Robin's Nest
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.
Seasons
1. Sleeping Partners
Air Date: 1977-01-11
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.
2. The Bistro Kids
Air Date: 1977-01-18
Opening day approaches at the bistro and Robin has problems with a stuffed bear, half a pig and a Public Health Inspector.
3. A Little Competition
Air Date: 1977-01-25
Robin knew he'd have competition from the restaurant next door, but it turns out to be worse than expected.
4. The Maternal Triangle
Air Date: 1977-02-01
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.
5. Piggy in the Middle
Air Date: 1977-02-08
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...
6. A Matter of Note
Air Date: 1977-02-15
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...
7. Oh Happy Day
Air Date: 1977-02-22
Vicky wonders whether it's time to tie the knot with Robin. A quiet wedding for two is planned, but Nicholls has other plans.
1. As Long as He Needs Me
Air Date: 1978-02-28
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.
2. The Seven Pound Fiddle
Air Date: 1978-03-02
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.
3. Ups & Downs
Air Date: 1978-03-09
The discovery of a cellar underneath the restaurant causes friction between Nicholls and Robin.
4. Three Times Table
Air Date: 1978-03-16
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.
5. Great Expectations
Air Date: 1978-03-23
Victoria thinks she is pregnant, something that delights Robin and upsets Nicholls - though he soon has big plans for his grandchild...
6. Love & Marriage
Air Date: 1978-03-30
The big day has arrived and Robin and Victoria are actually getting married. Will Nicholls interfere with their plans ?
1. You Need Hands
Air Date: 1978-09-25
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.
2. The Candidate
Air Date: 1978-10-02
Nicholls decides to run as a candidate in the local elections, using the restaurant as his campaign headquarters.
3. Just Desserts
Air Date: 1978-10-09
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.
4. Away from All What?
Air Date: 1978-10-16
It has been ages since Vicky and Robin had a holiday. But Nicholls refuses to pay for a stand-in chef.
5. England Expects
Air Date: 1978-10-23
Nicholls' regimental reunion is due, and where better for him to hold it than Robin's Nest ?
6. Once Two is Three
Air Date: 1978-10-30
When Robin has the chance to open a new restaurant in Brighton, Nicholls is determined to scupper the deal.
7. Dinner Date
Air Date: 1978-11-06
An old girlfriend returns to England and recaptures Nicholls' fancy. Is marriage on the cards ?
8. Everything You Wish Yourself
Air Date: 1978-11-13
When is a birthday not a birthday ? And why does Nicholls want to know his daughter's vital statistics ?
9. Be It Ever So Humble
Air Date: 1978-11-20
There's a crisis when Albert resigns as a washer upper and Vicky and Robin discover they've been breaking the law.
10. Day Trippers
Air Date: 1978-11-27
Robin and Vicky decide there's nothing like a nice peaceful picnic on their day off. And that's exactly what they get...
11. The Long Distance Runner
Air Date: 1978-12-04
Has Robin really decided to take up jogging, or does he have other reasons for going out early every morning ?
12. At Harm's Length
Air Date: 1978-12-11
Vicky thinks her Uncle Sam is playing around with another woman. Despite Robin's fears, she decides to take action...
13. The Happy Hen
Air Date: 1978-12-18
Nicholls buys the building next door to Robin's Nest to open an omelette house. However, he ends up with egg on his face.
1. Should Auld Acquaintance
Air Date: 1979-02-22
The bistro, newly decorated and open for business, faces sudden closure after Robin encounters an old friend in dire need.
2. Person Friday Required
Air Date: 1979-03-01
A meeting with an old colleague starts Vicky wondering if it's wise for husbands and wives to work together.
3. Lost Weekend
Air Date: 1979-03-08
Lucky Albert wins a weekend away from it all. But a little conniving turns it into a busman's holiday for Robin and Vicky.
4. Too Many Waiters Spoil the Bistro
Air Date: 1979-03-15
Nicholls plans to boost profits by increasing the number of tables. This leads to an increase in staff - and in problems.
5. September Song
Air Date: 1979-03-22
Robin's relationship with Nicholls hits a new low when Vicky comes home to find them brawling in the street.
6. Sorry Partner
Air Date: 1979-03-29
Robin and Vicky are kept busy when Nicholls tries to recapture lost glory on the badminton court.
7. Albert's Ball
Air Date: 1979-04-05
Albert's anniversary party looks like being his farewell party when Robin's Nest acquires a pest.
8. Christmas at Robin's Nest
Air Date: 1979-12-27
Christmas at Robin's Nest is just like anywhere else - bad tempers and frayed nerves, with just a hint of seasonal goodwill.
1. Pastures New
Air Date: 1980-01-08
Robin is fed up with slaving over a hot stove and decides to fly the nest in favour of warmer climes.
2. A Man of Property
Air Date: 1980-01-15
With Robin and Vicky's baby due, they realise they will need more room in the Nest - but where will they find it ?
3. If You Pass 'Go' Collect £200
Air Date: 1980-01-22
Robin wants to buy out his father-in-law's share of the bistro.
4. Never Look a Gift Horse...
Air Date: 1980-01-29
Prospective grandparents can often get more excited than parents-to-be, and Robin's mother-in-law, Marion, is no exception.
5. Just an Old-Fashioned Girl
Air Date: 1980-02-05
Robin and Vicky become 'go-betweens', for both Nicholls and Gertrude and Albert...
6. Great Expectations
Air Date: 1980-02-12
The signs are all there that the baby is imminent: Nicholls is tense, Robin is having nightmares and Vicky is bored.
7. Christmas at Robin's Nest: No Room at the Inn
Air Date: 1980-12-24
Christmas dinner at the bistro; with three men and a turkey, the family get-together lacks a woman's touch.
1. Move over Darling
Air Date: 1981-02-17
Running a bistro and trying to visit Vicky and the babies isn't easy, so Robin decides to delegate.
2. The Homecoming
Air Date: 1981-02-24
It's time for Vicky and the twins to come home, but Robin and Nicholls cannot agree on whose car she should travel in.
3. No Smoke Without Fire
Air Date: 1981-03-03
Albert suspects Gertrude is seeing another man.
4. When Irish Eyes are Smiling
Air Date: 1981-03-10
In need of a break, Robin and Vicky go to stay with Grandad.
5. Anniversary Waltz
Air Date: 1981-03-17
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 ?
6. Wish You Weren't Here
Air Date: 1981-03-24
When Nicholls decides his daughter needs a bit of a break, his generosity knows no bounds...
7. The Headhunters of SW6
Air Date: 1981-03-31
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 ?
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Rating
6.6/10
Release Date
1977-01-11
Episodes
48 (6 seasons)
Status
Ended
Cast
Production Companies
Thames Television