About this season
Robin's Nest is a British sitcom, a spin-off from Man About the House, focusing on Richard O'Sullivan as Robin Tripp. It aired for six series from 11 January 1977 to 31 March 1981, and co-starred Tessa Wyatt as Robin's girlfriend – and later wife – Vicky, and Tony Britton as her father.
Episodes (7)
1. Sleeping Partners
Aired 11 January 1977 • 30 min
Now a fully qualified but unemployed chef, Robin Tripp harbours dreams of opening his own bistro. He is helped by his girlfriend Vicky Nicholls — but hindered by her father James.
2. The Bistro Kids
Aired 18 January 1977 • 30 min
Opening day approaches at the bistro and Robin has problems with a stuffed bear, half a pig and a Public Health Inspector.
3. A Little Competition
Aired 25 January 1977 • 30 min
Robin knew he'd have competition from the restaurant next door, but it turns out to be worse than expected.
4. The Maternal Triangle
Aired 1 February 1977 • 30 min
Robin is not keen to meet Vicky's mother, since he's heard she has a nasty habit of hitting people on the nose. The new dish washer thinks he can cope single-handed, but Vicky isn't sure.
5. Piggy in the Middle
Aired 8 February 1977 • 30 min
Vicky's father decides the restaurant needs some splashes of colour on the walls. Fortunately, he's romantically involved with a young female artist who thinks he is up to the job...
6. A Matter of Note
Aired 15 February 1977 • 30 min
When a counterfeit ten pound note finds its way into the bistro till, Robin must attend a police ID parade. But he picks the wrong man and worries about sparking off an underworld vendetta...
7. Oh Happy Day
Aired 22 February 1977 • 30 min
Vicky wonders whether it's time to tie the knot with Robin. A quiet wedding for two is planned, but Nicholls has other plans.