Despite the Major's departure under a cloud, Daphne finds it hard to accept Sam as a silver lining.

Daphne prepares for the Major's appointment at the police station, blissfully unaware of Sam's appointment at the zoo.

Daphne tries to come to terms with the scales of crocodiles and justice.

Nick's career could be taking off, but where does that leave unemployed Angie?

Daphne thought that life couldn't get any worse. But a phone call proves it can.

Daphne's fears are confirmed when a trip to the coast finds her all at sea with Sam.

Daphne rejects Sams's advice and returns to Cheltenham to find wisdom from a more reliable source.

Much to Daphne's delight, Sam has packed up taxidermy, but to her disgust has taken up with Rhonda, their next-door neighbour. Angie is becoming successful as a model and Nick is pursuing a career as a photo-journalist.

Sam's friendship with Rhonda is growing and Nick is determined to continue photographing the family for his article. In the meantime Daphne is playing emotional games.

Sam and Daphne discover a new kind of friendship, creating a problem for Sam and Rhonda. Nick is concerned about Rob and Angie but is still determined to go through with his article.

Sam, having arranged a surprise for Daphne, is disappointed to discover she is not free. Worried, he decides to find out why.

Nanny Parker's invitation to lunch in Cheltenham includes Sam. The visit goes very well - but not the journey back to London.