First broadcast 8th September 1985.

When a notorious retired builder is found dead, his recently-named heir is the prime suspect.

Jeremy Brett ... Sherlock Holmes
David Burke ... Dr. John Watson
Rosalie Crutchley ... Mrs Lexington
Colin Jeavons ... Lestrade
Matthew Solon ... John Hector McFarlane
Jonathan Adams ... Jonas Oldacre
Helen Ryan ... Mrs McFarlane
Rosalie Williams ... Mrs Hudson
Andy Rashleigh ... Constable
Anthony Langdon ... Tramp
Ted Carroll ... Seafaring Tramp