Episode 434 (16th March 1978)

Plot
Clive entertains Ruth and Ian over a few drinks at the Vicarage. He talks expansively about his plans for the mine. Ian is still against the scheme, especially now its looking more complicated. Rod then arrives, with the news that he's got the explosives all fixed up which means their ready for the big bang. They all drink to their good fortune, except Ian who is more worried than ever. The next day Ian, Rod and Clive travel up to the mine to commence with the proceedings. Meanwhile, Joe arrives at the Farm to make a call and Ruth, not being able to work for worrying about Ian, persuades him to take her up to the mine. At the mine, the preparations are almost done as Rod fixes up the electrics. And while they still are inside, Ruth and Joe arrive outside. But as they walk towards the mouth of the mine, there is an explosion.