The Fields' sleep is disturbed by a local farmer.

With the house up for sale, Hester and William struggle to raise enough money to put in a serious bid. Things are made worse when the Trendles express a keen interest in purchasing the property.

The Fields plan a Christmas celebration with all the family, however they find their daughter has made alternative arrangements. Hester tries to teach the students at the local school some English carols and her Christmas pudding does not go down too well with the neighbours.