All Creatures Great and Small (Seasons 4-7) - 12-DVD Box Set ( All Creatures Great & Small - Seasons Four to Seven )

All Creatures Great and Small (Seasons 4-7) - 12-DVD Box Set (DVD) (*)

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Alternate Title: All Creatures Great & Small - Seasons Four to Seven
Screened, competed or awarded at:
BAFTA Awards
Emmy Awards
Other Film Festival Awards

Language Selections:
Danish ( Subtitles )
English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 )
Finnish ( Subtitles )
Norwegian ( Subtitles )
Swedish ( Subtitles )

Product Origin/Format:
Sweden ( PAL/Region 2 )

Running Time:
2400 min

Aspect Ratio:
Fullscreen

Special Features:
Box Set
Interactive Menu
Multi-DVD Set
Scene Access

Movie filmed in 1978 and produced in:
United Kingdom ( Great Britain, Ireland )

Directed By:
Peter Moffatt
Michael Brayshaw

Written By:
James Herriot
Johnny Byrne

Actors:
Christopher Timothy ..... James Herriot (90 episodes, 1978-1990)
Robert Hardy ..... Siegfried Farnon (90 episodes, 1978-1990)
Peter Davison ..... Tristan Farnon (65 episodes, 1978-1990)
Lynda Bellingham ..... Helen Herriot (47 episodes, 1988-1990)
Mary Hignett ..... Mrs. Hall (40 episodes, 1978-1980)
Carol Drinkwater ..... Helen / ... (39 episodes, 1978-1985)
John McGlynn ..... Calum Buchanan (24 episodes, 1988-1989)
Margaretta Scott ..... Mrs. Pumphrey (17 episodes, 1978-1990)
Andrea Gibb ..... Deirdre McEwan / ... (14 episodes, 1988-1989)
John Sharp ..... Mr. Biggins / ... (13 episodes, 1978-1990)
Teddy Turner ..... Hodgekin / ... (13 episodes, 1978-1990)
Oliver Wilson ..... Jimmy Herriot (13 episodes, 1985-1988)
Rebecca Smith ..... Rosie Herriot (13 episodes, 1985-1988)
Jean Heywood ..... Mrs. Alton (12 episodes, 1990)
Peter Martin ..... Mr. Hartley / ... (10 episodes, 1978-1990)
Judy Wilson ..... Mrs. Greenlaw (6 episodes, 1985-1988)
James Grout ..... Granville Bennett / ... (6 episodes, 1978-1990)
Fred Feast ..... Jeff Mallock / ... (5 episodes, 1988-1989)
Norman Mann ..... Richard Edmundson (5 episodes, 1978)
Sonia Graham ..... Mrs. Bond (4 episodes, 1978-1989)
Rio Fanning ..... Joe Mulligan / ... (4 episodes, 1978-1990)
Frank Birch ..... Jeff Mallock / ... (4 episodes, 1978-1979)
Ashley Barker ..... Len Birtwhistle / ... (4 episodes, 1978-1989)
Tom Harrison ..... Mr. Buckle / ... (4 episodes, 1978-1988)
Bill Lund ..... Farmhand / ... (4 episodes, 1978-1988)
Pamela Salem ..... Zoe Bennett / ... (4 episodes, 1978-1988)
Tricki Woo ..... Dog (4 episodes, 1978-1989)
John Collin ..... Mr. Alderson (3 episodes, 1978-1983)
Ken Wynne ..... Dennis Pratt (3 episodes, 1978-1990)
Geoffrey Bayldon ..... Geoff Hatfield / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1989)
Janet Davies ..... Mrs. Dalby (3 episodes, 1978)
Peter Ivatts ..... Tom Maxwell / ... (3 episodes, 1980-1988)
Bryan Pringle ..... Grimsdale (3 episodes, 1988-1990)
George Malpas ..... Mr. Dean / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1988)
Jack Watson ..... Cranford / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1990)
Judi Maynard ..... Deborah Mount / ... (3 episodes, 1980-1985)
Margaret Heery ..... Mrs. Dimmock / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1988)
Michael Lees ..... Colonel Bosworth / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1988)
Colin Fay ..... Constable / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1980)
Georgina Melville ..... Diana Brompton (3 episodes, 1978)
Ivor Salter ..... Gobber Newhouse (3 episodes, 1978)
Stan Richards ..... Mr. Dent / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1980)
Dickie Arnold ..... Kendall / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1988)
Katharine Page ..... Aunt Lucy / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1988)
Graham Rigby ..... Mr. Ripley (3 episodes, 1985-1989)
John Who ..... Charlie (3 episodes, 1978)
Anthea Holloway ..... Edna / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1988)
Anna Turner ..... Miss Thompson / ... (3 episodes, 1980-1990)
Nancy Gower ..... Betty (3 episodes, 1978)
Donald Morley ..... Mr. Gregson (3 episodes, 1988)
Alan Starkey ..... Jeweller / ... (3 episodes, 1978-1988)
Steve Halliwell ..... PC Goole / ... (3 episodes, 1983-1990)
Avril Angers ..... Miss Dooley / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1990)
Norman Bird ..... Farmer Benson / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1980)
David Quilter ..... Andrew Bruce (2 episodes, 1988)
Thora Hird ..... Mrs. Clarke (2 episodes, 1989-1990)
Alison Lewis ..... Rosie Herriot (2 episodes, 1990)
Peter Schofield ..... Mr. Pickersgill / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Andrew Crawford ..... Angus Grier (2 episodes, 1978)
Madge Ryan ..... Miss Harbottle (2 episodes, 1978)
James Cossins ..... Aloysius Barge / ... (2 episodes, 1980-1988)
David King ..... Mr. Mount (2 episodes, 1980)
Irene Sutcliffe ..... Sister Rose (2 episodes, 1985-1989)
Derek Hicks ..... Willie Bannister / ... (2 episodes, 1988-1989)
George Selway ..... Soames (2 episodes, 1978)
Lois Baxter ..... Margery Egerton / ... (2 episodes, 1980)
James Garbutt ..... Charlie (2 episodes, 1989-1990)
John Gill ..... Arnie Braithwaite (2 episodes, 1989-1990)
Paul Lyon ..... Jimmy Herriot (2 episodes, 1990)
Sheila Reid ..... Mrs. Donovan (2 episodes, 1978-1990)
Barry Jackson ..... Ken Billings / ... (2 episodes, 1980-1989)
Tom Mennard ..... Mr. Scargill (2 episodes, 1980)
Peter Benson ..... Bernard Wain (2 episodes, 1988-1990)
Ruth Holden ..... Mary Jane Wain / ... (2 episodes, 1988-1990)
Philip Martin Brown ..... Jack Scott (2 episodes, 1988)
Ray Mangion ..... Franco Pedretti (2 episodes, 1989-1990)
Donald Nithsdale ..... Gilling / ... (2 episodes, 1978)
Lorraine Peters ..... Mrs. Calvert / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Elizabeth Millbank ..... Alice McTavish (2 episodes, 1978)
Peggy Ann Wood ..... Mrs. Beck (2 episodes, 1980)
Joan Young ..... Miss Westerman (2 episodes, 1980)
Brian Osborne ..... Bert Chapman (2 episodes, 1988-1990)
Tubby Andrews ..... Hughie (2 episodes, 1989-1990)
Ray Mort ..... Mr. Wiggin / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Edward Peel ..... Dobbs / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Marjorie Sudell ..... Mrs. Butler / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1983)
Joby Blanshard ..... Mr. Bailes / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1980)
Michael Conway ..... Wesley Binks (2 episodes, 1980)
David Cook ..... Mr. Hopps (2 episodes, 1988-1989)
Judy Brooke ..... Susie Thornton (2 episodes, 1989-1990)
June Ellis ..... Mrs. Bellerby / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1989)
John Barrett ..... Kitson / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1980)
Christopher Brown ..... Richard Carmody (2 episodes, 1978)
Michael Holt ..... Mr. Myatt (2 episodes, 1978)
William Hoyland ..... Mr. Blenkinsopp (2 episodes, 1978)
Jessica Sewell ..... Mary Clarke (2 episodes, 1989-1990)
James Bree ..... Humphrey Cobb / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Harry Markham ..... Adamson / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1980)
Al Gillyon ..... Mr. Stokill / ... (2 episodes, 1980)
Maggie Ollerenshaw ..... Mrs. Binks (2 episodes, 1980)
Ralph Bowland ..... Arthur Hardwicke (2 episodes, 1988-1990)
David Miller ..... Mr. Hawley (2 episodes, 1988)
James Ottaway ..... Dick Fawcett / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Madeline Smith ..... Angela Farmer / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1983)
Keith Marsh ..... George Hindley / ... (2 episodes, 1980-1990)
Alan Hockey ..... Duggleby / ... (2 episodes, 1980-1988)
Tony Capstick ..... Clem Hudson / ... (2 episodes, 1985-1989)
Elaine Donnelly ..... Angela Gillard / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1990)
Pearl Hackney ..... Mrs. Crump / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Kristine Howarth ..... Mrs. Pounder (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Rita Giovannini ..... Daphne (2 episodes, 1978)
Nicholas McArdle ..... Mr. Worley (2 episodes, 1978)
John de Frates ..... 2nd Owner / ... (2 episodes, 1980-1988)
Kenneth Waller ..... Mr. Beresford / ... (2 episodes, 1980)
Raymond Witch ..... Mr. Jenkins (2 episodes, 1980)
Carl Rae ..... Ben Hardwicke (2 episodes, 1988-1990)
Ryan O'Neil ..... Tony Scott (2 episodes, 1988)
Martin Matthews ..... Keith Lawrence / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1990)
Ted Carroll ..... Man on Bus / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Lucy Griffiths ..... Mrs. Grier (2 episodes, 1978)
Josephine Antosz ..... Mrs. Bravington / ... (2 episodes, 1980-1990)
Alan Partington ..... Phineas Calvert (2 episodes, 1988)
George Little ..... Walt Barnett (2 episodes, 1978-1985)
Jean Harrington ..... Connie (2 episodes, 1978)
Joe Holmes ..... Dawson / ... (2 episodes, 1978)
Terry Waddington ..... Mr. Weeting (2 episodes, 1980)
Fine Time Fontayne ..... George Forsyth / ... (2 episodes, 1985-1988)
Natalie Clegg ..... Sheila Scott (2 episodes, 1988)
Enid Irvin ..... Mrs. Allen / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Danny James ..... Mr. Meynell / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Johnny Maxfield ..... Farmer / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Eileen Waugh ..... Brenda / ... (2 episodes, 1978)
Nicholas Wright ..... Gipsy Boy / ... (2 episodes, 1978)
Dominique Barnes ..... Rachael Bosworth (2 episodes, 1988)
Jack Featherstone ..... Norman / ... (2 episodes, 1989-1990)
Stephen Bratt ..... William Dalby (2 episodes, 1978)
Paul Clayton ..... Brian Weeting (2 episodes, 1980)
Derry Jordan ..... Tommy (2 episodes, 1978)
Joe Belcher ..... Dan Cooper / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Fred Gaunt ..... Mr. Smithers / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Jackie Shinn ..... Hill / ... (2 episodes, 1979-1988)
Paul Butterworth ..... Dennis Weeting (2 episodes, 1980)
Ted Beyer ..... Mr. Smethurst / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
John Biggerstaff ..... Mr. Fairburn / ... (2 episodes, 1978)
Graham Hamilton ..... Sergeant Hamilton / ... (2 episodes, 1980-1983)
Tim Barker ..... Mr. Hammond (2 episodes, 1983-1990)
Glenn Cunningham ..... Downs / ... (2 episodes, 1988-1990)
Anthony Havering ..... Mr. Bradbury / ... (2 episodes, 1988)
Geoff Oldham ..... Gordon Unwin (2 episodes, 1988)
Wilfred Grove ..... Farmer / ... (2 episodes, 1980-1983)
Frank Windsor ..... David Rayner / ... (2 episodes, 1989-1990)
Eric Dodson ..... Brigadier D'Arcy / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Bryn Ellis ..... Cyril (2 episodes, 1988)
Paul McLain ..... Billy Buckle (2 episodes, 1988)
Danny O'Dea ..... Rupe / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Alan Hulse ..... Mr. Stott / ... (2 episodes, 1985-1988)
Bernard Atha ..... Henry Dickson / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1988)
Jack ..... Dog / ... (2 episodes, 1978-1989)
Terry Pearson ..... Fred (Barman) / ... (2 episodes, 1978)
Bodie ..... Dog / ... (2 episodes, 1989)

Synopsis:

All Creatures Great and Small is much more than the life of a veterinarian. James Herriot is a spanking new graduate from Veterinary School and he accepts employment in a rural area of Yorkshire, England, with the sometimes gruff, usually eccentric, always lovable Siegfried Farnon, a fellow bachelor serving the animal world of the region. On the surface, the stories told through the series look much like they're merely about life in rural Englandwhile under the auspices of a simple country vet. Once one scratches the surface, though, it's easy to see the tales told have more to do with the people than the animals. What makes this even more remarkable is Herriot's stories being used in the context of the time in which they were written, post-WWII, when medicine took a major leap forward. With the introduction of penicillin, machinery replacing large animals and the burst of industry, veterinary work changed dramatically in a short period of time. In addition, animal ownership shifted from large to small animals, as more and more families moved from farms to cities in search of work. Part of the comedy (and tragedy) of this series lies in this changing world causing problems with his work in the form of animal owners not quite prepared to accept the new-fangled ideas of this newly created veterinarian.

Season 4
One of Nature's Little Miracles
S4, Ep1
Jan. 17, 1988
One of Nature's Little Miracles
Siegfried decides the time has come to hire a full-time assistant and he thinks he has the perfect candidate in Calum Buchanan. Tristan is now a full-time employee of the Ministry of Agriculture where he sets his sights on the attractive Deirdre McEwan. Mrs. Pumphrey needs uncle Herriot's help when Tricki Woo goes 'flop bot', yet again. James is invited to join the local milk subcommittee, but is concerned as to whether he can afford it. Siegfried has difficulties with a colleague, Mottram, who is convinced that Siegfried is poaching his clients.

Barks and Bites
S4, Ep2
Jan. 24, 1988
Barks and Bites
Tristan is named the Ministry of Agriculture's sterility adviser for the north riding of the county. As such, he's responsible for promoting the use of artificial insemination to some very doubtful farmers. James acquires a new record player, but is reluctant to let anyone else use it. Rosie accompanies James on his rounds, but nearly has a serious accident. Calum takes up residence in Skeldale House. Tristan is assigned to examine a flock of sheep being exported to the Soviet Union so he and James head off to the docks in Hull.

The Bull with the Bowler Hat
S4, Ep3
Jan. 31, 1988
The Bull with the Bowler Hat
With his new responsibilities, Tristan tries to convince skeptical farmers of the benefits of artificial insemination. Getting nowhere with Deirdre, Tristan accepts Calum's suggestion that she be invited for dinner where Calum will prepare a special dish for them. Unfortunately for Tristan, Deirdre and Calum seem to have a lot in common. James blames himself when a cow he was treating dies and he's now concerned that legal action might be taken against him. He also has to treat Humphrey Cobbs' pregnant dog. There's nothing wrong with the dog except when its owner who,...

The Pig Man Cometh
S4, Ep4
Feb. 7, 1988
The Pig Man Cometh
Siegfried deals with two brothers who are constantly bickering. He also treats Mr. Bootland's sick horse and receives an interesting offer. Lionel Brough decides to buy a pig farm, but runs into problems when his stock fall ill with what James suspects is swine fever. When Tristan finds himself the butt of a farmer's practical joke, he decides to return the favor. Tristan begins to see the writing on the wall when he learns Deirdre left her dogs in Calum's care. When Mrs. Dryden tells James that she is selling her house, he sets his sights on buying it at auction but ...

Hail Caesar!
S4, Ep5
Feb. 14, 1988
Hail Caesar!
Siegfried takes Tristan to task when the bus in which he was a passenger hits and kills one of Lord Brawton's stags. Tristan wasn't driving, but Siegfried feels he should have done more to report the accident. Soon after, venison is available on the market. Tristan and Calum are still vying for Deirdre's affection, but Tristan seems to be making little headway despite his attempts to appreciate all things Scottish. James treats Tricky Woo who, according to Mrs. Pumphrey, is going completely cracker dog. Siegfried treats Mrs. Westby's dog, who is suffering from a ...

Only One Woof
S4, Ep6
Feb. 21, 1988
Only One Woof
James has another encounter with Mr. Biggins, who is convinced the vets are just out to take his money. When his cow dies, he suggests it's James' fault. The vets also meet Jip, a sheep herding dog who has never barked. Siegfried accuses Calum of pandering to panicky clients when he tells them to call the vets anytime, day or night. Tristan assists Mrs. Derrick who wants advice on raising goats. When she tells him her husband is retired, Tristan's picture of an elderly gentleman with a pretty young wife proves to be only half accurate. Calum meets the Duke of ...

Ace, King, Queen, Jack
S4, Ep7
Feb. 28, 1988
Ace, King, Queen, Jack
James is unhappy when Siegfried acquires a second car while he has to put up with his aging heap. Siegfried has a surprise for him however. James treats a dog who has a broken leg which has yet to knit after six weeks in plaster. James is aghast when he's asked to judge the dog competition at the Darrowby Show. Mrs. Pumphrey subsequently informs him that she plans on entering Tricki Woo. Siegfried visits a farmer who has installed a modern milking parlor. He's dismayed however when he diagnoses the possibility of hoof and mouth disease and has to make a report to the ...

...The Healing Touch
S4, Ep8
Mar. 6, 1988
...The Healing Touch
Siegfried takes Calum to task for wasting medical supplies. Of course, he doesn't quite live by his own rules. He also treats a flock of sick turkeys whose owner is convinced the vets are out to cheat him of his hard earned brass. Zoe Bennett and Helen take in lunch at the country club where Helen learns that Granville Bennett is looking for a partner in his small animal practice. Helen is attracted by the financial security this could provide them and gets James to thinking about the possibilities. When he visits Granville with a seriously injured cat, James starts ...

City Slicker
S4, Ep9
Mar. 13, 1988
City Slicker
James' friend from school, Andrew Bruce, visits Darrowby for a few days. Andrew is a London banker who loves the Dales and is thinking of relocating to Darrowby. He accompanies James on his rounds and their first stop is at the Hugills, a farm run by four eccentric, middle-aged brothers. Siegfried visits Mr. Dumbleby, a demanding farmer who rarely pays his bills. James is still considering buying into a partnership with Granville Bennett and Helen in particular seems to be quite keen.

For Richer, for Poorer
S4, Ep10
Mar. 20, 1988
For Richer, for Poorer
James and Helen are proud parents when Jimmy is asked to play in his piano teacher's music recital. James becomes fed up when his car breaks down and it may tip his decision on whether to accept the partnership offer from Granville Bennett. The time has come again for Kit Bilton to slaughter his pig. As usual, he has become so fond of the animal that he can hardly bear it and begs Tristan not to do the deed. Siegfried visits the Hardwicke family who seem to do everything as a pack. Calum is supposed to collect Deirdre at the train station but finds himself literally ...

Season 5
Against the Odds
S5, Ep1
Sep. 3, 1988
Against the Odds
Much is happening in the practice. Helen is bedridden due to a bad back. Calum, much to his chagrin, is dispatched to Ireland for several weeks to undertake tuberculin testing. During a fierce winter storm, James tries desperately to reach a farmer in need. Tristan announced that he has resigned from the Ministry of Agriculture to join the practice full-time: but are Siegfried and James prepared to take him on?

Place of Honour
S5, Ep2
Sep. 10, 1988
Place of Honour
Mrs. Pumphrey consults James and Siefried on the use of music as a means of relaxing Tricky Woo. She then throws a birthday party and surprises uncle Herriot with a special request. In the end, she is astonished to find that Tricky Woo has very specific tastes in music!

Choose a Bright Morning
S5, Ep3
Sep. 17, 1988
Choose a Bright Morning
Calum returns from Ireland and is thrilled to hear that Deirdre will be spending a week in Darrowby; unfortunately, the week doesn't quite go as planned. Siegfried treats a horse after it suffers a serious fall and James is introduced to a family of cat lovers. Tristan meanwhile treats a dog who seems to take great joy in biting him. He subsequently learns that he must go to Ireland for the next month to continue the tuberculin testing.

The Playing Field
S5, Ep4
Sep. 24, 1988
The Playing Field
Life is a bit more hectic than usual at Skeldale House with Siegfried away at a conference, Helen still confined to her bed and Tristan undertaking a round of farewell parties before heading off to Ireland. James' friend Andrew Bruce visits for a week and accompanies him on his rounds. James treats a horse with a mysterious ailment, Calum takes delight in gently tormenting a straight-arrow farmer and everyone grows tired of Tristan's limited culinary skills (which seem limited to bangers and mash - fried sausages and mashed potatoes). James panics when he realizes he ...

When Dreams Come True
S5, Ep5
Oct. 1, 1988
When Dreams Come True
James and Helen make an offer on a house but it's now up to the bank to provide them with a mortgage. Will their less-than-friendly banker oblige? Siegfried starts to lose confidence in their pharmaceutical supplier, Mr. Barge, thinking that he only has remedies from the dark ages. James disagrees and puts Mr. Barge to the test. Calum treats a flock of sheep with an everyday remedy.

A New Chapter
S5, Ep6
Oct. 8, 1988
A New Chapter
Helen is packing for the move to their new house and expresses concern when James and Calum must visit Granville Bennett with a sick dog requiring an urgent operation. James confidently assures her that she has nothing to worry about. With the operation complete, Granville suggests they attend a veterinary lecture at a nearby village. To no one's surprise, Granville's main interest seems to be in the buffet dinner and open bar and both James and Calum return home somewhat the worse for wear. While he is away, James' pet dog Dan has a heart attack and James may have a ...

A Present from Dublin
S5, Ep7
Oct. 15, 1988
A Present from Dublin
A busy time for Calum. He must perform a minor operation on 'Puppy' but James' advice on administering the sedative doesn't seem to quite work. He also needs to operate on a sick cow, but has some difficulty keeping the owners focused on the task at hand. Calum also receives a visit from Molly McFeely, with whose family he stayed with while in Ireland - and Deirdre decides to visit at the same time. James meanwhile receives an invitation to examine Lord Buttermere's new stallion.

The Salt of the Earth
S5, Ep8
Oct. 22, 1988
The Salt of the Earth
Still short-handed with Tristan away in Ireland, Siegfried proudly announces that he has arranged for a vet, Willy Bannister, to assist them for a fortnight. To Calum's dismay, Willie is teetotaller who is fond of opera, but he brightens somewhat when Willy claims to be a good cook. James has to deal with the Wains, a brother-sister team of farmers who have somewhat different approach to life and work.

Cheques and Balances
S5, Ep9
Oct. 29, 1988
Cheques and Balances
Siegfried goes on the warpath as a result of the number of farmers not paying their bills - in one case, no payment for three years! They draw up a black list of the worst offenders and decide to tackle the issue head on. But Siegfried doesn't worry when rumors have Major Bullen being bankrupt - as he is a gentleman, Siegfried is quite sure the Major will pay up. James once again has to deal with Mr. Biggins, who is constantly worried about paying too much for veterinary services.

The Female of the Species
S5, Ep10
Nov. 5, 1988
The Female of the Species
Siegfried decides to take on a new student for a bit of practical experience. Calum is none too pleased but the student is a close friend's only child and he won't hear any complaints. Calum is also in a bad mood when Deirdre has to leave earlier than planned but regrets her departure less when the student, Emma Styles, arrives. She accompanies him on his rounds and he is quite taken with her but he questions whether it's practical for a woman to be involved in heavy animal work. Jack Sanders dog doesn't seem to be recovering from a fairly minor cut.

The Jackpot
S5, Ep11
Nov. 12, 1988
The Jackpot
Having just returned from a two week holiday in Scotland, James has trouble re-adjusting to work. On his first day back, he does his rounds in shorts, much to the amusement of local farmers. Siegfried heads off on his own holiday and that means a lot of extra work for both Calum and James. Deirdre come to spend a week to help them out and the practice receives an unexpected visit from a nearby vet. James and Helen attend the local horses races where James places a bet on a horse called The Jackpot.

Two of a Kind
S5, Ep12
Nov. 19, 1988
Two of a Kind
Calum nurses a young fox back to health but releasing it back to the wild proves to be more challenging than expected. Deirdre unexpectedly shows up in Darrowby on business, but is with someone called Anthony. Siegfried purchases a television in time to see the inaugural TV broadcast in the Dales; he even helps out one of the locals who won a television in a raffle. James and Helen treat an elderly gentleman's cat and only later realize that the owner is also in great need of care.

Season 6
Here and There
S6, Ep1
Sep. 2, 1989
Here and There
With their families away in London for a week, Siegfried suggests that he and James move into Skeldale House. Siegfried has visions of re-living those glorious days, now past, where he and James would spend long evenings talking about everything under the sun. On the first evening, they realize they don't have much to talk about. Their presence also interferes with Calum and Deirdre's private time together. James also meets Basil, now working as a cowman for a local farmer but who seems to have taken up a wide variety of jobs in his life; he's also less than reliable ...

The Course of True Love
S6, Ep2
Sep. 9, 1989
The Course of True Love
It's February 1952 and Calum and Deirdre have a terrible row. She would like to talk more, hopefully about setting a date for their wedding, while Calum hasn't a clue why she is acting the way she is. Siegfried decides to try and play matchmaker and get the two of them back together again. Meanwhile, James meets Mr. Potts, a one-time client who is now elderly and retired and takes to visiting him and wife in their home from time to time to relieve some of their loneliness. Everyone is saddened by the sudden death of King George VI.

The Call of the Wild
S6, Ep3
Sep. 16, 1989
The Call of the Wild
Siegfried and Calum visit Mrs. Bond to treat one of her menagerie of cats. To his shock and dismay, Siegfried thinks he sees Boris, one of her more vicious tomcats that he was sure he had put down the year before. Turns out it's 'son of Boris' and Calum is subsequently called to treat him. Siegfried angrily criticizes Calum for having wildlife in the surgery, but then regrets his action when Calum receives the job offer of a lifetime: vet in a wild game reserve in Nova Scotia. James helps Mrs. Hazlitt determine if her pet has been properly trained as a sheepdog. For ...

The Nelson Touch
S6, Ep4
Sep. 23, 1989
The Nelson Touch
Siegfried calls on the Blackwoods to treat a sick dog, but soon realizes that another member of the household is in need of care and arranges for the local doctor to pay a visit. Siegfried also has to deal with the very odd Mr. Hopps who seeks his advice on the care of his dog. Hopps never produces the dog however and Siegfried becomes aware that he is taking advantage of the situation at the Blackwood farm. James has trouble communicating with the farmhands at Lord Hulton's estate - until they decide he can do no wrong when picking winners for the football pools!

Blood and Water
S6, Ep5
Sep. 30, 1989
Blood and Water
With Calum now in Nova Scotia and Tristan away, Siegfried arranges for Willie Bannister to assist them for a period of time. Once again, Willie has a very pretty new girlfriend, Glenys, but their pub lunch doesn't quite go as planned. James is called out to examine a dead rabbit and meets the Strong brothers who are obviously feuding and reportedly haven't spoken for nearly fifty years. Turns out Roland Strong is putting something quite special on his cabbages and this may be the cause of the problem. Mr. Hartley ropes Siegfried into speaking to a local farmers group....

Where Sheep May Safely Graze
S6, Ep6
Oct. 7, 1989
Where Sheep May Safely Graze
James and Helen are worried about David Braithwaite, a local sheep farmer who is quite depressed since the death of his wife the year before. He loses all interest in farming and decides to sell his farm. The local confectioner, Mr. Hatfield, has a sick cat and while James does his best to treat the cat, Mrs. Pumphrey and Mrs. Tibbett take an interest in Mr. Hatfield's well-being. Mrs. Pumphrey hears that James has a serious cough and advises him that Tricki Woo is most concerned.

The New World
S6, Ep7
Oct. 14, 1989
The New World
James has to deal with Vernon Harker, a lazy farmer who neglects his stock and simply doesn't follow the vet's advice. Siegfried receives a surprise visitor in the surgery: Lady Hulton and her cat Bess, who has an eye infection. She usually visits Granville Bennett, but he is away on holidays and is surprised at Siegfried's interest in small animals. Siegfried in turn decides the time has come to focus more on small animal care. James calls on Sister Rose, who cares for stray dogs, and treats a lame pup.

Mending Fences
S6, Ep8
Oct. 21, 1989
Mending Fences
Siegfried becomes annoyed with Jenny Garston and David Rayner who are constantly bickering, usually about horses. Both have mares in foal and are convinced they know more about horses than the other. It's all the more complicated because his nephew is married to her daughter and they will soon have a child. Siegfried and James have a quiet pint of ale (during off hours) with Reg, the owner of the Black Horse, just when PC Gould decides to see exactly what is happening. The vets have think on their feet to make things right.

Big Fish, Little Fish
S6, Ep9
Oct. 28, 1989
Big Fish, Little Fish
Siegfried once again gets James to play cricket in a charity match for the village against the county team. The tables are turned however when James is injured and Siegfried is pressed into service. Bob and Rachel Taylor are worried about their lame horse, Maggie. Siegfried operated on the animal, but she seems to going down hill. Siegfried is accompanied oh his rounds by young Colin Appleby, who has sick goldfish.

In Whom We Trust
S6, Ep10
Nov. 4, 1989
In Whom We Trust
Roddy Travers, a one-time resident of Darrowby, returns to the village. Roddy is an itinerant handyman and many, including Siegfried are happy to see him back. Unfortunately, a rash of petty thefts coincides with his return and he immediately falls under suspicion. James helps Sam Witchell whose sheep are being attacked and who suspects Roddy's dog, Murphy. Turns out there is a thief, but its more of the four-legged variety. As for the dead sheep, the true culprit is finally identified, and just in time.

The Rough and the Smooth
S6, Ep11
Nov. 11, 1989
The Rough and the Smooth
Siegfried treats an over-active horse owned by the rather eccentric Darnley sisters, one of whom is convinced that Siegfried's powers over horses borders on witchcraft. James has several encounters with Mr Ripley who inconveniences the vets by keeping his gate padlocked. Mr. Ramsey leaves his Great Dane in the care of the vets.

The Best Time
S6, Ep12
Nov. 18, 1989
The Best Time
Old Mrs. Clarke refuses to have anything to with her young neighbour, Franco Pedretti, because he is Italian and her son was killed in Italy in WW II. Siegfried tries to bring the two together and it turns out the two have a lot in common. James works with Bert Longshaw who is having major problems with some imported cows. Finally, Tricki Woo requires surgery, but Mrs. Pumphrey opts for a non-invasive, medical treatment, with particularly interesting side effects!

Season 7
The Prodigal Returns
S7, Ep1
Sep. 1, 1990
The Prodigal Returns
Tristan returns to Darrowby after a lengthy absence and James decides to welcome him back in grand style - by playing a practical joke. He has Helen complete a romantic welcome back card and sign it Susie Parker. The last time Tristan saw Susie he was so drunk he couldn't remember if he had proposed to her. With both James and Sigfried now living away, Tristan will be the only occupant of Skeldale House and Sigfried's arranged for a new housekeeper, the widowed Mrs. Alton. Tristan is none too pleased that Sigfried has done this without consulting him but changes his ...

Knowin' How to Do It
S7, Ep2
Sep. 8, 1990
Knowin' How to Do It
James tries his hand at carpentry, hoping to build a birthday present for Helen. Things aren't working out quite as planned however so he seeks advice from a local cabinet-maker. Tristan accidentally injects newlywed Nat Briggs with an abortion serum and the farmer is now convinced that he will never father any children. Siegfried is convinced that something is seriously wrong with Tristan when he suddenly stops going to the Drovers. .

If Music Be the Food of Love
S7, Ep3
Sep. 15, 1990
If Music Be the Food of Love
Tristan takes a sudden interest in the local choir - or more specifically, one of the choir members, Jane Mercer. When she takes an interest in a donkey that is ill-fed, Tristan goes well beyond the call of duty to support her. A visit from Granville Bennett with a sick dog, Persephone, is a pleasure for everyone in the practice. When James finds out that he is to be on his own with Granville for an evening at the pub however, he redoubles his resolve to not over-imbibe. Biggins is still up to his old antics getting the vets out to his farm at all hours but not being ...

A Friend for Life
S7, Ep4
Sep. 22, 1990
A Friend for Life
James and Siegfried have to deal with the Shadwells whose cattle are seriously ill. Bill Shadwell will soon be retiring and apparently refuses to face facts and the whole situation is causing considerable friction in the Shadwell family. Siegfried has to convince Mr. Grimsdale that his bull requires a operation. Unfortunately, Grimsdale is as concerned about his money as he is about the bull. Tristan is having fun with his latest toy - a cumbersome army surplus metal detector.

Spring Fever
S7, Ep5
Sep. 29, 1990
Spring Fever
Tristan gets a visit from an old school friend, St. John, a bon vivant whom Siegfried took a dislike to long ago. Tristan can't bring himself to tell Siegfried he is staying at Skeldale House and as a result, he must also keep it secret from Mrs. Alton. Mrs. Donovan is again dispensing veterinary advice to all who will listen. Tristan is smitten - yet again - with a lovely client, Rosemary Brocklehurst, who has a sick tortoise.

Out with the New
S7, Ep6
Oct. 6, 1990
Out with the New
Everyone in Darrowby is preparing for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. Tristan has taken himself off to London to take in the event live. Rosie is to play a princess in the school pageant but has come down with the flu and Jimmy, who is to play the Archbishop, thinks his cloak makes him look like a sissy. James has to treat Wolfie, a dog who appears to live up to his name. Thieves are taking advantage of some of the elderly residents of Darrowby. Siegfried tries his hand at a herbal remedy to treat a sick sheep.

Food for Thought
S7, Ep7
Oct. 13, 1990
Food for Thought
Siegfried gets a visit from his old friend, Stewie Brannan, who is on his way home after attending a conference in London. Stewie is in a bit of a pickle, however as it seems that while at the conference, he drunkenly invited the renowned Professor Norton to dinner. The Professor accepted and now Stewie turns to Siegfried for assistance in hosting the dinner. Bernard Wain is a farmer who is sensitive to bad odors and he has taken up James' suggestion of wearing a handkerchief over his nose when required. This leads to a interesting encounter with the local ...

A Cat in Hull's Chance
S7, Ep8
Oct. 20, 1990
A Cat in Hull's Chance
James says he wants to build a tennis court in the garden. Rosie decides she would like to be a vet and accompanies her dad on his rounds, but James seems less than enthusiastic at the prospect. He's doesn't think a large-animal practice is suitable for women and sets about showing Rosie the less appealing side of a being a country vet. Siegfried loses a patient when a cat in his care decides to hitch a ride in traveling salesman's van.

A Grand Memory for Forgetting
S7, Ep9
Oct. 27, 1990
A Grand Memory for Forgetting
Siegfried treats Captain Crawford's sick horse. The Captain is a newcomer to Darrowby along with his apparently surly son, Hugh. James treats Arnie Braithwaite's dog, who may have diabetes. Dennis Pratt is seriously behind in paying his bills and the vets decide to have another go at him in the hope of getting something on account. Siegfried pays a call on the Hardwickes and again finds himself unable to get home - this time, he seems to have lost his car keys. James and Siegfried treat a badly injured dog.

Old Dogs, New Tricks
S7, Ep10
Nov. 3, 1990
Old Dogs, New Tricks
Siegfried's university friend, Henry Clintock, moves to the area and Siegfried tries to arrange for Ewan Ross, whose veterinary practice is still in decline, to be his regular vet. James and Siegfried agree to care for Tricki Woo when Mrs. Pumphrey is away to France. James panics however when Tricki disappears. James provides advice to a young farmer on the purchase of a flock of sheep.

Hampered
S7, Ep11
Nov. 10, 1990
Hampered
Tristan is back from helping Stewie Brannon with his practice and is once again in love, this time with Mrs. Pumphrey's attractive niece Angela Mortimer. Angela is best described as morose, never smiling and terribly unhappy owing to a recent broken engagement. He invites her to go on a picnic and then accompany him on a call. Her reaction to a mishap puts him off. Sigfried's family is away and so moves into Skeldale House temporarily. Unfortunately, he also has a broken bone in his foot and Mrs. Alton has him on rations of chicken soup. Mrs. Pumphrey gets James to be...

Promises to Keep
S7, Ep12
Nov. 17, 1990
Promises to Keep
Tristan is upset when Siegfried criticizes him for sleeping in. Siegfried assumed Tristan was out partying when in fact he had spent most of the night treating a sick cow. Tristan is convinced that Siegfried and James are always giving him the dirty jobs, so he and Siegfried swap rounds for the day. Tristan first call is to treat Mr. Sutcliffe's rather large pig. Siegfried has to deal with Mrs. Clarke, whose lambs are failing. Turns out her own health may not be what it once was. James advises Franco Pedretti, who is hoping to marry but doesn't quite know how to ...

Brotherly Love
S7, Ep13
Dec. 24, 1990
Brotherly Love
Christmas 1955 is fast approaching but the vets are dealing with their usual assortment of diseased animals and entertaining locals. James is particularly proud of Frank Gillard's farm. Gillard also keeps racing pigeons and Mr. Biggins accuse the birds of importing hoof and mouth disease. When Gillard's cattle develop the dreaded disease, he has no choice but to destroy his herd. Tristan buys himself a fancy Daimler coupe but then can't quite pay back the money he borrowed from Sigfried who gives him until Christmas day to settle up or he will take possession of the ...

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