When the home of a talented artist is burnt down, The team have plenty of suspects, including the man's benefactor, two London henchmen, and the members of a local rugby club. Meanwhile, Greengrass opens up a B&B, but soon discovers the world of hospitality is not for him and jumps at the chance to buy shares of a racehorse from an old flame. Elsewhere, Blaketon's suspicions about Andy are piqued by a sudden holiday to Scotland and decides to trail the cheating Irishman.

A new GP called Ian Peters arrives in Aidensfield and immediately wins Maggie's heart by treating baby Sam's infection. However, the villagers are not impressed by his methods when one of Jackie's friends is involved in a car crash and he misdiagnoses her. As Maggie begins a whirlwind romance, Mike's investigation of the crash is compromised when Lord Ashfordly's nephew is put in the spotlight. Meanwhile, Greengrass begins a bike renting business, which leads to a painful experience for Ventress. Elsewhere, Andy returns, determined to win back Gina's affections.