Captain Peacock discovers a dead cat hidden behind one of the walls. After they get rid of it, they find it was put in the hotel to cancel out bad luck.

Mr. Rumbold gets a vote of no confidence. It seems his wife has left him, which has made him more pompous. Meanwhile, the staff agree to play a darts match with the villagers.

A group of businessmen due to stay at the manor are expecting some culture-Shakespeare and opera. But with no money to spend on entertainment, there seems to be only one answer.