The narrative follows a group of remarkable women in a rural Cheshire community, living under the looming threat of World War II. As the war intensifies, it pulls their husbands, fathers, sons, and brothers away, leaving the women to face mounting and exceptional challenges in a world that is quickly falling apart. By uniting as the Great Paxford Women’s Institute, they play a crucial role in preserving the nation’s spirit during its bleakest times and uncover personal strengths that transform their lives permanently.