The Ash Tree

Overview

Man of leisure Sir Richard receives notification that his Uncle has died, bequeathing him his stately country manor and all its lands. On his return to England he immediately sets about taking stock of all legal matters concerning his new property, but during these dealings Sir Richard seems to be more than a little distracted, he hears strange noises from the ash tree outside his bedroom window.

Directed by Lawrence Gordon Clark

Top cast

Edward Petherbridge

Sir Richard/Sir Matthew

P

Preston Lockwood

Dr. Croome

Barbara Ewing

Anne Mothersole

Lalla Ward

Lady Augusta

Lucy Griffiths

Mrs. Chiddock

Oliver Maguire

William Beresford

C

Clifford Kershaw

The Witchfinder

C

Cyril Appleton

Master Procathro

David Pugh

Herdsman

Glynn Sweet

Young Cleric

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