TV series

Robin's Nest

Name: Robin's Nest
Released: 1977
Cast: Richard O'Sullivan, Tessa Wyatt, Tony Britton, David Kelly

1977–1981· 6 seasons· 30 min episodes★ 6.7Ended

On ITV1 — From Thames Television

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Synopsis

Robin's Nest is a British sitcom, a spin-off from Man About the House, focusing on Richard O'Sullivan as Robin Tripp. It aired for six series from 11 January 1977 to 31 March 1981, and co-starred Tessa Wyatt as Robin's girlfriend – and later wife – Vicky, and Tony Britton as her father.

Themes

restaurant spin off chef one armed man sitcom

Episodes

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E1 Sleeping PartnersNext upJan 11, 1977 · 30 min
Synopsis
Now a fully qualified but unemployed chef, Robin Tripp harbours dreams of opening his own bistro. He is helped by his girlfriend Vicky Nicholls — but hindered by her father James.
Guest stars: John Barrett (Stan), Jeannette Farrier (Mary), Hilda Braid (Clerk)
E2 The Bistro KidsJan 18, 1977 · 30 min
Synopsis
Opening day approaches at the bistro and Robin has problems with a stuffed bear, half a pig and a Public Health Inspector.
Guest stars: Duncan Lamont (Mr MacGregor), Michael Hawkins (Mr Lord), John Sharp (Butcher), Albert Moses (Conductor), Rex Graham (Off Licensee), Margaret Lacey (Old Lady), Julian Littman (Signwriter)
E3 A Little CompetitionJan 25, 1977 · 30 min
Synopsis
Robin knew he'd have competition from the restaurant next door, but it turns out to be worse than expected.
Guest stars: Geoffrey Whitehead (Anthony), Luan Peters (Elizabeth), Derek Deadman (Workman), Harry Littlewood (Workman), Alan Guy (Workman), Michael Angelis (Waiter), Gary McDermott (Customer), Rosemary Frankau (Customer)
E4 The Maternal TriangleFeb 1, 1977 · 30 min
Synopsis
Robin is not keen to meet Vicky's mother, since he's heard she has a nasty habit of hitting people on the nose. The new dish washer thinks he can cope single-handed, but Vicky isn't sure.
Guest stars: David Kelly (Albert Riddle), Honor Blackman (Marion Nicholls), Frank Gatliff (Mr Evans), Geoffrey Cousins (Husband), Dany Clare (Wife), Richard Bartlett (Hairdresser)
E5 Piggy in the MiddleFeb 8, 1977 · 30 min
Synopsis
Vicky's father decides the restaurant needs some splashes of colour on the walls. Fortunately, he's romantically involved with a young female artist who thinks he is up to the job...
Guest stars: David Kelly (Albert Riddle), Judy Loe (Sarah), Robert Grange (Paul)
E6 A Matter of NoteFeb 15, 1977 · 30 min
Synopsis
When a counterfeit ten pound note finds its way into the bistro till, Robin must attend a police ID parade. But he picks the wrong man and worries about sparking off an underworld vendetta...
Guest stars: David Kelly (Albert Riddle), Glyn Houston (Police Sgt. Collins), Robert Gillespie (DS Burke), Derek Seaton (Const. Browne), Mike Lewin (Const. Wills), Charlotte Howard (Mrs Collins), Frank Tregear (Taylor), Roy Herrick (Customer)
E7 Oh Happy DayFeb 22, 1977 · 30 min
Synopsis
Vicky wonders whether it's time to tie the knot with Robin. A quiet wedding for two is planned, but Nicholls has other plans.
Guest stars: David Kelly (Albert Riddle), Charles Morgan (Registrar), Rose Power (Agnes), Betty Morgan (Doris), Val Boothman (Customer), Claire Davenport (Fat Lady)