Last of the Summer Wine: Series 19
The trio in this series consisted of:
Season 19 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Last of the Summer Wine Season 18.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
The trio in this series consisted of:
Episode Guide
Season 19 Progress Shield
Beware of the Oglethorpe
Jan 4, 1998 · 30 min
Clegg, Compo and Truly bump into an old school mate, who now has a miserable and peaceful life. Compo's afraid to become like him, so he tries to think of ways to improve the trio'
Tarzan Of The Towpath
Jan 11, 1998 · 30 min
The trio ends up rolling down a hill, instead of walking down it, as they did when they were children, but their age proves to speak louder than their will for adventure. Barry's i
Truly And The Hole Truth
Jan 18, 1998 · 30 min
Compo wants to buy a present for Nora but has no money. Auntie Wainwright search Compo's house for something of value to swap for the gift. Truly misses his life as a police office
Oh Howard, We Should Get One Of Those
Jan 25, 1998 · 30 min
Wesley's new creation, a bed on wheels, causes great success. Particularly with Compo, who wants to be the first one to try it, providing he can find the right partner. This time h
The Suit That Attracts Blondes
Feb 1, 1998 · 30 min
Glenda gives one of Barry's old suits to the jumble sale, because she thinks it attracts blondes. Compo ends up buying the suit, with money from Truly and Clegg, and he DOES end up
The Only Diesel Saxophone In Captivity
Feb 8, 1998 · 30 min
Barry buys a new saxophone from Auntie Wainwright. Glenda doesn't let him play indoors, so he has to find a spot outside to practice. The problem starts when Barry discovers in wha
Perfection - Thy Name Is Ridley
Feb 15, 1998 · 30 min
When the local ladies start to gain some interest for a man named Walter Ridley, it's up for the trio to try and find out why he's so highly regarded by all the local women.
Nowhere Particular
Feb 22, 1998 · 30 min
Howard buys a new van, as part of his new scheme to be left in peace with Marina. He even buys some furniture to put on the back of the van, to make it "a little more comfortable".
From Audrey Nash To The Widow Dilhooley
Mar 1, 1998 · 30 min
An old sweetheart of Truly is back in town, after many years living abroad. He spends the day preparing for their reunion, but he certainly takes more than he expected when he sees
Support Your Local Skydiver
Mar 8, 1998 · 30 min
Nora Batty gets a postcard from a Gladwin in the Canary Islands. Compo's jealous, and tries to find something to win her heart back. First he tries to sing, but receives a wet resp