Lynda is inconsolable about the damage and Joe has a birthday.

Radio Times: Joe and David celebrate. Meanwhile, Lynda despairs.

Characters: David, Ed, Emma, Joe, Lynda, Ruth, Tony

• Yesterday’s sudden storm completely destroyed the marquee with all the carefully chosen decorations for the young Mungo’s name ceremony. Lynda is inconsolable and admits to Emma that she hasn’t yet told Leonie. She is fearful of how Leonie will react–or what her friends will think.
• Joe proudly tells David that it is his birthday. He is 93 years old today. David reminds Joe that it is his birthday as well. Joe slyly inquires if David will be in The Bull later but David notes that Ruth is returning and he will have to miss the company. David sees Joe’s disappointment and gives him the coin to have a birthday drink. Joe has opinions that BL with its fancy new ways has caused this big storm.
• Tony and Ed are trying to clean up for Lynda and they discuss Johnny’s situation. Ed is a bit down when he hears that Johnny will receive £100 a week for his apprenticeship plus training. All seems to be worked out except for Sharon’s permission.
• Emma talks to Joe who is elated that he didn’t have to spend David’s money because Bert bought him a birthday drink. Tony and Ed join them. Emma asks if there is any chance that the ceremony can go forward. No, all is destroyed.
• Joe tries to give his birthday money to Ed in part to acknowledge his regret that Joe and Eddie weren’t able to help the young Ed get a better start in life. Joe stipulates that Ed is to use the money only for himself and not spend it on his family. Later, Tony approaches Joe and compliments him on his relationship with Ed. Tony admires that and reminds Joe of the successes in his life in spite of his regrets.