Harold has arranged a poker game with a few friends. Albert is morally outraged by the idea of gambling. However, he sees Harold is being cheated by his 'friends' and decides to help.

Hercules the horse is sick and the Steptoes' business is under threat. Fellow totters rally around and Albert and Harold hatch a plan to profit.

Albert decides to get married again but, despite the qualities of his future stepmother, Harold does everything to put a stop to it.

Harold takes Albert on a big night out in the West End to celebrate his birthday. But with no beer and horrible food, the night soon turns into a disaster.

Harold has acquired a collection of classical music records and plans a cultural evening. Albert hates it so much he takes some drastic action.

While out on his rounds Harold falls for a wealthy married woman. Albert is unimpressed and tries to talk Harold out of making a fool of himself.

Albert's habit of having a bath in the front room is ruining his son's love life. Harold has had enough and decides to build a proper bathroom but Albert is not happy.