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The Great Outdoors had an episode air on Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at 9:00pm. Series 1, Episode 3 titled "Episode 3" was broadcast on BBC Four.

The annual south coast trip forces Bob and Christine’s long simmering rivalry to finally boil over. While the two of them clash, Victor pins his hopes on a long promised kiss from Hazel. Tom, meanwhile, musters the nerve to pursue his own romance. The trip becomes a crucible for these tangled relationships, with each character facing a distinct turning point. Victor’s reliance on a specific, anticipated gesture contrasts with Tom’s active attempt to create his own. The episode isolates these personal stakes against the backdrop of a group journey, allowing the interpersonal friction to drive the narrative forward.

Programme Information

Channel: BBC Four
Status: Ended
Genre(s): Comedy
Runtime: 30 minutes
Rating: N/A/10
Official Site: The Great Outdoors

Main Cast

Ruth Jones as Christine
Mark Heap as Bob
Steve Edge as Tom
Katherine Parkinson as Sophie
Stephen Wight as Joe
Gwyneth Keyworth as Hazel
Joe Tracini as Victor

Episode Details

Series: 1
Episode: 3
Episode Title: Episode 3
Air Date: Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Air Time: 9:00pm
Runtime: 30 minutes


Previous Episode

S1E2: Episode 2
Aired: Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Christine is now deputy leader of the club and is soon winning the hearts and minds of the group, especially Bob's best friend Tom. Meanwhile, stressed businesswoman Sophie makes a desperate leap on Victor and the group must face down the rambler's worst enemy - a farmer who keeps blocking public rights of way.

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