Four in a Bed

2010•4 series•Entertainment / Factual
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If you own a business, you probably think it's the best in the industry, but might not be so eager to test it. In this programme, four pairs of bed and breakfast owners from all over Britain put their money and reputations on the line by staying at each other's establishments. They pay only what they deem to be an acceptable amount for the experience, with one establishment being named as the best value for money.

Wharfe House: Episode Image
Episode 16Wharfe House

The competition kicks off at Wharfe House in Wetherby with B&B newbie Pauline Cox, who has a full house for the very first time. But the narrow antique beds are a cause for concern.

Wortwell Hall Barn: Episode Image
Episode 17Wortwell Hall Barn

The second visit is to Wortwell Hall Barn in Norfolk, where husband-and-wife team Jenny and Clive Aylett strive for perfection. But a kitchen meltdown results in a fundamental error.

Bath Lodge Castle: Episode Image
Episode 18Bath Lodge Castle

Karen and Mike Hepker host at Bath Lodge Castle in Somerset, where they offer a luxurious experience. Their guests are wowed by the opulence, but some feel short-changed by the bathrooms.

Old Lodge Hotel: Episode Image
Episode 19Old Lodge Hotel

The final visit is to The Old Lodge Hotel in Gosport, Hampshire, where Mike and Tash like to mix business with pleasure, but one guest is disappointed by the honeymoon suite.

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 20Payment Day

It's the last day of the competition and accusations fly, tensions run high and guests walk out, as the payments are revealed and the winner is announced.

The King's Head: Episode Image
Episode 31The King's Head

The competition kicks off at The King's Head in Addlethorpe, where hospitality queen Helen Coy holds court. A funfair game of hook-a-duck takes the guests back to their childhoods.

Beck Hall: Episode Image
Episode 32Beck Hall

The second visit is to the dog-friendly Beck Hall in North Yorkshire, where B&B newbies Louise and Andy Macbeth get a grilling, and one of the guests goes green around the gills.

The Albaston: Episode Image
Episode 33The Albaston

Avid souvenir collectors Kevin and Julie Shadbolt welcome their rivals to The Albaston in Torquay. Some of the guests are startled by their menagerie of memorabilia.

Hotel Piccadilly: Episode Image
Episode 34Hotel Piccadilly

The final visit is to Hotel Piccadilly in Bournemouth, a dance holiday venue run by Terri and Stewart. But while the female guests give it a whirl, the boys appear to have two left feet...

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 35Payment Day

It's the final day of the competition and the B&Bers meet for one last time to find out how much they've been paid and settle some scores, before the winner is announced.

Bove Town House: Episode Image
Episode 36Bove Town House

The competition kicks off at the 'self B&B' Bove Town House in Glastonbury, where Shannon Slater-Dent and Trevor Tredgett treat their guests to an afternoon of group sound healing.

Treberthan: Episode Image
Episode 37Treberthan

Kathryn Langley and Trevor Burnell welcome their rivals to Treberthan B&B in Cornwall, where they nearly come unstuck at breakfast and are left with some explaining to do.

SugarBeat Eating House: Episode Image
Episode 38SugarBeat Eating House

Stevie King and his head chef David Lovett host at SugarBeat Eating House in Swainsthorpe, Norfolk. But there are cleanliness concerns and guests Ben and Sian write a message in the dust.

The Fritton Arms: Episode Image
Episode 39The Fritton Arms

The final visit is to The Fritton Arms in Norfolk, where Ben Davenport and his partner Sian Dewaal aspire to run the perfect B&B, but the fact that they allow dogs to stay comes under fire.

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 40Payment Day

It's the final day and the B&Bers meet for the last time to find out how much they've been paid. Tensions run high as issues of hygiene, noise and delayed breakfasts are raised.

North Bridge Street: Episode Image
Episode 41North Bridge Street

The competition kicks off at North Bridge Street B&B in Hawick, where Eileen Walsh and Emanuel Forte's purple-themed rooms cause quite a reaction among their guests.

The Golden Fleece: Episode Image
Episode 42The Golden Fleece

At The Golden Fleece in Cumbria, Sylvia Spark and Robert Cowan aim to please with some local fare at breakfast. But the plates swim in grease and the eggs are hard.

The Bubble Inn Hotel: Episode Image
Episode 43The Bubble Inn Hotel

The third visit is to The Bubble Inn in Stenson, Derbyshire, where former semi-pro boxer Connie Eleftheriou thinks he can knock out the competition... until some unsightly stains are found.

Ayuda House: Episode Image
Episode 44Ayuda House

Melinda Beckett-Hughes hosts the final visit, at Ayuda House in Greater Manchester. Her guests expect perfection but are shocked to find a dirty towel and dust galore.

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 45Payment Day

It's the final day and the B&Bers meet for the last time to settle some scores. There's some disastrous breakfast and cleanliness feedback, which makes for tough decisions.

The Richard III: Episode Image
Episode 46The Richard III

The competition kicks off at The Richard III in Middleham, where Ken and Sharon introduce the group to their racehorse Rosairlie. There's just one problem: guest Matt is afraid of horses.

Court House Unique Boutique: Episode Image
Episode 47Court House Unique Boutique

Keith and Lisa Shearin host at the Court House Unique Boutique B&B in Shelsley Walsh, Worcestershire. Some of their guests are blown away by the rooms, but trouble brews over their rates.

Castley Camp: Episode Image
Episode 48Castley Camp

Jo and her son Louis host at Castley Camp in Otley, Yorkshire. Ken and Sharon are horrified by stains on their bedding and the dust in the room, and Jo is left fuming over the feedback.

Lion & Swan: Episode Image
Episode 49Lion & Swan

The last visit is to the Lion & Swan in Congleton, where owner Paul and manager Matt go all out to win. But Lisa and Keith are shocked by their waterbed and dirty bathroom.

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 50Payment Day

It's the final day of the competition and the B&Bers meet for the last time to find out how much they've been paid and to settle some scores, before the winner is announced.

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