Main content
Sorry, this episode is not currently available

The Final Chapter

Series following the Falkland Islands' community. Richard's seven-year posting as rector is almost up, but there is some pastoral care to be done before he leaves.

It is winter in the Falklands, and the Rev Richard Hines is almost at the end of his seven-year posting as rector of the largest Anglican parish in the southern hemisphere. But there is much-needed pastoral care to be done before he leaves. On Pebble Island, Arina and partner Raymond are leaving the farm that their families have had connections with for over 100 years. Their tenancy is up and they are moving from their deserted island to the capital, Stanley, with over 2,500 inhabitants. Richard drops in to see if he can help them through this difficult time.

George the king penguin is in the care of the Falklands Conservation team after he was found covered in oil. Local vet Steve Pointing visits and oversees a swim to see if George is fit enough to be released back into the wild. Meanwhile, resident taxidermist Steve Massam puts the finishing touches to his long-term project at the museum - a diorama of all the exotic wildlife in the Falklands.

The islanders also pay fond farewells to the Rev Richard and his wife Jen by making him an honorary member of the South Atlantic Medal Association, a rare honour. Richard then gives his final service at the world's most southerly cathedral and bids a sad farewell to these islands that have meant so much to him.

29 minutes

Last on

Thu 8 Aug 2019 07:30

More episodes

Next

You are at the last episode

See all episodes from An Island Parish

Clip

Credits

Role Contributor
Producer James Worby
Director James Worby
Executive Producer Lionel Mill

Broadcasts