Seasons & episodes
S3 · E6For Whom the Bell Tolls 2022-10-20 · 49 min
The Skeldale House regulars think about what matters to them most when the radio reports that Britain is standing on the brink of war. As everyone processes the news, James discovers a case of TB at Heston Grange. Richard begs him not to report it or the farm will be shut down and he could lose his livelihood.
S3 · E7Merry Bloody Christmas 2022-12-23 · 49 min
It’s Christmas in Darrowby and everyone is trying to make the most of things while the world is at war. A young guest brings some wonder, mischief and cheer to Skeldale House while everyone waits for important news. When Mrs Pumphrey heralds the arrival of a kitten in need of extra care. Siegfried is asked to pay a visit to an injured River just before a big race.
S4 · E1Broodiness 2023-10-05 · 46 min
It’s Easter 1940 and, with Tristan away, Skeldale House is busier than ever. Everyone looks to the future, and James tries to save a dog from its owner.
S4 · E2Carpe Diem 2023-10-12 · 45 min
Siegfried hires an experienced bookkeeper, but her efficient approach doesn’t suit everyone. James and Helen arrive at a big decision, and a ferret presents a challenge for the practice.
S4 · E3Right Hand Man 2023-10-19 · 45 min
When new vet Richard Carmody joins the practice, James feels his place by Siegfried’s side is threatened. Conflicts come to the surface at Mrs Pumphrey’s community tea party.
S4 · E4By the Book 2023-10-26 · 45 min
James and Helen are keeping a secret, and following a visit to the Crabtree’s Farm, Carmody is challenged with learning how to be a vet outside of his books. The new farmers have a worrying illness amongst their herd and James wants to help them in any way he can.
S4 · E5Papers 2023-11-02 · 44 min
The war is getting closer, James is about to embark on a new journey. He desperately wants things in order and Carmody trained up to support Siegfried. But James is frustrated at Carmody’s inability to drive and he keeps missing opportunities to spend precious time with Helen.
S4 · E6The Home Front 2023-11-08 · 45 min
Helen feels redundant at Skeldale, and buried family secrets threaten to tear their relationship apart as Richard refuses to let her muck in on the farm. Helen notices that calf Smokey seems unwell and tries to help him, but it only makes things worse with her dad.
S4 · E7On a Wing and a Prayer 2023-12-21 · 49 min
An emotional phone call with a very pregnant Helen makes James determined to get back to her, but he doesn't have many options, and RAF mascot Georgie needs his help. Meanwhile, Mrs Hall prepares a community Christmas celebration in Darrowby, while Siegfried and Carmody argue over who will be Father Christmas.
S5 · E1To All Our Boys 2024-09-19 · 50 min
With World War II underway, Siegfried takes up the slack at the surgery. James faces an uncertain future when he is grounded at the RAF. Mrs Hall and Helen consider their contribution within the community, and Carmody is eager to step up.
S5 · E2Holding the Baby 2024-09-26 · 48 min
James needs a crash course for fatherhood. Mrs Hall referees between Siegfried and her new boss, Mr Bosworth, as they fall out over some of Mr Bosworth's safety tactics. Helen is concerned about the influence of Jenny's new friend Doris.
S5 · E3Homecoming 2024-10-03 · 50 min
Everyone is determined to make Jimmy’s christening day special, while Siegfried is unimpressed when called up to Biggins’ farm.
S5 · E4Uninvited Guests 2024-10-10 · 50 min
Tristan and Carmody can't see eye to eye, but a quest to Pumphrey Manor might just bring them together. Helen tries to support James when unresolved feelings resurface.
S5 · E5Pair Bond 2024-10-17 · 50 min
After receiving outstanding exam results, Carmody is offered a position in a research program in London, but he wants to stay at Skeldale. An exhilarated Mr Bosworth summons Mrs Hall to examine a piece of debris that has dropped from a plane into a remote field.
S5 · E6Glass Half Full 2024-10-24 · 50 min
James starts to behave out of character while examining Tricki, and his health takes a turn for the worst. Meanwhile, Siegfried, needing an extra hand in Carmody's absence, recruits a reluctant Tristan to help.
S5 · E7All God's Creatures 2024-12-23 · 57 min
Mrs Hall's world is rocked by bad news. Meanwhile, Tristan is given a special wartime mission involving pigeons, and the house readies to celebrate Jimmy's birthday.
S6 · E1Gathering the Flock 2025-09-25 · 50 min
May 1945, and things look very different at Skeldale House as James is struggling with a wild and chaotic Siegfried. When Tristan returns from war and is shocked to see the shift in his brother, he and James decide to take action. But there's also some good news around the corner for everyone.
S6 · E2Old Dog, New Tricks 2025-10-02 · 44 min
James is exhausted running between Heston and Skeldale, and to make matters worse, he's often finding himself on the wrong side of Richard Alderson, who is miffed about the muddy floor. Meanwhile, Mrs Hall and Herriot are curious about what Siegfried's been up to when James finds him wandering home after a night out.
S6 · E3Captain Farnon? 2025-10-09 · 45 min
A memorial service is held in Darrowby to honour the war's fallen soldiers and Tristan tries to hide his emotion. He's keen to go for a drink with Siegfried, but finds himself at the bottom of his priorities. Meanwhile, James tells Mrs. Pumphrey not to give up hope in her quest to find a mate for Tricki, and plans a date night to get some time with Helen.
S6 · E4Jenny Wren 2025-10-16 · 44 min
Helen is thrilled when Jenny gets exciting news and sets about getting her sister prepared for a big move, but soon realises neither of them are ready for it. Mrs Hall asks for time off for her granddaughter's birthday in Sunderland, and Siegfried starts to panic.
S6 · E5Fixes 2025-10-23 · 45 min
James is worried about the practice finances, but it falls on deaf ears when he tries to discuss the matter with Siegfried. Herriot decides to take on the role of attending vet at Hensfield dog track to earn extra money. Meanwhile, Tristan visits Mrs Ainsley, who has an aggressive parrot called George.
S6 · E6Our Hearts Are Full 2025-10-30 · 46 min
Tristan and Charlotte enjoy a romantic picnic at Beauvoir Manor, but they are aware that his leave is almost over meaning he will have to return to war soon. James checks in at Heston Grange and meets Richard's new farmhand, Butch Fielding. Richard admits he's had the new telephone off the hook because he keeps getting nuisance calls.
S6 · E7Comfort and Joy 2025-12-24 · 55 min
It’s Christmas 1945, the first peacetime Christmas after the war. With Helen feeling under the weather, it’s fallen on James to take on the Darrowby Nativity play. Siegfried is back at Mrs Stokes’s Farm to see Hilda the goat, who’s been up to more mischief. Mrs Hall is keen to enter the Drovers' darts competition and scoop the first prize: a fresh turkey.
S7 · E1Back to School 2026-09-17 · 50 min
It is 1946, and with the war finally over, a new vet in town threatens the status quo. James is stumped over a cat's mystery illness, while Helen embraces the future over tradition. As Jimmy prepares to start school, everyone pitches in to help.