Party Party

It's New Year's Eve and Johnny Reeve (Karl Howman) is out cruising with his friend Toby (Daniel Peacock). Rotherhithe Tunnel running beneath the River Thames from Rotherhithe SE16 to Limehouse in E14.

To the sound of 'Flying Saucer Attack' by The Rezillos, Bobby Sloane (Clive Mantle) and his Mates enter the tunnel. The A101 in Rotherhithe SE16 with the steps on the right ascending to Brunel Road.

Showing off by taking their hands off the handlebars and performing wheelies, the Bikers tear through the tunnel.

The Mark III Cortina continues on its way. The interior of Rotherhithe Tunnel also features in 'Pool of London', 'Everything' and 'Last Christmas'.

Johnny Reeve and Toby leave the northern portal of the tunnel. Looking west towards Rotherhithe Tunnel and the steps leading up to Butcher Row in E14. The location can also be seen in 'The Silent Playground'.

Taking advantage of the Rotherhithe Tunnel being closed due to a collision, Phil Evans captured the scene.

In the top right background stands Burrell House on The Highway which was demolished to make way for the Limehouse Link road.

Phil Evans faced south-west and points out the Unicorn Building visible through the trees on the right.

The yellow Cortina slides around a corner.

Looking back, Toby sees the three Bikers weave in the road behind Johnny's car.

Bobby catches up with Johnny and Toby and asks about Larry's party.

Johnny nudges Bobby before cornering.

Having turned, Johnnie accelerates away.

Bobby and his mates keep up with the Cortina.

The street race continues along busy roads.

Looking north-east on Walm Lane NW2 towards the junction formed by St. Paul's Avenue and Chatsworth Road.

Facing north-east on Walm Lane with the corner of Rutland Park to the right.

Joe Folwell provides this comparison that includes a new building in the distance.

Looking along Walm Lane from the junction with High Road and Willesden Lane in NW2.

High Road, Willesden Green with the corner of Park Avenue in the left background.

The Vicar (Geoffrey Drew) says goodbye to his congregation after the service that Johnny and Toby's pal Larry Ascot has attended. Facing the West Front of St. James's church on Prebend Street in London N1.

Paul Lincoln visited between services. (RL)

Standing up on his bike, Bobby rides noisily past the church. Looking towards the junction of Bishop Street, Prebend Street, Canon Street and Rector Street with Isleden House to the left of centre.

That junction has certainly had a make-over, and made it much easier for Paul to choose his spot. (RL)

Johnny and Toby drive into view as Larry and his Parents are leaving the church. Facing the corner of Prebend Street and Canon Street in Islington.

Paul Lincoln visited to find a less frantic junction. (RL)

At the top of his voice, Toby calls to Larry. Numbers 28 and 26 Prebend Street N1 stand in the background.

And this shot from Paul shows that there have been some changes to the background. (RL)

Larry gets into the car and the three speed off to race against the Bikers.

The race comes to a halt at a set of traffic lights where two Girls are waiting at the side of the road. The junction of High Road, Walm Lane and Willesden Lane in NW2.

Toby asks the Girls if they fancy a party tonight. Facing businesses on Walm Lane in Willesden Green.

The two Girls smile back at Toby. The corner of Walm Lane and Willesden Lane with Heathfield Park in the left distance.

PC Sam Diggins (Sean Chapman) asks Brenda (Kim Thomson) and Shirley (Caroline Quentin) if Larry's having a party as they turn from watching the good looking church Organist get changed.

Larry Ascot (Perry Fenwick) and Toby hang around while Johnny tinkers with his car after an engine problem.

Johnny's Mum brings drinks over for the boys.

Brenda and Shirley head to the local café before it closes. Lytton Road in New Barnet, Greater London with the Mecca Bingo Hall, formerly the Regal Cinema, to the left which was demolished in 1999.

The two friends cross the road to find a bloke to accompany Shirley to the party. The east side of Lytton Road.

Back on the road, the Cortina's musical horn sounds as Johnny, Toby and Larry head to the café. New Barnet Fire Station at the corner of Leicester Road and Lytton Road in New Barnet.

John Harwood found that Argent Court had replaced the fire station. (SJ)

Johnny bring the car to a stand before the three lads get out and enter the café. The west side of Lytton Road in New Barnet with the Telephone Exchange on Leicester Road visible to the top left.

As preparations for the party get under way at Larry's, Johnny walks to his car.

The engine roars into life and Johnny drives away.

Headlights illuminate the darkness as Terry drives into the yard at the back of the flats where Sam Diggins lives.

Hearing Terry shout, Sam appears from the building.

Sam makes his way down the steps to where the already inebriated Terry is waiting.

Bobby overtakes Johnny as they both head to the party. Facing southward along Lytton Road towards Station Road in New Barnet.

Getting off the bus Brenda and Shirley cross the road after Robbie passes. Lytton Road, New Barnett in Greater London.

With its siren sounding, a police Rover SD1 leaves the police station.

The camera follows the blue light of the traffic car as it disappears.

Bumping his car onto the pavement outside the police station and Terry shouts for his fellow Police Officer Rebecca Perry to hurry up.

Johnny arrives outside the Ascot's house.

Brenda and Shirley make their way to the front door as Johnny follows.

With the part well under way, Mr. and Mrs. Ascot (Kenneth Farrington and Kate Williams) return home unexpectedly.