Episode 2164 (28th December 1981)

Plot
Sylvia Hicks calls on Mike whilst visiting her parents. Eddie tells Annie about a pub which has started a cocktail hour. She refuses to consider the idea. Emily phones the solicitors and discovers Arnold has died. Annie hears from Mike that all the best pubs have a cocktail hour. She feels it could help trade. Mike asks Elsie to help him win a business deal by making up a foursome with a buyer. She agrees. Emily feels guilty for not visiting Arnold in hospital when he wanted her. Annie announces a cocktail hour between 5.30 and 6.30, during which time beer will be 10p cheaper and spirits half price. The regulars get drunk.

Guest cast

 * Sylvia Hicks - Debbie Arnold