Children of the Stones is often described as a landmark of children's television. The series was filmed largely in Avebury in Wiltshire and progressed over 7 episodes, shown weekly over the Summer of 1977. The series introduces us to astrophysicist Adam Brake (played by Gareth Thomas who is famous for Blake 7- I've never seen that show though) and his son Matthew as they go to the village of Milbury to carry out research on an ancient Megalithic stone circle. When they arrive at the village they start to understand that its people are held captive by the sinister power of its stone circle and the mysterious Hendrick, a prominent figure in the village.
At just over 2 and a half hours I found the the tale well paced and crafted and there were moments of tensions and drama, which is great considering I watched the series in 2015, nearly 40 years after it’s original screening. I loved the series and when I heard that the BBC had done a modern retelling of the book for its Sounds section of the website I knew I would have to listen.
I still haven’t finished it but I do like the subtle changes it has made to the tale so far. Once I’ve finished the whole thing I’ll post a review.
