A man is interested in buying a musket rest from the Blakeys, which they have been using as a clothesline prop. Frank receives a letter asking him to apply for a teaching job, in Essex. George discovers that Alison has decided to no longer stock his brand of boot polish. He upsets her by saying that Amy had more thought for her customers. Janie receives a letter from Carol stating she's not coming home as she has a new boyfriend and they're going to Africa together. George sells Laura's horse to Mr. Potter. He decides to divorce Laura. Annie goes through some old photos with Matt. They reflect on the year they've had. Joe, Henry, Alison, Frank and Janie see in the New Year at The Woolpack. Janie is forced to tell Joe about Carol.