Oh, Doctor Beeching!

7.3/10199630mEnded2 Seasons · 19 Episodes

Comedy

The trials and tribulations of the staff at Hatley railway station, who are all wondering if Dr Beeching will close them down.

Released: Jul 1, 1996

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Seasons

Season 1

9 episodes

Season 2

10 episodes

Top Cast

Jeffrey Holland

Cecil Parkin

Barbara New

Vera Plumtree

Stephen Lewis

Harry Lambert

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