring choice, alarming Davison. Concurrently, James faces personal turmoil while Frederick seeks involvement in the Marquise's new endeavor.
Episode 6
Sun, Feb 25, 2024
Emily questions Clara about the controversial painting, fearing a potential scandal for their family. Meanwhile, Frederick proceeds with his investment in the silver mine, but Ross starts doubting the Marquise's motives.
Episode 7
Sun, Mar 3, 2024
Gossip surrounds Clara and Stephen in Belgravia. Inevitably, it will reach Frederick's ears. Ross uncovers details about the Marquise, seizing an opportunity.
Episode 8
Sun, Mar 10, 2024
As Frederick grieves the loss of Clara, Enright receives a letter that pushes Frederick to confront his past. Meanwhile, Clara and Davison adapt to life in the North, as Clara grapples with happy memories of home.