Episode guide

Series 1
Fresh Fields
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Dish of the Day
Hester decides to spice up her marriage - but is surprised by the results. First episode of the 80s sitcom, starring Anton Rodgers and Julia McKenzie.
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Middle-Age Dread
William is put under pressure when Hester sets out to prove she is not too old to start a new career. Comedy, starring Anton Rodgers and Julia McKenzie.
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Hook, Line and Sink Her
William makes plans to relax on a day's fishing. However, Hester and her mother want to join him, and he fears their presence will jeopardise the trip's success.
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The Naked Truth
William and Hester entertain a client from the Middle East. Comedy, starring Anton Rodgers and Julia McKenzie.
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Des Det Res
William and Hester debate whether to cut property costs by moving to a smaller home. Comedy, starring Anton Rodgers and Julia McKenzie.
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Something in the Oven
Hester's on edge as unmarried daughter Emma announces she's expecting a baby and news reaches her that a food critic will be in Lucy's kitchen.
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Series 2
Fresh Fields
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A Night to Remember
William organises a wedding anniversary getaway and surprises Hester by taking her back to the hotel where he first proposed - but an even bigger surprise awaits.
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A Brief Encounter
William believes Hester's fencing instructor and known Lothario has developed romantic feelings for her. Hester sees no cause for alarm - until she drops her guard.
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Alright on the Night
Hester gets roped into organising the church bazaar and concert while William plans to escape it all by going fishing for the day. But then a performer calls in sick.
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In the Spring
When she hears of a scandalous local affair, Hester decides to change the names of those involved and write it up as a bestseller, though William is dismayed by the idea.
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Business Contacts
William's secretary calls in sick, so Hester volunteers to run the office in her place - and has to think fast when an important new client shows up.
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Get Me to the Church
With Emma's wedding preparations in full swing, William and Hester prepare to meet their new jet-setting in-laws. What could possibly go wrong?
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Series 3
Fresh Fields
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Do It Yourself
Hester decides to call in the experts to deal with redecorating - but her choice is less than ideal. Comedy, starring Anton Rodgers and Julia McKenzie.
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A Waiting Game
William is roped in as a waiter for Hester's latest business venture, a catering company. Comedy, starring Anton Rodgers and Julia McKenzie.
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Moveable Feasts
It's an episode of high farce for Hester, who delivers meals on wheels to one of Sonia's old ladies but gets lost, collides with a policeman and causes a traffic jam.
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Alarums and Excursions
Hester looks to the future when a fortune teller promises money, travel and a secret admirer - but will her dreams really come true?
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Crossed Lines
Hester decides to stand for election to the local residents' association and enlists William to help with her speech - but an attractive rival jeopardises her plans.
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Tipping the Scales
Hester decides it's high time the couples lost a few pounds, but her diet plans don't appeal to William's taste - especially when alcohol is also restricted.
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A Dickens of a Christmas
Emma has to rearrange her plans for the festive period, leaving Hester and William wondering who'll help them consume all the extra food and drink they've bought.
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Series 4
Fresh Fields
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A Nose For Trouble
Hester is frustrated by William's snoring, and looking after a neighbour's pet - a dog called Randy - adds to her problems. Stephanie Cole guests.
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Happy Returns
The couple return from a second honeymoon in Italy, but there is trouble ahead when lingerie is found in William's case. Meanwhile, Guy and Nancy make a big announcement.
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The Old Folks at Home
Hester decides the community needs an old folks' home, and takes her fight to the local council, including a devious plan to get them onside.
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Takes Two to Tango
Hester thinks William has been unfaithful when he comes home from work reeking of perfume, despite his protestations of innocence.
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Life Is Full of Ups and Downs
Hester plans a trip to France to help ease William's worries, but having to check into a hotel when their return trip is called off wasn't part of the deal.
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Caught in the Act
William and Hester devise an escape plan when Emma's overbearing in-laws invite themselves over to dinner and to stay the weekend.
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Brighton or Bust
Hester joins a sponsored cycle race to Brighton in aid of the RSPCA, but risks finishing up in worse shape than most of the animals she is trying to help.
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One Damned Ming After Another
Hester's love of Trivial Pursuit, judo and her valuable Chinese vase combine to give a burglar a shock reception.
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