The ideal soul-soother for some winter warmth, All Creatures Great & Small Complete Series One – Four Box set is available on DVD from 11 December, and we have two copies up for grabs!

Based on the popular novels and life of veterinary surgeon and writer James Herriot (aka James Alfred Wight OBE), the first series enchanted the nation, ranking as Channel 5's number-one British drama of all time and this timeless British gem continues to warm hearts with its delightful depiction of country life and veterinary adventures in the charming town of Darrowby, Yorkshire. 

Series One begins in 1937 as James Herriot, a newly qualified animal surgeon, moves to a small town in Yorkshire to begin his first job with the irritable but kind veterinarian Siegfried Farnon. Once there, he quickly discovers that treating the animals is as much about looking out for their owners: there are plenty of people and animals to care for, challenges to meet, and life-affirming lessons to learn along the way.

In Series Two, after Helen Anderson is jilted by Hugh Helton at the altar, she and James can finally address their feelings for each other.

In Series Three, James and Helen finally tie the knot. Meanwhile, the Skeldale family is forced to consider its purpose in Darrowby and beyond as the Second World War looms.

The brand-new series picks up in the Easter of 1940. It’s springtime, Winston Churchill is becoming Prime Minister and there’s much to be glad about with the community coming together more than they have before, despite the war in Europe... With Darrowby’s very own Tristan away serving in the Royal Army Veterinary Corps, James readily accepts the help of his wife Helen and their caring housekeeper Mrs Hall, who are happy to muck in with him and Siegfried, to make sure the surgery runs smoothly.

All Creatures Great and Small should treat themselves to a heart-warming trip to Yorkshire with this enchanting series.