Season 5

01 Episode 333 - Forgetful Episode 16th January 1986 James has dinner at the Collins', and Annabelle and Paul soon suspect that he has something to hide. Jane receives some good advice, but will she listen? 02 Episode 334 - Birthday Girl Episode 27th January 1986 It's Claire's first birthday. Paul and Annabelle's fears about Lucy have been confirmed. Pat and Sandra discover that Jane has left during the night, taking a few of their things with her. 03 Episode 335 - Difference of Opinion Episode 313th January 1986 When the Clearys remove the wheels from Pat and Terry's van, they get much more than they bargained for. Nicholas helps Heather with her decorating and insists on staying to finish it. Bobby is annoyed with Billy because he crossed the picket line. 04 Episode 336 - No Harm Done Episode 414th January 1986 Barry and Pat have plans to stop a war. Vicki blames Terry for her brothers being beaten up. Paul and Annabelle try to discover where James really works. 05 Episode 337 - Brass Tacks Episode 520th January 1986 Pat defies Terry and takes the law into his own hands with Barry. When Paul discovers something about James, he gives him a week to reveal it to Lucy. Heather is disappointed to discover who her new boss is and what he thinks of her. 06 Episode 338 - Some Mistake Episode 621st January 1986 Barry is determined to continue sorting out Terry's problems with the Clearys, but he is about to make a big mistake. Billy and Doreen meet with Tracy's headmaster and the teacher involved in the allegations. 07 Episode 339 - Rats Episode 727th January 1986 Damon and Neil have another cunning plan, but as usual, it's about to backfire. James's attempts to dump Lucy don't have the intended result. 08 Episode 340 - Privatisation Episode 828th January 1986 Bobby is bothered by scabs on the Close. Lucy decides to tell her parents that she has stopped seeing James. Sheila wants to adopt, or at least sponsor, a child. Nicholas takes Heather to dinner, but who will end up paying for it? 09 Episode 341 - What's She Been Doing Episode 93rd February 1986 Lucy and Tracy have exactly the same problem: their parents don't understand them or approve of their actions. 10 Episode 342 - So It's True Episode 104th February 1986 Tracy comes clean about Peter, who wishes she hadn't, when Billy exacts brutal revenge. But James is still keeping Lucy blissfully unaware of a few things. 11 Episode 343 - Spying Episode 1110th February 1986 Annabelle spots Lucy and James together in town but isn't prepared for what Lucy tells her. Sheila spots Barry handing over a bundle of money to a stranger. 12 Episode 344 - Goings Episode 1211th February 1986 Heather is attacked for political incorrectness. There are some unwelcome revelations for Lucy. Tracy disappears. 13 Episode 345 - Listening Episode 1317th February 1986 Tracy is staying away, and Lucy refuses to face up to the facts about James. 14 Episode 346 - Taking it Badly Episode 1418th February 1986 Lucy discovers that her boyfriend isn't even called James when she decides it is time to pay a visit to his wife. 15 Episode 347 - Personalising Episode 1524th February 1986 Doreen fears that Billy will be sent to prison. Can someone with previous experience reassure her? Ralph tries to help Harry compose a "lonely hearts" ad. When Heather gives Nick a present, he recognises it. 16 Episode 348 - Interpretation Episode 1625th February 1986 Harry wonders if he is being disloyal to Edna. Ralph can't make up his mind. Heather's curiosity about Barbara gets the better of her, but she is not at all prepared for what she discovers. 17 Episode 349 - Uncooperative Episode 173rd March 1986 Harry receives nineteen replies to his advert, one of which is from a man. Billy appears in court but refuses to cooperate with his probation officer. 18 Episode 350 - Change of Mind Episode 184th March 1986 After Harry posts his letter to Madge, he has second thoughts and wants to get it back. 19 Episode 351 - Mistaken Identity Episode 1910th March 1986 Sandra is offered a promotion, but to the private ward. Bobby receives a letter about a loan taken out in his name. At the art gallery at which Madge is due to meet Harry, she unfortunately isn't the only woman wearing a green coat. 20 Episode 352 - Be My Guest Episode 2011th March 1986 Bobby is jealous of Sheila's tutor when he holds a class in their front room. Sandra is annoyed to find Vicki cooking her steaks in the kitchen. Ralph wants to borrow Harry's car. 21 Episode 353 - In-Depth Interview Episode 2117th March 1986 Sandra starts her new job, and Sally Dinsdale turns up at the Grants' with a black eye. Karen interviews Paula Yates. 22 Episode 354 - Born Romancer Episode 2218th March 1986 Sandra and Jackie show the pest control man their cockroach-infested rooms. Sheila tries to convince Bobby that he has nothing to worry about. 23 Episode 355 - Birthday Cards Episode 2324th March 1986 On Bobby's birthday, Damon gets his cards. Pat pesters Sandra about why she is so irritable, not expecting the answer he gets. A telephone call from Teresa forces Sheila to lie for matty. 24 Episode 356 - Cruel to be Kind Episode 2425th March 1986 Sandra tries to let Pat down gently, but it's almost impossible. 25 Episode 357 - Are You Ready Episode 2531st March 1986 Guy invites Karen to spend the night with him, and she agrees. Ralph sneaks out to see Madge. leaving Harry to spend the bank holiday on his own. 26 Episode 358 - A Tricky One Episode 261st April 1986 A shop steward draws Bobby's attention to some surprising payslips. Madge pays a visit to the bungalow, and Ralph's planned trip to Torquay with her turns into a foursome. 27 Episode 359 - Best Out Of It Episode 277th April 1986 When Tracy is bored at home, the Corkhills' telephone bill is about to start shooting up. Sheila confronts Mo, who tells her that Matty is leaving Teresa to marry her. 28 Episode 360 - Differentials Episode 288th April 1986 George tries to convince Bobby to take the "long view". Heather and Keith return from Aberdeen. Sally Dinsdale turns up again, and this time Sheila insists that she stays. Damon gets a new idea about how he might find a job. 29 Episode 361 - Diving Episode 2914th April 1986 Sheila has a frightening secret she doesn't want to worry Bobby with. A visit by Jehovah's Witnesses results in Pat and Terry missing "The Magic Rabbits". Harry, Ralph, Julia and Madge enjoy a holiday in Torquay, while Damon looks for work. 30 Episode 362 - Fraud Investigation Episode 3015th April 1986 Sheila confides in Alun over the poison-pen letter. Pat and Terry appear to have dropped themselves in it with an unexpected visitor, but is there a solution? 31 Episode 363 - Sexual Blackmail Episode 3121st April 1986 Lucy seems to have got over losing James, as she meets another man; but Paul and Annabelle are not convinced that Barry is a suitable partner for anyone. Bobby is annoyed with Sheila again. 32 Episode 364 - Making it Worse Episode 3222nd April 1986 Bobby faces a difficult choice - his job or his men? When Karen gets a nasty telephone call, Sheila explains that it was meant for her. Nick has a confrontation with Keith Tench over Heather, and comes off worse. 33 Episode 365 - Rationalisation Episode 3328th April 1986 Billy and Doreen anxiously go to court, as so much depends on the result of their appeal. Keith Tench is determined to make Heather's life difficult. 34 Episode 366 - Au Revoir Episode 3429th April 1986 Rod and Damon are both convinced that they have won their bet. Petrochem is taken over. Lucy says her goodbyes as she prepares to leave for France with Barry, but she's leaving something behind her. Billy regrets not mentioning something important to Doreen. 35 Episode 367 - Deferred Episode 355th May 1986 Bobby advises Billy to go to his union, but he isn't hopeful. Rod and Damon both try to snatch victory in their programme collecting contest. Heather discovers that Nick's phone has been cut off. 36 Episode 368 - Reassurance Episode 366th May 1986 Romance is in the air for Heather. Sheila feels guilty about lying to Teresa. Damon leaves home. 37 Episode 369 - Just Like That Episode 3712th May 1986 Paul is in for more than one disappointment. Doreen thinks her new acquisition will help out - but disaster is about to strike. 38 Episode 370 - Vibes Episode 3813th May 1986 Paul takes his redundancy in his stride, but is dubious about news he receives of Lucy. Doreen is angry with Billy for not returning the bricks, fearing that they might jeopardise his court appeal. 39 Episode 371 - Hang-ups Episode 3919th May 1986 Doreen is reluctant to worry Billy with the phone bill, but he's got a bigger problem to face anyway. Karen is frightened after receiving several phone calls in which no-one speaks to her. 40 Episode 372 - First Time Episode 4020th May 1986 Karen sleeps with Guy, Paul voices his feelings of insecurity, and Madge offers to help Harry learn to drive. 41 Episode 373 - Dinner Guests Episode 4126th May 1986 Just as Karen and Guy are happy with their relationship, he has a proposal that would make it permanent. Billy and Doreen discover why the phone bill is so high. 42 Episode 374 - First Impressions Episode 4227th May 1986 Heather meets Nick's children for the first time, and they're not all impressed with her. Then one of them is involved in an accident... 43 Episode 375 - Coming of Age Episode 432nd June 1986 Billy convinces Doreen that the furniture should be moved upstairs while Rod has a party. Pat is determined to have an argument and eventually finds one. Heather and Nick reconsider whether they should marry if his children don't approve. 44 Episode 376 - Something Beginning With Sss Episode 443rd June 1986 Rod decides that he would like to join the police, but Billy isn't impressed with that idea. A romantic kiss leaves Karen in an awkward predicament. 45 Episode 377 - MYOB Episode 459th June 1986 Bobby puts his job on the line by defying George Williams. Annabelle tries to talk Paul out of protesting. Ralph and Harry aren't speaking. 46 Episode 378 - Unlawful Episode 4610th June 1986 Harry and Ralph misuse a "disabled driver" badge. Paul buys timber to build a lollipop sign, and Sandra denies everything. 47 Episode 379 - Misguided Episode 4716th June 1986 Paul's impression of a lollipop man is not appreciated by some of the schoolchildren, who relieve him of his sign, nor by a policeman, who visits him at home. Nick has forgotten something important, so Heather calls on Annabelle for advice. 48 Episode 380 - Sound and Fury Episode 4817th June 1986 When Tony arrives, Pat realises that Sandra may not have dropped the Cribbs-Baker case after all. Sheila is nervous about her seminar. Terry tries to find somewhere to go where there isn't a furious row blazing. 49 Episode 381 - Similarity Episode 4923rd June 1986 Harry finds a photograph that makes him believe his house is being used for immoral purposes. Sheila has even more to worry about. 50 Episode 382 - Reality Episode 5024th June 1986 Pat is shown up by a bottle of perfume. Sheila finally discovers who wrote the threatening letter to her. However, the person responsible wasn't making the phone calls. 51 Episode 383 - Rice Episode 5130th June 1986 Pat and Sandra don't go to Heather and Nick's wedding reception, and things become violent between them. Matty is in for a shock. 52 Episode 384 - On the Line Episode 521st July 1986 Bobby goes to London to face a disciplinary committee. Terry finds out about Vicki's photograph. Cribbs-Baker tries to intimidate Tony and Sandra. Matty accuses Sheila of turning Mo against him, and becomes aggressive. 53 Episode 385 - Hope Episode 537th July 1986 Ralph finds himself giving Harry a driving lesson, and discovers it's not something he'd like to repeat. 54 Episode 386 - No Hope Episode 548th July 1986 Sally Dinsdale's husband has gone on the rampage, and she is fearful of what he might do. Sheila and Matty argue in the taxi home after class, and she gets out and walks into a horrific ordeal. 55 Episode 387 - Raped Episode 5514th July 1986 Sheila arrives home shaken and dazed, and although she tells Bobby what happened, she doesn't want to involve the police. The police pick up a drunken Pat, who looks like he's been in a fight. 56 Episode 388 - We Have To Ask Episode 5615th July 1986 Sheila is persuaded to call the police and discuss the attack, and Pat becomes the prime suspect. 57 Episode 389 - Who Could It Be Episode 5721st July 1986 Sheila isn't telling the police everything she knows. Matty tells Bobby who he thinks is the rapist. 58 Episode 390 - It Couldn't Be Episode 5822nd July 1986 Bobby feels that there are things to be cleared up between him and Sheila - but she disagrees. 59 Episode 391 - Leaving All This Behind Episode 5928th July 1986 Nick discovers that Ruth has disobeyed him. Tony has an announcement to make about his future. Matty does nothing to improve his situation with the police 60 Episode 392 - A Real Suspect Episode 6029th July 1986 Following their investigation, the police believe they now have enough evidence to make an arrest. 61 Episode 393 - Time to Confess Episode 614th August 1986 Matty is questioned by the police and encouraged to admit that he is the rapist. Bobby tries to return to work, but is prevented from doing so by George. 62 Episode 394 - Poor Teresa Episode 625th August 1986 A confession convinces the police that they have found the guilty man, while Harry tries to discover the identity of the victim. Billy finds himself locked out, Paul finds himself with a bicycle he can't ride, and Teresa decides there is only one solution for her problems. 63 Episode 395 - Persistence Episode 6311th August 1986 At Teresa's funeral, Matty's family blame him for her death. Adam teaches Paul to ride his bicycle. Sandra fails to convince a reporter to cover her story, and Tracy is too fully clothed to interest him either. 64 Episode 396 - Facing Up Episode 6412th August 1986 Bobby returns to his work, and conflict with George. Harry decides that it is time to raise the rents payable by his tenants.......including Ralph. Karen confides in Sandra that she plans to move in with Guy. 65 Episode 397 - Crossing the Road Episode 6518th August 1986 Paul thinks he has found a way of blocking the dangerous road legally, but it leads to him spending time in a police cell and losing his bike. Sheila believes the rape has left her with more than memories. 66 Episode 398 - Qualifications Episode 6619th August 1986 Sheila has some relieving news, Rod receives his "O" Level results, Doreen holds a clothes party, and Annabelle has her interview. 67 Episode 399 - Home Episode 6725th August 1986 Annabelle and Paul meet Gordon's friend, but are they right to be optimistic? Charlie is behaving suspiciously. Guy finds accomodation for himself and Karen. 68 Episode 400 - Playing Politics Episode 6826th August 1986 Ruth discovers where Charlie is. Kathleen's aggressiveness could jeopardise the road safety campaign. Terry warns Pat that he could be in trouble if he sees Andrea again. 69 Episode 401 - Disagreement Episode 691st September 1986 When Carol discovers that Gordon is gay, she refuses to go on working for Annabelle. Karen and Guy have a row. Heather is back from Hong Kong, and her first visitor is Charlie. Nick throws him out. 70 Episode 402 - Flares Episode 702nd September 1986 When Andrea calls, Terry locks Pat out in the cold with only his pants to keep him warm, and his appeals to Heather for help lead to her discovering that Nick has lied to her. Ruth has tea at the Corkhills', and Paul and Annabelle meet Chris. 71 Episode 403 - Under Pressure Episode 718th September 1986 While Pat is with Andrea, her husband turns up, and Terry has to distract him. Harry challenges Paul to a race. Sandra is determined that Pat is not going to force her out of the house. 72 Episode 404 - Pedal Power Episode 729th September 1986 Sandra disapproves when Pat continues to see Andrea. Billy has a narrow escape from a serious accident at work. Harry and Paul's race to Delamere Forest ends in a draw. 73 Episode 405 - Connection Episode 7315th September 1986 Nick and Charlie have a brush with the law. Dr. Hurrell returns to say goodbye to Sandra and stays overnight. After Damon catches them in bed together, Karen and Guy go to view a flat. Damon meets a girl. 74 Episode 406 - Wondering Episode 7416th September 1986 Gordon is appearing in a television interview, and Paul and Annabelle try to ensure that none of the neighbours watch it. 75 Episode 407 - Newspapers Episode 7522nd September 1986 Karen tells Sandra she plans to move in with Guy. When Sally comes to stay, Harry wants Ralph to give up his bed. A mix-up by the paper boy causes Billy to discover that Gordon is gay. 76 Episode 408 - Flowers Episode 7623rd September 1986 Bobby and Sheila go to tea with Guy and Karen, and Bobby ruins everything with one remark. Heather is being tormented by Nick and Charlie's behaviour. 77 Episode 409 - Could Have Been Episode 7729th September 1986 Ruth seems to know more about Nick than Heather does. Gail plans to have sex with Damon in a hotel room, but there's a man in the bath. Sandra leaves the close with Tony. 78 Episode 410 - Nobody Wants To Know Episode 7830th September 1986 Terry has a small problem with the rent. Damon has to run to catch Gail. Harry buys a huge teddy, but no one seems interested in knowing why. Ruth is forced to reveal the horrifying truth about Nick to Heather. 79 Episode 411 - Too Much, Too Soon Episode 796th October 1986 Harry insists on helping to select a new flatmate for Pat and Terry. 80 Episode 412 - Double Glazing Episode 807th October 1986 Nick has some hard choices to make. Sheila tells Damon he can leave her alone in the house, but a salesman calls and unwittingly reminds her of the rape. 81 Episode 413 - Misconceptions Episode 8113th October 1986 Annabelle begins her training to be a magistrate and isn't very successful. Pat wonders why Gill keeps staring at him. When Bobby comes home, he finds that Gail has taken over. 82 Episode 414 - For His Own good Episode 8214th October 1986 Heather is determined to reform Nick. Annabelle is reluctant to give Damon driving lessons. 83 Episode 415 - Shortcomings Episode 8320th October 1986 Andrea makes it clear that she's only after one thing. Sheila tries to be left alone, and Nick is going to be found out. 84 Episode 416 - Schemes Episode 8421st October 1986 Gordon goes for a job interview. Barry takes Sheila shopping. Harry does some scheming. 85 Episode 417 - Impure Thoughts Episode 8527th October 1986 In his interview, Rod begins to worry about the reputation of the Corkhills. When Sheila finds Gail and Damon coming out of his bedroom, she doesn't believe they were just tidying it. Barry decides it's time to take the law into his own hands. 86 Episode 418 - A Personal Favour Episode 8628th October 1986 Pat and Terry win a trip to Barbados. Billy is not keen on Tracy's intention of becoming a model. Nick begs Heather to let him stay with her. 87 Episode 419 - Financially Embarrassed Episode 873rd November 1986 Julian Tyler is determined to find Billy. Pat and Terry collect their tickets for Barbados. Doreen reaches her credit limit. Heather asks Barry's advice. 88 Episode 420 - Custard Powder Episode 884th November 1986 Gail prepares a meal, but is missing a vital ingredient. When she starts to talk about marriage, Damon starts to panic. Barry makes a prediction. 89 Episode 421 - Taken For a Ride Episode 8910th November 1986 Things get tight for the Corkhills. Pat and Terry set off for Barbados, and although they believe Mrs McArdle is slightly senile, she secretly conceals a package in a locker at the airport. 90 Episode 422 - Getting Suspicious Episode 9011th November 1986 Rod takes his police exams. Heather discovers that Nick has been using her cheque book. Pat thinks he's in love. Harry decides to confiscate a hi-fi from his tenants' home, and Paul treats himself to a video camera and recorder. 91 Episode 423 - Discerning Episode 9117th November 1986 Tommy McArdle's attempts to chat up Gill are not appreciated. Mrs McArdle gives her minders the slip, and Annabelle is irritated when Paul video-records her in the kitchen. 92 Episode 424 - How Could You Episode 9218th November 1986 Sheila discovers why the trial has been postponed, and is annoyed with others for interfering. Paul confronts Barry, believing he is being disloyal to Lucy. Gordon buys a motorbike. 93 Episode 425 - Finishing the Job Episode 9324th November 1986 Pat and Terry find out that they have been duped, and that Tommy now requires them to go to Glasgow. Nick reaches rock bottom when the council decide he is a liability. Annabelle has problems with her freezer. 94 Episode 426 - One Careless Owner Episode 9425th November 1986 Nick tries to raise money so that he can go into a clinic. Doreen wants rid of Jimmy in case he ruins Rod's chances of joining the police. Annabelle has to ask her neighbors to look after a lot of food - and most of them eat it. 95 Episode 427 - Something Missing Episode 951st December 1986 When Annabelle goes round the Close to collect all her food, she discovers there isn't as much as she remembered. Vicki is suspicious of Terry. Harry puts pressure on Sally to move into his house. 96 Episode 428 - Severe Food Poisoning Episode 962nd December 1986 After the meal she has served has not been received quite as well as she hoped, Annabelle feels that she must makes enquires about the state of health of her neighbours. Harry blames himself for the loss of his grandchild. 97 Episode 429 - Found Episode 978th December 1986 The police bring Heather the news that Nick has been found. Gordon discovers that Chris has gone on a skiing holiday. The Corkhills' television is repossessed, and Annabelle decides to give up the catering business. 98 Episode 430 - Too Many Memories Episode 989th December 1986 Pat receives a letter from Avril. Tracy signs up for a hairdressing job. Tragic news forces Heather to decide about her future. 99 Episode 431 - Offences Episode 9915th December 1986 Annabelle finds her first day in court as a magistrate to be something of an anti-climax. Paul accidentally sets off Heather's burglar alarm. Rod wonders whether he really stands a chance of making it into the police force. 100 Episode 432 - Misplaced Loyalty Episode 10016th December 1986 Gordon and Annabelle are not impressed that Paul is gloating because Barry is still expecting Lucy to come home for Christmas. Charlie discovers that Nick is dead. Tracy arrives late at the salon on her first. 101 Episode 433 - Father Christmas Episode 10122nd December 1986 Jimmy brings a Christmas present for Billy, but Doreen isn't convinced that he should accept it. Harry observes some suspicious behaviour involving Father Christmas and some hampers. 102 Episode 434 - Robin Hood Episode 10223rd December 1986 It's party time on the Close, and Gail is trying her luck with more than just one man. Harry overhears Jack explaining his scam, and turns it to his own advantage. Rod's time alone with Kirsty is interrupted when burglars strike next door. 103 Episode 435 - No Joke Episode 10329th December 1986 Guy is distraught because Karen has finished with him and is moving to London. Rod receives potentially useful press coverage. While Doreen confides in Sheila about her financial problems, the electricity at number 10 is disconnected. 104 Episode 436 - All Mod Cons Episode 10430th December 1986 To Rod's dismay, Billy just can't keep his hands off the electrics. Gail gate-crashes a party Damon has gone to. Bobby and Barry have a long chat in the pub.