Episodes
1. Para Handy, Master Mariner
July 31, 1994
50 min
The crew of the Vital Spark are entrusted with transporting some queer cargo including a double bed and a prize Highland Bull - and trouble is never too far away.
Guest Stars:
Tony Curran, Gilbert Martin
2. Para Handy, Poacher
August 7, 1994
50 min
A spot of poaching lands Para Handy and his unfortunate crew in jail but also reunites Para with his childhood friend, Lady Catherine Ramsey.
Guest Stars:
Ian McCulloch, Carolyn Pickles, Gilbert Martin
3. Salvage!
August 14, 1994
50 min
In the aftermath of a storm Para Handy and his hapless crew rescue a drifting boat intending to claim salvage. But the abandoned vessel contains a very nasty surprise.
Guest Stars:
Carolyn Pickles, Gilbert Martin
4. A Night Alarm
August 21, 1994
50 min
A spot of engine trouble sees the luckless crew marooned in a small island village, where Para tangles with the drunken town bully and indulges in a spot of matchmaking.
Guest Stars:
Clive Russell
5. The End Of The World
August 28, 1994
50 min
After reading his tea leaves, Dougie predicts doom and disaster for those on board the Vital Spark. Para dismisses his predictions until one by one the omens start coming true.
Guest Stars:
David O'Hara, Carolyn Pickles
