Last of the Summer Wine_
"The BBC's longest running comedy series."
Unencumbered by wives, jobs or any other responsibilities, three senior citizens who've never really grown up explore their world in the Yorkshire Dales. They spend their days speculating about their fellow townsfolk and thinking up adventures not usually favored by the elderly. Last of the Summer Wine premiered as an episode of Comedy Playhouse in 1973. The show ran for 295 episodes until 2010. It is the longest running comedy Britain has produced and the longest running sitcom in the world.
Created By
Roy Clarke
Network
BBC One
Episodes
269
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Last of the Summer Wine has 31 seasons with 269 episodes spanning 1973-2010.
Year context
Last of the Summer Wine first aired 53 years ago in 1973.
CAST (16)
Peter Sallis
Clegg
Frank Thornton
Truly
Jane Freeman
Ivy
Jean Fergusson
Marina
Robert Fyfe
Howard
Juliette Kaplan
Pearl
Sarah Thomas
Glenda
Jean Alexander
Auntie Wainwright
Mike Grady
Barry
Brian Murphy
Alvin
Burt Kwouk
Entwistle
Tom Owen
Tom
Christopher Beeny
Morton Beemish
Russ Abbot
Hobbo
Josephine Tewson
Miss Davenport
Barbara Young
Stella
SEASONS (31 seasons, 269 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Of Funerals and Fish (pilot)
Norman Clegg visits his late wife's grave on the anniversary of her death, then he reunites with his friends Compo Simmonite and Cyril Blamire and…
02
Short Back And Palais Glide
The trio pays a visit to the barbers where they talk about the war, marriage, local women, and the frequent rows that exist between couples.…
03
Inventor Of The 40-Foot Ferret
Clegg and Blamire try to convince Compo to step inside a church. Then they talk about the existence of God, miracles and the possibility of…
04
Pâté And Chips
The trio visits a stately home, but naturally have some problems with Compo's messy ways.
05
Spring Fever
Spring's coming and Compo is once again suffering from spring fever, so he sets off to find the perfect companionship for him. He ends up…
06
The New Mobile Trio
Thinking they need a faster way to travel through the hills, Clegg convinces the others to buy a car. They end up with an old…
07
Hail Smiling Morn Or Thereabouts
With a new camera in hands, the trio spends the day trying to find interesting things to photograph.
SEASON 2
01
Forked Lightning
After Clegg suffers a little incident with his bicycle it's up to the trio to find someone to mend it.
02
Who's That Dancing With Nora Batty Then?
Gloria, a friend of Nora Batty is emigrating to Australia. It's up to the trio to find a piano for her surprise farewell party.
03
The Changing Face Of Rural Blamire
Thinking they have too much free time on their hands, the trio decides to find some kind of occupation. They come across a dodgy bankrupt…
04
Some Enchanted Evening
When Wally Batty threatens to leave home, Compo sees it as a perfect opportunity to move in with Nora Batty, so he does everything possible…
05
A Quiet Drink
The trio tries to persuade a tight-fisted man to buy a round of drinks, for which they concoct a very peculiar plan.
06
Ballad For Wind Instruments And Canoe
The trio comes across a canoe, and it seems it's time for a little expedition up the river. Of course, with Blamire in charge they…
07
Northern Flying Circus
Compo takes up motorcycling, much to the surprise of Blamire and Clegg.
SEASON 3
01
The Man From Oswestry
Compo is bored. Since Cyril Blamire left for Oswestry, to live with a woman, things have been a bit too calm for him in town.…
02
Mending Stuart's Leg
Mr Wainwright is back in town, and quickly throws the trio out of the library. The trio goes back to the cafe, where Ivy is…
03
The Great Boarding House Bathroom Caper
The trio takes takes a little holiday in Scarborough, but what's the deal with Compo's cardboard box?
04
Cheering Up Gordon
When the trio notices Compo's nephew Gordon is depressed, they come up with various ways of cheering him up.
05
The Kink In Foggy's Niblick
When Foggy discovers his old golf clubs in the attic of his home, he takes Compo, Clegg and Sid for a little practice of "the…
06
Going To Gordon's Wedding
It's Gordon's wedding day and, as always, problems are near. this time they appear with a face and a name: Big Malcolm. As always it's…
07
Isometrics And After
Foggy decides Compo and Clegg are not as fit as they should be. The path back to physical fitness is isometrics-or is it? Maybe... not.
SEASON 4
01
Ferret Come Home
When one of Compo's ferrets escapes and takes residence in Nora's house, it's up to Wally Batty to get it back safely.
02
Getting On Sydney's Wire
Sid's plan to install a new bell for the cafe door is doomed from the moment he asks for the help of the trio.
03
Jubilee
Keen to celebrate the Silver Jubilee, Foggy decides the trio should have their own float.
04
Flower Power Cut
Some people talk to trees, but Clegg is serenading flowers in the cafe...
05
Who's Made A Bit Of A Splash In Wales Then?
Foggy visits a lady friend in Wales, but trouble is soon at the door when Compo and Clegg go after him.
06
Greenfingers
The British vegetable is in deterioration due to a lack of good honest "muck" - where can the trio get hold of good fresh vegetables?
07
A Merry Heatwave
Nora's brother is near to death and not likely to see another Christmas. So Foggy decides to re-create an old-fashioned Christmas-in the middle of a…
08
The Bandit From Stoke-On-Trent
When "laugh a minute" Amos Hames, who toured Europe during the 1940's returns to town after many years, suspicions arise about the reason for his…
SEASON 5
01
Full Steam Behind
Foggy takes Compo and Clegg on a nostalgic trip to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.
02
The Flag And Its Snag
Foggy has a vision to put a flag in a prominent place on the great British landscape - but first he needs a flag and…
03
The Flag And Further Snags
Foggy collects his flag and achieves his vision. His dream is achieved.
04
Deep In The Heart Of Yorkshire
When Sid and Wally are seen disappearing into the woods, their wives wonder what they're up to.
05
Earnshaw Strikes Again
Anyone criticising Yorkshire is rousing old Yorkshire ghosts - Clegg for one is very superstitious, so he doesn't want to wake up old ghosts.
06
Here We Go Into The Wild Blue Yonder
Compo contemplates the sport of hang-gliding. Nora gets Wally to take her out for a meal.
07
Here We Go Again Into The Wild Blue Yonder
Compo gets his hang-glider-courtesy of Wally Batty.
SEASON 6
01
In The Service Of Humanity
After a close encounter with an emergency, Foggy decides to go into the rescue business, all in the service of humanity, of course.
02
Car And Garter
Compo enters a car race to impress Nora. Will Wesley's old banger ever start?
03
The Odd Dog Men
Foggy's latest scheme to earn some money appears when he discovers that there's good money to be made by walking other people's pets around town.
04
A Bicycle Made For Three
Foggy convinces his companions to design a bicycle that fits each of their personalities.
05
One Of The Last Few Places Unexplored By Man
Compo wants to take a photo. Problem is... he wants it taken in Nora Batty's bedroom.
06
Serenade For Tight Jeans And Metal Detector
When Clegg buys a metal detector, it's off to the hills to look for treasure.
07
From Wellies To Wetsuit
Compo buys a wet suit from Sid and decides to take up water skiing.
SEASON 7
01
The Frozen Turkey Man
Compo convinces a barmaid that Foggy is an eccentric millionaire.
02
The White Man's Grave
Wally is fed up with Nora's constant nagging so Compo, Clegg and Foggy devise a plan to get him out of the house for a…
03
The Waist Land
Foggy finds there's money to be made selling food to the desperate inhabitants of a local health farm.
04
Cheering up Ludovic
Ludovic has bought a new van and to cheer him up Clegg is given the job of test driving it.
05
The Three Astaires
The trio volunteer at a church concert party.
06
The Arts of Concealment
Trying to camouflage himself, Foggy upsets a group of cyclists. Compo also upsets someone over the state of his trousers
SEASON 8
01
The Mysterious Feet of Nora Batty
Foggy says Nora has big feet, thus upsetting Compo, so they set out to find out whether it is true or not.
02
Keeping Britain Tidy
A discarded mattress sets Foggy on a campaign to clean up the countryside.
03
Enter The Phantom
Compo turns into daredevil motorcycle rider "The Phantom" to prove to Nora that he is brave.
04
Catching Digby's Donkey
The trio set about the near impossible task of catching a stubborn donkey.
05
The Woollenmills of Your Mind
Compo enters the local marathon in order to impress Nora.
06
Who's Looking After the Cafe Then?
Ivy has to leave the cafe for the afternoon. Can she leave it in the capable hands of Foggy Dewhirst?
SEASON 9
01
Why Does Norman Clegg Buy Ladies' Elastic Stockings?
Clegg has to deliver a note to Marina in the supermarket. Can Seymour invent something highly original to justify all the security?
02
The Heavily Reinforced Bottom
A rotting old boat is made to float... sometimes most unsuccessfully.
03
Dried Dates And Codfanglers
Why has Compo just thrown something of great sentimental value into Seymour's pond?
04
The Really Masculine Purse
After Compo claims that any man who uses a purse is effeminate, Seymour tries to invent a strictly masculine purse.
05
Who's Feeling Ejected Then?
Will Seymour's car safety device really make him rich and famous? His "guinea pig" may not agree.
06
The Ice-cream Man Cometh
Remember when you could buy ice cream from the man on the tricycle? This episode will refresh your memories for sure.
07
Set The People Free
The trio devise a plan to "spring" Howard and Wally for a few hours of freedom.
08
Go With The Flow
It's rather difficult selling tickets for the church's Beatrix Potter evening - until someone comes up with an idea to set Compo scurrying.
09
Jaws
Seymour insists Edie must be up to date with his latest design in waste disposal.
10
Edie And The Automobile
Edie learns to drive, so obvious disaster is expected.
11
Wind Power
How can Seymour harness the power of the wind for the benefit of mankind? Once again, Compo is the test pilot.
12
When You Take A Good Bite, Yorkshire Tastes Terrible.
Old chum Bill Henry dies in America, which prompts Clegg to take Compo and Seymour on a sentimental journey.
SEASON 10
01
The Experiment
Compo wonders why all the blood rushes to his head when he's turned upside down. Seymour sets out to discover why.
02
The Treasure Of The Deep
Is the piece of silver fished out of the canal really a thief's haul? Is there more where it came from?
03
Dancing Feet
Compo's feet hurt - but why go to visit "The Witch" for a cure?
04
That Certain Smile
A visit by a much-loved pet seems the only way to bring a smile to Clem's face during a spell in hospital.
05
Downhill Racer
Seymour tries to prove that skiing is more than just a winter sport for the rich.
06
The Day Of The Welsh Ferret
The trio attend a funeral.
SEASON 11
01
Come Back, Jack Harry Teesdale
Is Jack Harry's cumbersome caravan wrecking his marriage? Seymour seems to think so, so he drags in Compo and Clegg to lend a hand.
02
The Kiss And Mavis Poskitt
Clegg could be the answer to a lonely widow's prayer! Meanwhile, who is kissing who?
03
Oh Shut Up And Eat Your Choc-Ice
The trio examines a haystack, resulting in their having to push it back to the top of a hill.
04
Who's That Bloke With Nora Batty Then?
Compo is concerned when he sees Nora going out mysteriously and then sees her in the pub with another man.
05
Happy Anniversary Gough And Jessie
The overly domesticated Gough is a woeful sight to behold at his anniversary party, so the guys take him out for a bit of cavorting.
06
Getting Barry Higher In The World
No sooner than Seymour spots a kite does the trio end up building and attempting to fly their own gigantic version.
07
Three Men And A Mangle
Compo wants to help Nora Batty with a troublesome chore, but Seymour ends up taking over and fouling up the entire operation. Howard tests out…
SEASON 12
01
Return Of The Warrior
Seymour leaves to look after a school. Will life be boring for Compo and Clegg? Not for long, as Foggy Dewhirst returns to the fold.
02
Come In, Sunray Major
Foggy has an idea to use portable radios to improve communications.
03
The Charity Balls
When Foggy hears about an athletic charity drive, he enters Compo and Clegg despite their wishes. An "injured" Howard drops out of the race and…
04
Walking Stiff Can Make You Famous
Foggy is upset because he's not famous for anything, so he invents the sport of bicycle polo.
05
That's Not Captain Zero
Our trio helps Captain Zero when his vehicle breaks down, but don't reckon on him getting drunk.
06
Das (Welly) Boot
Ivy lets Foggy fix her toaster, and it goes to his flippin' head. Now he thinks he can restore the tatty sunken boat he's found…
07
The Empire That Foggy Nearly Built
After a heated encounter with two motorists, Foggy decides there must be money to be made providing parking spaces.
08
The Last Surviving Maurice Chevalier Impression
To stop Nora taking him for granted, Compo becomes a TV star for the day doing his legendary impression.
09
Roll On
Having learned absolutely nothing from "The Charity Balls" just a few episodes back, Foggy tries to assert the boys' athletic prowess yet again, this time…
10
A Landlady For Smiler
Compo is more than a little concerned when Smiler moves in as Nora Batty's lodger.
SEASON 13
01
Quick, Quick, Slow
Compo is depressed because Nora has a lodger. Foggy has an unusual way of curing his malaise-dancing!
02
Give Us A Lift
Foggy's idea is the ultimate in chairlifts to get people to the top of the hills without any effort.
03
Was That Nora Batty Singing?
Compo can't get over his suspicion of Nora's new lodger, Smiler. When he thinks he hears Nora singing a happy tune, he nearly goes to…
04
Cash Flow Problems
Compo needs money, so he tries to collect on a fifty-year-old debt from a school chum.
05
Passing The Earring
Howard needs Clegg's help to get an earring belonging to Marina out of the house without Pearl knowing.
06
Pole Star
Foggy gets Compo to take up pole vaulting so he can reach Nora's clothes post and impress her with his athletic prowess.
SEASON 14
01
By The Magnificent Thighs Of Ernie Burniston
Is Ernie Burniston's fitness all a bluff? To prove it, Foggy uses Compo as his "guinea pig."
02
Errol Flynn Used To Have A Pair Like That
After overhearing a conversation between Nora and a neighbour, Compo discovers that Nora has a weakness for men in riding gear.
03
The Phantom Of The Graveyard
Compo, Clegg and Foggy prepare to pay their respects to an old teacher, but why is Howard so keen to go?
04
The Self-Propelled Salad Strainer
Wesley's weird new invention might score Compo some presentation points when he gives Nora some flowers.
05
Ordeal By Trousers
Are Foggy's war stories true? Compo and Clegg decide to submit him to an old school ritual to discover the truth.
06
Happy Birthday, Howard
Clegg is the unwilling guardian of a giant stuffed panda bear, Marina's birthday present to Howard that must be delivered without Pearl catching on.
07
Who's Got Rhythm?
Compo is broke again so to earn some easy money, he visits Auntie Wainwright and becomes a one-man band.
08
Camera Shy
When Foggy buys a video camera from Auntie Wainwright, it seems no-one is safe from his prying eye - especially Howard and Marina.
09
Wheelies
When Auntie Wainwright forces a gigantic tractor wheel on the trio, Foggy decides to make the best of it by crafting a vehicle out of…
10
Stop That Castle [1992 Christmas Special]
The trio visit Auntie Wainwright, to rent a bouncy castle for the Christmas parade. The ladies are reluctant to take part, Smiler makes a very…
SEASON 15
01
How To Clear Your Pipes
Now Foggy's on about Compo and Clegg being out of shape again, and he ends up putting them through an exhaustive training course that leaves…
02
Where There's Smoke, There's Barbeque
The trio gets a gas grill from Auntie Wainwright, but its alarming potency brings an explosive touch to their barbeque. Howard is busy making improvements…
03
The Black Widow
Too much home brew at a funeral tea leaves Compo and Foggy having to rescue Clegg from the arms of an amorous widow.
04
Have You Got A Light Mate?
Smiler is selling security lights. Howard is determined to buy Marina a china shepherdess - if he can persuade Clegg to visit Auntie Wainwright's.
05
Stop That Bath
The trio finds they are involved in yet another of Howard's schemes to get a present to Marina - this time a cast iron bath!
06
Springing Smiler
Smiler is sick of living in misery with Nora Batty and will hand over 50 quid to anyone who will help him move out and…
07
Concerto For Solo Bicycle
Foggy comes up with the crazy idea of bicycle safety underwear after he collides with Compo riding his old bike.
08
There Are Gypsies At The Bottom Of Our Garden
Dewhirst's Nature Tours are launched by Foggy after he believes he's discovered the nesting place of a giant woodpecker.
09
Aladdin Gets On Your Wick
After seeing a man on a sailboard, Foggy has the idea of inventing a three-man version.
SEASON 16
01
The Glory Hole
Foggy grows dafter and is lately only interested in standing in a pit at a construction site because it reminds him of a foxhole in…
02
Adopted By A Stray
In the pub, the trio run across a scruffy old man looking for the wilderness. Foggy tries to avoid him, certain he's looking for a…
03
The Defeat Of The Stoneworm
Howard, proving that idiots aren't necessarily bereft of imagination in extreme circumstances, invents a local pest called a "stoneworm" in one of his lamest efforts…
04
Once In A Moonlit Junkyard
Compo briefly casts Nora aside for a biker. But is he ready to cast aside his ragged trousers for a pair of leather chaps? Meanwhile,…
05
The Space Ace
Well, the trio was about due for a run-in with another village idiot. The latest one tumbles down hills in a trashbin. He wants to…
06
The Most Powerful Eyeballs In West Yorkshire
After seeing Howard fail in his attempts at hypnotism, Foggy becomes convinced he's a master at the art. But his attempts to practice on strangers…
07
The Dewhirsts Of Ogleby Hall
Foggy's become interested in his lineage and is positive he's related to the Dewhirsts living on a big estate nearby. Compo spots Nora eyeing some…
08
The Sweet Smell Of Excess
Compo's inexpert attempt at constructing a homemade trampoline sets off a series of unfortunate mishaps.
SEASON 17
01
Leaving Home Forever, Or Till Teatime
This time's for real! Howard's had enough of Pearl and decides to leave home forever. It's up to the trio to get the couple back…
02
Bicycle Bonanza
Foggy thinks the trio should be more in touch with the wilderness, so he thinks of the ideal plan, counting with Auntie Wainwright's bicycle bonanza,…
03
The Glamour Of The Uniform
Marina leaves Howard for good this time. He suspects that she has been seeing another man, and asks for the help of the trio to…
04
The First Human Being To Ride A Hill
When Pearl starts getting suspicious of Howard's affair once again, she locks his bicycle. It's now up to the trio to come up with a…
05
Captain Clutterbuck's Treasure
When word comes around that there's a treasure buried in town, it's up to the trio to go and find it. To do so they…
06
Desperate For A Duffield
When Compo reaches a crucial point in his "relationship" with Nora Batty, and realises he's not going anywhere with her, he decides to go looking…
07
The Suit That Turned Left
The trio comes across a very weird scientist and his unusual new invention. Meanwhile Wesley's new suit causes some trouble during the ladies outing.
08
Beware Of The Elbow
The trio encounters a man, and his inflatable doll, which creates some natural curiosity among the three elders.
09
The Thing In Wesley's Shed
When Wesley starts acting very weird about some new invention he has in his shed, the trio tries to find out what kind of invention…
10
Brushes At Dawn
When a local man "takes advantage" of Nora Batty, Compo challenges him to a duel.
SEASON 18
01
The Love Mobile
The trio comes across a mobile lonely hearts agency. This time it seems it's the owners of the agency who need a bit of marital…
02
A Clean Sweep
Howard's fears that there may be a spider hiding in his cap affects his relationship with Marina. A lucky wedding chimney sweep is down on…
03
The Mysterious C. W. Northrop
Ivy's getting some love letters from a mysterious man that calls himself C. W Northrop. The trio wants to know who this person really is,…
04
A Double For Howard
When Pearl's "security" at home becomes too much for Howard to handle and Pearl starts suspecting his furtive encounters with Marina, the trio tries to…
05
How To Create A Monster
The trio tries to make Smiler become more aggressive, so he can stand up to Auntie Wainwright, but they end up getting a little more…
06
Deviations With Davenport
The trio gets lost in the woods with Mr Davenport, a man in search of wisdom.
07
According To The Prophet Bickerdyke
Glenda forces Barry to ask Wesley to "listen" to the car engine. Foggy, Norman and Compo meet a man who is obsessed with an end…
08
Next Kiss Please
Compo bets Foggy he can get Nora Batty to kiss him before sunset. Will he manage to win the bet?
09
Destiny And Six Bananas
When a primate is said to be loose in the local woods, Foggy organises a search party, accompanied of course with the right uniform and…
10
A Sidecar Named Desire
Remembering Nora used to enjoy a ride on a motorbike and sidecar when her husband was alive, Compo hires a motorbike from Auntie Wainwright, and…
SEASON 19
01
Beware of the Oglethorpe
Clegg, Compo and Truly bump into an old school mate, who now has a miserable and peaceful life. Compo's afraid to become like him, so…
02
Tarzan Of The Towpath
The trio ends up rolling down a hill, instead of walking down it, as they did when they were children, but their age proves to…
03
Truly And The Hole Truth
Compo wants to buy a present for Nora but has no money. Auntie Wainwright search Compo's house for something of value to swap for the…
04
Oh Howard, We Should Get One Of Those
Wesley's new creation, a bed on wheels, causes great success. Particularly with Compo, who wants to be the first one to try it, providing he…
05
The Suit That Attracts Blondes
Glenda gives one of Barry's old suits to the jumble sale, because she thinks it attracts blondes. Compo ends up buying the suit, with money…
06
The Only Diesel Saxophone In Captivity
Barry buys a new saxophone from Auntie Wainwright. Glenda doesn't let him play indoors, so he has to find a spot outside to practice. The…
07
Perfection - Thy Name Is Ridley
When the local ladies start to gain some interest for a man named Walter Ridley, it's up for the trio to try and find out…
08
Nowhere Particular
Howard buys a new van, as part of his new scheme to be left in peace with Marina. He even buys some furniture to put…
09
From Audrey Nash To The Widow Dilhooley
An old sweetheart of Truly is back in town, after many years living abroad. He spends the day preparing for their reunion, but he certainly…
10
Support Your Local Skydiver
Nora Batty gets a postcard from a Gladwin in the Canary Islands. Compo's jealous, and tries to find something to win her heart back. First…
SEASON 20
01
The Pony Set
When Compo decides to take up horseriding lessons to impress Nora Batty, it's up to Clegg and Truly to help him. For that they buy…
02
How Errol Flynn Discovered The Secret Scar Of Nora Batty
The trio comes across a man dressed as Robin Hood. Compo knows that Nora has a birth mark on one of her knees, but can't…
03
Who's Thrown Away Her Tom Cruise Photographs?
Howard's having some trouble regarding his love life with Marina. And this time is serious, she's thrown away her Tom Cruise photos. It's up to…
04
What's Happened To Barry's Nose?
Truly tries to help Barry become more confident, but things turn nasty leading to some damage to Barry's nose.
05
Optimism In The Housing Market
Smiler injures his foot while selling door to door for Auntie Wainwright. The trio tries to assist him in recovering from his injury, with disastrous…
06
Will Barry Go Septic Despite Listening To Classical Music?
Compo, Clegg, Truly and Wesley meet a man with an earthquake detector and Barry spends the episode with his arm in a sling.
07
Beware The Vanilla Slice
Compo tries to resurrect the ancient art of Thumpy Dub. Auntie Wainwright sells Truly a broken lawn mower. Marina buys two vanilla slices from Ivy…
08
Howard Throws A Wobbler
Howard is suspicious when Pearl suddenly starts looking glamorous and very happy. He is so concerned he sends Compo to meet Marina to tell her…
09
The Phantom Number 14 Bus
Compo, Clegg and Truly meet a man who wants to solve the mystery of the phantom number 14 bus. Meanwhile Smiler has to deliver some…
10
Ironing Day
Clegg tackles his ironing and ends up ironing for Howard too after he falls into a river. Smiler gets tiddly on two very small glasses…
SEASON 21
01
Lipstick And Other Problems
Truly tries to fix Clegg's Vacum Cleaner. Compo and Howard get into a fight with a big man. Barry gets in trouble, because he's "caught"…
02
Under The Rug
Howard has a wig delivered to Clegg's, but when Pearl is suspicious Clegg has to not only pretend ownership of it, but be seen wearing…
03
Magic And The Morris Minor
Our trio helps a middle-aged couple get their old car out of a field, but the wife insists she's recieving ancient telepathic messages through its…
04
Elegy For Fallen Wellies
After seeing Nora Batty dressed in a "sexy" outfit, Compo's heart doesn't live up to the excitement. He dies a happy man! His friends show…
05
Surprise At Throstlenest
Clegg, Truly and Barry spend the day trying to find someone to take care of Compo's ferrets. They end up finding the ideal person for…
06
Just A Small Funeral
It's Compo's funeral day, and all his friends come to pay their last respects to the "little scruffy one". Even Auntie Wainwright closes the shop…
07
From Here To Paternity
Compo recieves a personal letter after all these years. When Clegg and Truly open it they discover Compo's biggest secret: he has a son. The…
08
Some Vans Can Make You Deaf
Clegg, Truly and Wesley help Tom find a new exhaust for his van. Howard discovers the simple pleasures, by having breakfast on the terrace. The…
09
Waggoner's Roll
Tom and Barry attempt to turn a reluctant Babs into a showbiz star.
10
I Didn't Know Barry Could Play
Glenda buys Barry a white suit to go on a picnic but he ends up with Clegg, Truly and Wesley at the station collecting an…
SEASON 22
01
Getting Barry's Goat
In this episode, Tom carries a fake dog around and attempts to be like his father, Compo and climb a tree as persuaded by Clegg…
02
The Art Of The Shorts Story
Howard has lost his boxer shorts and Pearl is upset at him. But it turns out she hid them from him just to keep him…
03
The Missing Bus Of Mrs. Avery
Howard is filled with cheer because Pearl, Ivy, Roz, Glenda, Nora and the girls are going on a nice outdoor picnic. He has his chance…
04
Hey, Big Vendor
Wesley has a "go anywhere" coffee vending machine, which is successful at first, but after trying it at the ladies' Jumble Sale and the Golf…
05
Enter The Hawk
First, Auntie Wainwright takes a half hour break from the shop, leaving Smiler in charge, and is impatient for the half hour to be over…
06
Gnome And Away
Howard buys a gnome for Marina and tries to keep it from Pearl. The trio helps him take it away. Smiler ends up taking it…
07
A Hair Of The Blonde That Bit You
Pearl finds a blonde hair and assumes it's Howard seeing another woman. Pearl wants to go to the coast to be loved but Howard and…
08
A White Sweater And A Solicitor's Letter
Tom receives a solicitor's letter, which says he has received a big screen television set, which he ends up giving to Eli, and Barry takes…
09
Why Is Barry At An Angle?
Barry needs to collect overdue insurance from someone he has never met, so Clegg, Truly, and Billy help him stand up (at an angle) and…
10
The Coming Of The Beast
To generate some excitement in the village, Truly stops a common citizen (who happens to be Billy Ingleton, the man who almost knew Pavarotti) in…
SEASON 23
01
A Brief Excursion In The Fast Lane
When Barry has a mid-life crisis and becomes interested in fast cars, Glenda worries that she will not be exciting enough for him.
02
The Mystical Squeak Of Howard's Bicycle
When Howard's bicycle starts squeaking around Pearl, he worries that it is some kind of curse. He decides to get the bicycle exorcised by a…
03
Mervyn Would Be Proud
Billy is being followed by a fan as a result of - after having one too many in the pub - bragging that himself, Clegg…
04
The Incredible Ordeal Of Norman Clegg
Clegg is dismayed when Howard leaves with him a "picnic accessory" which he plans to collect later - Marina! He will only collect her when…
05
Beware Of The Hot Dog
Wesley and Barry come up with a winning idea to sell hot dogs to tourists from Wesley's new wheelbarrow. Meanwhile, Clegg, Truly and Tom turn…
06
In Search Of Childlike Joy And The Farthest Reaches Of The Lotus Position
An unhappy Smiler is cheered by one of Wesley's inventions, a trolley. All that is needed is a hill and some driving skills...
07
A Chaise Longue Too Far
One of Glenda's unwanted anniversary presents proves to be useful in strange ways, especially as Howard becomes trapped in his own bathroom...
08
Exercising Father's Bicycle
Tom fancies emulating the achievements of his father, and asks Clegg and Truly for stories of what Compo could do on his bicycle...
09
Sadly, Madly, Bradley
When Billy's brother Bradley arrives on the scene, not even Clegg and Truly can bring a smile to his dour face. Meanwhile, an inflatable feeding…
10
It All Began With An Old Volvo Headlamp
When a man needs to be alone with his thoughts, help is on hand to provide the right atmosphere - but noone counts on him…
SEASON 24
01
The Lair Of The Cat Creature
Alvin the Birdman crashes from the skies into the lives of Truly, Clegg and Billy. He thinks he has landed in France, and has thus…
02
Ancient Eastern Wisdom - An Introduction
Whilst out walking, Clegg and Truly meet a Chinese handyman full of wisdom for a price - Entwistle from Hull. Also, Tom gets visited by…
03
A Pick-Up Of The Later Ming Dynasty
After helping Entwistle to repair his broken-down truck, Truly, Clegg and Billy find their skills are in demand again - to help Tom and Smiler…
04
The Secret Birthday Of Norman Clegg
In order to avoid any fuss, Clegg spends his birthday having a quiet meal in a nice small hotel - but as usual things don't…
05
In Which Gavin Hinchcliffe Loses The Gulf Stream
When the gang witness a old friend skiing on the roof of a van, they become attached to the idea...
06
The Miraculous Curing Of Old Goff Helliwell
Old Goff Helliwell is due to die soon, so Clegg, Truly and the others look for something that will give him a reason to carry…
07
The Frenchies Are Coming
Barry is looking for another hobby besides golf, and Billy decides to interest him in archery...
08
The Man Who Invented Yorkshire Funny Stuff
Howard gets a present from Marina - a lifesize fake gorilla. The question is how to get it home?
09
The Second Husband And The Showgirls
Tom and Smiler arrange an interesting blind date and Truly discovers his ex-wife's new husband is coming to town.
10
All Of A Florrie
Cupid's arrow targets Truly when a blast from his past returns with amorous intentions.
SEASON 25
01
Jurassic - No Parking
Barry must dispose of a prize he's won; Truly plots to fob it off on Howard, who has forgotten an important birthday and needs a…
02
The General's Greatest Battle
Nora is to appear in a parade as the wife of a local hero. The hero himself is to be portrayed by a life-sized dummy,…
03
Spores
A distressed woman sends Truly and Billy in search of a Lionel. Barry and Glenda meet a worried man on a sightseeing trip. Could he…
04
Happy Birthday Robin Hood
Billy's new green suit has nothing to do with Ireland. Entwistle takes meter reading to a new level. The sight of Marina in a wedding…
05
Who's That With Barry And Glenda? It's Not Barry And Glenda
Clegg, Truly, and Billy discover Barry in the woods. He's obviously guilty of something - but what? Meanwhile a strange man is seen near Barry…
06
An Apple A Day
Nora Batty is recruiting for charity, which in this case is giving a day out to an older rural family. But who exactly is "the…
07
Barry Becomes A Psychopathic Killer But Only Part Time
Alvin buys equipment to listen for sounds from space, but Howard's the one hearing disembodied voices. Billy goes for a spin. Barry struggles with his…
08
Things To Do When Your Wife Runs Off With A Turkish Waiter
Barry is chagrined that a lonely stranger he met on holiday has taken up his offer of hospitality. It doesn't help that the stranger's hobby…
09
Beware of Laughing at Nora's Hats
Truly, Alvin, and Billy try to mend some fences between Nora and her one-time friend, Audrey Craig. Glenda gives Barry a gift to restore his…
10
Yours Truly - If You're Not Careful
Someone keeps calling Truly's new cell phone; Truly worries it might be The Former Mrs. Truelove calling to announce a visit. But she wouldn't do…
SEASON 26
01
The Swan Man Of Ilkley
Lennie from the pickle factory, who has visions of sailing the canals in a swan boat, unwisely allows Clegg, Truly, Alvin and Billy to help…
02
Watching the Clock
Clegg climbs an old tree to prove that the town clock from a nearby village can be seen from its height. scared of heights, Truly,…
03
Has Anyone Seen a Peruvian Wart?
Nora Batty finds herself the target of a notorious womaniser after she garners his attention with her baked goods.
04
Hermione (The Short Course)
Smiler is more miserable than usual. He's pining for Hermione, a woman he met the night before.
05
Who's That Mouse in the Poetry Group?
Smiler pretends to be an intellectual in an attempt to enchant Marina. Howard, a simple thinker, wants to keep an eye on them at the…
06
Available for Weddings
After Clegg ends up with his foot in a plaster and an arm in a sling after a bike trip with Billy & Alvin, Truly…
07
The McDonaghs of Jamieson Street
Smiler regrets never having taken up the offer from Mavis McDonagh to look her up sometime. Truly, Alvin and Billy go on the trail to…
08
The Afterthoughts of a Co-op Manager
Clegg is trying to remember the name of a particularly obnoxious superior of his, from his days working in the Co-op.
09
Lot Number 8
Overcome by the smell of a real bargain, Auntie Wainwright has made a successful bid at the auction rooms.
10
Little Orphan Howard
Truly leads the enquiries into the whereabouts of a Co-op Manager who was a tyrant when Clegg worked there.
SEASON 27
01
Follow that Bottle
Glenda decides that Barry would suit a hat, Smiler finds a suit of armour in the shop storeroom, Cleggs cousin turns up and Clegg, Truly,…
02
How to Remove a Cousin
Clegg's overbearing cousin Aubrey comes to stay, he challenges Alvin and Billy to a bike riding competition. Auntie Wainwright employs Smiler and Tom as shop…
03
Has Anyone Seen Barry's Midlife Crisis?
Howard is on 24-hr "lock down" by Pearl, so his friends accept the challenge to help him escape. Barry thinks he's missing out on something…
04
The Genuine Outdoors Robin Hood Barbi
Billy takes Clegg, Truly, Alvin and Entwistle into the green wood for a barby. Pearl chains Howard to the house and Miss Davenport tries to…
05
Barry in Danger from Reading and Aunt Jessie
Miss Davenport teases Barry making him think she has the hots for him. Alvin is seen by Nora with a tall, mysterious blonde.
06
Who's That Merry Man with Billy, Then?
Billy gets a new merry man to join his band..unfortunately it's a merry woman!..Howard wants people to think he is having flying lessons, so Auntie…
07
Who's That Talking To Lenny?
Clegg, Truly and Billy meet up again with Lenny, the former Swan Man of Ilkley, he has heard voices from above so the lads help…
08
Oh Look! Mitzi's Found Her Mummy
Howard gets to look after a friend's dog for the day. Glenda and Barry get dressed up as Cleopatra and an Egyptian Mummy to go…
09
Plenty of Room in the Back
Auntie Wainwright supplies Tom and Smiler with new transport.....but is it suitable?
SEASON 28
01
The Second Stag Night of Doggy Wilkinson
An old friend, Doggy, is almost 80 and getting married again - so The Boys take him out for his bachelors party complete with arranged…
02
What Happened to the Horse?
What starts out as a good joke on Howard gets a life of its own when Truly invents a ghost story that involves a local…
03
Variations on a Theme of Road Rage
Howard feels he has out grown the bicycle so he purchases a car from a woman who says it reminds her too much of her…
04
In Which Howard gets Double Booked
Howard decides it's time to take Pearl out for a dinner to the "Fox and Duck" - so Pearl invites Nelly to come with, and…
05
Will The Nearest Alien Please Come In
Science-fiction addict Kevin believes aliens from outer space may have landed. Truly, Clegg and Alvin help to convince him he is right.
06
Elegy for Small Creature and Clandestine Trackbike
Howard has purchased a track bike and is desperate to hide it from Pearl.
07
The Crowcroft Challenge
Alvin and Truly tie one on in a bar and Alvin volunteers to complete the Crowcroft Challenge - a task that has never been completed.…
08
Must Be Good Dancer
Tom decides that Smiler should answer an ad looking for a dance partner so Truly and gang decide to turn him into "Fred Astaire"; Barry…
09
In Which Howard Remembers Where He Left His Bicycle Pump
Pearl, Miss Davenport, Nora Batty, Nelly, Ivy, and Glenda have entered a baking contest. Howard runs into an old flame while out with Truly, so…
10
Sinclair And The Wormley Witches
While standing on a hillside admiring the view, Alvin, Truly, and Entwistle get stoned by a stranger. Smiler does some witchcraft. Pearl & Nelly track…
SEASON 29
01
Enter the Finger
Barry is tired of being outperformed in fitness by his physically fit neighbour, so his friends decide to help him out.
02
Will the Genuine Racer Please Stand Up?
Howard disguises himself like a racer to escape Pearl's watchful eye but discovers disguises have effects he didn't bargain for when Aunty Wainwright mistakes him…
03
A Short Introduction to Cooper's Rules
Policemen Cooper and Walsh are looking to have a quiet day out, but while trying to avoid everyones problems they end up kidnapping a vicar,…
04
Is Jeremy Quite Safe?
Howard becomes jealous when Marina and Miss Davenport become enamored with Jeremy, a man who claims to be an international jewel thief. When Tom discovers…
05
All That Glitters is Not Elvis
After witnessing Lance trying to convince his wife that Elvis does truly indeed still live, Alvin and Entwistle conceive a plan to make The King…
06
Eva's Back in Town
Eva, who happens to be a woman from Alvin's past, finds a way to make Howard's life even more complicated.
07
In Which Romance Isn't Dead - Just Incompetent
Barry decides to help his lonely neighbour find a girlfriend.
08
The Mischievous Tinkle in Howard's Eyes
Howard attempts to contact other nature lovers but finds out there are better ways than the mobile phone to do so.
09
Of Passion and Pizza
Mervyn is deeply in love with 'Her' at the pizza take-away, but lacking the courage to tell her himself, he unfortunately makes the terrible mistake…
10
It's Never Ten Years
Clegg and Truly reminisce fondly about their old friend Compo, who suffered at the hands of Nora Batty - and them.
11
Get Out Of That Then
Lenny, heavily-chained, is determined that he has a showbusiness future as an escapologist. Sidekick Cliff is not as enthusiastic.
SEASON 30
01
Some Adventures of the Inventor of the Mother Stitch
Hobbo tries to find a friend for Morton and Barry is depressed when Toby moves next door.
02
The Mother of All Mistakes - Or Is It?
Adopted as a baby, former milkman and undercover secret agent Hobbo is determined to trace his natural mother.
03
Will Howard Cross the Atlantic Single Handed?
Hobbo is still having trouble getting Nelly to admit that she is his natural birth mother. To get the proof he needs, he fits Howard…
04
Who's That Looking Sideways At Nelly?
Hobbo is ready for any dangerous situation - and going round telling everyone that Nelly is his mother is one. Another danger arises when he…
05
Nobody Messes with Tony the Throat
Howard is deeply concerned when Pearl starts going out every day with Nelly, and she will not say where. Hobbo comes to his aid, and…
06
Will Stella Find True Love with Norris Fairburn?
When Clegg and Truly tell Hobbo that local serial groom Norris Fairburn is free again, he decides that Norris would be an ideal husband for…
07
Will Randolph Make a Good Impression?
Hobbo turns up at the river wall with Randolph, who he hopes will bring romance into Stella's life. Randolph seems to lack any of the…
08
In Which Romance Springs a Leak
Toby is beginning to realise that the benefits of going back to his ex-wife far outweigh the advantages of living alone in a sparsely furnished…
09
Variations on a Theme of Father's Day
In order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.
10
Goodnight Sweet Ferret
When word goes around town that Old Heptonstall is looking for volunteers, Hobbo and his army of volunteers, namely Alvin and Entwistle, go and visit…
SEASON 31
01
Behind Every Bush There is Not Necessarily a Howard
Hobbo and his friends attempt to help Toby win back the affections of his ex-wife. Glenda decides to try and help Morton find a woman.…
02
Happy Camping
Pearl throws Howard out of the house, but when he goes to Clegg's for sympathy it falls on deaf ears, while Pearl tells Nelly she's…
03
The Rights of Man (Except For Howard)
Howard is missing home, and Hobbo concocts various schemes to have Pearl take Howard back. Meanwhile, Barry is missing his hearty meals and Toby and…
04
Howard and the Great Outdoors
Hobbo and his 'team' turn Howard into a tramp to show Pearl how rough he's been living and convince her to take him back. The…
05
Look Whose Wheel's Come Off
Wondering if Pearl still loves him, Howard asks Hobbo to give her a peck on the cheek from him - only to become even more…
06
How Not to Cry at Weddings
In this final episode of the long-running comedy, everyone is getting ready for a wedding - prompting Howard and Pearl to look back at their…
SERIES INFO
31
Seasons
269
Episodes
30 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Roy Clarke
NETWORKS (1)
BBC One
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Last of the Summer Wine about?
Unencumbered by wives, jobs or any other responsibilities, three senior citizens who've never really grown up explore their world in the Yorkshire Dales. They spend their days speculating about their fellow townsfolk and thinking up adventures not usually favored by the elderly. Last of the Summer Wine premiered as an episode of Comedy Playhouse in 1973. The show ran for 295 episodes until 2010. It is the longest running comedy Britain has produced and the longest running sitcom in the world.
Where can I watch Last of the Summer Wine?
Last of the Summer Wine is available on BritBox, Prime Video, Now TV, UKTV Play, Sky Go. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Last of the Summer Wine have?
Last of the Summer Wine has 31 seasons with 269 episodes total.
Who created Last of the Summer Wine?
Last of the Summer Wine was created by Roy Clarke.
Who stars in Last of the Summer Wine?
The cast of Last of the Summer Wine includes Peter Sallis, Frank Thornton, Jane Freeman, Jean Fergusson, Robert Fyfe.
What is the rating of Last of the Summer Wine?
Last of the Summer Wine has a rating of 7.1 out of 10 based on 39 votes on TMDB.
Is Last of the Summer Wine still running?
Last of the Summer Wine has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (1)
Comedy
