The evening of the great day has arrived and the cricket match is in progress, with Beckindale batting - but not with stunning success, especially since Phil Kitson is playing. Meanwhile, Joe and Kathy discuss their plans on the way to The Woolpack for the celebrations. Kathy is having a hard time at home so they agree that if Joe can find a suitable place to live together in the village, they'll shack up as man and wife, no matter what anybody says.