Cliffehaven, May 1945.

The war in Europe is over, but for the residents of Beach View Boarding House its effects are still far reaching.

Cockney evacuee Ivy and her sweetheart Andy are saving to get married and return to London. But when her sister and parents succumb to one of the last V-2 attacks, Ivy must make a heart-wrenching choice.

Meanwhile Peggy Riley is doing her best to keep spirits at Beach View high whilst she anxiously awaits news of her husband Jim, who is still serving out in the Far East.

If they can keep hope and love alive, there is every chance they will make it through the darkness.