Local Hero

 is the 17th episode in the series.

Plot synopsis
After saving a little girl from drowning in the pond in a park, Martin is proclaimed a local hero, attracting press attention. Initially modest he soon starts to dine out on it, being extremely boring and causing Howard, Hilda and Paul to hide from him. Ann delivers a few home truths to bring him down to earth, but there is a reward when the child's parents have a park bench dedicated to him.

Appearances

 * Richard Briers as Martin Bryce
 * Penelope Wilton as Ann Bryce
 * Peter Egan as Paul Ryman
 * Stanley Lebor as Howard Hughes
 * Geraldine Newman as Hilda Hughes
 * David Simeon as Reporter
 * Paul Ridley as P.C.
 * Susan Field as Lady in Park