Our West Ladyton Branch - R. D. Wingfield | Radio Drama

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  • Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
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    In R.D. Wingfield's radio play "Our West Ladyton Branch," produced by Glyn Dearman and featuring actors Frederick Treves and Peter Pratt, the story revolves around a peaceful Devon town that becomes the perfect setting for an unpredictable turn of events.
    The main character, Carrington, played by Frederick Treves, is a bank manager recuperating from a mental breakdown. He moves to the West Ladyton branch of his bank, expecting tranquility and a fresh start. However, his recovery is soon disrupted by unexpected occurrences that challenge his assumptions about the town’s serenity.
    The story unfolds through a series of engaging and often surprising events, showcasing Wingfield's knack for creating tension and intrigue. Supporting characters such as the Secretary (Kathleen Helme), Hedgeway (Lockwood West), Dunton (Sean Barrett), Fred (John Bryning), Hudson (Peter Pratt), Clewer (Fraser Kerr), Mary (Jim Simcox), and Bert (Lewis Stringer) contribute to the unfolding drama, adding depth and complexity to Carrington's journey.
    Wingfield, renowned for his creation of the character Inspector Jack Frost, brings the same sharp dialogue, clear-cut characters, and clever twists to this radio play, ensuring listeners are hooked from the start. His plays often present morally ambiguous situations, surprising developments, and a constant sense of uncertainty, making "Our West Ladyton Branch" a captivating listen.

КОМЕНТАРІ • 17

  • @oldtimeradio11
    @oldtimeradio11  4 місяці тому

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  • @randomlight1069
    @randomlight1069 4 місяці тому +7

    Thoroughly enjoyed this one. Get well soon Carrington and hope your little flutter payed off. Half crown 😂

  • @wasanthaya13
    @wasanthaya13 3 місяці тому +1

    Enjoyed to the maximum ...
    This I believe my third listening ...❤

  • @darinahronska439
    @darinahronska439 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you very much

  • @ronostick9718
    @ronostick9718 3 місяці тому +2

    This is a good one. You can bank on it. Thank you.

  • @anne-marieriamitchell1140
    @anne-marieriamitchell1140 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you

  • @Alan-ss3xp
    @Alan-ss3xp 4 місяці тому

    Another cracking tale. I am annoyed I know the closing music but cannot recall the title.

    • @Wendyj55
      @Wendyj55 4 місяці тому +2

      The Look of Love

    • @Alan-ss3xp
      @Alan-ss3xp 4 місяці тому

      @@Wendyj55 Thank you.

  • @anne-marieriamitchell1140
    @anne-marieriamitchell1140 4 місяці тому +3

    I wonder if Wingfield worked in a bank at some point?

  • @vincesmith9138
    @vincesmith9138 4 місяці тому +1

    I wonder if anyone could help me find a radio drama,I believe it was by r.d Wingfield.
    The jist was there was an inspector investigating after a young couple committed a motoring offence. When they described the place they'd been it bore no resemblance to the present day but it was how the place looked years before. The play jumped between past and present,involved a jaguar car I believe.
    Sorry for the waffle ,hope someone could help.Thanks Vince

    • @marypoppins1118
      @marypoppins1118 4 місяці тому

      I've been trying to find this too!! Fingers crossed someone has the answer!

    • @vincesmith9138
      @vincesmith9138 4 місяці тому +1

      Found it somehow on UA-cam.
      It's called the twisted image,by James Follett.
      Very r.d wingfield

    • @marypoppins1118
      @marypoppins1118 4 місяці тому

      That's brilliant...just listened to it and was as good as I remembered..thank you!

    • @vincesmith9138
      @vincesmith9138 4 місяці тому +1

      @@marypoppins1118 there's so many great radio dramas out there,I always try and remember the good ones,but after a while I start to forget them it's a struggle to find em again.
      I've started keeping a notebook now so I can easily locate them again.
      Glad you enjoyed it lovely way to while away an hr.

    • @tamsinpeacock5839
      @tamsinpeacock5839 3 місяці тому

      @vincesmith9138 Hope I’m not speaking out of turn or saying something you already know but thought it may help? I really struggle with my memory now courtesy of cancer & chemo but find these old radio plays comforting while I’m in hospital & on my bad days but never remember their titles or the author 😂🤦🏼‍♀️ ! I’ve started saving the ones I’ll want to hear again to a private playlist on here & it saves the frustration of having to search for them over & over again 😆! Hope it’s a little help (& thanks for the suggestion for my next listen 😊) x

  • @VickersDoorter
    @VickersDoorter 4 місяці тому

    Wonderful evocative English period English drama, though the Americanised AI image is quite comical.