Episode guide
Heartbeat: Season 12
25 episodes · first aired Oct 6, 2002
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- 1 Skeletons and Cupboards Oct 6, 2002 · 1h Ventress fears for his job and his sanity when Blaketon sees a man whom they certified dead fifteen years previously. Meanwhile, the villagers are sceptical when Vernon finds gainful…
- 2 A Girl's Best Friend Oct 13, 2002 · 1h Mike discovers that a couple's wealth has not brought them happiness. Vernon is concerned that his dabbling with hypnotism has sent David barking mad.
- 3 A Dog's Life Oct 20, 2002 · 1h Private drama is played out in public when Lord Ashfordly hosts the County Sheepdog Trials. But Bernie and David find it inconvenient when Vernon offers their services.
- 4 Where There's Muck Nov 3, 2002 · 1h Ventress tries to stop a bankrupt farmer from taking revenge on the bank. When Vernon goes into the horseradish business he discovers that he can't stand the heat in the kitchen.
- 5 Harmony Nov 10, 2002 · 1h Merton's cousin, the famous singer-songwriter Deborah Vine, arrives in Aidensfield to find a secluded location in which to work.
- 6 No Man's Land Nov 17, 2002 · 1h Gina has a near miss with a local farmer defending his land against ramblers. Villagers are puzzled by Vernon's bizarre personality switch.
- 7 Dirty Len Nov 24, 2002 · 1h Mike searches for a link between a dead farm worker and a spate of animal deaths. Alfred leaves David high and dry in Whitby. Meanwhile Tricia is upset, because of her patient dieing. She…
- 8 Growing Apart Dec 1, 2002 · 1h When Tricia gets involved in a domestic dispute, she can't stand the heat in the kitchen. Vernon attempts to take the horticulture industry to new heights.
- 9 Many Splendoured Thing Dec 8, 2002 · 1h It is Christmas in Aidensfield and Lord Ashfordly decides to throw a ball to celebrate his marriage, but his elegant young bride is not what the locals expect. Vernon jeopardises Bernie's…
- 10 Horses for Courses Dec 15, 2002 · 1h Mike is horrified when Tricia gets involved with a racehorse trainer, and Vernon has a surprise visit from a long-lost sibling.
- 11 Sins of the Fathers Dec 22, 2002 · 1h Mike is reacting badly to Tricia's death and has an altercation with an underage drinker in the pub. The boy hits him but is let off by the magistrate - who turns out to be his father.
- 12 Bread and Circuses Dec 29, 2002 · 1h Bellamy is smitten with Alice, the victim of a handbag snatch. Merton and the others are trying to track some valuable porcelain figures stolen in Whitby when a similar theft occurs at Mr…
- 13 For Whom the Bell Tolls Jan 5, 2003 · 1h Lord Ashfordly is concerned about falling royalties from High Rigg Quarry and asks Blaketon to investigate. The police are concerned about a quantity of explosives which have gone missing…
- 14 Out of the Blue Jan 12, 2003 · 1h Vernon and David are travelling in a tanker which overturns spilling its load. Vernon is taken to hospital with memory loss and David claims not to know what they were carrying. The police…
- 15 The High Life Mar 9, 2003 · 1h A gang of mods cause havoc in the in the village and David is all set to join their gang. Jenny worries when a visit from her brother puts a strain on her relationship with Merton.
- 16 Hung for a Sheep Mar 16, 2003 · 1h Ventress thinks the new PC, Steve Crane, is a bit too anxious to prove his worth. Vernon attempts to impress another new arrival, Dr Liz Merrick, with his community spirit.
- 17 The Third Man Mar 23, 2003 · 1h Mike takes on his first big CID job after getting a tip-off. Vernon persuades Dr Merrick that the surgery needs a face-lift.
- 18 Missing in Action Mar 30, 2003 · 1h Lesley wishes her father was still alive to give her away at the wedding. Bernie visits the chiropodist to have his bunions treated. Gina organises Lesley's hen night.
- 19 Caped Crusaders Apr 6, 2003 · 1h Liz receives anonymous phone calls late at night, and Alec and Dean dress up as Batman and Robin.
- 20 Moving Target Apr 13, 2003 · 1h The village is horrified when it seems there is a sniper on the loose, and Bellamy rethinks his priorities after a near miss with a bullet. DI Shiner makes Mike an offer it would be hard…
- 21 Lily of the Valley Apr 20, 2003 · 1h PC Crane and Dr Merrick worry about the welfare of an elderly farmer's widow. David helps Blaketon front a protest against a local quarry, but Vernon is working for the opposition.
- 22 House Rules Apr 27, 2003 · 1h illagers are curious when a mystery woman comes to live with Steve Crane, and Vernon gets a lucky break when he ventures into the modern art market.
- 23 Mackerel Sky May 4, 2003 · 1h An ex-con uses Jenny to put pressure on Sgt Merton. A newly affluent Vernon organises a charity auction.
- 24 Absent Friends May 11, 2003 · 1h When a farming couple go missing, Jenny and Liz are left minding the children. Vernon takes a reluctant Bernie on a country hotel mini-break.
- 25 Music of the Spheres May 18, 2003 · 1h Things get complicated for Steve when he falls for the beautiful daughter of a Polish violinist staying at Ashfordly Hall. Vernon is visited by two long-lost cousins claiming to have an…