Ep 1. Autumn

The Vicar of Dibley season 3 episode 1, titled "Autumn," takes place during the changing of seasons in the small English village of Dibley. The episode begins with the residents of the village preparing for the annual Autumn Festival, a celebration filled with music, food, and games.

As the festivities begin, the beloved and eccentric Vicar, Geraldine Granger (played by the late great comedian, Dawn French), is tasked with judging the festival's baking competition. However, when she discovers that one of the contestants has cheated, she must make a difficult decision about who deserves to win.

Meanwhile, the village council is in the process of choosing the new chairman, a position that has been long held by David Horton (played by Gary Waldhorn). However, when David decides to step down from his role, the council must choose a new leader, which leads to unexpected results.

Throughout the episode, we see familiar faces from the village, including the endearing Alice Tinker (played by Emma Chambers), who becomes increasingly concerned about the effects of global warming on the Autumn Festival.

As always, the show is filled with laugh-out-loud moments, witty dialogue, and heartwarming scenes that capture the essence of small-town life in England. With its colorful characters and clever writing, The Vicar of Dibley season 3 episode 1 "Autumn," is a charming and enjoyable episode that is not to be missed.