Midsomer Murders season 3 episode 4 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "Midsomer Murders" Season 3, Episode 4, the quiet village of Aspern Tallow is stirred by a vandalized portrait of Jonathan Lowrie, a Royalist from the Civil War. Sandra MacKillop, a painting restorer resembling her late husband, David, is haunted by supernatural occurrences linked to Lowrie's legend. Inspector Barnaby and Sergeant Troy unravel a web of local lore, personal vendettas, and hidden crimes. The murder of Marcus Lowrie, a descendant, and mysterious events at the museum converge, revealing earthly motives masked as ghostly antics. The episode concludes with the resolution of both historical and contemporary mysteries, restoring peace to the village.

Full Episode S03E04 Recap

### The Tale of Jonathan Lowrie and Contemporary Mysteries - The episode opens with a historical tour recounting the tale of Jonathan Lowrie, a Royalist from the Civil War era. Lowrie, wounded in battle, is killed at his family home, Aspern Hall, with his final resting place becoming a point of local folklore. - In modern-day Aspern Tallow, Joyce Barnaby discusses the death of George Burton, connected to a gang and a book about a 1985 crime. - Tom Barnaby deals with domestic issues, his daughter Cully and her boyfriend needing a place to stay. - At Aspern Tallow Museum, a portrait of Jonathan Lowrie is vandalized, leading to the involvement of Inspector Barnaby and Sergeant Troy. Sandra MacKillop, a painting restorer, is brought in to repair the portrait, which bears a resemblance to her late husband, David. - More strange events unfold: the bell tolls mysteriously, indicating Jonathan Lowrie's unrest according to local legend, and a fire breaks out during a séance attempting to contact Lowrie. ### Unraveling the Mystery - Investigations reveal Alan Bradford's criminal past and his deep connection to the museum's history. - Sandra MacKillop, grieving her husband and struggling with her mental state, becomes increasingly unsettled by the eerie occurrences, believing they are messages from David. - The murder of Marcus Lowrie, a descendant of Jonathan, occurs, adding to the complexity of the case. His body is found in his ancestor's grave, leading to more questions. - The mystery deepens with revelations about the MacKillop family, the dynamics between Sandra, her brother-in-law Charles, and other locals like Eleanor Bunsall and Anne Quarritch. - Inspector Barnaby and Sergeant Troy navigate through the layers of personal connections, historical ties, and supernatural beliefs to uncover the truth behind the recent crimes and the legend of Jonathan Lowrie. ### Conclusion: Truths Revealed - The resolution involves the discovery of the truth behind the haunted tales, the motivations for the vandalism, and the murder. - It becomes clear that the supernatural elements are a cover for more earthly crimes and personal vendettas. - The episode concludes with the murderer being apprehended, and the mysteries surrounding both the historical and modern-day events at Aspern Tallow are solved, restoring peace to the village.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jonathan Lowrie in "Midsomer Murders" Season 3, Episode 4?

Jonathan Lowrie was a Royalist from the Civil War era, whose death and burial at Aspern Hall are central to the episode's folklore.

Midsomer Murders season 3 episode 4

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Midsomer Murders season 3 episode 4 Recap and FAQ

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Who is Jonathan Lowrie in "Midsomer Murders" Season 3, Episode 4?

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