
Parkin's Patch is a Yorkshire Television production that aired on ITV from 1969 to 1970. PC Moss Parkin played the lead role of a police constable in the North York Moors. The series was filmed in the North York Moors as well as certain scenes being shot in Leeds, including parts around the Farm Hill estate in Meanwood.
Cast: John Flanagan, Gareth Thomas, Heather Page
Season 1
26 episodes
- 1. Hoof Nor HornMoss is called to a local farm where six sheep have been stolen during the night, the third such instance in the wider area. Moss doesn't have much evidence to go on, but thinks he can put pressure on a local poacher to uncover the truth.CCSep 19, 1969
- 2. Lock, Stock and...PC Moss Parkin, patrolling Fickley village late at night, notices a shop door left open and investigates - and finds a puzzling burglary.CCSep 26, 1969
- 3. Dead? Or Alive?Parkin is suspicious when a man comes in and confesses to murder - is he being taken for a fool?CCOct 3, 1969
- 4. Fame of a KindPC Moss Parkin is sure that Jack Kenny, wanted in connection with a theft at a nearby hotel, will have gone into hiding at his mother's house.CCOct 10, 1969
- 5. BonusAre Parkin and Radley really onto something when they both suspect Mr Henderson, the local insurance agent?CCOct 17, 1969
- 6. The Good ListenerA husband reports his wife missing, and Parkin quickly finds that he was not the only person to have seen her in the company of another man.CCOct 24, 1969
- 7. The DeserterParkin is called on to help Sergeant Eldridge of the military police, but has little sympathy for his harsh attitude.CCOct 31, 1969
- 8. The Way HomeParkin comes to the help of three men whose car has broken down, and who have their own reason for wanting to be on their way.CCNov 7, 1969
- 9. BoysFour teenage boys steal a car from outside the local cinema, but matters become more serious when they knock down a pedestrian.CCNov 14, 1969
- 10. A Pair of Good ShoesWhen a local girl arrives at the police house late at night claiming to have been attacked, Parkin has to decide whether to take her complaint seriously.CCNov 21, 1969
- 11. The Birmingham ConIs Ron Radley jumping to conclusions when he suspects well-known local villain Danny Shea of fraud?CCNov 28, 1969
- 12. Nothing PersonalBeth Parkin is alone late at night when she is disturbed by some noise downstairs; going to investigate she confronts an intruder in the police office.CCDec 5, 1969
- 13. Everybody Knew But MeParkin, while out for the evening with Beth, is asked if he can look into the pilfering of stock from a pub.CCDec 12, 1969
- 14. No Friendship for CoppersRadley disagrees with Parkin over the investigation of a theft, and thinks him too ready to side with his neighbours in the village.CCDec 19, 1969
- 15. The Manchester PassengerLate on Boxing Day, PC Moss Parkin is called on to deal with a rather mysterious drunk.CCJan 2, 1970
- 16. The JourneyParkin is escorting a prisoner back from London on the train when he is given a tip-off for a planned bullion heist.CCJan 9, 1970
- 17. Regulation 17Parkin is suspended when an allegation of theft is made against him.CCJan 16, 1970
- 18. VickoryA rock star finds his reputation precedes him when he buys a mansion in the village and moves in with his girlfriend.CCJan 23, 1970
- 19. Fox Among the ChickensParkin is visiting a widow to investigate the disappearance of eggs from her chicken coop when he comes across what he is convinced is a con trick.CCJan 30, 1970
- 20. Wise MenParkin stops an itinerant tramp following a number of petty thefts is the village, but finds he has the solution to the disappearance of a pensioner.CCFeb 6, 1970
- 21. This Little Piggy...Parkin has to make unpopular decisions when supervising the sale of livestock at the local market.CCFeb 13, 1970
- 22. Low NoonThe return to Fickley of a newly released criminal causes alarm among the villagers, but Parkin is limited in what he can do.CCFeb 20, 1970
- 23. The Spider's WebThe chance sighting by Parkin of a known criminal interests DC Radley, who tries to anticipate his next move.CCFeb 27, 1970
- 24. It's Got to Be LocalParkin and Radley investigate the theft of cash from a small shop, which has left the elderly owner deeply shaken.CCMar 6, 1970
- 25. The LinkHaving been alerted of a gang of burglars likely to be in the area, Parkin is surprised when DC Radley takes little interest in a break-in.CCMar 13, 1970
- 26. Two Gentlemen StandingMoss has to deal with a Chief Inspector from Scotland Yard, called in to assist with the investigation into the theft of a painting.CCMar 20, 1970
Parkin's Patch
Parkin's Patch is a Yorkshire Television production that aired on ITV from 1969 to 1970. PC Moss Parkin played the lead role of a police constable in the North York Moors. The series was filmed in the North York Moors as well as certain scenes being shot in Leeds, including parts around the Farm Hill estate in Meanwood.
Creators and cast
- Studio
- Yorkshire Television
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