Where the Heart Is

Where the Heart Is (1997-2006)

EndedScripted showDrama

An engaging story of family, love and life and people's ever-changing fortunes in rural England. Set against the rugged landscape of Yorkshire, this popular programme follows the busy public and private lives of District Nurses, as they bring nursing and emotional care to the needy – young and old alike. Made initially by Anglia Television and later by Meridian Televison for the ITV Network.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (50 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S10E09And on the Way I Dropped ItSep 10, 2006
S10E08Flesh and BloodSep 3, 2006
S10E07Don't Look Back in AngerAug 27, 2006
S10E06Finding HeavenAug 20, 2006
S10E05ClosureAug 13, 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When was the Where the Heart Is premiere?

The premiere of Where the Heart Is was on April 6, 1997.

Who were the main actors in Where the Heart Is?

The main actors in Where the Heart Is were Sarah Lancashire as Ruth and Thomas Craig as Simon.

What was the genre of Where the Heart Is?

Where the Heart Is was a drama series.

Where was Where the Heart Is set?

Where the Heart Is was set in Skelthwaite, a fictional town in Yorkshire.

What was the premise of Where the Heart Is?

Where the Heart Is focused on the lives of different families and characters living in Skelthwaite.

Who was the creator of Where the Heart Is?

Ashley Pharoah and Vicky Featherstone were the co-creators of Where the Heart Is.

How many episodes of Where the Heart Is were produced?

A total of 75 episodes were produced for Where the Heart Is.

Who composed the theme music for Where the Heart Is?

The theme music for Where the Heart Is was composed by Mark Russell.

What was the network that aired Where the Heart Is?

Where the Heart Is was aired on ITV.

Did Where the Heart Is receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, Where the Heart Is was nominated for a BAFTA in 1997 for Best Original Television Drama Series.

Who played the character of Peggy Snow in Where the Heart Is?

Pam Ferris played the character of Peggy Snow in Where the Heart Is.

What was the relationship between Ruth and Simon in Where the Heart Is?

Ruth and Simon were a married couple in Where the Heart Is.

What was the age rating of Where the Heart Is?

Where the Heart Is was rated PG, indicating that it may not be suitable for young children.

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