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Fens secrets surface in final Downstream drama
1 Sep
Summary
- A new character's arrival stirs long-held family secrets.
- Wildlife and river journeys feature prominently in the story.
- This is the third and concluding drama in a popular series.
Nick Warburton's "Downstream," a comedy drama set in the Cambridgeshire Fens, concludes its trilogy at the Platters' boatyard. The story centers on the eccentric Platter family, particularly siblings Libby and Pat, and the newly appointed boatyard manager, Ravi.
Libby's return to the boatyard coincides with the arrival of Ravi, whom she has taken under her wing. Their coexistence is complicated by hidden Platter secrets and the unexpected appearance of Don Garlick, a former worker connected to Libby and Pat's father. Don's presence exacerbates existing tensions between the siblings, leaving Ravi to navigate the ensuing conflict.
The drama, narrated by Ravi, features excursions along the river and to Blake's Island, highlighting the local wildlife, including ducks, herons, otters, reed buntings, and Libby's beloved swan, Bernard. As the series draws to a close, unresolved issues and long-buried secrets are brought to light.
Nick Warburton is recognized for his gentle touch in family dramas, with previous works including "Mardle Fen" and "Holding Back the Tide." The cast includes Monica Dolan as Libby, Oliver Chris as Pat, Waleed Akhtar as Ravi, and Sam Dale as Don.
