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

While Angie is psyching herself up for her commercial test, Daphne is also preparing for something very important, and has Sam's full support.

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

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

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

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