
Set at the end of the 19th century, season 4 sees newcomer Gabriel Cochrane arrive in Candleford with a vendetta against the evil banker Steerforth, who he feels has tricked him into losing his business. Elsewhere, Dorcas makes an ill-judged intervention, Minnie becomes worried that Alfie might fall out of love with her and Emma is left in a precarious financial position.

Episode 1
Young widower Gabriel Cochrane arrives in Candleford looking for a new start.

Episode 2
The folks of Lark Rise and Candleford are thrown into a frenzy of creative writing.

Episode 3
Thomas is euphoric when he lands the job of organising the church bazaar.

Episode 4
The locals celebrate the arrival of the fair, while Dorcas struggles to cope with Gabriel.

Episode 5
Daniel plans a cricket match, but has trouble putting the team together.

Episode 6
Caroline returns to Lark Rise and Gabriel finally completes his invention.