The Lowthers ask Hilda to go for an interview. Sharon is upset that Brian hasn't replied to her letter. Alf warns Fred off Joyce Lomax. Bet has to stop Fred from hitting Alf. Mrs Lowther interviews Hilda at their house - "Goldenhurst". Joyce tells Alf that he should come into partnership with her, turn his shop into an off-licence and join her chain of shops. He is interested. Sharon discovers that it's Brian's birthday. She gives him a keyring and chocolates. Brian asks her not to send him any more letters. He enjoys the attention but doesn't want to encourage her.