Oh Dr Beeching!

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  • BBC One
  • Comedy

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2x1
No Milk for the Minister
Episode overview
There is a crisis when May has no milk in her buffet, and the Minister of Transport decides to pay a visit. Mr Parkin has installed a "Position Closed" sign in the Booking Office, which .. show full overview
2x2
Father's Day
Episode overview
There is confusion over whether Jack or Cecil is Gloria's real father.
2x3
The Gravy Train
Episode overview
Jack finds a suitcase full of hundreds of five-pound notes, and it seems that all his worries are over, until Percy the Guard tells the station staff some important news.
2x4
The Van
Episode overview
British Railways decide to issue Mr Parkin with a van, following his appointment as Station Master of three smaller stations in addition to Hatley. Unfortunately, he can't drive.
2x5
Lucky Strike
Episode overview
When Ralph, the trainee engine driver, decides to go on strike following an outrage, Gloria Skinner is non too pleased when she hears her mother's suggestion for persuading him to change his mind.
2x6
Love Is a Very Splendid Thing
Episode overview
Ethel becomes completely smitten with Joe, an American airman, when she meets him by chance in a cafe and ends up going to the pictures with him. Wilfred is not too happy, and takes drastic action.
2x7
A Bowl in the Hand
Episode overview
It's the Hatley Bowls Club Outing. Cecil Parkin is all dressed for the occasion, having posted Jack Skinner to stay behind on duty. However, Mr Orkindale insists that Jack comes instead. .. show full overview
2x8
Action Stations
Episode overview
The Hatley staff have a busy day ahead when Lady Lawrence's chauffeur tells them that Lady Lawrence will be coming to the station that very evening to meet a very important guest - none other than Dr Beeching himself!
2x9
A Pregnant Pause
Episode overview
After a shaky training day on the "Flamin' new diesels", Arnold suspects he's going to get the push and takes drastic steps to make sure he doesn't. May and Jack are equally as worried about whether now is the right time for another baby.
2x10
Ton Up
Episode overview
Hatley station is 100 years old, and a celebration is planned including a photo and news article. Ralph drives the train to a successful end and the staff dress in period clothing, after .. show full overview

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