How are Laura, Dorcas, Minnie and Thomas adjusting to having young Sydney living at the post office?
“Sydney is one of the family and has settled in nicely. Edward Darnell-Hayes who plays him is a lovely boy and we are all very protective of him. I think the character adds another dynamic to the family. He has an effect on Dorcas (played by Julia Sawalha) – she really takes on the maternal role and seems very fulfilled.” Laura was seen as a sister figure to Minnie – what is her relationship like with Sydney? “I don’t have too many scenes on my own with Sydney, but it is lovely when we have dinner scenes together as a family and we can all have a natter. Laura looks out for Sydney and is aware that he is still quite vulnerable. He helps us out in the post office sometimes, which is fun. Laura continues to take on a sisterly role with Minnie, looking out for her and offering advice – I love working with Ruby (who plays Ruby Bentall).” Does Laura still have a strong relationship with her father, Robert, and the rest of her family in Lark Rise? “Laura is, and will always remain, fiercely
