

The story of George, who being frustrated by memories of fighting in the great war and living with his extended family, wants to bring more beauty into the world. When he comes across a camel and monkey that are about to be abandoned, he embarks on a plan to set up a zoo.
Matt Charman
BBC One
6
60 min

George attempts to build his dream - a zoo without bars.
Sep 3, 2014

George attempts to rescue two Himalayan black bears from a cave in Matlock.
Sep 10, 2014

The family confront a barrage of hostility from the residents of Upton.
Sep 17, 2014

The Mottersheads must hastily organise a benefit to raise money after a bear escape.
Sep 24, 2014

George ventures to London for one last attempt to get planning permission.
Oct 1, 2014

The Mottersheads prepare for the appeal that will decide the fate of the zoo.
Oct 8, 2014

George Mottershead

June Mottershead

Muriel Mottershead

Lizzie Mottershead

Lucy Mottershead

Albert Mottershead

Billy Atkinson

Lady Katherine Longmore

Reverend Aaron Webb

Archie Radler

Camilla Radler

Frankie