Series 1 · Episode 4
Cambridge or Nowhere
First broadcast 13 May 2007 · 5.89 million viewers
DirectorMetin HüseyinWriterAlan WhitingOriginal order4 of 18Editorial statusOwner reviewed
Fan-reviewedAll 18 episodes watched · editorial review updated 5 September 2026How this guide is researched
The case and opening problem
A family considers action against Cambridge University after their daughter is refused a place.
Themes
Credited guest cast checked so far
- Richard Wilson — Peter’s former tutor
Reveal the complete plot summary — spoilers
Plot summary
The parents of a disappointed applicant want to sue Cambridge University after their daughter is denied a place. Peter’s return to Cambridge reveals that Simon sought money from Peter’s former tutor shortly before disappearing. Gloria struggles with the anniversary of her husband’s death, Sidney battles another development, and Peter becomes concerned about Beatrice’s unfaithful boyfriend.
What this episode changes
Peter learns that Simon approached his former Cambridge tutor for money shortly before disappearing.
Why this episode matters
Cambridge gives Peter a life beyond Norfolk and reveals that Simon’s problems had reached into relationships Peter believed were securely his own.
Scene log status
The story and credited names above are reviewed. Exact timestamps, music cues and scene-by-scene filming locations remain to be checked directly against a legitimate copy of the episode.