List of Hi-de-Hi! episodes
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This is an episode list for the BBC television sitcom Hi-de-Hi! by Jimmy Perry and David Croft broadcast between 1 January 1980 and 30 January 1988.
[edit] Pilot (1980)
- Hi de Hi (1 Jan 80) (40mins) Produced and Directed by David Croft
(some repeat showings have been edited down into a standard 30 minute version) Tired of academia, Cambridge University Archaeology Professor Jeffrey Fairbrother heads for Maplin's Holiday Camp, where he is to be the new Entertainments Manager, a job he looks forward to with idealised optimism. Meanwhile, Camp Host Ted Bovis instructs new recruit, Camp Comedian Spike Dixon, in how to succeed at Maplins - by getting laughs, getting girls, and fleecing the campers.
[edit] Series One (1981)
1) Desire In The Mickey Mouse Grotto (26 Feb 81) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- A teenage girl (Gillian Taylforth) pursues Jeffrey Fairbrother, much to the jealousy of Gladys Pugh and the annoyance of her parents.
2) The Beauty Queen Affair (5 Mar 81) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- Jeffrey is placed in a difficult situation when he ignores a camper's bribery attempt to ensure his daughter wins the Holiday Princess competition, but she wins anyway.
3) The Partridge Season (12 Mar 81) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Mr Partridge takes a day off from his duties, relaxing in his chalet with a bottle or three of Scotch.
4) The Day Of Reckoning (19 Mar 81) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- A honeymooning couple are not what they seem, and the entertainments staff get caught up in their illegal activities.
5) Charity Begins At Home (26 Mar 81) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Ted's latest scheme to extract money from the campers doesn't quite go to plan. Meanwhile, an old couple (previously seen in the Pilot Episode) make a return visit to Maplins.
6) No Dogs Allowed (2 Apr 81) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Jeffrey is engaged in a custody battle with his estranged wife - over a dog.
[edit] Series Two (1981–1982)
1) If Wet - In The Ballroom (29 Nov 81) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- A run of wet weather - with more forecast - means the entertainment staff must come up with ever more creative ways of keeping the campers entertained.
2) Peggy's Big Chance (6 Dec 81) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Jeffrey Fairbrother persuades a visitor from Head Office to interview Peggy for her dream job of Maplin's Yellowcoat.
3) Lift Up Your Minds (13 Dec 81) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Convinced that campers can appreciate more intellectual art and entertainment alongside Knobbly Knees competitions, Jeffrey Fairbrother introduces lunchtime record recitals.
4) On With The Motley (20 Dec 81) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Ted has a chance of fame when he's hired as a late replacement at an uptown show for a fellow comedian and it's rumoured that talent scouts from Opportunity Knocks will be in the audience.
5) A Night Not To Remember (27 Dec 81) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- A series of unfortunate events leads Jeffrey to consume rather more alcohol than he intended, and he needs an escort back to his chalet. Meanwhile, Gladys has an admirer.
6) Sausages Or Limelight (3 Jan 82) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Spike proposes to his girlfriend, but her father wants him to quit showbusiness and join his butcher's empire if they marry. Which is the path to happiness and success?
[edit] Series Three (1982)
1) Nice People With Nice Manners (31 Oct 82) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Yvonne and Barry Stuart-Hargreaves plan a tasteful party in their chalet, but things start to go wrong after they ask Peggy to deliver the invitations.
2) Carnival Time (7 Nov 82) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- The Entertainments Staff are busy making plans for their float in Crimpton-on-Sea's annual carnival parade when the Dean of Jeffrey Fairbrother's college arrives to pursuade him to return to the University.
3) A Matter Of Conscience (14 Nov 82) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Joe Maplin has coveted an empty plot of land next to the camp for years, hoping to extend the camp someday, so when plans to build a hospital on the site are revealed in the local newspaper, he orders the Entertainments Staff to act. However, not everyone is happy to go along with his plans.
4) The Pay-Off (21 Nov 82) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Still determined to get his hands on the plot of land, Joe Maplin sends a parcel of money to Jeffrey Fairbrother, with instructions to bribe local councillors. Meanwhile, Fred Quilley's favourite horse is in need of the vet.
5) Trouble And Strife (28 Nov 82) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- Ted's ex-wife turns up at the camp, threatening Ted with jail if he doesn't pay the alimony payments he's missed. Ted decides it's time to put his best tricks for fiddling the campers into practice.
6) Stripes (5 Dec 82) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- A letter from Joe Maplin results in a dressing-down for most of the Entertainments Staff - except Gladys, whom he decrees should be in charge of the other Yellowcoats. Resentment ensues when Gladys decides to wear her rank on her sleeve.
[edit] Series Four (1982–1983)
1) Co-Respondent's Course (12 Dec 82) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- The Honourable Max Tewkesbury wants to marry Jeffrey's estranged wife, and turns up at Maplins to persuade Jeffrey to give her grounds for divorce, but Jeffrey's not so enthusiastic.
2) It's A Blue World (19 Dec 82) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Ted's latest money-making scheme involves some 'adult' films and the use of the Laughing Cow Milk Bar after hours, unaware that the Yellowcoats are planning a party at the same venue.
3) Eruptions (26 Dec 82) (45mins) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- A new mechanical exhibit in the ballroom causes problems for the Entertainments Staff, so they decide to take matters into their own hands.
4) The Society Entertainer (2 Jan 83) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- New campers - a widow and her attractive daughter - turn Spike's head and he's suddenly changing his act to include 'more sophisticated' material, much to Ted's disappointment.
5) Sing You Sinners (9 Jan 83) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- When the local vicar announces he will no longer lead Sunday services at the camp due to Joe Maplin's increasingly bizarre suggestions, the Entertainments Staff attempt to fill the gap.
6) Maplin Intercontinental (16 Jan 83) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- Joe Maplin announces his plans to open a camp in the Bahamas, which will be staffed with the best Yellowcoat from each of his existing camps.
7) All Change (23 Jan 83) Produced by David Croft, Directed by John Kilby
- When Barry and Yvonne announce they are splitting up, and Joe Maplin sends Joan Wainwright, Controller of Yellowcoats (Cheryl Murray), down to inspect the staff, Jeffrey has to re-allocate chalets as Peggy gets some wild ideas about what's really going on.
[edit] Series Five (1983–1984)
1) Concessions (27 Nov 83) Produced and Directed by John Kilby, Executive Producer David Croft
- Ted and Mr Partridge sneaks out to perform at a Chamber of Commerce dinner in Crimpton-on-Sea, taking Peggy along to earn some extra money waitressing. But Peggy overhears something that could have major repercussions for Joe Maplin and the staff back at the camp.
2) Save Our Heritage (4 Dec 83) Produced and Directed by John Kilby, Executive Producer David Croft
- Joe Maplin's latest plans for expansion are being held up by a widow living in an old thatched cottage nearby. The Entertainments Staff join forces to thwart Joe Maplin's plans to force her out and demolish the cottage.
3) Empty Saddles (11 Dec 83) Produced and Directed by John Kilby, Executive Producer David Croft
- Deeply upset by Joe Maplin's plans to dispose of his horses, Fred Quilley devises a plan which leaves him with more than he bargained for.
4) The Marriage Settlement (18 Dec 83) Produced and Directed by John Kilby, Executive Producer David Croft
- Jeffrey Fairbrother's wife visits the camp to discuss their forthcoming divorce.
5) The Graven Image (8 Jan 84) Produced and Directed by John Kilby, Executive Producer David Croft
- Joe Maplin installs a statue of himself in each of his holiday camps, but the unveiling of the Crimpton-on-Sea camp's statue isn't quite the dignified occasion that convention demands.
6) Peggy's Pen Friend (15 Jan 84) Produced and Directed by John Kilby, Executive Producer David Croft
- Peggy is due to meet her pen-friend for the first time. When the Entertainments Staff discover he's a middle-aged (or quite possibly older) man, they fear for her welfare, but Peggy is determined to enjoy a romantic time.
7) The Epidemic (22 Jan 84) Produced and Directed by John Kilby, Executive Producer David Croft
- A Chad craze breaks out at the camp, leading Ted to concoct a bizarre tale to encourage the campers to help clean up the graffiti. Barry's efforts to help the clearup result in a back injury, leading Yvonne to call on an old dancing partner to step into his shoes.
[edit] Series Six (1984)
1) Together Again (3 Nov 84) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- It's Spring 1960, and the Entertainments Staff make their way back to Crimpton-on-Sea for the new season.
2) Ted At The Helm (10 Nov 84) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- With no sign of Jeffrey Fairbrother, Ted takes charge of the Entertainments Staff.
3) Opening Day (17 Nov 84) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- It's the first day of the season, and the Entertainments Staff prepare to greet the season's first campers down at the station.
4) Off With The Motley (24 Nov 84) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- Peggy gets the offer of a promotion, but it's not the one she wanted.
5) Hey Diddle Diddle, Who's On The Fiddle? (1 Dec 84) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- Has Clive Dempster been given the job as Entertainments Manager to spy on the staff's disreputable antics?
6) Raffles (25 Dec 84) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- Ted wants to sell his broken-down old car, currently languishing in the stables. As it can't be driven out, he needs to be creative, and luckily Clive's car is of an identical model and colour....
[edit] Christmas Special (1985)
- The Great Cat Robbery (25 Dec 85) (60mins) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- Peggy and the Yellowcoats read about the demise of a famous cat-burglar, who stayed on the camp the previous summer. The police have still to find some of his ill-gotten gains and are offering a reward - did he hide them on the camp?
[edit] Series Seven (1986)
1) It's Murder (5 Jan 86) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- As Mr Partridge's behaviour gets increasingly out of hand, protests ensue from the campers while Barry and Yvonne start a petition to get him sacked. However things take a turn for the worse following the masked ball.
2) Who Killed Mr Partridge? (12 Jan 86) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- The Entertainments Staff gather in the staff room in the early hours as the mystery of Mr Partridge's fate unfolds.
3) Spaghetti Galore (19 Jan 86) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- It's Gladys' birthday, and the staff plan a surprise dinner at Tony's Trattoria, but they're not the only ones.
4) A Lack Of Punch (26 Jan 86) Produced by David Croft, Directed by David Croft and Robin Carr
- The Entertainments Staff pitch in to provide entertainment for the younger campers in the absence of Mr Partridge.
5) Ivory Castles In The Air (9 Feb 86) Produced by David Croft, Directed by David Croft and Robin Carr
- Corporate sponsorship rears its head at Maplins as the Yellowcoats compete to find the Fluorabrite Couple Of The Year, while Clive has a proposition for Gladys.
6) Man Trap (16 Feb 86) Produced by David Croft, Directed by David Croft and Robin Carr
- In the aftermath of the Fluorabrite Couple Of The Year competition, the truth takes a back seat to Joe Maplin's quest for publicity.
[edit] Series Eight (1986)
1) Pigs Might Fly (8 Nov 86) Produced by David Croft, Directed by Robin Carr
- Barry has left Yvonne, who is distraught and refuses to leave her chalet. Gladys decides the only answer is to call on Julian Dalrymple-Sykes, her partner of yesteryear.
2) The New Broom (15 Nov 86) Produced by David Croft, Directed by Robin Carr
- Alec Foster, the new Camp Controller (Ewan Hooper) arrives on camp, and woe betide anyone who displeases him.
3) Orphan Of The Storm (22 Nov 86) Produced by David Croft, Directed by Robin Carr
- Alec Foster continues to dominate life at the camp, with Peggy suffering the brunt of his bullying ways.
4) God Bless Our Family (6 Dec 86) Produced by David Croft, Directed by Robin Carr
- Clive's Aunt and Uncles arrive at the camp, intent on making him see sense and return to Dempster Hall.
5) Only The Brave (13 Dec 86) Produced by David Croft, Directed by Robin Carr
- The staff take a late-night trip to the cinema to celebrate April's birthday, but Gladys falls asleep during the film.
[edit] Christmas Special (1986)
- September Song (27 Dec 86) (45mins) Produced and Directed by David Croft
- Ted falls for a young woman holidaying with her parents, and the two plan to form a musical act together.
[edit] Christmas Special (1987)
- Tell It To The Marines (26 Dec 87) (45mins)
- Ted's boasting to the visiting Royal Marines leads to a showdown over the Marines' assault course between the Marines and the Yellowcoat men.
- Produced and Directed by David Croft
[edit] Series Nine (1988)
1) Marry Go Round (2 Jan 88) Produced and Directed by Mike Stephens, Executive Producer David Croft
- Spike worries that being in love is eroding his comic abilities, but asking Gladys for advice only complicates matters further.
2) The Perils Of Peggy (9 Jan 88) Produced and Directed by Mike Stephens, Executive Producer David Croft
- Peggy tries to smooth the path to happiness of the various romantic entanglements at Maplins.
3) Let Them Eat Cake (16 Jan 88) Produced and Directed by Mike Stephens, Executive Producer David Croft
- The Entertainments Staff prepare to stage their French Revolution Tableau on the pool, but the rehearsals don't bode well for a successful show.
4) Wedding Bells (23 Jan 88) Produced and Directed by Mike Stephens, Executive Producer David Croft
- It's Gladys & Clive's wedding day, if they can make it to the church without mishap or unwanted guests.
5) The Wind Of Change (30 Jan 88) Produced and Directed by Mike Stephens, Executive Producer David Croft
- The end of the season is in sight when Dawn is taken ill with appendicitis, so the Entertainments Staff must find a replacement for her themselves. However, the final week sees a visit from Alec Foster, who has an announcement that will change the careers of everyone at Maplins.
