The BEST episodes of Hi-de-Hi! season 5
Every episode of Hi-de-Hi! season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Hi-de-Hi! season 5!
Set in the 1950s, Jeffrey Fairbrother takes a job as entertainment manager at Maplins Holiday Camp where the guests are the last thing on the mind of the staff. Whilst "in charge" he attracts the amorous attentions of funny Welsh-talking Gladys Pugh, the Chief yellow coat. Meanwhile Ted Bovis, the camp comic, runs the show whilst Peggy, the cleaner, aspires to become a yellow coat.
#1 - The Graven Image
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/8/1984
The camp is all prepared for the unveiling of the new Joe Maplin statue. Alas, several factors, including Spike's uncharacteristic drunkenness, ensure that the ceremony does not run smoothly.
#2 - The Marriage Settlement
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/18/1983
Jeffrey finally agrees to divorce his wife, but in order to do so, he will require the help of a highly improbable source.
#3 - Peggy's Pen Friend
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/15/1984
Peggy raises a few eyebrows among the staff when she informs them she has a new boyfriend.
#4 - The Epidemic
Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/22/1984
The staff are expecting a visit from Joe Maplin, when there is an outbreak of 'Chads' - a form of graffiti. As an indirect result, Barry injures his back.
#5 - Concessions
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/27/1983
Ted deceives Jeffrey in order to keep a private booking at a local function.
#6 - Empty Saddles
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/11/1983
Fred is in for a devastating blow when Joe Maplin makes a decision concerning the camp's horses.
#7 - Save Our Heritage
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/4/1983
Joe Maplin commands Jeffrey to assist with the demolition of a nearby cottage, which stands in the way of the camp's new extension.