Episode 1182 (15th May 1972)

Plot
Maggie returns from visiting Gordon. Archie Crabtree swears vengeance on the porch thief. Rita tells Len she has to vacate by the end of the week. Rita introduces Len to her husband Harry Bates, convinced Len will get them a house. Sid Bolton, Brewery rep, asks Billy if he's thought of running the Rovers.

Guest cast

 * Harry Bates - William Symons
 * Sid Bolton - Peter Ivatts

Notable dialogue
Ernie Bishop: "I sometimes think the corner shop replaces the chapel for telling troubles."