Peak Practice

Peak Practice (1993-2002)

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Peak Practice was first broadcast in 1993, the series was about a small country GP practice in the ficticious village of Cardale in the Derbyshire Dales. Having inherited the practice from her father Dr. Beth Glover (Amanda Burton) was the first Senior Partner. Along with Will Preston (Simon Shepherd) and Jack Kerruish (Kevin Whately) the three doctors ran the surgery for three series. Peak Practice follows the highs and lows of life in Cardale for these Doctors and others that followed them. The Series came to an end in 2002 after 12 succesful series.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S12E13Episode 13Jan 31, 2002
S12E12Episode 12Jan 24, 2002
S12E11Episode 11Jan 17, 2002
S12E10Episode 10Jan 10, 2002
S12E09Episode 9Jan 3, 2002
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Peak Practice' first premiere?

'Peak Practice' premiered on May 10, 1993.

Who played the lead role of Dr. Jack Kerruish?

Simon Shepherd played the lead role of Dr. Jack Kerruish.

What was the name of Jack Kerruish's practice partner, played by actor Adrian Lukis?

Jack Kerruish's practice partner was named Dr. David Shearer, played by actor Adrian Lukis.

What was the name of the fictional village where 'Peak Practice' was set?

The fictional village where 'Peak Practice' was set was called Cardale.

Who played the role of receptionist Claire Brightwell in 'Peak Practice'?

Receptionist Claire Brightwell in 'Peak Practice' was played by actress Saskia Wickham.

What was the name of Dr. Beth Glover's character before she married Jack?

Dr. Beth Glover was previously known as Dr. Beth Ropner before she married Jack.

Who is Jack's ex-wife, who he split with before the start of the series?

Jack's ex-wife, who he split with before the start of the series, is named Claire.

In what year did actress Amanda Burton join the cast of 'Peak Practice'?

Actress Amanda Burton joined the cast of 'Peak Practice' in 1997.

Who played the role of district nurse Claire Brightwell after Saskia Wickham left the show?

Actress Haydn Gwynne played district nurse Joanna Graham after Saskia Wickham left the show.

What was the name of the pub in Cardale that was featured in many episodes of 'Peak Practice'?

The pub in Cardale featured in many episodes of 'Peak Practice' was called 'The Brown Bear'.

What is the name of the local secondary school where Dr. Will Preston worked as a school doctor?

The local secondary school where Dr. Will Preston worked as a school doctor was called 'St. Matthew's'.

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