Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em recurring catchphrases include references to "a bit of trouble", which usually implies some sort of undisclosed digestive disorder, and to the cat having "done a whoopsie" (presumably a euphemism for having defecated in an inappropriate place, on one occasion in Spencer's beret). If Frank is pleased (or confused) about something, he will often use the catchphrase "Mmmm — nice!" or "Ohhh — nice!" Despite his unfailing ability to infuriate people, Frank is essentially a very sympathetic character, who inspires much affection from his ever-loving and patient wife, Betty. He also venerates the memory of his late mother, Jessica, and worships
Christopher Timothy Frank Newton's Gentleman's Outfitters in Shrewsbury - now the location of Marks & Spencer in the town. In the 1960s Timothy was part of Laurence Olivier's National Theatre company and appeared in such productions as "The Master Builder", "Juno and the Paycock" and Olivier's "Othello". Timothy's television career started with the 1969 series "Take Three Girls", and he went on to appear in "UFO" (1970 episode "The Psychobombs"), "Doctor at Large" in 1971, "Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em" in 1973 and "Murder Most English: A Flaxborough Chronicle" in 1977 before winning the role of Herriot. He played the role from