Julia Sawalha

In Midsomer Murders

Sawalha plays Penny Henderson in Saints and Sinners, a case set around an archaeological discovery and contested local history. It is another meeting of a familiar British television performer with Midsomer's ensemble format.

Performer biography

Julia Sawalha first won wide attention as Lynda Day in Press Gang and later played Saffron Monsoon in Absolutely Fabulous. She also voiced Ginger in the animated film Chicken Run.

Her television work includes Lark Rise to Candleford and a range of comedy and drama roles. The Midsomer appearance sits within a career notable for both live-action character work and voice acting.