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travelsafar Fri 02-Jul-21 08:55:45

Found this on bbc iplayer. A story of a father raising his children after his wife dies. They move to a small town in NZ of which he has fond memories as he spent holidays there as a child. It is a gentle, enjoyable story with all the ups and downs of their lives. Something to watch when nothing else on TV.

Beechnut Fri 02-Jul-21 10:06:37

It’s very easy watching and I have enjoyed it. I won’t give anything away.

Kim19 Fri 02-Jul-21 10:14:23

I remember watching this a while ago. Thoroughly enjoyable in its 'gentleness'. Think there were two series. I've looked out for more with no success thus far.

Chestnut Fri 02-Jul-21 10:27:52

It is the perfect anecdote to winter weather, virus anxiety and lockdown. Beautiful beaches and scenery, happy people (small dramas but nothing awful) and a sense of belonging to a community where everyone looks out for everyone. No murders, no swearing, no gangs.
I think any drama set by the sea, especially featuring surfing, has a calming and therapeutic effect on the viewers. Just watching the waves and imagining the splash of the water makes you feel better. This series is therapy.

Oldbat1 Fri 02-Jul-21 12:52:28

We’ve watch all the episodes and thoroughly enjoyed them. Nothing nasty. Told my daughter about it and she and gd are now watching. We also enjoyed the Australian series A Place to call Home.

Chestnut Sat 03-Jul-21 10:27:03

Oldbat1 I think A Place to Call Home is the best series I've ever seen! Perfect in every way, the characters, the plot, the sets and costumes were outstanding. It won a lot of awards. There were several series so it's difficult to see them all in the right order, but I think it's all available on You Tube.