Are You Being Served?: Season 1, Episode 3

Camping In (4 Apr. 1973)

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The recent travel strikes have left the staff stranded at the store. At first thought, the idea of camping out on the floor seems a horrible idea, but soon the staff start sharing many war ... See full summary »

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Trevor Bannister ...
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Arthur Brough ...
Nicholas Smith ...
Larry Martyn ...
James Copeland ...
The Scottish Customer
Anita Richardson ...
Pamela Manson ...
The Large Brim with Fruit
Stephanie Gathercole ...
David Rowlands ...
The Man with the Large Bra
Colin Bean ...
The Leatherette Gloves
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The recent travel strikes have left the staff stranded at the store. At first thought, the idea of camping out on the floor seems a horrible idea, but soon the staff start sharing many war memories and find out that staying the night might not be as bad as they thought. Written by Nadia Nassar

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Mr. Lucas has only been with Grace Brothers two months when this episode takes place. See more »

Quotes

Mr. Ernest Grainger: Don't worry about the length of the fingers, Sir. You'll find they'll ride up with wear. And I'm sure you'll find they'll give every satisfaction. Don't you agree, Mr. Humphries?
Mr. Humphries: Oh, yes, Mr. Grainger. It's very difficult to distinguish that plastic imitation leatherette from the real imitation leatherette.
Mr. Ernest Grainger: And you'll find that the lining will keep the hands wonderfully warm. Won't it, Mr. Humphries?
Mr. Humphries: Warm as toast, Mr. Grainger.
Mr. Lucas: Yes, of course. That's because it's made from real imitation, ...
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Referenced in Are You Being Served? (1977) See more »

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"The Last Post"
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