By the Sword Divided
Creator
John Hawkesworth
This classic period drama series follows the fortunes of the aristocratic Lacey family, living peacefully in Arnescote Castle until the onset of the English Civil War in 1640. Sir Martin Lacey, the head of the family, is steadfastly loyal to the King. However the family is torn apart when his eldest daughter Anne weds John Fletcher - son of a merchant family who support the forces of Cromwell.
Seasons
2
Episodes
20
Country
United Kingdom
Status
Ended
Cast
Andrew MacLachlan
Nathaniel Cropper · 18 eps
Sharon Maughan
Anne Fletcher · 19 eps
Tim Bentinck
Sir Thomas Lacey · 17 eps
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Rob Edwards
John Fletcher · 17 eps
Eileen Way
Minty · 16 eps
Rosalie Crutchley
Goodwife Margaret · 15 eps
Peter Guinness
Dick Skinner · 14 eps
Edward Peel
Walter Jackman · 14 eps
Simon Butteriss
Hugh Brandon · 14 eps
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Simon Dutton
Will Saltmarsh · 10 eps
Julian Glover
Sir Martin Lacey · 9 eps
Andrew McCulloch
Captain Leckie · 7 eps
Peter Jeffrey
Oliver Cromwell · 6 eps
Frank Mills
Matthew Saltmarsh · 6 eps
Mark Burns
Captain Charles Pike · 6 eps
Jonathan Elsom
Reverend Butterworth · 6 eps
Robert Stephens
Sir Ralph Winter · 4 eps
David Collings
John Thurloe · 4 eps
Peter Birch
Lord Edward Ferrar · 4 eps
Stuart Organ
Corporal Turner · 4 eps
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By the Sword Divided
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Episode Guide
1
Gather Ye Rosebuds
There is great excitement surrounding the arrival of John Fletcher at Arnescote Castle. His father and Lord Lacey have a heated discussion about the wedding dowry.
2
This War Without an Enemy
The King dramatically makes several arrests for treason in the House of Commons. While out riding Lucinda meets Prince Rupert on his way to visit Sir Martin.
3
The Sound of Drums
Anne returns to the castle to collect her belongings and has a sad parting with her father. Lord Lacey is badly wounded fighting and a cousin, Susan Protheroe, arrives seeking refuge.
4
A Silver Moon
Lucinda is rude to the King because of her sense of justice - she then embarks on a successful adventure posing as 'Luke' Lacey and redeems herself.
5
The Edge of the Sword
Arnescote is commandeered by Captain Marsh, a Cavalry Officer for Cromwell's Parliament. Sir Martin feels let down by the King and cousin Susan betrays the family.
6
Outrageous Fortune
Dick Skinner returns to Arnescote with tales of pillaging in Swinford. Tom goes there and brings his sister Anne home despite her angry protests. Lucinda receives advice from the King.
7
A Sea of Dangers
Tom is anxious about the castle's security and calls for more diligence. Anne gives birth then bids a sad farewell to Arnescote. Hugh Brandon performs a 'valiant commission' for Sir Martin.
8
Ring of Fire
Arnescote is surrounded and is under siege by the Roundheads. Sam Saltmarsh brings shame on his family by being a turncoat and Susan Protheroe is re-acquainted with Colonel Marsh.
9
Ashes to Ashes
Sir Martin's funeral brings with it more family and political discord. Colonel Marsh is holding Arnescote's inhabitants hostage and the future of the castle is looking grim.
10
Not Peace But a Sword
The Fletchers return to Arnescote as the new owners but life is not as they expected. Cousin Susan gets shocking news from Colonel Marsh. Edward has a plan to get Tom out of the Tower.
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