Wendy Richard

The death of Young Mr Grace brings an end to Grace Brothers department store and the staff discover that their pensions have been invested into a rural manor.

Set in a huge but rather dusty old department store, follow the comedic mishaps and misadventures of the staff of the retail ladies' and gentlemen's clothing departments at Grace Brothers.

Residents of this community in London's East End face challenges as they deal with life, love and loss. The long-running soap opera deals with family relationships and the sense of community, and occasionally tackles difficult subjects.