List of Heartbeat episodes
The following is a list of episodes for the British ITV period police drama Heartbeat. The programme first aired on Friday 10 April 1992 and 18 series have so far been aired. The first series broadcast on a Friday.
372 episodes of Heartbeat have aired, which includes 9 Christmas episodes.
Series Eleven (2001–2002)
Permanent/Frequent actors for Series Eleven
- Jason Durr as PC Mike Bradley, Police Constable in Aidensfield
- Philip Franks as Sgt Raymond Craddock, stationed at Ashfordly, whom the other police report to. He is replaced by...
- Duncan Bell as Sgt Dennis Merton, stationed at Ashfordly after Craddock's departure.
- William Simons as PC Alf Ventress, long-serving Police Constable in Ashfordly.
- Mark Jordon as PC Phil Bellamy, young Police Constable in Ashfordly.
- Ryan Early as PC Tom Nicholson, fresh-faced Police Constable from Scarborough on probation.
- Peter Benson as Bernie Scripps, proprietor of Aidensfield Garage.
- Geoffrey Hughes as Vernon Scripps, small-time entrepreneur, and half-brother to Bernie Scripps, who lives in what was Claude Greengrass's house.
- David Lonsdale as David Stockwell, comical village buffoon, who lives with, and works for, Vernon Scripps.
- Successively, "Tramp", "Rosie" and "Boots" as Alfred, a lurcher dog belonging to David Stockwell and Vernon Scripps.
- Clare Calbraith as Dr Tricia Summerbee the doctor at Dr Neil Bolton's old practice.
- Sarah Tansey as Jenny Latimer a pharmacist who assisted Dr Summerbee when she was suffering the effects of overwork.
- Elizabeth Bennett as Joyce Jowett a highly opinionated local councillor, with old-fashioned moral beliefs. She does not get on with Oscar Blaketon.
- Derek Fowlds as Oscar Blaketon, owner of the Aidensfield Arms, and occasional private investigator.
- Tricia Penrose as Gina Ward, landlady of the Aidensfield Arms.
- Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, minor aristocrat and owner of Ashfordly Hall.
- Unseen characters "Mrs Ventress" (Alf Ventress's wife) and police characters "Chief Constable" (and less frequently, Chief Superintendent Southgate), mentioned by Sgt Craddock from time to time.
| # | Title | Airdate | Overview |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175 | "Sweet Sixteen" | 28 October 2001  22 October 2011  |
Dr Summerbee gives the pill to 16-year-old Debbie White and her friend Jenny. But her good intentions have many village parents up in arms, when Debbie's parents accuse her of going too far and question her morals. The Royal Inspector is due at Ashfordly Police Station on Friday, but Craddock is frustrated when a local hooligan keeps vandalising police property/vehicles. He also wants his men to be calm, dignified, and to go with good humour. But that's easier said than done. Vernon and David slug it out verbally over messy dishes, food being eaten, and Vernon accuses David of having a woman at their place. But then they learn the bizarre truth: an unwanted visitor. This is continued next episode.
Guest Stars: Gillian Cally as Mrs. White, Stephen Hoyle as Carl Lomax, Lisa Marie Boucher as Jenny Kirby, Amanda Fairclough as Mrs Peters, Tony Turner as Mr White, Sharon Muircroft as Mrs Lomax, Billy Fane as Tramp, Tracey Briggs as Mrs Yorke, Vicki Lee Taylor as Deborah White |
| 176 | "She's Leaving Home" | 4 November 2001 24 October 2011 |
Continued from last episode. When Carl Lomax admits to vandalizing the police station and vehicles, he is remanded in custody. But he breaks out and he and his girlfriend Debbie run away together. Debbie's parents and the rest of Aidensfield continues to put pressure on Dr Summerbee, but Debbie's parents soon change their mind about Carl, and so do the Police. Mike is saddened by his divorce. Vernon's latest business venture is slot machines, but his business sense even attracts laughter from an inanimate machine! But his real problems start when a mysterious technician does "maintenance" on the slot machines.
Guest Stars: Gillian Cally as Mrs. White, Stephen Hoyle as Carl Lomax, Billy Moores as Mr Hawkins, Colin Waite as Charley Woods, Tony Turner as Mr White, Vicki Lee Taylor as Deborah White, Peter Gunn as Eddie Ford, John Lloyd Fillingham as Andy Sykes, Sharon Muircroft as Mrs Lomax, Andrew Abrahams as Magistrate (as Andy Abrahams) |
| 177 | "Russian Roulette" | 11 November 2001 26 October 2011 |
Vernon's past catches up with him by the arrival of Igor Saukas, who he once made a deal with concerning umbrellas that turned out to be faulty, and Vernon thinks he's out for revenge. However, he is shocked when Igor offers him another deal, this time to sell Lithuanian Peat (as a replacement for coal). MI5 agent Clive Denby is in Aidensfield investigating Igor Saukas. Craddock is forced to give him assistance, but what will MI5 smoke out? Meanwhile, Dr Summerbee is concerned for her patient Eamon Maxwell, who she suspects of being suicidal, when he is repeatedly seen on the railway tracks near his home.
Guest Stars: Dicken Ashworth as Enoch Payne, Jonty Stephens as Eamon Maxwell, Stanley Townsend as Igor Saukas, Polly Pleasence as Dr Elizabeth Maxwell (of no relation to Eamon), Mark Letheren as Clive Denby. |
| 178 | "Legacies" | 18 November 2001 29 October 2011 |
A number of legacies have gone missing from Lord Ashfordly's African collection during a series of dinner parties, so when another dinner party is planned, new PC Tom Nicholson is sent undercover to investigate. Chief Daniel Moketso arrives to reclaim the legacies by legitimate means, and post-graduate research student Patrick Mason is at Ashfordly Hall to research these legacies. Meanwhile, Vernon tries his luck at running a taxi service, but he and David end up in custody because of their customer's absent-mindedness.
Guest Stars: Roger Griffiths as Daniel Moketso, Madeleine Moffat as Mrs Parker, Stuart Farrell as Antiques Dealer, Tom Goodman-Hill as Patrick Mason, Ryan Early as P.C. Tom Nicholson, Barbara Bolton as Mrs Kellett This is Ryan Early's (PC Tom Nicholson's) first episode |
| 179 | "Home Sweet Home" | 25 November 2001 31 October 2011 |
Betty Hargreaves is suspected of terrorising her patients at the nursing home which she runs, and when she is suspected of helping two OAPs into their graves, Oscar begins a private investigation. She is also suspected of a spate of petty thefts, including Alf Ventress's warrant card! Meanwhile, David gets a job of clearing the houses of deceased people, but he lands himself and Vernon in trouble when he empties the wrong house. PC Mike Bradley and Dr. Tricia Summerbee clash over his investigative practices, but warm to each other.
Guest Stars: Mona Bruce as Vera Outhwaite, Fiona MacPherson as Glenda Dobson, Bridget Turner as Daphne Merryfield, Alan Granville as Colin Watson, Tony Monroe as Stanley Bates, Gabrielle Blunt as Jessie Outram, Jim Whelan as Bob Walters, David Sandford as Vicar, Eric Potts as Harry Dobson, Tilly Tremayne as Betty Hargreaves |
| 180 | "Old Masters" | 2 December 2001 2 November 2011 |
When Ashfordly Hall opens its doors to the public, a number of Lord Ashfordly's treasured possessions are stolen. It does not help when a local paper has a picture of Ventress sleeping on the job. Investigating further, Ventress and Mike discover one of the guests touring Ashfordly Hall is an ex art thief, but he is now in his 80s. And when PC Tom Nicholson goes to question the suspect, Tom is knocked down by an intruder. Meanwhile, Vernon hopes to mix business with pleasure with Lord Ashfordly, but the insurance company soon puts a stop to that.
Guest Stars: Freddie Jones as George Woodford, Fiona Victory as Eileen Jepson, Alastair Sims as Steven Collier, Josh Moran as Robert Price, James Quinn as Roy Jepson. |
| 181 | "The Rivals" | 9 December 2001 2 November 2011 |
When Tom responds to a robbery at a factory, he becomes involved in a bitter war between factory Works Manager Neville Sawyer and factory owner Trevor Shields. A machine explodes and suspicions initially fall on Sawyer, but the Inspector of Factories quickly closes the factory down, holding Trevor responsible. Another accident puts Trevor in hospital. Meanwhile, Vernon organises a beauty pageant at the village hall, but Councillor Joyce Jowett is eager to put a stop to his plans.
Guest Stars: Sally Walsh as Maureen Felton, David Fenwick as Neville Sawyer, Shaun Scott as Trevor Shields, Diane Fletcher as Ruth Shields, Clare Clifford as Celia Beresford. |
| 182 | "Home to Roost" | 16 December 2001 5 November 2011 |
When Geoff Lawson returns home to find hippies squatting in his two cottages, the police are unable to act against them because Lawson failed to put security on the cottages. He gets a Possession Order, but the squatters use a legal loophole to evade eviction. Frustrated, Lawson takes the law into his own hands, putting one of the squatters lives in mortal danger—or was it Lawson? Vernon finds that relying on one of the squatters for pottery can be problematic.
Guest Stars: Oliver Williams as Steve, Emily Aston as Amy, Chelsey Seeley as Baby Watkins, Chantelle Seeley as Baby Watkins, Malcolm Tierney as Lawson, Amber Edlin as Laura, Andrew Westfield as Bob Hardcastle, Colin Meredith as Bailiff, James Mair as Farrell, Jim Whelan as Auctioneer |
| 183 | "Uninvited Guests" | 23 December 2001 5 November 2011 |
Two criminals take a manageress of a building society and her young son hostage whilst they plan a robbery, but she gets a coded message out to Ventress who is an old customer of the building society. Ventress relates his suspicions, so Craddock sends Tom to watch the house. Meanwhile, Vernon begins a pet cemetery but a supposedly dead pig trashes Bernie's garage, so Bernie seeks Blaketon's assistance to stop Vernon's scheme. Craddock decides that Tom should move in with Mike into the Aidensfield Police House. A series of food poisoning cases has police on their toes, and has Tricia Summerbee suffering the effects of overwork. It's not Ventress who nods off, this time.
Guest Stars: Tim Smith (1) as Toby Johnson, Joseph Aston as Harry Davies, Veronica Roberts as Meryl Johnson, Simon Lenagan (1) as Ben Bagley, Gareth Farr as Danny Begley, Christopher Wilkinson as Herbert Maddison, Olive Pendleton as Daisy Pritchard. |
| 184 | "No Hiding Place" | 30 December 2001 7 November 2011 |
Dr Summerbee is delighted when her old friend Heather Conway comes to stay for Christmas. However, it appears Heather is trying to run away from something. Heather dismisses it as "the media", but trouble is, her past has followed her to Aidensfield and Craddock and his men find themselves dealing with London Gangsters. A guide dog (Peggy, belonging to a blind woman) has gone missing, and there are very few leads, until an article appears in the paper. Meanwhile, Vernon promises Joyce Jowett that he will organise the Christmas decorations for the village, and his usual trick of stealing a tree goes off OK, but the lights are a different matter.
Guest Stars: Sophia Myles as Heather Conway, Gabrielle Cowburn as Emma Turner, Kate McLoughlin as Mrs Paxton, Jerome Wright as Harry Parker, Anne O'Brien as Mary Donaldson, Ben de Sausmarez as Paul Hanson, Joe Simpson as game-keeper Reed, Ciarán Griffiths as Vic Sands. |
| 185 | "A Gentleman's Sport" | 6 January 2002 9 November 2011 |
When armed robber Charlie Draper becomes a victim in a hit-and-run whilst performing a robbery, Craddock is under pressure to find the hit and run driver and the missing money, but Charlie escapes hospital custody when Tom falls asleep on duty. The police question Charlie's old partner-in-crime Jack Wetherby, but he only admits to stealing the car for Charlie – and didn't even know about the robbery plans. Vinnie Sanders, a famous cricket player, turns up at the Aidensfield Arms after his car breaks down, so Oscar organises a cricket match. But why is the cricketer so interested in the robbery story, while the robber is so interested in the cricket story in the newspaper? Meanwhile, Left alone to run Bernie's Garage, David takes a delivery of fuel, and causes a petrol crisis around Aidensfield. But he becomes the accidental hero.
Guest Stars: Geoffrey Banks as Mr. Reynolds, Jonathan Ryland as Jack Wetherby, Clive Mantle as Vinny Sanders, Stan Rowe as Delivery Man, Kerry Wotton as Susan Wetherby, Will Norris as Charlie Draper. |
| 186 | "Closing the Book" | 13 January 2002 12 November 2011 |
When Walter Aims dies in mysterious circumstances, the police find plans for various armed robberies in his basement. Doctor Summerbee has an important clue about Walter, and Police realise that all the robberies have occurred several years ago, except one. They stake out the intended crime venue (the bank in Ashfordly), but the crime actually occurs elsewhere. Craddock faces personal problems by the reappearance of his wife Penny, and he must make a difficult decision about his future in Aidensfield. Meanwhile, Vernon has a new business venture. Scripps’ Roaming Holidays (horse-drawn wagons). Problem is, the horses are cantankerous.
Guest Stars: Denis Lill as Mr. Morris, Stuart McGugan as Hemmings, Martin Marquez as Joe Kidd, Caroline Clegg as Receptionist, Josephine Tewson as Mrs Morris, Scott Maslen as Alex Burton, Amy Stratton as Linda Burton, Phillippa Wilson as Penny Craddock. This is Philip Frank's (Sgt Raymond Craddock's) last ever episode. |
| 187 | "The Leopard's Spots" | 20 January 2002 |
Craddock has left Aidensfield after being promoted. His replacement is Dennis Merton, an ex CID who discovers someone who he has been trying to nail for years is now causing criminal activities in Aidensfield, but Ventress, Mike, Bellamy and Tom are out of there depths when they find themselves in the middle of a major CID operation. Meanwhile, David has joined the gym and befriends boxer Jeremy Purves. Unlucky for David, Vernon thinks there is money to be made out of boxing.
Guest Stars: Kate Rutter as Mrs Rogers, James Weaver as Paul Rogers, Frankie Hough as Sandra Tatler, Andy Linden as Lonnie, Neil Jackson as Jeremy Purves, Robert Swann as Ken Rogers, David Robertson (1) as Harry Trafford, Ryan Early as Probationary PC Tom Nicholson, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner This is Duncan Bell's (Sgt Dennis Merton's) first episode |
| 188 | "From Ancient Grudge" | 27 January 2002 |
When Jim Wainwright’s barn is burnt down, Merton doesn't think it is a police matter however Mike and Ventress go against orders and investigate, but they find themselves in the middle of a family feud over the ownership of a farm. Meanwhile, Vernon wants to open a cinema in Aidensfield, but first he must convince Joyce Jowett that it will be good for the reputation of the village.
Guest Stars: Tom Lister as Harry Wainwright, Patrick Baladi as Ray Thompson, Margaret Ashcroft as Dora Allsop, Peter Vaughan as Arthur Wainwright, Richard Riddle as Jack Allsop, Phil Nice as Gordon Drew, Berwick Kaler as George Allsop, Ryan Early as Probationary PC Tom Nicholson, Eliza Bennett (2) as Joyce Jowett, Ray Ashcroft as Jim Wainwright |
| 189 | "The Great Ming Mystery" | 3 February 2002 |
A valuable vase is stolen from senile Colonel Potter’s large house and Mike suspects his moneymad son Eric is to blame, but there is a gang of professional in the area, and one of them is staying at the Aidensfield Arms. Meanwhile, Mike, Jenny, Bellamy and Dr Summerbee plan a double date, but Bellamy and Jenny end up ditching Mike and Dr Summerbee.
Guest Stars: Leslie Grantham as George East, Heather Bleasdale as June, Simon Chandler as Eric Potter, Randal Herley as Colonel Potter, Anita Wood as Waitress, Chris Tune (1) as Brian, Ryan Early as Probationary PC Tom Nicholson |
| 190 | "Second Chances" | 10 February 2002 |
Helen Jones returns home to find her house has been burgled by a man who looks like her long lost husband, who is wanted for a theft that took place years previously. Bellamy and Ventress uncover Merton's big secret. Meanwhile, Blaketon organises a treasure hunt to raise money for the playground. Vernon enters the wine processing business.
Guest Stars: Peter Armitage as Harry Kearton, Glynis Brooks as Helen Jones, Oliver Chopping as Anton Berail, Christine Roberts as Doris Pilbrow, Nicky Henson as Alan Jones, Pauline Jefferson as Rebecca Tattershall, Charles McCurdy as Mr. Hargreaves, Robin Polley as Mr. Swarbrick, Ryan Early as Probationary PC Tom Nicholson |
| 191 | "Sympathy for the Devil" | 17 February 2002 |
Whilst investigating a break-in at a guest house, Mike meets Sue Dixon and discovers she and her daughter are being hunted down by her violent ex-husband, and the case gets personal when Sue becomes obsessed with Mike. Meanwhile, Vernon agrees to supply Aidensfield health shop with goats’ milk, but the goats run wild at the Aidensfield Arms.
Guest Stars: Keri Arnold as Tracey Dixon, June Barrie (1) as Agnes Moorcroft, Rachel Shelley as Sue Dixon, Anthony Allen as Simon Warren, Jack Marsden (3) as Joe Dixon, Ryan Early as Probationary PC Tom Nicholson |
| 192 | "Coming of Age" | 24 February 2002 |
It is PC Tom Nicholson's 21st Birthday and the villagers have planned a surprise party. Two criminals capture PC Tom Nicholson, however, and take him to a nearby airfield where they plan to escape by air and take the stolen money with them. However there is a struggle and PC Tom Nicholson is shot dead. Meanwhile, Vernon Scripps tries his hand at managing a brass band.
Guest Stars: Eamon Boland as George Sugden, Tanya Myers as Mrs Sutton, Rob Spendlove as Terry Machin, Michelle Hardwick as Lesley Sutton, Matthew Dunster as Jimmy Sutton, Tom Clarke-Hill (1) as Gene Ackerman, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Ryan Early as Probationary PC Tom Nicholson This is Ryan Early's (PC Tom Nicholson's) last ever episode |
| 193 | "Love Hurts" | 3 March 2002 |
Sgt Merton's date goes wrong when he is accused of stealing her purse and is looking at suspension unless Mike can clear his name. Meanwhile, Bernie is acting stranger than usual and Vernon tries to get to the bottom of his unusual behaviour. Guest Stars: Jan Francis as Vivienne Keen, Glenn Cunningham as Frank Paton, Norman Mills as Mr. Oakley, Emma Ashton as Mandy Shaw, James Snell as Psychiatrist, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner |
| 194 | "Windows of Opportunity" | 10 March 2002 |
When Oscar runs against Joyce Jowett in the local elections, Bernie and David have a decent plan to drum up some extra votes for Blaketon, to avoid the public toilets, being placed outside Bernie's garage, proposed by Jowett. But who will win the election? Meanwhile some strange related burglaries are happening in the village, with one specific object being stolen at a time. Guest Stars: Ewan Hooper as John Salter, Angela Crow as Rose Protheroe, Tony Mooney as Harvey Cottrell, Cherith Mellor as Alice Stanton, Craig Heaney as Reggie Turnbull, Simon Cassidy as Peter Wilkins, Eliza Bennett (2) as Joyce Jowett |
| 195 | "The Shoot" | 17 March 2002 |
Lord Ashfordly takes in paying guests for a shooting party at the hall, but when Oliver Langley shoots Saul Arkwright’s dog, and Langley nearly runs Arkwright over when he leaves, Arkwright takes it into his own hands to ruin the shooting event. But will it be down to him when the shooting goes horribly wrong? Meanwhile, David has trouble getting to grips with Vernon’s latest business venture, and almost destroys half the village. Vernon can’t help due to having a very serious boil, and goes to hospital for medical attention. Guest Stars: Robert Glenisteras Oliver Langley, David Calder as Saul Arkwright, Robert Lawrenson as Mickey Box Cockford, Celia Imrie as Sylvia Langley, Rachel Leskovac as Pinky Parkinson, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Joe Simpson (2) as Reed, Carrie Davies as Sister Mather |
| 196 | "Class Act" | 31 March 2002 28 November 2011 |
A teenage crush gets out of hand, when top student Josie Peters writes about her teacher in her diary. Her father suspects something so prevents her from going on a field trip, citing lack of money. But when the school offers assistance, Mr Peters says he doesn't want charity and pays for the field trip anyway. But did he get the money by mugging his boss the night before? Josie's actions lead to her getting caught in very deep water, and it is up to Mike to save her. Meanwhile, David is pre-occupied by a dummy called Enoch, which was left to him by Ventriloquist Ernie Dobson, when he died. He fills in for one of Ernie's bookings, but he puts most of the audience to sleep. Two property buyers are in town, and Gina is asked out by one of them (Alex Robinson, who is staying at the Aidensfield Arms), to a function at Ashfordly Hall. Part of this story continued next episode. Guest Stars: Adrian Hood as Ralph Peel, Peter Wight as Len Peters, Jennie Dent as Deputy Headmistress, Tim Scott-Walker as Roger Gifford, Geraldine Griffiths as Doreen Peters, Sean Chapman as Alex Robinson, Stacey Sampson as Josie Peters, Roger Davidson as Ferdie Fairborn, John Sackville as Sinclair, Emma Gill as Lyn, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 197 | "Caught in the Headlights" | 7 April 2002 30 November 2011 |
Partly continued from previous episode. Gina attends a function at Ashfordly Hall with Alex Robinson (in her car, because his had a flat tyre), but after some time doesn't feel too well. She wakes up in a farm field and soon discovers she is suspected of a hit and run accident that has killed Ian Sinclair, but Oscar is determined to prove Gina is in the clear. There's Robinson asking for a doctor, property purchase negotiations, tyre tracks, time trials, Robinson calling for a taxi, a diary, blood tests, a row that Gina supposedly had with Robinson, a leather bag, and a spare tyre under repair. They all add up to so many clues to be unravelled, but are property buyers Sinclair and Robinson partners, or rivals? Meanwhile, Vernon is struggling to complete a crossword, and it isn’t going to be helped when he is hired to transport and keep an eye on two young girls, Sylvia and Linda, who are singers in a band. But when the music gets too much for him, he sends young David to do the job instead – and the girls are very happy to have him. Guest Stars: Georgia Hartley as Sylvia, Matthew Zina as Dave, Ben Sutherland as Mick, Toby Walton as Zak, John Catterall as Phil, Rebecca Atkinson as Linda, Michael Wardle as Reg Perkins, Sean Chapman as Alex Robinson, Roger Davidson as Ferdie Fairborn, John Sackville as Sinclair, Amanda Walker as Mrs Sinclair. |
| 198 | "Love's Sweet Dream" | 14 April 2002 |
A domestic violence case gets in the way of Mike and Tricia declaring how they feel about each other. Ellen Richards suffers a miscarriage, and after having enough of her jealous husband’s outburst, she runs away with her son Anthony. After confronting Sgt Merton, and Jenny, Ray Richard’s actions that follow leave Tricia’s life hanging in the balance. Meanwhile, Vernon has a new business idea, but it is fair to say that neither Bernie, David nor Gina are best pleased. Guest Stars: Gillian Kerrod as Mrs Ansley, Kathleen Worth as Mrs Wiley, Lill Roughley as Gloria Gray, Travis Yates as Anthony Richards, Joanna Swain as Teacher, Samantha Montgomery as Millicent Gray, Richard Lintern as Ray Richards, Poppy Miller as Ellen Richards |
Series Twelve (2002–2003)
| # | Title | Airdate | Overview |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199 | "Skeletons and Cupboards" | 6 October 2002 |
Oscar is shocked at the sighting of a villain that Alf believed to be dead 15 years earlier. Mike is busy investigating a break-in at a rented cottage, and at the Woodside estate, Syd Carter and Geoff Atkins believe that the other is digging in their garden at night. Meanwhile, Dennis is struggling to come to term with some health worries, and Vernon decides it’s time to get a regular job in a department store, after his latest venture fails once again. Guest Stars: Simon Molloy as DI Shiner, Terence Harvey as Norman Walters, Bob Maxfield as Arthur Dickson, Gordon Langford Rowe as Geoff Atkins, Tom Charnock as Syd Carter, Vin Welch as Bradshaw, Alan Parnaby as Colin Draper, Rosie Cavaliero as Sandra, Alma Varley as Old Lady, Peter Chapman as Customer |
| 200 | "A Girl's Best Friend" | 13 October 2002 |
When Penelope Harrison reports to have her anniversary diamond necklace stolen, Phil discovers the identity of the person who sold it afterwards. Vernon is pre-occupied with hypnotism, when he discovers that Gina is afraid of spiders, however, his actions leave David barking mad. Meanwhile warm feelings emerge between Dennis and Jenny. Guest Stars: Paul Shelley as Ralph Harrison, Susan Wooldridge as Penelope Harrison, Paul Ready as Henry Harrison, Robert Goodale as Henry Harrison, Emma Lowndes as Teresa, Jane Hogarth as Mrs Philips, Catherine Carter as Nurse |
| 201 | "A Dog's Life" | 20 October 2002 |
It’s time for the sheepdog trials in Ashfordly, and Lord Ashfordly is holding them at the fields. Tommy Rawson is the firm favourite, after winning two years in a row with dog Jess. Competition sparks between Rawson and George Harding, when he fears that Jess is too good to be beaten. Harding's wife is putting strain upon Tricia when she demands pills for her severe anxiety at any moment. Dennis receives good news when division inform him that his diabetes will have no effect on his position of being sergeant, and Vernon realises that providing lavatory facilities for the sheepdog trials, is not as easy as it seems. Guest Stars: Kenneth Anderson (1) as Tommy Rawson, John Harding (1) as George, Paul Slack as Bill Dyer, Anna Bolt as Maureen Harding, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 202 | "Where There's Muck" | 3 November 2002 |
After 30 years of farming, Richard Harvey is disgusted when his land is put up for auction, and he will go to all lengths to protect it, whilst Gina is smitten by Mark Jenkins who is staying at the Aidensfield arms. Meanwhile, David's auntie Beth's horse radish sauce is so popular with customers at the Aidensfield Arms; of course Vernon makes it his next business venture, and promises that David's name and photo will be on the labels. Guest Stars: Phillip Joseph (1) as Richard Harvey, Paul Foster as Peter Harvey, John Kirk as Peter Harvey, Justine Adams as Karen, Ray Gatenby as Edwin Carwell, Robert Cameron as Joe Stanwyck |
| 203 | "Harmony" | 10 November 2002 |
Merton's cousin, singer-songwriter, Deborah Vine, arrives in Aidensfield, and is shortly joined by her pregnant daughter Didi who has walked from the singing tour, hiding from father Larry Prince. That is until Larry arrives in Aidensfield as well, after receiving a sick note from Dr. Summerbee. Phil spies wanted criminal Scudamore, and after the police manage to catch him, he manages to escape Phil and Alf on the way to Manchester. And after discovering Mr. Clough dead in the back of a taxi, David is shocked, but gets even more than he bargained for when his daughter, April Clough takes more than a little shine to him. Guest Stars: Leigh Lawson as Larry Prince, Judith Williams as Didi, Mark J. Pepper as Scudamore, Anna Niland as April Clough, Richard Burke (2) as Steve Webb and Lulu as Deborah Vine |
| 204 | "No Man's Land" | 17 November 2002 |
When Alf Ventress gives Vernon a lift back to Aidensfield, after his lorry breaks down, he has to stop suddenly to avoid sheep on the road, and Vernon hits his head. The accident means Vernon has had a complete personality change and shocks residents by being so nice and loving. Meanwhile, a local landowner, Les Parnaby takes matter into his own hands, when he loses his rag over the ramblers wandering across his land. Guest Stars: Nick Ward as Boy 2, Mark Fountain as Boy 1, Briony McRoberts as Mrs Foxton, Kellie Moynihan as Shirley, David Robb as Guy Foxton, Judy Flynn as Judy Parnaby, Lloyd McGuire as Les Parnaby |
| 205 | "Dirty Len" | 24 November 2002 |
The Police and Dr. Summerbee are confused after Dirty Len Fairchild dies, and after animals seem to be poisoned by strychnine, across the Kirkby farm as well as Fred Caldwell's. Is there a connection? Meanwhile, Alfred causes havoc for David when he takes him to Whitby beach for the old folks' outing, assisted by Oscar Blaketon and Celia Beresford. Jenny is tempted by the arrival of a local vet, and comes up with an idea to make Dennis jealous. Guest Stars: Jack Smethurst as Mr Kirkby, Avril Elgar as Mrs Kirkby, Laura Bradd as Harriet Beresford, Molly Shevlin as Amanda Beresford, Patrick Godfrey as Fred Caldwell, Noel Fitzpatrick as Andrew Lawrence, Clare Clifford as Celia Beresford |
| 206 | "Growing Apart" | 1 December 2002 |
After a series of tractor thefts in the area, Sergeant Merton reckons Steve Calthrop will be the next victim, and his constables keep an eye on the tractor overnight. However, Calthrop disappears in the middle of the night to see his ‘mistress’, and whilst Bellamy and Bradley follow him, the tractor is stolen. Meanwhile, Vernon’s latest venture involves landscaping gardens; however, David realises that it's more expensive than it seems. Guest Stars: Jonathan Owen as Peter Ward, Adam Kotz as Steve Calthrop, Abigail Fisher as Christine, Arthur Cox as Mr Naysmith-Jones, Lisa Millett (1) as Elaine Calthrop, Edward Hogg as Danny, Ann Rye as Mrs Naysmith-Jones |
| 207 | "A Many Splendoured Thing" | 8 December 2002 |
It's Christmas time, and to celebrate the occasion, Lord Ashfordly hosts a Christmas ball to let the residents get to know his new wife. However, there is more to the new lady in his life than meets the eye. Two masked and armed robbers seem to be targeting the newlyweds and Lady Ashfordly in particular; therefore PC Bradley is assigned to be chauffeur and bodyguard to Lady Ashfordly. Meanwhile, Bernie struggles to please Joyce Jowett, when she requires him to provide funeral services for her sister. He realises very quickly that she is extremely demanding, and will require a discount at every opportunity. Guest Stars: Lia Williams as Lady Ashfordly, Jasper Britton as Stanley Hodges, Dean Bardini as Al, Derek Hicks as Frank, Matthew Noble as Frank, Eliza Bennett (2) as Joyce Jowett, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Barbara Bolton as Mrs Kellett |
| 208 | "Horses for Courses" | 15 December 2002 |
PC Bradley worries when Tricia gets involved with horse trainer Keiron Doyle. When he tries to warn her against him, she takes his intentions the wrong way, and she agrees to ride one of his horses. However, her actions to protect the horses lead to disastrous consequences. Meanwhile, when Vernon receives contact from his brother George, he is surprised when George turns up in Aidensfield and realises that George is in fact a woman, with an extremely expensive lifestyle. Guest Stars: Tricia George as Georgina Scripps, Conor Mullen as Kieron Doyle, David Crellin as DS Harry Rankin, James Aubrey as Gordon Purvis, Cliff Lockwood as Phil Lucas, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly This is Clare Calbraith's (Dr. Tricia Summerbee's) last ever episode |
| 209 | "Sins of the Fathers" | 22 December 2002 |
Mike Bradley and the rest of Aidensfield mourn the death of Tricia Summerbee, and Mike in particular struggles to cope. He gets into a scrape with underage drinker, Bobbie Gray. Bobbie hits Mike, but is let off by the magistrate, who turns out to be his father. Additionally, Bobbie discovers that he has a brother that he never knew. Dr. James Alway arrives in Aidensfield. Meanwhile, Vernon is asked to sell an engagement ring for an old friend, Maggie Byrne who arrives in Aidensfield and is short of cash. Guest Stars: Francis Matthews as Dr. James Alway, Sue Jenkins as Maggie Byrne, T. J. Sorrell as Bobby Gray, William Gaunt as Charles Robertson, James Barron (1) as Harry Robertson, John Kindersley as Ken, Alan David as Sam Smithers, Terence Hillyer as Tex Byrne This is Francis Matthews's (Dr. James Alway's) first episode |
| 210 | "Bread and Circuses" | 29 December 2002 |
Merton is investigating a crime spree near Whitby. There seems to be a connection with wealthy families, porcelain figures having been stolen on various occasions. Meanwhile Bellamy falls in love with a victim of a handbag snatch and seems entirely smitten with her, until he rumbles her double life. Guest Stars: Nicola King as Kathleen Renishaw, Richard Sinnott as Mr. Osbourne, Gerard Bentall as Charlie Morton, Hannah Yelland as Alice, Francis Matthews as Dr. James Alway, Robert Lang as Colonel Barber, Ann Bell as Madge Cutler, Timothy Carlton as Eric Renishaw, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 211 | "For Whom the Bell Tolls" | 5 January 2003 |
Dr Alway is in charge of the bell ringing for an extremely important upcoming wedding; however, they are short of bell ringers, so he enlists Vernon, David, and - much to his dismay - Bernie to help out. Meanwhile, when explosives go missing from Lord Ashfordly’s quarry, Blaketon starts his own investigations. Meanwhile, Merton is tied up with the tension of the Defence Minister arriving in Aidensfield, and fears that there could be a connection. Guest Stars: John Flanagan as Briggs, Michael Atkinson as Taswell, Nick Miles as Copley, John Labanowski as Mal Hutton, Francis Matthews as Dr. James Alway, Colin Farrell (2) as Rev. Truscott, Donna Lythgoe as Ada, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 212 | "Out of the Blue" | 12 January 2003 |
Vernon is taken to The Royal hospital in Elsinsby, apparently suffering temporary memory loss after having been forced off the road by a speeding driver. He had been driving a tanker, the contents of which only Vernon knows, but it seems to be seeping into the river leading to the water board, making the people of Aidensfield ill. David claims no knowledge of the contents, and the hospital staff won’t let the police talk to Vernon. Meanwhile, nobody is allowed to use the tap water, while the contents of the tanker are being analysed. After an angry confrontation with the hospital staff, Dennis is forced to relax to save his temper, and he is helped by Jenny. Guest Stars: Zoie Kennedy as Staff Nurse Meryl Taylor, Amy Robbins as Dr. Jill Weatherill, Francis Matthews as Dr. James Alway, Martin Troakes as Leonard, Linda Armstrong as Sister Brigid, Michelle Hardwick as Lizzie Kennoway, Robert Daws as Dr. Gordon Ormerod, Michael Starke as Ken Hopkirk, Andy Wear as Alun Morris, Ken Bones as Mr Mansell, David Birrell as Eddie Owen, Colin Prockter as Mr Arkwright, Ian Carmichael as T.J. Middleditch This is Francis Matthews' (Dr. James Alway) last ever episode |
| 213 | "The High Life" | 9 March 2003 |
A young group arrive on scooters to terrorize the town. The local vicar has been growing illegal green stuff only to help his wife and Jenny's brother turns up out of the blue. Guest Stars: Andrew Newton-Lee as Tony, Kate Holderness as Shirley, Robert East as Harold Greaves, Jessica Harris as Kelley, Thom Fell as Steve Latimer, Martin Buchan as Solicitor, Maureen O'Brien as Joyce Greaves |
| 214 | "Hung for a Sheep" | 16 March 2003 |
Steve Crane, who replaces Mike Bradley as the Aidensfield Bobby, proves too ambitious for Ventress and Bellamy, as he investigates a spate of farm break-ins on the moors. Meanwhile, Liz Merrick is the new doctor in Aidensfield, and Vernon tries to impress her with his community spirit, which proves to be harder than it seems. Guest Stars: Geoffrey Hinsliff as Walter Rawlins, Eilis Hetherington as Edith Rawlins, Andy Williams (3) as Jack Farrow, Jon Oxendale as Burly Man, Paul Hawkyard as Bill Pegg, Mark Spalding as Tom Matthews and Beatrice Kelley as Mrs Winstanley This is James Carlton's (PC Steve Crane's) and Aslín McGuckin's (Dr Liz Merrick's) first episode |
| 215 | "The Third Man" | 23 March 2003 |
Gina receives a visit from her niece Susie Ward, and Steve is keeping an eye on her, because of her tearaway boyfriend. An informer tells the police that Vic Hawking and Len Dowd are planning to raid a shipment of gold bullion from Haworth Point. Meanwhile, Vernon offers to redecorate the surgery waiting room, and as David is left in charge, his own imagination does not impress Liz. And Bernie is less than impressed when Vernon asks him to decorate Mrs Winstanley’s living room, but he discovers that she wants more than new wallpaper. Guest Stars: Mark Stratton as Howard, Geoffrey McGivern as Harry, Beatrice Kelley as Mrs Winstanley, Ted Holden as Jamie Leyburn, John Cording as Vic Hawking, Martin Walsh as Len Dowd, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner, Christine Bottomley as Susie Ward, James Carlton as PC Steve Crane |
| 216 | "Missing in Action" | 30 March 2003 |
Bride-to-be; Lesley Ford embarks to Whitby funfair for her hen night, but is disturbed after she goes to a fortune teller, and receives information linked to the death of her father, who went missing in action in World War. She all of a sudden calls off the wedding and is found injured on the moors. There is a bogus policeman in the village, which Bellamy is certainly not happy about, as he was almost caught serving drinks after hours after covering for Gina. Guest Stars: Ruth Platt as Lesley Ford, Craig Heaney as Spicer, Philip Fox as Wells, Robert Hands as Barry Lee, James Carlton as PC Steve Crane, William Chubb as Porter, Marc Finn as Frank Searby, Val Tagger as Woman in Shop, Christine Bottomley as Susie Ward |
| 217 | "Caped Crusaders" | 6 April 2003 |
The Police are helped by two young kids; Dean and Alec Farley, who play Batman and Robin and spy criminal activity on a derelict farm. Liz is receiving late-night disturbing phone calls, which she believes to be her former boyfriend harassing her once again; however, the lady behind the phone calls is far more sinister, and the result is a very upsetting reunion. Vernon's aunt Aggie has died, and he gets her house and a seemingly worthless table. Guest Stars: Sonny Flood as Dean Farley, Jake Mitchell (2) as Alec Farley, Chris Hoyle as Lefty Bates, Francis Lee (1) as Chuck Forbes, Mark Leadbetter (1) as Ronnie Charnock, Steven Pacey as James Bexley, Margaret Tyzack as Edna Barton, James Carlton as PC Steve Crane, Christine Bottomley as Susie Ward |
| 218 | "Moving Target" | 13 April 2003 |
When Liz Merrick’s former boyfriend; James Robson, arrives in Aidensfield, he tries to get her back. However, when she makes him leave, he is shot in the head by a sniper outside the Aidensfield Arms. The police believe that James’ wife may have found out about the affair. But the following night, Bellamy is shot and wounded in the same spot. Mike helps Tim Barnett get to the garage when his classic Bentley limousine breaks down and he checks into the Aidensfield Arms whilst Bernie gets it repaired. Meanwhile, DI Shiner makes Mike an offer that he can’t refuse. Guest Stars: Malcolm Stoddard as James Robson, Pete Ivatts as Farmer, Colin Parry as Frank Clegghorn, Alexander Hanson as Tim Barnet, Jessica Turner as Helen Robson, Gareth Thomas as Nathaniel Clegghorn, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner, James Carlton as PC Steve Crane, Christine Bottomley as Susie Ward, Joe Simpson (2) as Reed This is Jason Durr's (Mike Bradley's) last ever episode |
| 219 | "Lily of the Valley" | 20 April 2003 |
After having her boundary wall vandalized, two dozen of Lily Barton’s sheep have disappeared; when PC Crane goes to visit, he realises she is very ill and her living arrangements are a nightmare. She, however, doesn’t appreciate Dr Merrick stopping by either, so Gina sends someone very special round; someone who will not be pushed over by Lily Barton, and will give the lady as good as she gets. Meanwhile, Vernon becomes more or less a permanent chauffeur to Jim Pinder; an unpopular business man who is upsetting locals because of the lorries from his quarry. Guest Stars: Ian Talbot as Bob Lander, Ian Ashpitel as Ted Smithson, Garfield Morgan as Jim Pinder, Mark Prentice as Fireman, Stuart Mawdsley as Michael, Jean Alexander as Lily Barton, Christine Bottomley as Susie Ward |
| 220 | "House Rules" | 27 April 2003 |
There is a sudden spate of burglaries in the area; however, there is a common link as the properties all seem to be up for sale and are under the same estate agents. Merton suspects that someone is posing as a potential buyer, and then returning at night to complete the burglary. Steve Crane is preoccupied with the arrival of a woman at the police house, who is a lot older than him. Oscar takes quite a shine to her and is relieved when he finds out that she is his mother. Blaketon is suspicious of a gentleman named Lennie Beach who is staying at the Aidensfield Arms, and getting very friendly with Gina. Guest Stars: Simon Merrells as Greg Matthews, Anita Carey as Babs Crane, Roderic Culver as Lennie Beech, Andrew Sheridan as Hippy Guy, Peter Foster as Foreman, Jerome Willis as Arthur Clough |
| 221 | "Mackerel Sky" | 4 May 2003 |
Eddie Harvey; an ex-con surprises Jenny at Sergeant Merton’s house, although he doesn’t hurt her. He returns to her flat the following night and kidnaps her. In return he wants Merton to tell him the name of the man who apprehended him 8 years before. If Merton does not, Eddie will kill Jenny. David is forced off of the road by a speeding driver in a stolen sports car, leading the police to investigate the more valuable vehicles being stolen. Meanwhile, Vernon gets involved with the charitable art event, but struggles to impress Sir Nigel, when ‘Tower Bridge’ is stolen. Guest Stars: Peter Alexander as Ralph Peters, Neil Stacy as Sir Nigel Fetherstone, Steve Evets as Graham Poulton, Belinda Allerston as Susan, Geoffrey Wilkinson as Auctioneer, Paul Brennen (1) as Eddie Harvey, Timothy Carlton as Eric Renishaw |
| 222 | "Absent Friends" | 11 May 2003 |
When farming couple Linda and Peter Jarvis suddenly go missing, Jenny and Liz are left looking after the children...whilst Jenny is struggling to answer a very important question. Gina and Phil are looking after the Jarvis’ livestock, and when they deliver a calf, it leads to a heartfelt reunion between the pair. Sgt Merton organises a search to find the farming couple, after their neighbour, Norma Weld has a very interesting lead. Meanwhile Vernon takes Bernie on a country mini-break- leaving David in charge of the garage; however Bernie does not see it as an adventure, and just wants to get home. Guest Stars: Cally Lawrence as Linda Jarvis, Tom Mason as Andrew Jarvis, Jack Chissick as Trevor West, Robert Lawrenson as Tom Watkins, Rosie Foster as Beth Jarvis, Gareth Thomas as Nathaniel Clegghorn, Loveday Smith as Norma Weld |
| 223 | "Music of the Spheres" | 18 May 2003 |
At Lord Ashfordly’s, his sister Lady Patricia has invited world class violinists Marek Starosta and his daughter Hannah to stay; however, when they arrive they realise that a very valuable violin has been stolen. PC Crane is sent to investigate, and both Hannah and Crane are more interested in each other than the missing Violin. Meanwhile, Vernon’s Liverpool cousins – Big and Little Jim arrive in Aidensfield, and they hatch a plan to improve Vernon’s living arrangements. And Jenny makes Dennis a very happy man. Guest Stars: Carol Royle as Lady Patricia Brewster, David Williams (4) as Ernie, Paul Herzberg as Marek Starosta, Katrine De Candole as Hannah Starosta, Matt Connor as Hiker, Chris Darwin as Big Jim, Steve Fletcher as Little Jim, Barbara Bolton as Mrs Kellett, Jonathan Aris as Herbert Brownjohn |
Series Thirteen (2003–2004)
| # | Title | Airdate | Overview |
|---|---|---|---|
| 224 | "Speed" | 7 September 2003 |
A gang of bikers from Ashfordly are tearing up in Aidensfield, and leader Jason has given Billy Fletcher amphetamine pills to sell. When Liz Merrick reports it to the police, she refuses to give a name, so Dennis tricks fiancée Jenny to show him the patient list; and when Jenny gets the blame, she calls off the engagement. Vernon hires a new chauffeur called James Darling – therefore they agree that he will not be referred to by his surname. James helps Vernon look for more suitable housing, than the Greengrass farm. Guest stars: Annette McLaughlin as Penelope Farrar, Rupert Frazer as James Darling, Jamie Davis as Billy Fletcher, Katharine Rogers as Mrs. Fletcher, Frank J. Lauder as Jason Buck, Emily Hayes as Lisa Smith |
| 225 | "Dog Days" | 14 September 2003 |
A fire at the textile warehouse keeps the police busy. The Vernon hearse plan does not please Bernie, while the fall-out between Jenny and Dennis starts another problem. Guest stars: Kate Buffery as Amanda Buxton, Polly Hemingway as Beryl Pyke, Beatrice Kelley as Olive Winstanley, Jim Marsh as Syd Williams, Laura Medforth as Naomi Stevenson, Susie Trayling as Rosie Compton, Simon Slater as Peter Pyke |
| 226 | "Mother's Little Helpers" | 21 September 2003 |
Mischievous boys in school holidays do not help the Rollins family problems while David is kidnapped. Guest stars: Janet Dibley as Linda Rollins, Martin Riley as Mr. Clough, Gillian Kerrod as Mrs. Taylor, Wayne Foskett as Mal Rollins, Vanessa Knox-Mawer as Christine, Andrew Thorpe as Michael Rollins, Andrew McGuire as Frankie, Tom Bowles (1) as Pete, Jonathan Bradd as Barry Rollins |
| 227 | "Fool for Love" | 5 October 2003 |
It’s the big day for Dennis and Jenny, although the police need to catch Ronnie the dog man – a bank robber who has just robbed a local bank outside Ashfordly. However, best man Kenny Parker and his fiancée know more than they are letting on. Jenny’s brother Steve arrives in Aidensfield for the wedding, although Jenny is concerned about how Dennis will react. And Vernon promises Jenny fresh salmon for her wedding dinner, but Bernie seems better at the sport. Guest stars: Emily Wright as Kathy, Dave Law as Gamekeeper, Terence Rigby as Ronnie Brown, Thom Fell as Steve Latimer, Geoffrey Chater as Sir Henry Bing, Jonathan Barlow as DS Kenny Parker, Siobhan Finneran as Gloria Brown, Miles Moss as Security Guard, David Williams (4) as Ernie |
| 228 | "A Family Affair" | 12 October 2003 |
More than expected trouble happens after the local villain hits the Carswell family home. Alf Ventress is running the station. Oscar wants the cup back that Aidensfield pub should have got 30 years ago and organises a darts match. Guest stars: Hope Johnstone as Mrs. Fairbride, Christine Kavanagh as Joyce Carswell, Andrew McCulloch as Angus Fergusson, Joe Tucker as Barnforth, Madeleine Moffat as Ethel, Shaughan Seymour as Peter Carswell, Mary Wimbush as Minnie Carswell, Pete Ivatts as Farmer, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner |
| 229 | "The Holiday's Over" | 19 October 2003 |
To their misfortune, Dennis and Jenny arrive back early from their honeymoon, when Jenny becomes ill. When Constabulary inspector Craig turns up at the station to report his car being stolen, he is disgraced to see the mess. The police are called out when people returning from holiday discover they have been burgled, and Vernon holds a Bentley owners rally at Ashfordly hall. Guest stars: Barbara Rafferty as Pam Astbury, Katie Hollinshead as Sharon, Nicholas Hutchinson as Edward Burgess, Nanette Ryder as Mrs. Barcroft, Stephen MacKenna as Mr. Brooks, Michael Garner as Craig, Stephen Casey as Roy Barnsdale, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 230 | "Waifs and Strays" | 26 October 2003 |
Farmer and solo parent dies leaving his three children alone to look after the farm. Vernon learns the ups and downs of starting a caravan holiday park. Sgt Raymond Craddock looking forward to Alf Ventress finding a home for the stray dog. Guest Stars: Robin Bowerman as Dick Arnold, Catherine Douglas as Katie Barnwell, Freda Dowie as Phyllis, Jill Johnson as Norma, Sue Parkinson as Cynthia Pilkington, Alexander Delamere as Peter Sampson, Kate Crossley as Meg Barnwell, Paddy Douglas as Robert Barnwell, Andrew Abrahams as Chairman of the Magistrates (as Andy Abrahams) |
| 231 | "Brought to Book" | 2 November 2003 |
Escaped prisoner joins PC Steve Crane hiking and camping group. Vernon makes a mistake doing business with a religious group. Guest Stars: Anita Carey as Babs Crane, Greg Haiste as Geoff, Berwick Kaler as Derek, Tanya Myers as Mrs. Bishop, Richard Riddle as Frank, David Allman as Shahrishi, John O'Neill as Carl Laxton, Eliza Bennett (2) as Joyce Jowett, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 232 | "State of Mind" | 9 November 2003 |
Strange things are happening to Mr. Barraclough. Vernon gets called onto jury while David has a very busy work schedule. Guest Stars: Emily Wright as Lucy, Hugh Walters as Mr. Jones, Bill Thomas as Clerk Of Court, Trevor Ray as William Barraclough, Joe Mills as Hobbs, Jeff Merchant as Sid, Georgie Glen as Sgt. Nokes, Hywel Simons as Mr. Monksby |
| 233 | "Down to Earth" | 22 February 2004 |
Anthrax is the only villain. Guest Stars: Brian Pettifer as Andrew McIntyre, Will Knightley as Mr. Manley, Jim McManus as Clive Formby, Cherith Mellor as Miss Stanton, Alan Ready as Tom, Georgie Glen as Sergeant Nokes, Carrie Davies as Hospital Sister |
| 234 | "Mountain and Molehills" | 29 February 2004 |
A young boy runs out into the path of a moving police car, his father blames the police, his sister gets pregnant, she blames it on a different officer, his mother seems normal. David comes up with a unique method of getting rid of moles; Lord Ashfordly is not impressed. Guest Stars: Daniel Hanbridge as Kev, Karen Henthorn as Glad Dibley, Katie Hodgson as Tracey Dibley, Scott Kay (1) as Paul Dibley, Crispin Layfield as Joyrider, Hugh Walters as Mr. Jones, Ted Robbins as Don Dibley, Tony Christian as Joyrider, Ben Elliot as Lenny Dibley, Adam Smethurst as Reporter, Barbara Bolton as Mrs. Kellett, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 235 | "The Dear Departed" | 7 March 2004 |
A coffin arrives on the train and moved to Aidensfield Garage with plans hoping to bury it in the local crematory. Guest stars: Robert Lonsdale as Wayne, Barry Jackson as Eli Parker, Howard Gay as Jackie Johnson, Giles Thomas as Taffy Evans, David Hounslow as John Peters, Andrew McGuire as Frankie, Colin Farrell (2) as Rev. Truscott, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner, Brian Protheroe as Ralph Laski, Amanda Harris as Eva Parker, Steven Elder as Jethro Woods, Martin Glynn Murray as Harry Walker |
| 236 | "Dangerous Whispers" | 14 March 2004 |
Phil gets a whisper that there is going to be an armed robbery in the area but misses out any more details as he is interrupted by a private phone call from Gina. The new accountant for Lord Ashfordly runs into a problem. Guest stars: Eamonn Riley as Clive Masters, Annette Bentley as Daisy Wilmott, Derek Hicks as Nat Wilmott, David Roper as Spooner, Sam Townend as Seth Ardwicke, Jack Deam as Jake Clarke, David Whittington as Wilf Langton, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 237 | "Scent of a Kill" | 21 March 2004 |
Accidents keep happening to Mrs. Simner but she claims they are not accidents. Vernon takes up the agency for some harmless grossly foul-smelling pest mover.
Guest stars: Trevor Ray as William Barraclough, Gillian Wright as Barbara Simner, Joanne Rowden as Julie Watson, Paul Kynman as Les, Jeff Rawle as Ken Simner, Jane Hazlegrove as Diane Crichard, Pete Ivatts as Gary Shaw, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 238 | "Daniel" | 28 March 2004 |
Gina and Phil's baby arrives two months prematurely. They name him Daniel Oscar, but just two days later, he tragically dies due to complications in the premature birth. Gina is devastated and Phil goes insane. He is convinced that a not-to-be-trusted man staying at the Aidensfield Arms is responsible as he pushed past Gina before she went into hospital. The man in question turns out to be behind a hostage situation at a house, which Phil intervenes and attacks the culprit as well as arresting him. Merton tells Phil to take a week off. Guest stars: Richard Heffer as Paediatric Doctor, Joanne Mitchell as Paediatric Nurse, Will Tacey (2) as Doctor, Caroline Strong as Midwife, Steve Ramsden as Robert Flint, Karl Haynes as Ian Stamper, Jane Hazlegrove as Diane Crichard, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 239 | "One Thing Leads to Another" | 4 April 2004 |
Phil and Gina are still devastated with the loss of their baby and Gina reckons things will never get back to normal and is too busy to see Phil. Meanwhile, Merton is shocked to find Jenny is involved in a dodge savings scheme, whilst Bernie, Vernon and David compete in a poetry writing contest.
Gueststars: Vanessa Rosenthal as Maud Boothroyd, Jimmy Reddington as Mayor, Paul Copley as Herbie Lloyd, Rebecca Charles as Kitty Sanders, Kevin Quarmby as Hugh Sanders, Jane Hazlegrove as Diane Crichard, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 240 | "No Hard Feelings" | 11 April 2004 |
Phil threatens an unfriendly man when he tries to chat Gina up in a beer tent at a clay pigeon shoot. Gina is too busy to spend any time with Phil and he becomes more unhappy. A man is shot by a sniper during the shoot and Phil vanishes. Crane begins a search for Phil and the police are not surprised when the sniper turns out to be someone who was never suspected.
Guest stars: Benedict Cumberbatch as Toby Fisher, Miranda Raison as Kate, Mark Dexter as Robert Emerson, Hermione Gulliford as Carol Emerson, James Bradshaw as Don, Ian Sharp as Kevin Clarke, Jane Hazlegrove as Diane Crichard, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 241 | "Difficult Times" | 18 April 2004 |
A diabetic runs into trouble. Just when Bernie takes an interest in Vernon's latest scheme it comes to an end. Guest stars: Stephen Critchlow as Leonard Parks, Beatrice Kelley as Mrs. Winstanley, Geoff Oldham as Coroner, Jo-Anne Stockham as Sarah Maclean, Julie Higginson as Ruth Dalbraith, Danny McGrath as Gareth Dodson, Julian Sims as Jack Maclean, Pete Ivatts as Gary Shaw, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 242 | "Nowhere Man" | 25 April 2004 |
The police entertain a man with amnesia hoping his memory might come back, the plot gets thicker. Destiny calls Vernon with a new product, but eavesdropping Bennie leads to find a good use for the product. Guest stars: Mark Lisbon as Mr. Walker, Emma Shaw (1) as Mrs. Walker, Andrew Dunford as Vince Edwards, Ian East as Nowhere Man/Martin Everett, Carrie Davies as Sister, Rupert Farley as Harry Blane |
| 243 | "Swansong" | 2 May 2004 |
Bernie and David are disturbed by Kevin Kelly's visit from Australia for his uncle's funeral. Sheep farmer Harry Pilbeam has his sheep shorn overnight. Alf Ventress is told that his retirement is overdue and it's time to put his feet up. He doesn't want to retire but Blaketon offers to help him solve the case of the shorn sheep. Guest Stars: Matthew Lewney as Bob Foxton, Tama Matheson as Kevin Kelly, David Ross as Harry Pilbeam, Lee Warburton as Richard Baxter, Gwyneth Powell as Shirley Baxter, Jim Millea as Eddie Butterton, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 244 | "Strangers on a Train" | 9 May 2004 |
A passenger on the train gets knocked out and pushed off the train. Vernon starts a yard for stray donkeys; any donations are welcome. PC Alf Ventress (ret) gets offered a job at the police station as a civilian day worker. Guest Stars: Calum Callaghan as Tommy, Rosemary Leach as Miss Plum, Nicholas Boulton as Duncan Harris, Osmund Bullock (1) as Colin Taylor, Rachel Spencer as Paula, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton, David Williams (4) as Station Master |
| 245 | "A Call to Arms" | 16 May 2004 |
Harry the retired policeman returns for a visit. Vernon gets an audit from Inland Revenue. Guest stars: Jonathan Cheetham as Rik's Housemate, John Moreno as Judge Yardley, Nicholas Gallagher as Lionel, Nick Bagnall as Rik, Barbara Bolton as Mrs. Kellett, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton, Sam Kelly as Harry Hawkswell |
| 246 | "Muck and Brass" | 23 May 2004 |
The annual street racing comes to the area again, more than the farmers have a grudge against it. Guest stars: Andrew Dunn as Eric Evans, Paul Goodwin as Geoffrey Smee, Gerard Kearns as Trevor Black, Gareth Thomas as Nathaniel Clegghorn, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 247 | "Double Trouble" | 30 May 2004 |
A house gets robbed and most of the items thrown out of a moving car. A solicitor wants to find twin bothers to pass on inheritance. Guest stars: Janet Greaves as Mrs. Weston, Lyn O'Hara as Mrs. Havers, Carolyn Lyster as Helen Aves, Ken Drury as Mr. Elder, Sue Wallace as Mrs. Elder, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton, James Ellis as Bagger/Winston Parker, Sadie Pickering as Cathy Elder |
| 248 | "Little Angels" | 6 June 2004 |
A man claims that his daughter is missing. Vernon claims he is a rodent eradicator, but he does not know David. Jenny's effort does not make a happy ending.
Guest stars: Mark Frost (2) as Keith Jarvis, Christopher Connel as Sam Turner, Karen Spicer as Mrs. Wilson, Joanne Dakin as Ruth, John Elkington as Council Official, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton, Joy Brook as Marie Jarvis, Smug Roberts as Wharton This is James Carlton's (PC Steve Crane's) last ever episode |
Series Fourteen (2004–2005)
| # | Title | Airdate | Overview |
|---|---|---|---|
| 249 | "Money, Money, Money" | 5 September 2004 |
PC Rob Walker rides into Aidensfield and investigates an arson attack at Clive Formby’s farm. However, Rob's investigation is threatened by his old rivalry with Oscar Blaketon, and Rob's past threatens to ruin his new position in the village. Meanwhile, Vernon is persuaded to babysit an old man for Dr Merrick, and develops a fondness for Shakespeare plays. Guest Stars: Richard Lintern as Ben Norton, Kevin Drury as Len Bowler, Paula Chapman as Sharon Buckley, Joe Renton as Craig Buckley, Geoffrey Bayldon as Gilbert Percy, Jim McManus as Clive Formby, Paul Hamilton as Ken Dixon, Joyce Kennedy as Mrs. Watson This is Jonathan Kerrigan's (PC Robert "Rob" Walker's) first episode |
| 250 | "Secrets and Lies" | 12 September 2004 |
Rob investigates a break-in at Jean and Derek Lester's cottage. However, he discovers nothing was actually taken. Investigating further, Rob and the team discover a number of people are being blackmailed in the village - including Alf's granddaughter. Can Rob connect three different cases to discover the culprit? Meanwhile, Vernon is hired by a publisher to advertise a new magazine. But when the publisher is declared bankrupt, Vernon finds himself in financial trouble. Guest Stars: Tara Moran as Susan Cramer, Olivia Jardith as Maria Dalton, David Ryall as Howard Dufton, Roger Walker as Barry Jones, Jonathan Newth as Derek Lester, Christine Anderson as Jean Lester, Philip Lightfoot as Ted Allen, Colin Edwynn as William Seaton, Mary Healey as Mrs. Neal |
| 251 | "Fakers and Frauds" | 19 September 2004 |
The police's reputation is at stake when burglaries appear to be being committed by one of their men. Vernon offers his art expertise to a painting party. Guest Stars: Lynda Rooke as Miss. Glenister, Patrick Connolly (1) as Vincent, Tom Lloyd-Roberts as Mr. Taylor, Tracey Booth as Celia Taylor, Kevin Williams (3) as Procter, John McGlynn as Lorenzo, Elizabeth Kelly as Mrs. Fry, Andrew Haslam as Costume Designer, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 252 | "The Happiest Day" | 26 September 2004 |
Blaketon is put in a compromising position when the police investigate a warehouse robbery he knows something about. David has a new hobby. Guest Stars: Philip Jackson as Brian Simpson, Harriette Quarrie as Cathy Simpson, Romolo Bruni as Mr Aldi, Trevor Byfield as Don Megson, Phil Smeeton as Collins, Glenn Doherty as Wright, Tom Oldham as Chris, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton, Sarah Guyler as Jill |
| 253 | "Hunter's Moon" | 3 October 2004 |
Merton has to call in CID when a farmer's body is found in suspicious circumstances. Vernon revives an old dance to impress the taxi licensing committee. Guest Stars: Hannah Gordon as Mrs. Barton, Jane Godber as Mrs Clegg, Joan Blackman as Mrs Fforbes-Hepplethwaite, Angela Curran as Joan, Kris Mochrie as Matthew Clegg, Nigel Collins as Derwent, Georgia Allen (1) as Miss Mackay, Phil Hearne as Les Thomas, Felicia Herrero-Berry as Lisa, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner This is Vanessa Hehir's (Rosemary "Rosie" Cartwright's) first episode |
| 254 | "Wrecked" | 10 October 2004 |
Bellamy is forced to confront painful memories when he becomes a target for misplaced revenge. Visiting relatives beset Lord Ashfordly. Guest Stars: Laurence Mitchell (1) as Richard Bryden, Jean Stevens as Mrs Baldock, Gary Dunnington as Jim Hunter, JoAnne Good as Jennifer, Roger Sloman as Sandy, Gary Whitaker as Keith Baldock, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 255 | "Say It with Flowers" | 17 October 2004 |
Some explosives are stolen from a local airfield, run by an air force war hero, and used in a burglary. David is gifted a rare flower by Edie Crompton to enter in the local flower show and Vernon sees a financial windfall may be possible. The plant then goes missing. Guest Stars: Don McCorkindale (1) as Pennington, Judith Davis as Edie Crompton, Andy Hockley as Brown, Avril Clark as Mrs Parker, Edward Kingham as DI Ron Ganley, Ken Campbell as Hector Plumpton, Tom Chadbon as Wing Commander Carstairs, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton, Carrie Davies as Sister Parry |
| 256 | "Precious Stones" | 31 October 2004 |
David becomes a local hero when he is embroiled in a jewellery robbery at Redwood House. Ben Norton is offered a job in Kenya by Charles Maltravers and asks Liz to go with him as his wife! On investigation the robbery is linked to a recently released felon and the jewellery re-surfaces but is actually fake. DI Shiner arrives and thinks David is involved in the robbery but the crime really has more to do with insurance fraud. Guest Stars: Paul Chapman as James Appleby, Carol Robb as Mrs Woolley, Robert Horwell as Shane Davis, Simon Williams as Colonel Maltravers, Lucy Fleming as Mrs Maltravers, Tam Williams as Charles Maltravers, Helen Longworth as Reporter, John Vine as Henderson, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 257 | "Buried Secrets" | 7 November 2004 |
A hermit on the Ashfordly Estate Don Tetley, who is known for hunting treasures with a metal detector, is found dead after he protests about a new shed being constructed on the estate on the site of an old convent. The Ashfordly Police investigate the suspicious death which is far from straightforward. Guest Stars: John Tams as Don Tetley, Andrew Barrow as Mick Spencer, Robert Wilfort as Gareth, Michael Attwell as Bob Ascott, Tracy Brabin as Sandra, Darryl Goddard as Ray, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton |
| 258 | "Stormy Weather" | 14 November 2004 |
A recently retired Police officer is killed when a tree falls on his car in a storm. He and his female companion appear to have been on their way to Spain. Dennis realises the companion is not his wife, but his sister in law. A large amount of money is found in the crashed car. |
| 259 | "Who's Sorry Now" | 21 November 2004 |
Dr. Helen Trent, who will be replacing Liz, arrives in Aidensfield. Jenny is flustered by her arrival and interest in the drug cupboard. Dennis asks Liz about Jenny's recent unusual behaviour. Some drugs are noticed missing and Liz is forced to report this to the Police. Jenny jumps to conclusions when questioned by Dennis about the missing drugs. Her ill health leads her to believe she is caught in a conspiracy created by those closest to her. Guest Stars: Robert Whelan as Mr Lloyd, Stacey Heywood as Lisa Burrows, David Crellin as DS Rankin, Conrad Nelson as Mr Lewis, William Snape as Jeff Lloyd, Oliver Montgomery as Matthew Trent, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner This is Sophie Ward's (Dr. Helen Trent's) first episode |
| 260 | "In Sickness and in Health" | 28 November 2004 |
Following Jenny's mental breakdown and hospitalization Dennis is forced to consider their future as she requires treatment at a hospital some distance from Ashfordly. The local bank manager Gordon Price's wife Angela goes missing and it becomes evident to Sgt. Merton that the local bank maybe a target for robbery. Liz and Ben's wedding day approaches and Liz asks Vernon to coordinate the event, with interesting results. The groom assists in foiling the robbery and gets to the church just in time. Guest Stars: David Woodcock as Vicar, Albert Welling as Dr. Lawson, Andrew Grainger as Carter, Jonathan Coy as Gordon Price, Emma Amos as Angela Price, Frances Carrigan as Fiona, Kevin Moore as Gerry Merrick, Oliver Montgomery as Matthew Trent, Richard Lintern as Ben Norton, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly This is Duncan Bell's (Sgt Dennis Merton's), Sarah Tansey's (Jenny Merton's) and Aìslin McGuckin (Dr. Liz Merrick's) last ever episode |
| 261 | "In the Bleak Midwinter" | 26 December 2004 |
Christmas episode: Young Aidensfield local Rachel Godwin leaves London with her baby after failing to give it up for adoption. She arrives in the village after hitch hiking with former rockers the Frankie Rio Trio, who are in a little trouble of their own. Rachel loses her baby and the trio end up as temporary carers. Vernon offers to help the band get a new record deal through their next show in Whitby. Rachel runs off a second time after a misunderstanding with the baby's father Adam and non-acceptance from both of their own fathers of their wish to marry. The band get lost on their way to the gig and with Rachel they all end up sheltering in a barn as the snow comes down. The annual Christmas concert is held in Aidensfield. Guest Stars: Rachel Davies as Jean Godwin, David Woodcock as Vicar, Ken Bones as Trevor Godwin, Jamie de Courcey as Adam Turner, Vicki Lee Taylor as Rachel Godwin, Ram John Holder as Danny Flowers, Allan Corduner as Gerard Lowe, Alan Price as Frankie Rio, Timothy Carlton as Brian Turner |
| 262 | "Blast from the Past" | 13 March 2005 |
David gets caught in the middle, as messenger, when Matthew Trent's mistress Louise Parry arrives in Aidensfield form London claiming to be pregnant. Helen finds out the relationship is still going on and throws her husband out. But Louise also dumps Matthew. PC Walker's father's criminal past causes trouble for him when some local robberies mean he crosses paths with the Gilbert's. Oscar counsel's Rob on his role as a 'copper'. PC Geoff Younger (Steven Blakely) suddenly has a desk at the police station, like he was introduced to the Heartbeat in an episode that was never made. Guest Stars: Will Norris as Eddie, Peter Lorenzelli as Charlie Gilbert, Kitty Scopes as Flo Forster, Oliver Montgomery as Matthew Trent, Pauline Jefferson as Miss Edgar, Rebecca Lacey as Louise Parry, Tony Pitts as Brian Gilbert, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner, Georgie Glen as Sergeant Nokes |
| 263 | "Icon" | 20 March 2005 |
Ventress puts his acting skills to the test when stolen Russian icons are smuggled into the area. Vernon is in trouble again when he and David train Alfred to hunt for truffles. Guest Stars: Joanne Farrell as Christine Norris, Nick Brimble as Ingmar Larsen, David Dickinson as Crispin Jones, Jake Canuso as Giovanni Viora, Sally George as Diane Calder, Nicholas Gleaves as Barry Calder, David Fleeshman as Captain Jorgan, Georgie Glen as Sergeant Nokes, Barbara Bolton as Mrs Kellett |
| 264 | "Golf Papa One Zero" | 27 March 2005 |
A new police sergeant receives a cool reception when he arrives from the city with big ideas. PC Walker is distracted by a young nurse from Ashfordly General. Guest Stars: Helena Calvert as Clare Owen, Andrew Cryer as Postman, Neil Alan Taylor as Lambert, Simon Lenagan (1) as PC Jimmy Yates, Daphne Oxenford as Enid Bakewell, Pete Ivatts as Gary Shaw This is John Duttine's (Sgt George Miller's) first episode |
| 265 | "The Long View" | 3 April 2005 |
PC Walker is tempted to bend the rules again when an old friend turns up with a proposition. But how much longer will Sergeant Miller put up with his rebellious streak? Guest Stars: Ken Anderson (1) as Tony Pointer, Jayne Ashbourne as Jackie Pointer, Amanda Fairclough as Mrs. Thwaites, Helena Calvert as Clare Owen, Geraldine Griffiths as Mrs. Sugden, Chris Brailsford as George Clarke, Benedick Blythe as Gavin Kennedy |
| 266 | "A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing" | 10 April 2005 |
Bellamy tries to win Miller's approval by going it alone and Vernon's prospects look bleak when the tax-man comes to town. Guest Stars: Helena Calvert as Clare Owen, James Weaver as Derek Ford, Tim Wylton as Vic Smalley, Stewart Howson as Ray Craven, Anthony Bessick as Mo Allsop, Steve Newton as Craven's Driver, Dave Dutton as Ticket Collector This is Geoffrey Hughes's (Vernon Scripps's) last episode as a regular |
| 267 | "Friends and Relations" | 17 April 2005 |
Rob has to re-evaluate his romance when his girlfriend's wild party ends in tragedy. David is delighted when a face from the past arrives in Aidensfield Guest Stars: Helena Calvert as Clare Owen, Stuart Hickey as Tim Kerr, Benedick Blythe as Gavin Kennedy, Clare Wille as Julie This is Gwen Taylor's (Peggy Armstrong) first ever episode |
| 268 | "Off the Rails" | 24 April 2005 |
Ashfordly Station is targeted by crooks stealing freight wagons with a rogue locomotive. Peggy prepares to rake in the profits as she fixes the local bowls tournament. Guest Stars: Martin Reeve as Kendrick, Helen Kay as Val, Randal Harley as Bickerstaff, Roy Barraclough as Station Master Roy Ellis, Tony Pritchard as Osbourne, David Anders as Colin, John Vernon (2) as Fergusson |
| 269 | "Rustlers and Hustlers" | 1 May 2005 |
Two small girls provide crucial information when they stumble across a scam whilst playing on the moors. Peggy's poker-playing forces Blaketon to take action. Guest Stars: Heidi-Jo Lister as Pattie Reilly, Sophie Carrigill as Sheila Rilley, Susan Tordoff as Mrs Rilley, Terence Beesley as Ned Hornby, Elizabeth Bennett (1) as Joyce Jowett, Michael Wardle as Fred Snape, Richard O'Callaghan as Ringer Redknapp, Bernard Wrigley as George Costello |
| 270 | "Duty of Care" | 8 May 2005 |
A young boy is shot at the Hall and Lord Ashfordly comes under investigation for employing child labour with his new estate manager Richard Bentham- but Bellamy discovers that the truth is rather more complex. Guest Stars: Christina Avery as Denny Jubb, Peter Amory as Richard Bentham, John McArdle as Nat Jubb, Kathy Jamieson as Hazel Jubb, Mark Fountain as Colin Poskitt, Dale Barker as Gary Snell, Joanna David as Caroline, Lisa Stevenson as Vanessa, Joanna Ward (2) as Caroline, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Barbara Bolton as Mrs Kellett |
| 271 | "Shadows from the Past" | 15 May 2005 |
Peggy sets aside her pitchfork for glamour in the hope of charming a wealthy widower. The local community is up in arms when a famous homicide case is reopened. Guest Stars: Rita May as Mrs Sneddon, Geoffrey Hutchings as Lionel Morris, Rita Davies as Flo Chorley, Jeremy Colton as Mr Syms, Andy Rashleigh as Jim Chorley, Graham Turner as Colin Sneddon, Anna Niland as Debra Finch |
| 272 | "Every Dog His Day" | 22 May 2005 |
Some young offenders staying at Ashfordly Hall are under suspicion following a series of disturbances. Blaketon and Ventress investigate the disappearance of a pet. Guest Stars: Howard Ward as Eric Grey, Tony Mooney as Donnie, Kirk Scargill as Alan Cameron, Geoffrey Hutchings as Lionel Morris, Graham Turner as Colin Sneddon, Anna Niland as Debra Finch, Rosemary Leach as Miss Dorothy Plum, Danny Tennant as Tommy, Trevor MacFarlane as Martin, Barbara Bolton as Mrs Kellett, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 273 | "Services Rendered" | 29 May 2005 |
A hit and run in Ashfordly turns out to be a deliberate attempt on the life of a local man- but who is looking for revenge. Meanwhile Peggy gets into hot water. Guest Stars: Paul Jibson as Derek Wallis, Sean Scanlan as Dennis Flowers, Samantha Beckinsale as Elsa Janner, Ron Donachie as Mr Gordon, Rowena Cooper as Nan Crossley, Jonathan Guy Lewis as Peter Roberts, Stephen Omer as Mr. Wilson, Sarah Kirkman as Susan Watts |
| 274 | "Bin Man" | 5 June 2005 |
Police are shocked when a severed hand is discovered in a bin outside the Aidensfield Arms. Elsewhere Bernie is confused when he is sure an intruder is stealing tools so he employs Blaketon to do some detective work. Guest Stars: Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner, Barbara Bolton as Mrs Kellett, Huw Ceredig as Cyril Williams, Sam Townend as Lennie Carter |
Series Fifteen (2005–2006)
| # | Title | Airdate | Overview |
|---|---|---|---|
| 275 | "A Fresh Start" | 11 September 2005 |
An infamous London gangster in Aidensfield to live a new life after prison but Sergeant Miller has other ideas. Peggy meanwhile starts a salmonella outbreak when her miracle chicken feed scam goes awry. Guest Stars: Mark Wingett as Terry Molloy, Scott Edmund Lane as Logman, Victor McGuire as Brian Parker |
| 276 | "The Devil You Know" | 2 October 2005 |
Alf goes undercover as a crook an inadvertently discovers worrying information regarding Sergeant Miller's ethics. Lord Ashfordly is looking for a new housekeeper. Guest Stars: Francis Magee as Ken Rawson, Eliza Bennett (2) as Joyce Jowett, Alan Ready as Bates, Daphne Oxenford as Enid Bakewell, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 277 | "Miller's Tale" | 9 October 2005 |
Sergeant Miller is in hot water when he is suspected of running over a bystander during a police chase. Love is in the air for Gina when she tries out a new hobby. Elsewhere Peggy is out for money after falling in a hole at Ashfordly Hall. Guest Stars: Jamie Lomas as Craig Harker, Michael Keogh as Andy, Joe Parry as Thommo, David Crellin as Inspector Harry Rankin, Victor McGuire as Brian Parker, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Murray Head as Jack Hollins, Michael Elwyn as Tony Bryce, Tim Brooke-Taylor as Ronnie Smethers |
| 278 | "Mastermind" | 16 October 2005 |
The villagers organise a bus trip to support Rob in the charity football tournament giving a gang of elderly crooks the chance for one last spectacular crime spree. David goes to jury service. Guest Stars: Bridget Turner as Lottie Ferguson, Timothy Bateson as Chalkie Black, Harry Towb as Hugo Cummins, Ralph Ineson as Tel Philips, George Cole as Albert Hallows, Penny Morrell as Mrs Roberts, James Horne (1) as Clerk of the Court, Marc Finn as Accomplice, James Quinn (1) as Foreman of the Jury |
| 279 | "Family Ties" | 23 October 2005 |
Euthanasia is suspected when one of Helen's patients dies unexpectedly. She and Robert try to keep their relationship a secret. David and Peggy meanwhile turn to strawberry rustling. Guest Stars: Judy Holt as Teresa Hackett, Duggie Brown as Tommy Davis, Freddie Jones (1) as Fred Braithwaite, Richard Huw as Simon Hackett, Ben Crompton as Matt Cartwright, James Lewis as Luke Cartwright, Madeleine Moffat as Betty Hackett |
| 280 | "The End of the Road" | 30 October 2005 |
An escaped killer is on the loose sending waves of panic through the village. Rob is on the case but he finds there is more at stake than he originally expected. David is devastated when Alfred passes away. Guest Stars: Peter Vaughan (1) as Mr. Andrews, Elizabeth Spriggs as Mrs. Andrews, Mark Letheren as Billy Andrews |
| 281 | "Picture This" | 6 November 2005 |
Sergeant Miller demands answers from Lord Ashfordly when a Manet is stolen. Peggy tries to convince a pair of bird enthusiasts that Aidensfield is home to a rare bird of prey. Guest Stars: Jacki Webb as Hilary Phelps, Philip Bowen as Alan Phelps, Simon Dutton as Sir George Broughton, Caroline Blakiston as Hildy Dressler, Geoffrey Banks (1) as Dieter Dressler, Murray Head as Jack Hollins, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 282 | "The Good Samaritan" | 13 November 2005 |
A couple are placed in a financial dilemma. Peggy manages to put the frighteners on a couple of travelling business men. Meanwhile Jack and Gina discover a dead body on the moors. Guest Stars: Connor McIntyre as Adam Lee, Kevin Brannagan as Joe Lee, Lisa Millett (1) as Alice Boaden, Paul Bown as John Boaden, Richard Hope as James Vincent, Michael Cochrane as Stephen Quinn, Paul Richard Jackson as Bert King, Josie Owen as Neighbour, Murray Head as Jack Hollins |
| 283 | "Blood Brothers" | 20 November 2005 |
Relationships and loyalties are tested to the utmost when a young friend of David's runs away from home. The Aidensfield Arms plays host to an art exhibition. Guest Stars: Chris Larner as Percy Downs, Gerda Stevenson as Mrs. Cameron, Susie Trayling as Brenda Wain, Tom Weston as Martin Wain, Bobby Ball as Mr. Turner, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Murray Head as Jack Hollins, Danny Webb as Vince Wain |
| 284 | "Burden of Proof" | 27 November 2005 |
Blaketon is horrified to discover that he is the prime suspect in a murder case after being tricked- it is up to the Ashfordly cops and Aidensfield to clear his name. Love meanwhile is in the air for PC Phil Bellamy. David & Peggy go into dog racing. Guest Stars: Tony Mooney as Donnie, Tim Paley as Pete, Barbara Durkin as Dolly Forde, Jeff Merchant as Arthur Bolton, Tim Brooke-Taylor as Ronnie Smethers, Dearbhla Molloy as Hetty Bolton, Linda Bassett as Beryl Palmer, Fiona Clarke (1) as Janet, Ian Kershaw as DI Snow, Murray Head as Jack Hollins, Josefina Gabrielle as Debbie Black, Lauren Drummond as Jane Black |
| 285 | "O Guilty Man" | 4 December 2005 |
Matthew Trent makes an official complaint about Rob Walker, who stayed overnight at Helen's when he should have been on duty, so David and others go looking for Mr. Scripps. A truck is involved in an accident after passing its MOT at Bernie's garage. Phil Bellamy is becoming increasingly smitten with Debbie. Guest Stars: Josefina Gabrielle as Debbie Black, Oliver Montgomery as Matthew Trent, Paul Loughran as Malcolm Fairchild, Jeannie Crowther as Mrs. Lennox, Bill Thomas as Mr. Lennox, Murray Head as Jack Hollins, Fine Time Fontayne as Neil Downing, Lisa Allen as Wendy Fairchild, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 286 | "Auld Acquaintance" | 18 December 2005 |
The police are on a high alert when a mysterious visitor arrives at Ashfordly Hall whilst a runaway boy causes trouble in Aidensfield. The fun starts when David becomes Father Christmas. Guest Stars: Luke Adamson as Keith Gledhill, Tom Georgeson as Mr. Daniels, Lee Booth as Brown, Josh Jenkins as Foster, Todd Carty as Ray Hallam |
| 287 | "Living with the Past" | 1 January 2006 |
Peggy digs out her birth certificate and is delighted to discover that she is of aristocratic descent. But Lord Ashfordly is finding it difficult to share the enthusiasm of this long-lost cousin. Blaketon and Ventress are forced to confront old demons when the murderer of their former colleague is released from prison. Guest Stars: Helen Longworth as Gwen Stoddard, Roger Bingham (1) as Jack Stoddard, Matthew Dunster as Dennis Stoddard, John Bowe as Henry Stoddard, Alison Swann as Hazel Machin, Stephen Hoyle as Peter Machin, Jacqueline Pilton as Betty Ancastle, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Josefina Gabrielle as Debbie Black, Anthony Schaeffer as Perkins |
| 288 | "Risky Business" | 8 January 2006 |
A local teenage lad with a bad reputation is in hot water after a series of arson attacks in the village. Jack uses his artistic skills while Peggy creates an eyesore. Guest Stars: Elaine Glover as Sylvia Galloway, Pete Ivatts as Bill Galloway, Barry Jackson as Jim Hobson, Kim Wall as Ray Pooley, Philip McGinley as Barry Dyson, Lynn Farleigh as Joan Dyson, Leslie Phillips as Denzil Witty, Josefina Gabrielle as Debbie Bellamy, Murray Head as Jack Hollins |
| 289 | "Hostage to Fortune" | 15 January 2006 |
A runaway heiress and her gangster boyfriend commit a series of armed robberies in the area as Helen is kidnapped to tend to a gunshot wound. Peggy and David organise a funnel while Mr. Scripps is away that does not go to plan. Guest Stars: Col Farrell as Vicar, Edward MacLiam as Rick Driscoll, Antonia Bernath as Lucy Bellman, Simon Molloy as DI Shiner, Murray Head as Jack Hollins |
| 290 | "Judgement Day" | 22 January 2006 |
Peggy is quids in when David's new radio picks up police broadcasts- but reporter Neil Downing does not share her delights. A QC is the target of mysterious attacks. Guest Stars: Paul Albertson as Ted Briscoe, Robin Ellis as Sir Richard Lonsdale, Patrick Cremin as Alan Morton, Fine Time Fontayne as Neil Downing, Gabrielle Drake as Lady Lonsdale, James Quinn (1) as Mr. Pulver |
| 291 | "Get Back" | 23 April 2006 |
Younger begs Rosie to teach him to drive, and Lord Ashfordly's behaviour changes after eating some of Peggy's mystery mushrooms. Guest Stars: Paul Copley as Malcolm Stainsby, Phyllis Logan as Diane Bell, Howard Marks as Steve, David Hargreaves as Ernie Bell, Edward Peel as Clifford Chappell, Gerda Stevenson as Mrs Cameron, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly |
| 292 | "Runners And Riders" | 30 April 2006 |
Lord Ashfordly's niece comes to stay after the breakdown of her marriage, but is devastated when her championship horse is stolen and held to ransom. Photography & PC Bellamy's step daughter do not go together. Guest Stars: Rupam Maxwell as Bryan McKay, Nolan Hemmings as Jamie Finn, Gabriella Dixon as Susan Black, Timothy Bentinck as Simon Farr, Matthew Crompton as Adam Sillitoe, Rupert Vansittart as Lord Ashfordly, Lauren Drummond as Jane Black |
| 293 | "Great Expectations" | 7 May 2006 |
Local farmer Colin loses all his worldly goods in an auction following his father's death as his estranged brother turns up acting suspiciously. David accidentally buys something at the auction that makes the plot thicker. Guest Stars: Daniel O'Grady as Andy Judd, Sean Blowers as Colin Judd, Damian Christian as Auctioneer's Man, Rosalind March as Rosemary Taylor, Nick Wilton as Derek Taylor, Richard Sinnott as Auctioneer, Josefina Gabrielle as Debbie Bellamy, Murray Head as Jack Hollins, Lauren Drummond as Jane Black |
| 294 | "Kith and Kin" | 14 May 2006 |
Rosie is worried when Bernie becomes the target of a series of mysterious and violent attacks. Helen's world is turned upside-down when a stranger from her past arrives. Peggy fiddles David's fishing contest. Guest Stars: Simon Ward as Maxwell Hamilton, Richie Gibson as Eddie Sawyer, Alan Williams (1) as Ed Sawyer, Kate Crossley as Meg Sawyer |
| 295 | "Wine and Roses" | 21 May 2006 |
Debbie Bellamy is under suspicion after a dead body is found in the river. Peggy and David are invaded by hippies, and Rob and Helen attempt to patch things up. Guest Stars: Rupert Young as Zak, Kate Robbins as Sheryl Cooper, Carole Nimmons as Mrs Headley, Elizabeth Bennett (1) as Joyce Jowett, Josefina Gabrielle as Debbie Bellamy, Murray Head as Jack Hollins, Lauren Drummond as Jane Black, Rosy Clayton as Landlady |
| 296 | "This Happy Breed" | 28 May 2006 |
Miller is delighted when his old army pal arrives in Aidensfield. Jack is jealous of the help and support that Gina gives Bellamy. Peggy keeps Phil's stepdaughters entertained. Guest Stars: Michael Brogan as Eric Bates, Pete Ivatts as Bill Galloway, Anthony Valentine as Mac MacKenzie, Joe Caffrey as Seth Mottram, Gabriella Dixon as Susan Black, Murray Head as Jack Hollins, Lauren Drummond as Jane Black |
| 297 | "Keeping Secrets" | 4 June 2006 |
Helen and Rob's wedding day arrives. The police are called in to deal with persistent noise complaints from a neighbour- but things soon take a nasty turn. Gina's painting does not bring a happy ending. Guest Stars: Christine Moore (1) as Carrie Stevens, Ann Bell as Grace Burton, Lauren Drummond as Jane Black, Murray Head as Jack Hollins, Bruce Alexander as Mr Stevens, James Midgeley as Mark Robson, Alice Selwyn as Pat Robson, Josefina Gabrielle as Debbie Bellamy, Basil Moss as Alexander Burton, Alan McMahon as Registrar, Joanna Riding as Ange Walker, Sally Walsh as Chrissy Walker |
| 298 | "The Dying of the Light" | 18 June 2006 |
A spate of sheep rustling has the police foxed. Helen is called in when an elderly woman is found dead in a river, as her son struggles to deal with the consequences. Peggy picks the brain of two eco-warrior newcomers who have built their own slurry-powered generator. Guest Stars: Dorothy Atkinson as Carol Parsons, Olga Grahame as Nan Parsons, Ian Burfield as Terry Parsons, Steve Garti as Len Hallett, Helen Lederer as Kath Harrison, Philip Bird as Norman Harrison, Colin Meredith as Frank Mirfield, Josefina Gabrielle as Debbie Bellamy |
| 299 | "Bad Company" | 2 July 2006 |
A local dance ends in disaster when a local girl is involved in a hit and run. When the prime suspect turns out to be the son of a notable local man, the heat is on Miller to find the real culprit. Frustrated by Peggy's Dickensian work ethic, David quits his job as a taxi driver and commences employment as an apprentice window cleaner. Guest Stars: Rebecca Atkinson as Hayley Felton, Nicholas Shaw as Alan Seddon, Claire Slater as Denise Bailey, Lisa Seddon as Sandra Proctor, Lloyd McGuire as Proctor, Bobby Ball as Topsy Turner, Philip York as Roy Seddon, Ryan Sampson as Paul Eyre |
| 300 | "Accidents Happen" | 2 July 2006 |
Things quickly get explosive when a prisoner is busted out of the Ashfordly cells to pilot a helicopter on a secret mission. Debbie starts acting suspiciously when a familiar face arrives in town. Rob is left devastated when a local boy avenges the death of his beloved dog. Peggy runs into trouble with her teeth. Guest Stars: Stephen Casey as Arthur Wilkes, Michael Lawrence (2) as Simon Jardine, Morgan Jones (2) as Terry Dene, Jonty Stephens as Rick Napier, Caroline Strong as Mrs Jardine, Josefina Gabrielle as Debbie Bellamy, Christopher Benjamin as Oliver Ridley, Lauren Drummond as Jane Black This is Sophie Ward's (Dr. Helen Trent's) last ever episode |
See also
- Heartbeat (series 1–5) list of episodes
- Heartbeat (series 6–10) list of episodes
- Heartbeat (series 16–18) list of episodes