Four children dream of escaping the tedium of a summer holiday with their mother. When finally given permission to camp on their own on an island in the middle of a vast lake, they are overjoyed. But when they get there they discover they may not be alone… The battle for ownership of a lonely island teaches them the skills of survival, the value of friendship and the importance of holding your nerve.

Orla Hillas Susan Walker
Teddie Allenas Tatty Walker
Rafe Spallas Jim 'Captain Flint' Turner / Polski the Parrot
Kelly Macdonaldas Mrs. Walker
Andrew Scottas Lazlov
Harry Enfieldas Mr. Jackson