When was howards way

In the middle of an era when sailing was growing in popularity, BBC TV seized this interest and raised its awareness with a nautical drama, set in Old Bursledon. The show is famed for being iconic of the s era — a time when everything was done to excess — from fashion to speed. The writers of the show painstakingly ensured both experienced sailors and those living inland with no idea of coastal life , were as fascinated as each other.

Intriguing and progressively more glamorous storylines were constructed to keep viewers hooked — it was a winning strategy. It was this use of real life as props that enabled viewers to gain insights into the marine industry.

Other landmarks became filming back-drops as the series unfolded. Hythe Marina and Ocean Village were depicted from their initial development. Although many local names were changed — the Elephant Yard became The Mermaid Yard — some remained in storylines as they really are, for example The Jolly Sailor public house.

In order to keep experienced sailors on the edge of their seats, storylines emphasised big events in the sailing calendar using real footage, with characters taking part in very believable mocked-up participation. One of the younger characters was Lynne Howard — daughter of Tom Howard — whose fictional life the show was created around. We saw Lynne compete and win her class in an all-female crew in the Fastnet.

Episode guide. Creators Gerard Glaister Allan Prior. See more at IMDbPro. Episodes Browse episodes. Photos Top cast Edit. Gerard Glaister Allan Prior. More like this. Storyline Edit. The various family members gradually come to terms with their changing circumstances and the consequences of Howard's decision.

Stormy waters lie ahead Open Preview See a Problem? Details if other :. Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Preview — Howards' way. Get A Copy. Published by Grafton Books. More Details Original Title. Other Editions 1. Friend Reviews. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. On one such day two elderly women passengers got out of a train but, on seeing the Tarrant sign, thought they were in the wrong place, got back on the train and journeyed on.

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