Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith) is looking forward to taking sole charge of the Grantleigh Manor estate after the death of her husband.
Unfortunately, the Manor has to be sold to cover outstanding debts.
The new owner is Richard De Vere (Peter Bowles), the Managing Director of a major supermarket chain.
Audrey makes sure she's on hand to keep an eye on him by buying The Old Lodge on the edge of the Manor grounds.
Series: 3
Episodes: 22
Transmitted: 1979-2007
Channel: BBC1
BBC Television