Britain's Countryside Killers
2025– · TRUE CRIME · 60 min · 3 seasons
S03E05 · A Father's Deadly Deception
Fri, 23 Oct, 8:00 am
The story of Dawn Rhodes, who was murdered in Earlswood by her husband after an affair. Acquitted in 2017, he was retried and jailed for life in 2025 after the truth emerged.
S03E04 · Buried Truths
Fri, 16 Oct, 8:00 am
The story of Tina Baker, who vanished in 2002 after leaving to feed animals at her farm. Her husband was jailed for murder in 2006, but her body was never found.
About
This British series examines notorious murders that have had a lasting impact on rural communities in the UK. Each episode revisits a case that shocked once-peaceful towns and villages, highlighting how these seemingly idyllic settings were forever changed by violent crime. The series includes contributions from retired police detectives, forensic psychologists, and local journalists who provide detailed analysis of the investigative process behind each case.
Episodes
- E01
Field of Blood
Fri, 25 Sept· 60 minThe story of what happened when three Essex drug dealers were lured to their deaths in 1995. Jack Whomes and Michael Steele were convicted of the murders in 1998.
- E02
Hidden Motive
Fri, 2 Oct· 60 minThe story of Godalming postman Bill Williamson, who was murdered by Ann Browning after moving in with her. She faked his survival and simulated car movements before confessing.
- E03
Betrayal By Blood
Fri, 9 Oct· 60 minThe story of Danielle Jones, who vanished from East Tilbury in 2001. Stuart Campbell was convicted of her murder after DNA and fake texts exposed his crimes.
- E04
Buried Truths
Fri, 16 Oct· 60 minThe story of Tina Baker, who vanished in 2002 after leaving to feed animals at her farm. Her husband was jailed for murder in 2006, but her body was never found.
- E05
A Father's Deadly Deception
Fri, 23 Oct, 8:00 am· 60 minThe story of Dawn Rhodes, who was murdered in Earlswood by her husband after an affair. Acquitted in 2017, he was retried and jailed for life in 2025 after the truth emerged.
- E06
Bailed to Kill
Fri, 30 Oct, 9:00 am· 60 minKatie Higton, a mother of four, was murdered by ex-partner Marcus Osbourne in 2023 after reporting his abuse. He killed her partner and received a whole-life order.
- E07
Horror in the Hedgerows
Fri, 6 Nov, 9:00 am· 60 minThe story of a hammer attack in Chillenden which killed Lin and Megan Russell. Michael Stone was convicted twice, though evidence remains disputed.