Lord Castlebridge runs his stately home with a rod of iron and when his wife fritters away seven thousand pounds at Ascot, she knows that she is destined for the rod! But even his Lordship's rigid discipline cannot ensure the smooth running of Castlebridge towers unless his faithful butler, Greenwood is prepared to use the birch as well. Fortunately the caning stool and birching post are safely installed in the library and well-prepared for the correction of the young women on his staff, as well as his wife.
Meanwhile not all is well with his business which is normally run by his mistress - who herself is well-used to being disciplined.
The wife of an employee has been indiscreet and the consequences are severe indeed. And not just for his Lordship - but for the wife as well.
