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Robin Tripp, now a fully qualified, unemployed chef, harbours dreams of opening his own bistro. He is helped by his girlfriend Vicky - but hindered by her father.

Sleeping Partners

Opening day approaches at the bistro and Robin has problems with a stuffed bear, half a pig and a Public Health Inspector.

The Bistro Kids

Robin knew he'd have competition from the restaurant next door, but it turns out to be worse than expected.

A Little Competition

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.

The Maternal Triangle

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...

Piggy in the Middle

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...

A Matter of Note

Vicky wonders whether it's time to tie the knot with Robin. A quiet wedding for two is planned, but Nicholls has other plans.

Oh Happy Day

James Nicholls is unwell and Vicky feels she should move in to look after him. Robin fears it's a plan to force them apart.

As Long as He Needs Me

Money is missing from the till. Nicholls blames Albert and sacks him. But when it becomes clear he is not guilty, they have trouble finding him to apologise - especially with the police involved.

The Seven Pound Fiddle

The discovery of a cellar underneath the restaurant causes friction between Nicholls and Robin.

Ups & Downs

Robin decides to 'go continental' and put tables outside the restaurant. This annoys the owner of the steakhouse next door and he makes a take-over bid for Robin's Nest.

Three Times Table

Victoria thinks she is pregnant, something that delights Robin and upsets Nicholls - though he soon has big plans for his grandchild...

Great Expectations

The big day has arrived and Robin and Victoria are actually getting married. Will Nicholls interfere with their plans ?

Love & Marriage

Despite Nicholls' grand plans for a cabaret, the restaurant has bigger problems: Robin has damaged his cooking arm, and Albert refuses to lend a hand.

You Need Hands

Nicholls decides to run as a candidate in the local elections, using the restaurant as his campaign headquarters.

The Candidate

Nicholls gets his fingers burned when an old flame of Robin's returns. Robin flies the nest and moves in with his father-in-law.

Just Desserts

It has been ages since Vicky and Robin had a holiday. But Nicholls refuses to pay for a stand-in chef.

Away from All What?

Nicholls' regimental reunion is due, and where better for him to hold it than Robin's Nest ?

England Expects

When Robin has the chance to open a new restaurant in Brighton, Nicholls is determined to scupper the deal.

Once Two is Three

An old girlfriend returns to England and recaptures Nicholls' fancy. Is marriage on the cards ?

Dinner Date

When is a birthday not a birthday ? And why does Nicholls want to know his daughter's vital statistics ?

Everything You Wish Yourself

There's a crisis when Albert resigns as a washer upper and Vicky and Robin discover they've been breaking the law.

Be It Ever So Humble

Robin and Vicky decide there's nothing like a nice peaceful picnic on their day off. And that's exactly what they get...

Day Trippers

Has Robin really decided to take up jogging, or does he have other reasons for going out early every morning ?

The Long Distance Runner

Vicky thinks her Uncle Sam is playing around with another woman. Despite Robin's fears, she decides to take action...

At Harm's Length

Nicholls buys the building next door to Robin's Nest to open an omelette house. However, he ends up with egg on his face.

The Happy Hen

The bistro, newly decorated and open for business, faces sudden closure after Robin encounters an old friend in dire need.

Should Auld Acquaintance

A meeting with an old colleague starts Vicky wondering if it's wise for husbands and wives to work together.

Person Friday Required

Lucky Albert wins a weekend away from it all. But a little conniving turns it into a busman's holiday for Robin and Vicky.

Lost Weekend

Nicholls plans to boost profits by increasing the number of tables. This leads to an increase in staff - and in problems.

Too Many Waiters Spoil the Bistro

Robin's relationship with Nicholls hits a new low when Vicky comes home to find them brawling in the street.

September Song

Robin and Vicky are kept busy when Nicholls tries to recapture lost glory on the badminton court.

Sorry Partner

Albert's anniversary party looks like being his farewell party when Robin's Nest acquires a pest.

Albert's Ball

Christmas at Robin's Nest is just like anywhere else - bad tempers and frayed nerves, with just a hint of seasonal goodwill.

Christmas at Robin's Nest

Robin is fed up with slaving over a hot stove and decides to fly the nest in favour of warmer climes.

Pastures New

With Robin and Vicky's baby due, they realise they will need more room in the Nest - but where will they find it ?

A Man of Property

Robin wants to buy out his father-in-law's share of the bistro.

If You Pass 'Go' Collect £200

Prospective grandparents can often get more excited than parents-to-be, and Robin's mother-in-law, Marion, is no exception.

Never Look a Gift Horse...

Robin and Vicky become 'go-betweens', for both Nicholls and Gertrude and Albert...

Just an Old-Fashioned Girl

The signs are all there that the baby is imminent: Nicholls is tense, Robin is having nightmares and Vicky is bored.

Christmas dinner at the bistro; with three men and a turkey, the family get-together lacks a woman's touch.

Christmas at Robin's Nest: No Room at the Inn

Running a bistro and trying to visit Vicky and the babies isn't easy, so Robin decides to delegate.

Move over Darling

It's time for Vicky and the twins to come home, but Robin and Nicholls cannot agree on whose car she should travel in.

The Homecoming

Albert suspects Gertrude is seeing another man.

No Smoke Without Fire

In need of a break, Robin and Vicky go to stay with Grandad.

When Irish Eyes are Smiling

With all the food pre-cooked for a private party, it seems the ideal night for Vicky and Robin to go out. What could go wrong ?

Anniversary Waltz

When Nicholls decides his daughter needs a bit of a break, his generosity knows no bounds...

Wish You Weren't Here

When Robin is offered a lucrative new job, Nicholls has no option but to put the restaurant up for sale. Is this the end of Robin's Nest ?

The Headhunters of SW6

Robin's Nest is a British sitcom starring Richard O'Sullivan as Robin Tripp, one of the lead characters in the sitcom, Man About The House, which had ended on 7 April 1976. 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. It was made by Thames Television and aired on ITV.

The Best Seasons of Robin's Nest

The Best Seasons of Robin's Nest

Season 1

Season 3

Season 2

Season 5

Season 6

Season 4