Crime | Drama | History
Station:
BBC iPlayer (GB)
Status:
To Be Determined
Start:
2023-05-31
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The Gallows Pole - This Valley Will Rise fictionalises the remarkable true story of the rise and fall of David Hartley and the Cragg Vale Coiners. Set against the backdrop of the coming industrial revolution in 18th century Yorkshire, the compelling drama follows the enigmatic David Hartley, as he assembles a gang of weavers and land-workers to embark upon a revolutionary criminal enterprise that will capsize the economy and become the biggest fraud in British history.
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S1E1 - The Resurrection of Dave
West Yorkshire, early 1760s. David Hartley is returning to his family's remote moor-top dwelling after seven years away in Birmingham. Gravely wounded and dragging a mysterious bag of tools, he receives help from six mythical stag-men, who let him know that his work on earth isn't done yet.
Air Date: 31 May 2023 15:00 (CDT)
S1E2 - Thy Had a Dream
After finding his community destitute, David introduces his kin to ‘clipping' – the illegal forging of coins and David's scheme to bring back dignity and security to his people.
Air Date: 31 May 2023 15:00 (CDT)
S1E3 - The Anti-Heist
David's gang partake in their first mission, focused on the rent-seeking, exploitative Clothier. David also aims to make amends with Grace, the 'jilted' love of his life.
Air Date: 31 May 2023 15:00 (CDT)