Series 2 (2014)
The second series focusses on the lives of the Quarry Bank mill workers between 1838 and 1842, a period of turbulent social, political and industrial change.
Episodes: 6
Star Cast: Kerrie Hayes , Matthew McNulty , Holly Lucas , Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù ,
Episodes List
Ep.1 A Good Mechanic
Air Date: 2014-07-20
Four years on from the Poor Law Amendment Act, impoverished economic migrants from the south of England start to arrive at Quarry Bank Mill.
Ep.2 Episode 2
Air Date: 2014-07-27
Esther comes of age and leaves the apprentice house, but not before signing her contract of employment. Esther's new home is a small, dirty cellar in Styal village, but it gives her new freedom.
Ep.3 Episode 3
Air Date: 2014-08-03
The Chartist rally at Kersal Moor is approaching and Daniel does his best to gather the workers despite a lacklustre response.
Ep.4 Surprise Visitor
Air Date: 2014-08-10
After a difficult labour, Esther finally gives birth to a healthy baby boy. She returns to work the next day but struggles to keep up. John Howlett and his wife Rebecca receive tragic news.
Ep.5 Episode 5
Air Date: 2014-08-17
With the country in recession, William Greg is forced to slash his workers' wages. Daniel urges his colleagues to withdraw their labour, but can they afford to go unpaid during a strike?
Ep.6 Episode 6
Air Date: 2014-08-24
The second series reaches its climax. There's a violent confrontation between the striking workers and the special constables, while Peter is desperate to find out the truth about Dominica.
