One of the very last of the Children's Film Foundation TV movies and it's based on an obscure Thomas Hardy novel, no less. Given that pedigree it turns out to be an unsurprisingly decent production, with good period charm and warming supporting characters. The usual boisterous kids go off damming rivers (didn't we all?) and inadvertantly cause kerfuffle in the titular village. Some dark social commentary adds to the classy feel. Watch out for Sean Bean in an early role.
Review of Exploits at West Poley
Exploits at West Poley
(1985 TV Movie)
Rare Thomas Hardy adaptation
4 January 2022
Warning: Spoilers