About this season
All Gas and Gaiters is a British television ecclesiastical sitcom which aired on BBC1 from 1966 to 1971. It was written by Pauline Devaney and Edwin Apps, a husband-and-wife team who used the pseudonym of "John Wraith" when writing the pilot. At St Oggs Cathedral is a carefree bishop, an old tippling archdeacon, and an accident-prone chaplain, who all wish to live a quiet bachelor life, but this is continually threatened by the dean, who tries to bring by-the-book rule to the cathedral.
Episodes (7)
1. The Bishop Buys a Car
Aired 15 April 1970 • 30 min
When it comes to car shopping, the Bishop can only see one model suitable for him, but the Dean disapproves.
2. The Bishop Gains a Reputation
Aired 22 April 1970 • 30 min
There's concern for the Archdeacon when he isn't feeling himself, and his trip to Harley Street makes the Bishop fear the worst.
3. The Bishop Loves His Neighbour
Aired 29 April 1970 • 30 min
The Dean has planned a "Good Neighbour Week" but the enthusiasm is muted because it coincides with the Test cricket.
4. The Bishop Beats the System
Aired 6 May 1970 • 30 min
When the Bishop receives a substantial offer for St Ogg's cloak, he sees it as an ideal way of raising funds for clergy widows. However, the Dean is opposed and the Bishop must get past the Cathedral's new security system.
5. The Bishop Buys a Mug
Aired 13 May 1970 • 30 min
The Bishop shows his ruthless streak when he looks to add a much desired piece to his art collection.
6. When in Rome
Aired 20 May 1970 • 30 min
It's the Bishop's birthday and he should be happy but, as usual, the Dean has managed to rob it of its charm.
7. The Bishop Takes Up Business
Aired 27 May 1970 • 30 min
When the Bishop decides to become a bit more enterprising, he finds it more difficult than he thought...