Ep 4. Flower Power Cut

In the fourth episode of season four of Last of the Summer Wine, "Flower Power Cut," viewers are treated to another wacky adventure with the beloved cast of characters in the picturesque town of Holmfirth. The episode opens with the trio of Compo, Clegg, and Foggy wandering through the countryside, marveling at the beautiful flowers blooming in the fields. As they walk, they stumble upon a massive sunflower which has grown so tall that it has interrupted the power lines above them, causing a neighborhood-wide blackout.

As the trio continues on their journey, they come across Nora Batty, who is in a foul mood due to the power outage. Meanwhile, Mr. Wainwright, the local shopkeeper, is struggling to keep his store running without electricity. The trio decides to help out by gathering supplies from the grocery store and transporting them to a makeshift café that the locals have set up in the town square.

Throughout the course of the episode, the gang gets into all sorts of hijinks as they try to make do in the dark. Compo, Clegg, and Foggy navigate the unfamiliar terrain with a combination of luck and ingenuity, making their way to the café with their supplies intact. Once there, they meet several of their eccentric neighbors, including a group of hippies who have set up camp in a nearby field. The hippies become a source of fascination for the trio, who admire their unconventional lifestyle and hippie fashion.

As the night wears on, the trio discovers that there may be more to the power outage than just the sunflower. They begin to investigate the situation and quickly find themselves embroiled in a mystery that may involve a secret government conspiracy. With the help of a few of their neighbors, including the local police officer and a retired naval officer, the gang works to unravel the mystery and restore power to the town.

Last of the Summer Wine season four episode four, "Flower Power Cut," is a classic example of the show's signature blend of humor, heart, and unlikely adventures. With its quirky characters and charming small-town setting, Last of the Summer Wine remains a beloved favorite among viewers of all ages. Whether you're a longtime fan of the show or just discovering it for the first time, "Flower Power Cut" is sure to leave you laughing and wanting more.