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.
The Mottersheads prepare for the appeal that will decide the fate of the zoo.
George ventures to London for one last attempt to get planning permission.
The Mottersheads must hastily organise a benefit to raise money after a bear escape.
The family confront a barrage of hostility from the residents of Upton.
George attempts to rescue two Himalayan black bears from a cave in Matlock.
George attempts to build his dream - a zoo without bars.
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.
Lee Ingleby , Honor Kneafsey , Amelia Clarkson
Nick Green
Big Talk Studios , BBC
as George Mottershead
as June Mottershead
as Muriel Mottershead
