Woodchurch is a soap opera, set in the fictional village (much like the village on 'Hollyoaks) of 'Woodchurch'.

The cast list is below. The first episode is expected to air tonight.

REGULARS
PETER ELLIS - Simon Rouse (Episode 1-)
SAMANTHA ELLIS (nee Graham) - Gillian Taylforth (Episode 1-)
RILEY ELLIS - Kelvin Fletcher (Episode 1-)
THOMAS 'TOMMY' ELLIS - Ayden Callaghan (Episode 1-)
AIDEN ELLIS - Ashley Taylor Dawson (Episode 1-)
ELLIE MURPHY - Lacey Turner (Episode 1-)
BLAKE JOHNSON - Jared Garfield (Episode 1-)
MIA BUTCHER - Jade Thirlwall (Episode 1-)
(DC) CHRISTOPHER 'CHRIS' ELLIS - Jason Statham (Episode 1-)
LAUREN MURPHY - Sarah George (Episode 1-)
JAKE ELLIS - Jamie Lomas (Episode 1-)
DANIEL 'DANNY' ELLIS - Danny Miller (Episode 1-)
ROBERT 'ROBBIE' ELLIS - Michael Parr (Episode 1-)
GEORGIA MURPHY - Jacqueline Jossa (Episode 1-)
CONNOR ELLIS - Danny Dyer (Episode 1-)
HEIDI ATKINSON - Samantha Womack (Episode 1-)
LEAH WOOD (nee Hartley) - Clare Perkins (Episode 1-)
MARCUS WOOD - Patrick Robinson (Episode 1-)
ANDREW ELLIS - Greg Wood (Episode 1-)
CHERYL MURPHY (nee Brannington) - Ann Mitchell (Episode 1-)
GREGGORY 'GREG' MURPHY - Timothy West (Episode 1-)
LOGAN ELLIS - Anthony Quinlan (Episode 2-)
DALE CAMPBELL - Nick Rhys (Episode 2-)
JAYDEN CAMPBELL - Cameron Moore (Episode 2-)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (Episode 2-)
DANIELLE MURPHY - Sophie Porley (Episode 2-)
MADDIE MURPHY - Georgia May Foote (Episode 2-)
JACK ELLIS - Ryan Thomas (Episode 2-)
JAY ELLIS - Adam Thomas (Episode 2-)
PATRICK WOOD - Michael Joel-Stuart (Episode 2-)
SASKIA FISHER - Bronagh Waugh (Episode 2-)
CRYSTAL FISHER - Karen Hassan (Episode 2-)
PAULA WALKER - Jo Joyner (Episode 3-)
MICHELLE HARDACRE - Diane Parish (Episode 3-)
CONSTANCE 'CONNIE' HARDACRE - Tameka Empson (Episode 3-)
SOFIA RAMAHN - Rakhee Thakrar (Episode 3-)
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (Episode 3-)

RECURRING
PC ROSCOE - Alex Walkinshaw (Episode 1-)

CHILDREN
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EXTRAS
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ANIMALS
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DEPARTING
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RETURNING
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FUTURE
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FORMER
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• At 'The Black Lion', the local pub, landlord Peter Ellisis stood behind the bar with his wife, Samantha Ellis, watching their sons, Riley, Tommy and Aiden Ellis putting the Christmas Decorations up. 'How's that?' Riley asks, stepping down from a ladder. Samantha smiles. 'Perfect!' Tommy scratches his beard. 'I'd better get off,' Tommy says, 'I've got to get back to work.' Peter nods, saying goodbye to Tommy before smiling at barmaid Ellie Murphy, who has entered the pub, ready for her shift. Tommy greets Ellie as he leaves, and Ellie smiles at Peter. 'Sorry I'm a bit late,' Ellie apologises, and Peter smiles. 'We didn't even notice,' he states, and Ellie thanks him before heading into the back.

• At their flat, Blake Johnson and Mia Butcher are lying in bed together, naked. Blake kisses Mia softly as he plays with her hair. 'Anything planned today?' Blake asks, and Mia smiles to herself. 'I've got the day off, so I was thinking of doing the Christmas decorations,' Mia says, but Blake shakes his head. 'Nah, leave them - I can do them. How about I call in sick and we have the day to ourself? Y'know... have some fun?' Blake whispers flirtatiously, and Mia giggles before kissing her boyfriend passionately. Blake grins as he kisses Mia, pulling the covers of them as they have sex.

• Detective Constable Chris Ellis is stood outside of 'Woodchurch Police Station', smoking a cigarette. Chris looks to his right to see Nurse Lauren Murphy stood outside of the Hospital next to the police station. Lauren is looking down at her phone. Chris stubs his cigarette out before entering the hospital and strolling over to the A&E entrance, where Lauren is. 'Hi,' Chris greets, and Lauren looks up from her phone. 'Oh, hi Chris. What's up?' Lauren asks, and Chris shakes his head. 'Nothing. I was just wondering how Cheryl is, y'know, after...' Chris looks down at the floor, referring to Lauren's grandmother Cheryl, who was mugged recently. Lauren smiles softly. 'Yeah, she's getting better. Are you any closer to finding out who did it?' Lauren asks, and Chris shakes his head. 'Nah, not yet. But we'll find them, I promise,' Chris says, and Lauren thanks him, hugging him gently before saying she has to go and entering the hospital, leaving Chris slightly bemused.

• At the local Garage 'Ellis Motors', owner and mechanic Tommy enters to see other owner - and Tommy's uncle - Jake Ellis working on a car whilst Tommy's brother Danny Ellis and cousin Robbie Ellis fill out some paperwork in the office. 'Morning!' Tommy says, placing four takeaway cups of coffee down on the work bench. Jake, Robbie and Danny all pick one up, and Robbie thanks him. 'Many bookings?' Tommy asks, and Jake nods. 'Yeah, we're choc-a-bloc till seven!' Jake remarks, and Tommy smiles. 'That's good.' 'Not really. I was meant to be going to the pub with Jake, Logan and Jay later,' Robbie frowns, and Tommy sighs. 'Well work well and I might let you go early,' Tommy grins, and Robbie nods, smiling. As Robbie heads back into the office, Jake stops working on the car. 'How are we going to finish if we're a man down?' Jake asks, and Tommy smiles. 'It's alright, I'll just work over-time.' Jake gasps. 'Tom, are you ill?' He quips, and Tommy rolls his eyes, chuckling.

• Georgia Murphy is stood in the pub behind the bar, chatting to her sister - and fellow barmaid - Ellie. Connor Ellis enters and strolls over to the bar, smiling at Georgia. 'Pint, please,' Connor says, and Georgia nods. She begins to pour his pint, and the pair make small-talk. The subject changes to how Georgia's grandmother, Cheryl, is. 'She's alright...' Georgia says, and Connor nods, sensing that she doesn't want to talk about it. Georgia passes Connor his pint and he thanks her, passing her a five-pound note. 'Keep the change,' he smiles as he takes a sip of his pint, and Georgia smiles to herself as she punches several numbers into the till.

• At Heidi's flat, Heidi Atkinson and Leah Wood are sat in the living room, drinking a cocktail and chatting when there is a knock at the door. Heidi gets up to answer it and is surprised to see Leah's husband Marcus Wood. 'Oh, hi Marcus,' Heidi smiles, and Marcus greets her. 'Leah's here?' Marcus says, but it is more of a question. Heidi nods. 'Through there,' she says, pointing to the living room. 'Hey, babe,' Marcus says, kissing Leah's cheek. 'You left this at home,' Marcus states, passing Leah her mobile phone. Leah thanks him before asking if there was anything else. 'Oh, yeah, I needed a word with Heidi,' Marcus says, and Leah nods before looking at the time. 'Ooh, I'd better be off, got a meeting!' Leah states, kissing her husband and saying goodbye to her best friend before leaving. Marcus looks at Heidi.

• Back at Mia and Blake's flat, Blake is in his boxers in the kitchen, making some breakfast for Mia, who enters from the bedroom, dressed in one of Blake's baggy t-shirts. 'Hey, babe,' Blake greets her with a kiss. 'You're not coming back to bed?' Mia asks flirtatiously, and Blake chuckles. 'Maybe later, babe, but we need to eat...' Blake says softly, pacing Mia the plate. She smiles, sitting down at the dining table as Blake joins her. As the pair eat, Blake stares into Mia's eyes. 'You're beautiful,' he whispers, and Mia blushes.

• Back at the pub, Ellie enters the back corridor and smiles at Peter. 'Pete, I'm going on my lunch break, alright?' Ellie says, and Peter nods. Ellie leaves, saying goodbye to her sister, Georgia. She climbs into the car that she shares with her sisters before starting the engine and frowning as it doesn't start. She groans in frustration, climbing out of the car and looking over at the Garage. She groans before locking the car.

• Back at Heidi's flat, Marcus and Heidi are discussing medical jargon when Marcus drops a bombshell on her. 'I was speaking to Clinical Lead earlier,' Marcus says. 'And?' 'We spoke about you.' 'Something good, I hope?' Heidi says, and Marcus smiles. 'Depends if you want a job in the ED?' Marcus says, and Heidi frowns. 'I don't understand.' 'You're a good Doctor, Heidi. And that's being wasted at the surgery... I suggested you to Clinical Lead, and they're offering you a position,' Marcus states, and Heidi frowns, shaking her head. 'I don't want to, Marc. I like it at the surgery,' Heidi says, and Marcus nods. 'I understand...' Marcus says. Heidi stares at him in silence before leaning forward and kissing him passionately. 'I'm so sorry!' Heidi gushes, pulling away, but Marcus pulls her back in and the pair kiss passionately before falling back onto the sofa...

• Ellie arrives at the Garage, where Tommy's cousin Andrew is stood, talking to him about a car. Tommy and Jake are the only two remaining workers in the Garage. 'What can I do for you sweetheart?' Tommy asks after Andrew leaves. 'I was just wondering if you could fit me in?' 'Nah, we're full love,' Jake intervenes. 'I'm sure I can squeeze you in,' Tommy states, elbowing Jake. 'Ouch! Right, I'm off. Good luck with your work heap,' Jake remarks, before leaving. 'If you just leave your car outside I'll try 'n' get round to it,' Tommy says. 'Small problem - it won't move,' Ellie frowns, and Tommy nods. 'Alright, where is it?' 'Outside the pub.' 'Fancy helping me move it?' Tommy asks, and Ellie shrugs. Tommy leads her out of the Garage and towards the pub.

• Blake and Mia are lying in bed together again, kissing passionately. Blake rolls off of Mia, breathing heavily. As the couple lie in bed next to each other, Blake strokes Mia's head. 'I love you,' Blake states. 'Love you too,' Mia says, kissing her boyfriend. 'No, I mean... I love you so much, Mia. And I keep thinking what's going to happen when you're gone, and to be quite honest, I can't imagine being without you. We've been together since we were fifteen, and I want us to stay together. I want to make us more official. So, Mia Jessica Butcher. Will you marry me?' Blake asks, producing a diamond ring in a black box. 'How did you afford that?' Mia splutters, and Blake shakes his head. 'Oh shut up and answer the question,' Blake quips, and Mia smiles. 'Yeah. Yeah I will!' Mia exclaims, kissing Blake passionately as he slides the ring onto her finger.

• At the local hospital, nurse Lauren Murphy is doing the obs for her grandmother, Cheryl Murphy. Cheryl's husband - Lauren's grandfather - Greg Murphy is sat in a seat next to Cheryl's hospital bed. 'Everything looks good,' Lauren states. 'Hey, you should be ready to go home tomorrow, Nan,' Lauren grins. Greg smiles, patting his wife's hand. 'Did you hear that? You can come home tomorrow!' 'Yeah, I can hear, Greggory, thank you,' Cheryl remarks, rolling her eyes. 'Honestly, men(!)' Cheryl states, and Lauren giggles. 'Yeah, who'd have 'em, eh?' Lauren says, looking outside to see DC Chris Ellis talking to another policeman, PC Roscoe. Chris looks into the hospital room briefly, and Lauren looks away quickly.

• Mia is sat in the bathroom, her head in her hands. She turns the tap on and wets her face, before looking up at the mirror to show her mascara has leaked - she has been crying. Mia then slowly looks down, to reveal three pregnancy tests - and they all say 'Positive'...

• AND Tommy and Ellie are slowly-but-surely pushing the car towards the Garage. 'Almost there,' Tommy states. 'I can see that, thank you,' Ellie remarks as they push the car into the centre of the Garage. 'There,' Tommy breathes a sigh of relief. 'Thanks, Tommy,' Ellie smiles. 'No problem,' he grins. He closes the Garage shutter to signify that no more cars can be fitted in. 'What time do you want me back?' Ellie asks. 'Erm, you can stick around if you want? There's probably nothing wrong with it, it's probably just a hot engine or summat,' Tommy says, and Ellie nods as Tommy opens the bonnet of the car. 'Ah, screw it,' he says, slamming the car bonnet. He paces towards Ellie, smashing his lips against hers and pushing her back against the wall. The kiss grows more passionate as Ellie pulls Tommy's jacket off before pulling his oil-stained grey shirt over his head and throwing it to the floor. Ellie wraps her legs around Tommy's waist as they don't break the kiss, and Tommy opens the car door before placing her into the back seat. He pulls his jeans off before climbing in and closing the door as they disappear down behind the seats...

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DUFF DUFF:

A new Australian family is set to descend on the village.

Lead by the new owner of the Barber's, Zac Mercer (Charlie Clausen), the family will consist of five boys, but is set to expand in the future with some female relatives.

Zac will be arriving with his brothers, Nathan (Dan Ewing), Kyle (Harley Bonner), Sam (Reece Milne) and Caleb (Nic Westaway).

Nathan will be 'Sweat', the local gym.

Kyle will enrol at the college, and also work at the Garage.

Sam and Caleb will also enrol at the college. Sam will also work at 'Woodchurch Wine', the local wine bar, whilst Caleb will be employed as a barman at 'After Life', the nightclub.

The family will arrive in Episode 5, but will be shocked in Episode 10 by a shock arrival...

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REGULARS
PETER ELLIS - Simon Rouse (Episode 1-)
SAMANTHA ELLIS (nee Graham) - Gillian Taylforth (Episode 1-)
RILEY ELLIS - Kelvin Fletcher (Episode 1-)
THOMAS 'TOMMY' ELLIS - Ayden Callaghan (Episode 1-)
AIDEN ELLIS - Ashley Taylor Dawson (Episode 1-)
ELLIE MURPHY - Lacey Turner (Episode 1-)
BLAKE JOHNSON - Jared Garfield (Episode 1-)
MIA BUTCHER - Jade Thirlwall (Episode 1-)
(DC) CHRISTOPHER 'CHRIS' ELLIS - Jason Statham (Episode 1-)
LAUREN MURPHY - Sarah George (Episode 1-)
JAKE ELLIS - Jamie Lomas (Episode 1-)
DANIEL 'DANNY' ELLIS - Danny Miller (Episode 1-)
ROBERT 'ROBBIE' ELLIS - Michael Parr (Episode 1-)
GEORGIA MURPHY - Jacqueline Jossa (Episode 1-)
CONNOR ELLIS - Danny Dyer (Episode 1-)
HEIDI ATKINSON - Samantha Womack (Episode 1-)
LEAH WOOD (nee Hartley) - Clare Perkins (Episode 1-)
MARCUS WOOD - Patrick Robinson (Episode 1-)
ANDREW ELLIS - Greg Wood (Episode 1-)
CHERYL MURPHY (nee Brannington) - Ann Mitchell (Episode 1-)
GREGGORY 'GREG' MURPHY - Timothy West (Episode 1-)
LOGAN ELLIS - Anthony Quinlan (Episode 2-)
DALE CAMPBELL - Nick Rhys (Episode 2-)
JAYDEN CAMPBELL - Cameron Moore (Episode 2-)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (Episode 2-)
DANIELLE MURPHY - Sophie Porley (Episode 2-)
MADDIE MURPHY - Georgia May Foote (Episode 2-)
JACK ELLIS - Ryan Thomas (Episode 2-)
JAY ELLIS - Adam Thomas (Episode 2-)
PATRICK WOOD - Michael Joel-Stuart (Episode 2-)
SASKIA FISHER - Bronagh Waugh (Episode 2-)
CRYSTAL FISHER - Karen Hassan (Episode 2-)
PAULA WALKER - Jo Joyner (Episode 3-)
MICHELLE HARDACRE - Diane Parish (Episode 3-)
CONSTANCE 'CONNIE' HARDACRE - Tameka Empson (Episode 3-)
SOFIA RAMAHN - Rakhee Thakrar (Episode 3-)
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (Episode 3-)

RECURRING
PC ROSCOE - Alex Walkinshaw (Episode 1-)

CHILDREN
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EXTRAS
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ANIMALS
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DEPARTING
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RETURNING
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FUTURE
ZAC MERCER - Charlie Clausen (Episode 5-)
NATHAN MERCER - Dan Ewing (Episode 5-)
KYLE MERCER - Harley Bonner (Episode 5-)
SAMUEL 'SAM' MERCER - Reece Milne (Episode 5-)
CALEB MERCER - Nic Westaway (Episode 5-)

FORMER
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Episode 2: Weds 2.12.15 (21:00 - 21:45)
• Christmas looks set to be good for one couple...
... Whilst another will definitely not be full of Christmas Spirit!
• Tommy and Ellie get passionate.
• Cheryl returns home from hospital but struggles to re-adjust back into her usual routine.

Episode 3: Thurs 3.12.15 (21:00 - 22:00)
• Marcus continues to feel guilty.
• Christmas comes early for one resident...
... But another resident finds themselves alone.
• It is the day of Jayden's birthday, and Jayden finds himself getting lucky...

Episode 4: Fri 5.12.15 (1/2) (21:00 - 22:00)
• Is it the end for Peter and Samantha?
• Heidi's jealousy grows... but is Leah safe?
• Michaela lashes out at an interfering Sofia.

Episode 5: Fri 5.12.15 (1/2) (22:30 - 23:30)
• Sofia discovers Michaela's secret...
• A family of Australian hunks descends on the Square...
• Chris and Lauren get passionate...

• Tommy Ellis and Ellie Murphy lie next to each other, naked, in the back of Ellie's car which is parked in the Garage. Ellie wakes up slowly, lifting her head up to find herself practically on top of Tommy, wrapped up in his arms. 'Tommy...' Ellie whispers, nudging Tommy. Tommy wakes up and groans, struggling to work out where he is. 'Tommy?' Tommy's cousin Logan Ellis calls, knocking on the shutters loudly. 'Oi, Tom! Are you in there?' Logan sighs, leaving, and Tommy sighs with relief.

• Meanwhile, at Blake and Mia's flat, Mia Butcher is lying in bed next to a sleeping Blake. Mia is trying to decide how to tell her fiancé, Blake, that she is pregnant. Blake wakes up slowly and smiles at Mia. 'Morning, babe,' Blake whispers, greeting her with a kiss.

• At the Campbell brothers' flat (3c Woodchurch Square), Dale and Jayden Campbell are talking about Jayden's birthday party, which is the next day. 'The guests, venue, food and decorations are sorted, it's just the music that we need to do,' Dale says as he takes a bite of his toast. Jayden nods, not looking away from his phone. 'Well Riley used to DJ so I could ask him?' Dale suggests, and Jayden nods again, still not looking away from his phone. At that moment, the front door opens, and Jayden and Dale's brother Carl Campbell enters. 'Knock knock!' He shouts, making his way into the kitchen. 'Morning,' Carl chirps. 'Hey, bro,' Dale greets. 'Is everything sorted for tomorrow?' Carl asks, and Dale nods. 'Pretty much, except birthday boy won't get his head out of his phone,' Dale says, hitting Jayden's arm playfully as he finishes his sentence. 'Ouch!' Jayden yelps, pushing Dale away.

• Back at the Garage, Ellie is sat in the back of the car, getting dressed when Tommy - now in his boxers - strolls out from the office. 'El...' Tommy whispers, but Ellie shakes her head. 'Just... don't talk,' she says. 'I need to go.' Tommy nods. 'Alright. Well... it was fun, thanks,' Tommy says, and Ellie raises an eyebrow. 'Fun?' She spits. Tommy nods sheepishly. 'It was alright, but you seriously need some work,' Ellie quips. 'Oh yeah?' Tommy asks as Ellie stands up and they are stood near each other, their faces inches away from each other. 'Yup,' Ellie replies and Tommy chuckles. He leans in and kisses Ellie, the kiss passionate but sloppy. Ellie pushes him away. 'I'm not that easy,' she smirks. Tommy grins and watches as she leaves the Garage...

• At the pub, Danielle Murphy, Maddie Murphy, Jack Ellis and Jay Ellis are sat at a table, chatting and laughing. Peter is stood at the bar, as is his nephew - and barman - Connor. Marcus enters, followed by his wife, Leah, and their 19 year-old son Patrick Wood. 'So, how was it?' Leah asks, and Marcus frowns. 'How was what?' 'The conference...' Leah replies with a 'duh' tone. 'Oh, yeah. Yeah, it was good,' Marcus states. He leans against the bar and suggests Leah and Patrick go find a table. They do as he says, and Marcus gives Connor his order. 'So, where were you really last night?' Connor asks as he pours Marcus' drink, and Marcus looks at him, guilty but confused.

• At Walsgrave University Hospital, Greg Murphy helps Cheryl Murphy out of the hospital as she is struggling to walk following her mugging. Cheryl takes a breath of fresh air - the first bit of fresh air she has had for a month! 'Here you go, love,' Greg says as he helps Cheryl into the car. Nurse Lauren Murphy - Greg and Cheryl's granddaughter - jogs out of the hospital and over to them. 'Nan,' she says, passing Cheryl her mobile, which she had left behind. Cheryl thanks her before closing the door. Lauren watches as Greg and Cheryl drive away. Lauren looks across the road to see Chris looking at her, smoking a cigarette. He notices she has seen him, and looks away, throwing the cigarette to the ground and stamping on it.

• Ellie arrives home, and is greeted by Georgia Murphy, Ellie's younger sister getting ready for her shift at the pub. 'Where did you get to last night your dirty stop-out?' Georgia jokes, and Ellie shakes her head. 'Not in the mood,' Ellie replies grumpily. 'Is that the hangover talking, or guilt?' Georgia quips. 'Oh, just shut up, Georg!' Ellie snaps, and Georgia frowns. 'Alright, was just joking. Don't get your knickers in a twist,' Georgia remarks, rolling her eyes. 'I'm sorry, alright? Just... long day... night, oh, I don't know!' Ellie stresses, and Georgia smirks. 'Right, well I'm off to work. You should sleep a bit, you've got two hours till you start your shift so...' With that, Georgia leaves, leaving Ellie alone, slumped on the sofa.

• At their flat, Saskia and Crystal Fisher are sitting on their sofa, watching TV. There is a knock at the door, and Crystal opens it, to find nobody there. Crystal looks down, and is confused to see a note stuck to the floor. Crystal picks it up and frowns, reading the words: 'YOU CAN'T HIDE FROM YOUR PAST'. As Crystal looks at the note, worried, a hooded figure watches from behind a bush...

• Cheryl and Greg arrive home, and Greg helps Cheryl into the house. As she enters the front hallway, she stares nostalgically at the pictures hung up on the wall. 'Are you alright?' Greg asks, and Cheryl nods slightly before carrying on into the living room. She sits down on a sofa and exhales deeply, looking at the blank TV, which is reflecting her bruised face...

• Tommy is working in the Garage when Logan enters. 'Ah, you're open now?' Logan asks, and Tommy shrugs. 'Slept in,' Tommy lies, and Logan frowns. 'Alright. Anyway, I just came to see how you got on last night? Jake said you had loads to do and-' 'Yeah, I didn't get round to it,' Tommy says. 'Got a bit... sidetracked, but I've called everybody and told them it's gonna take a bit longer than expected,' Tommy says, and Logan smiles. 'Sidetracked?' He asks, smirking, and Tommy sighs. 'I... there... might have been a girl involved...' Tommy says, and Logan grins. 'And?' 'And it was just a one-off - she doesn't want anything to do with me,' Tommy admits, slightly disheartened. Logan pats his back. 'And you're sure about that?' He asks, and Tommy looks at him with a look of uncertainty on his face...

• Connor enters the living room of the flat above the pub, holding a cup of tea. Marcus is sat on the sofa, having told Leah to go home early as he was needed in work and it was an emergency. 'Here you go,' Connor says, passing the cup to Marcus, who thanks him. 'So...?' Connor asks, and Marcus frowns. 'What?' 'You didn't answer my question,' Connor reminds him, and Marcus sighs. 'I may have made a big mistake...' Marcus admits, before revealing everything about his one-night stand with Heidi to a shocked Connor...

• Lauren is leaving the hospital after finishing her shift. She is leaving the hospital, texting. As she steps out into the road, Lauren is yanked back quickly as a car speeds past. Lauren trips, falling backwards into the person who saved her. She turns around to see Chris lying behind her, chuckling. 'Oh my God, I'm so sorry!' Lauren gushes, and Chris tells her it's no problem. 'Thanks,' she smiles, and Chris smiles back. He helps Lauren up as she thanks him again before leaving. As she goes, Chris watches her.

• Tommy stands outside of Ellie's flat, knocking on the door. Ellie opens it and groans. 'What do you want?' She asks. 'Good sex is good,' Tommy grins. 'But if not, I'm sure I can settle for a cup of tea and a chat?' Tommy flirts. Ellie rolls her eyes. 'You think I'll just jump into bed with you after rubbish sexual innuendos and a terrible attempt at flirting?' Ellie asks, and Tommy shrugs. 'Well...' Tommy whispers, but is interrupted by Ellie pulling Tommy closer and kissing him passionately. 'Stop talking,' she whispers, kissing him passionately again. She pulls him into the flat, closing the door behind him, and the pair kiss passionately at the bottom of the stairs, Tommy pushing Ellie against the wall.

• AND back at Greg and Cheryl's house, Cheryl is staring at a mirror, her cheeks stained with mascara and her eyes wet. She stares at herself; her frail, pale face; the bruises covering her face, arms and legs; her stitches reaching across her forehead; the dried blood on her neck. She yelps, picking up her jewellery box and throwing it at the mirror, watching the glass smash into tiny little shards. She slides down the wall, crying, holding her head in her hands as she sobs...

The episode begins with a montage; Cheryl Murphy is sat in the kitchen of her house, her hands clasped around a cup of coffee as she stares into space; Tommy Ellis kisses Ellie Murphy as they wake up in bed together; Jayden Campbell is handed by a birthday card and present by his brother, Dale Campbell; Paula Walker is opening up her salon when Michelle Hardacre enters with her sister, Connie Hardacre.

Michelle asks Paula if she has any spaces, to which Paula says only 2 o'clock. Michelle says she's going out at one, and a slightly-annoyed Paula says she can do it now.

Marcus feels guilty about his night of passion with Heidi two days before, and contemplates telling his wife, Leah, however doesn't. He goes to see Heidi to tell her it was a mistake, but she tells him she loves him. When Marcus says that he loves Leah, Heidi drops a bombshell - she's pregnant!

Michaela goes into the pharmacy and gives Sofia (the pharmacist) a prescription for Buscapan. Sofia asks if Michaela is OK, and Michaela tells her she is fine - she just has some stomach cramps, which she has had for a week. Sofia says she hopes she feels better soon, but as Michaela leaves, it is evident Sofia doesn't believe her. Later, Sofia calls round to Michaela's to see if she is OK, but she finds the house empty...

Also, Connor and Georgia are talking behind the bar, flirting slightly. Connor claims to be the fittest man Georgia knows, but Georgia says it depends who he asks. When Connor questions who the fittest man in Woodchurch is, Georgia quickly says Aiden (due to him entering the pub at that moment). Aiden passes Georgia her phone, claiming she left it 'last night'. Connor looks slightly jealous, and after Aiden has left, he asks what they did the night before - however, finding Connor's jealously amusing, Georgia explains that she went out with Maddie, Danielle, Sofia and Crystal, before telling Connor not to get his jealous boxers in a twist.

Elsewhere, Ellie makes it clear to Tommy that they are just a bit of fun. Tommy says that they don't have to be, but Ellie says they do - she doesn't want a serious relationship. Tommy is slightly disheartened, but says that is fine. After the couple share a kiss, Tommy prepares to leave - until Maddie walks in on Tommy in his boxers, getting dressed, whilst Ellie lies in bed!

Meanwhile, Jayden's party is underway. Amongst the guests are Riley, Blake, Mia, Chris, Lauren, Jake, Danny, Robbie, Georgia, Andrew, Dale, Carl, Danielle, Maddie, Jack, Logan, Jay, Crystal and Sofia. Georgia and Jayden keep on exchanging flirtatious remarks, whilst Blake is confused when Mia turns down alcohol - and after putting it off the day before, Mia decides it is time to tell Blake about the pregnancy. She leads Blake into the bathroom and tells him about her pregnancy. Blake is over the moon at the thought of being a father, and is even more excited when Mia reveals she is three months gone. AND, the night ends on a high for Jayden as he finds himself getting passionate with Georgia in his bedroom...

I forgot to mention:

This isn't set in a village, it's set on a Square called 'Woodchurch Square', as well as the surrounding streets (Ansty Avenue, Walsgrave Road and Market Street).

It is set in London.

In my head, the show aired its first episode on October 19, 1973, so has been running for forty-two years!

Regulars
PETER ELLIS - Simon Rouse (1973-)
SAMANTHA ELLIS (nee Graham) - Gillian Taylforth (1973-)
CHERYL MURPHY (nee Brannington) - Ann Mitchell (1973-)
GREGGORY 'GREG' MURPHY - Timothy West (1973-)
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (1975-)
CHRISTOPHER 'CHRIS' ELLIS - Jason Statham (1979 - 2010, 2012-)
ANDREW ELLIS - Greg Wood (1980 - 1997, 2013-)
JAKE ELLIS - Jamie Lomas (1981 - 2003, 2005 - 2007, 2009 - 2011, 2013-)
RILEY ELLIS - Kelvin Fletcher (1983-)
CONNOR ELLIS - Danny Dyer (1984-)
JACK ELLIS - Ryan Thomas (1984-)
LOGAN ELLIS - Anthony Quinlan (1985-2005, 2013-)
THOMAS 'TOMMY' ELLIS - Ayden Callaghan (1985 - 2000, 2007, 2010 - 2011, 2013-)
AIDEN ELLIS - Ashley Taylor Dawson (1985 - 2003, 2010-)
JAY ELLIS - Adam Thomas (1987-)
ELLIE MURPHY - Lacey Turner (1988-)
ROBERT 'ROBBIE' ELLIS - Michael Parr (1989 - 2009, 2014-)
DANIEL 'DANNY' ELLIS - Danny Miller (1990-)
LAUREN MURPHY - Sarah George (1990-)
DANIELLE MURPHY - Sophie Porley (1992-)
GEORGIA MURPHY - Jacqueline Jossa (1994-)
MADDIE MURPHY - Georgia May Foote (1996-)
PAULA WALKER - Jo Joyner (2004-)
MICHELLE HARDACRE - Diane Parish (2005-)
CONSTANCE 'CONNIE' HARDACRE - Tameka Empson (2005 - 2007, 2009-)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (2006 - 2010, 2014-)
HEIDI ATKINSON - Samantha Womack (2007-)
SOFIA RAMAHN - Rakhee Thakrar (2009-)
SASKIA FISHER - Bronagh Waugh (2010-)
CRYSTAL FISHER - Karen Hassan (2010-)
MARCUS WOOD - Patrick Robinson (2010-)
LEAH WOOD - Clare Perkins (2010-)
PATRICK WOOD - Michael Joel-Stuart (2010, 2014-)
DALE CAMPBELL - Nick Rhys (2014-)
BLAKE JOHNSON - Jared Garfield (2015-)
MIA BUTCHER - Jade Thirwall (2015-)
JAYDEN CAMPBELL - Cameron Moore (2015-)

Recurring
PC ROSCOE - Alex Walkinshaw (2014-)

Children

Extras

Animals

Returning

Departing

Future
NATHAN MERCER - Dan Ewing (2015-)
KYLE MERCER - Harley Bonner (2015-)
ZAC MERCER - Charlie Clausen (2015-)
SAMUEL 'SAM' MERCER - Reece Milne (2015-)
CALEB MERCER - Nic Westaway (2015-)

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Departures, Arrivals + Returns | Thurs 3.12.15

The cast of 'Woodchurch' is about to go through a big change as there are several arrivals, returns and one or two departures!

Two past characters from the Ellis family are returning for the renewal of Peter's (Simon Rouse) and Samantha's (Gillian Taylforth) wedding vows.

Carlie Turner - the sister of Peter - is returning with her husband, Ryan Turner. Carlie first appeared in 1973, as did Ryan, before the pair departed in 1993. Carlie is played by Hollyoaks actress Helen Pearson (Frankie Osborne), whilst Ryan is played by Paul Bradley (ex-Holby City star, who played Elliot Hope).

The Murphy sisters are also in for a shock when their mother, Alicia Murphy (Ex-EastEnders star Anna Acton, who played Emma Summerhayes), returns with her sister, India Kennedy (Suranne Jones). Alicia appeared in 1973, before departing in 2004 after moving Liverpool. India also first appeared in 1973, at the age of 1, and departed in 2010 after moving to Ireland. Both returns are permanent.

The Windsor family are also set to return to the show. Original couple Duncan (Chris Chittell) and Louise (Barbara Windsor) both appeared in the first episode before departing in 2011, when they moved to Portugal. Also joining them are their sons, Arthur + Glenn, Glenn's wife Charlotte, Charlotte + Glenn's children James + Joe, and Arthur's children Lee, Liam, Darren and Shannon.

Arthur - played by Hollyoaks' Jeremy Sheffield (Patrick Blake) had two stints, in 1973 - 1999, and then 2003 - 2007, when he moved to Devon. His most notable storyline was his male rape storyline, when he was raped on a night out by a family friend in 2001.

Glenn (David Kennedy - Hollyoaks' Dirk Savage) and Charlotte (Saskia Wickham - Ex-Hollyoaks star who played Anna Savage) departed in 2013, and moved to Essex.

James Windsor (Former Hollyoaks star Rob Norbury, who played Riley Costello) appeared from his birth on Christmas Day 1988, until 2012, when he and his cousin Lee Windsor (1990 - 2012, played by Chris Fountain) were sent down for an armed robbery they did not commit, which ended up in the death of Michaela Hassan's niece Shakeeylah. James and Lee will be released in 2016, which is the reason for the families return. James' most well-known storyline was his relationship with Ellie Murphy (Lacey Turner), and her subsequent miscarriage. Lee's most-known storyline was his romance with schoolfriend Katy Osborne, who later went on to fall for his cousin Joe!

Joe is also returning. Joe was played by Danny Mac from 1990 to 2014, when he moved to Essex to be with his parents. His girlfriend, Katy Osborne (1991 - 2014, Emma Rigby), who is also returning, went with him, as well as Joe's daughter, Sophie, who was born in 2011. Joe's most notable storyline is his relationship with Lauren Murphy in 2010, to which she fell pregnant with Sophie. However, Joe entered an affair with Lauren's sister Georgia. He later started dating Katy, and they moved to Essex in 2014 along with Sophie after Lauren decided it would be better for Sophie to be with her Dad.

The final three members of the family are Liam (Charlie Clapham, 1992 - 2014), Darren (Danny-Boy Hatchard, 1993 - 2014) and Shannon (Hetti Bywater, 1992 - 2012).

A new family is set to be introduced in the New Year. The Duff's consist of Seb (Andrew Lancel), his wife Viv (Gillian Kearney) and their children Ryan (Neil McDermott), Nathan (Sol Heras) and Scarlett (Sacha Parkinson).

Returnee Arthur will be returning with a new girlfriend, Rachel McBride (Natalie Anderson), who is 20 years younger!

Also, there's three departures coming up. Meera Syal - who plays Michaela Hassan - has decided to quit after forty years in the role!

David Tennant is leaving his role as Carl Campbell in the New Year. David joined the show as Carl in 2006, before departing in 2010. He returned in 2014 with his family, however is now going to leave. It is expected he will leave in early February, ten years to the month after his first appearance!

Finally, another character is set to depart. It is rumoured to be original character Greg Murphy (Timothy West), however this could be a red herring!

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Regulars
PETER ELLIS - Simon Rouse (1973-)
SAMANTHA ELLIS (nee Graham) - Gillian Taylforth (1973-)
CHERYL MURPHY (nee Brannington) - Ann Mitchell (1973-)
GREGGORY 'GREG' MURPHY - Timothy West (1973-)
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (1975 - 2016) (Departing!)
CHRISTOPHER 'CHRIS' ELLIS - Jason Statham (1979 - 2010, 2012-)
ANDREW ELLIS - Greg Wood (1980 - 1997, 2013-)
JAKE ELLIS - Jamie Lomas (1981 - 2003, 2005 - 2007, 2009 - 2011, 2013-)
RILEY ELLIS - Kelvin Fletcher (1983-)
CONNOR ELLIS - Danny Dyer (1984-)
JACK ELLIS - Ryan Thomas (1984-)
LOGAN ELLIS - Anthony Quinlan (1985-2005, 2013-)
THOMAS 'TOMMY' ELLIS - Ayden Callaghan (1985 - 2000, 2007, 2010 - 2011, 2013-)
AIDEN ELLIS - Ashley Taylor Dawson (1985 - 2003, 2010-)
JAY ELLIS - Adam Thomas (1987-)
ELLIE MURPHY - Lacey Turner (1988-)
ROBERT 'ROBBIE' ELLIS - Michael Parr (1989 - 2009, 2014-)
DANIEL 'DANNY' ELLIS - Danny Miller (1990-)
LAUREN MURPHY - Sarah George (1990-)
DANIELLE MURPHY - Sophie Porley (1992-)
GEORGIA MURPHY - Jacqueline Jossa (1994-)
MADDIE MURPHY - Georgia May Foote (1996-)
PAULA WALKER - Jo Joyner (2004-)
MICHELLE HARDACRE - Diane Parish (2005-)
CONSTANCE 'CONNIE' HARDACRE - Tameka Empson (2005 - 2007, 2009-)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (2006 - 2010, 2014 - 2016) (Departing!)
HEIDI ATKINSON - Samantha Womack (2007-)
SOFIA RAMAHN - Rakhee Thakrar (2009-)
SASKIA FISHER - Bronagh Waugh (2010-)
CRYSTAL FISHER - Karen Hassan (2010-)
MARCUS WOOD - Patrick Robinson (2010-)
LEAH WOOD - Clare Perkins (2010-)
PATRICK WOOD - Michael Joel-Stuart (2010, 2014-)
DALE CAMPBELL - Nick Rhys (2014-)
BLAKE JOHNSON - Jared Garfield (2015-)
MIA BUTCHER - Jade Thirwall (2015-)
JAYDEN CAMPBELL - Cameron Moore (2015-)

Recurring
PC ROSCOE - Alex Walkinshaw (2014-)

Children

Extras

Animals

Returning
CARLIE TURNER (nee Ellis) - Helen Pearson (1973 - 1993, 2016-) (Returns 2016 - Guest)
RYAN TURNER - Paul Bradley (1973 - 1993, 2016-) (Returns 2016 - Guest)
ALICIA MURPHY (nee Kennedy) - Anna Acton (1973 - 2004, 2016-) (Returns Feb 2016)
INDIA KENNEDY - Suranne Jones (1973 - 2010, 2016-) (Returns Feb 2016)
DUNCAN WINDSOR - Chris Chittell (1973 - 2011, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
LOUISE WINDSOR (nee Spencer) - Barbara Windsor (1973 - 2011, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
ARTHUR WINDSOR - Jeremy Sheffield (1973 - 1999, 2003 - 2007, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
GLENN WINDSOR - David Kennedy (1973 - 2013, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
CHARLOTTE WINDSOR (nee Webb) - Saskia Wickham (1973 - 2013, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
JAMES WINDSOR - Rob Norbury (1988 - 2012, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
LEE WINDSOR - Chris Fountain (1990 - 2012, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
JOSEPH 'JOE' WINDSOR - Danny Mac (1990 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
KATY OSBORNE - Emma Rigby (1991 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
LIAM WINDSOR - Charlie Clapham (1992 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
DARREN WINDSOR - Danny-Boy Hatchard (1993 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
SHANNON WINDSOR - Hetti Bywater (1994 - 2012, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
SOPHIE WINDSOR - Uncredited (2011 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)

Departing
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (1975 - 2016) (Departs 2016)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (2006 - 2010, 2014 - 2016) (Departs 2016)

Future
NATHAN MERCER - Dan Ewing (2015-)
KYLE MERCER - Harley Bonner (2015-)
ZAC MERCER - Charlie Clausen (2015-)
SAMUEL 'SAM' MERCER - Reece Milne (2015-)
CALEB MERCER - Nic Westaway (2015-)
SEBASTIAN 'SEB' DUFF - Andrew Lancel (2016-)
VIVIAN 'VIV' DUFF - Gillian Kearney (2016-)
RYAN DUFF - Neil McDermott (2016-)
NATHAN DUFF - Sol Heras (2016-)
SCARLETT DUFF - Sacha Parkinson (2016-)
RACHEL McBRIDE - Natalie Anderson (2016-)

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After spending the night with Jayden, Georgia returns home to find a worried Ellie and Danielle talking about her whereabouts. Ellie shuns Georgia for not telling them where she was, but Georgia says she's old enough to make her own decisions - and anyway, it's not something Ellie doesn't do. Ellie asks what she means, and Georgia says, "You and Tommy? Don't deny it, Ellie - I've seen you both."

Peter confides in Chris, explaining that he feels the cracks in his and Samantha's relationship are beginning to show. Chris gives Peter some romance advice to save his marriage, but will he take it?

Also, Sofia continues to question Michaela. Eventually, Michaela snaps, throwing Sofia out of her house and calling her a 'nosy, interfering cow!'. Sofia confides in Samantha, who goes to speak to Michaela, however Michaela tells Samantha she is fine and just wants to be left alone.

Meanwhile, Crystal panics over the note she received, and contemplates going to the Police.

Elsewhere, Marcus tells Heidi that he feels bad about what they did, and thinks they should tell Leah. Heidi says it'd kill her best friend, and Marcus agrees, however later, Heidi can be seen opening a scrap book with pictures of Leah, with the eyes scraped out... is Leah safe?

And Nathan (Nate) Mercer arrives on the Square and looks at Number 6. A passing Maddie asks him what he is up to, and Nate announces his family is moving in the next day.

Chris tells Lauren about a new lead they have on the mugger of Lauren's grandmother, Cheryl, two weeks earlier. After telling Lauren everything that he can, Chris asks Lauren on a date. Lauren agrees. Later on that evening, Lauren and Chris head to The Lion together, however Chris suggests they do something funner - and then Chris and Lauren end up having sex in the alleyway next to the pub!

Georgia tells Jayden that what happened between them was just a one-off: 'A bit of fun'. Jayden is slightly hurt by this, but tells her that is fine. However, Jayden confides in his brother, Dale. Dale tells Georgia how Jayden feels, and Georgia begins to feel bad. She confronts Jayden, and the pair share a kiss, however Georgia says that they should take it slow - if anything IS going to happen between them.

Also, a family of Australian brothers descend on the Square. Kyle Mercer instantly charms Maddie, whist Zac and Nate settle in by visiting the pub! Sam gets himself in trouble when he flirts with Mia, and annoys Blake, whilst Caleb is almost run over by Heidi when he steps into the road whilst texting!

Meanwhile, Sofia continues to interfere in Michaela's personal life, and in a fit of rage, Michaela reveals a devastating secret - she has cancer!

And, Marcus struggles with his guilt; Patrick enjoys a day out with Leah; Carl and Paula continue to flirt, much to Connie's chagrin...


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Regulars
PETER ELLIS - Simon Rouse (1973-)
SAMANTHA ELLIS (nee Graham) - Gillian Taylforth (1973-)
CHERYL MURPHY (nee Brannington) - Ann Mitchell (1973-)
GREGGORY 'GREG' MURPHY - Timothy West (1973-)
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (1975 - 2016) (Departing!)
CHRISTOPHER 'CHRIS' ELLIS - Jason Statham (1979 - 2010, 2012-)
ANDREW ELLIS - Greg Wood (1980 - 1997, 2013-)
JAKE ELLIS - Jamie Lomas (1981 - 2003, 2005 - 2007, 2009 - 2011, 2013-)
RILEY ELLIS - Kelvin Fletcher (1983-)
CONNOR ELLIS - Danny Dyer (1984-)
JACK ELLIS - Ryan Thomas (1984-)
LOGAN ELLIS - Anthony Quinlan (1985-2005, 2013-)
THOMAS 'TOMMY' ELLIS - Ayden Callaghan (1985 - 2000, 2007, 2010 - 2011, 2013-)
AIDEN ELLIS - Ashley Taylor Dawson (1985 - 2003, 2010-)
JAY ELLIS - Adam Thomas (1987-)
ELLIE MURPHY - Lacey Turner (1988-)
ROBERT 'ROBBIE' ELLIS - Michael Parr (1989 - 2009, 2014-)
DANIEL 'DANNY' ELLIS - Danny Miller (1990-)
LAUREN MURPHY - Sarah George (1990-)
DANIELLE MURPHY - Sophie Porley (1992-)
GEORGIA MURPHY - Jacqueline Jossa (1994-)
MADDIE MURPHY - Georgia May Foote (1996-)
PAULA WALKER - Jo Joyner (2004-)
MICHELLE HARDACRE - Diane Parish (2005-)
CONSTANCE 'CONNIE' HARDACRE - Tameka Empson (2005 - 2007, 2009-)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (2006 - 2010, 2014 - 2016) (Departing!)
HEIDI ATKINSON - Samantha Womack (2007-)
SOFIA RAMAHN - Rakhee Thakrar (2009-)
SASKIA FISHER - Bronagh Waugh (2010-)
CRYSTAL FISHER - Karen Hassan (2010-)
MARCUS WOOD - Patrick Robinson (2010-)
LEAH WOOD - Clare Perkins (2010-)
PATRICK WOOD - Michael Joel-Stuart (2010, 2014-)
DALE CAMPBELL - Nick Rhys (2014-)
BLAKE JOHNSON - Jared Garfield (2015-)
MIA BUTCHER - Jade Thirwall (2015-)
JAYDEN CAMPBELL - Cameron Moore (2015-)
NATHAN 'NATE' MERCER - Dan Ewing (2015-)
KYLE MERCER - Harley Bonner (2015-)
ZAC MERCER - Charlie Clausen (2015-)
SAMUEL 'SAM' MERCER - Reece Milne (2015-)
CALEB MERCER - Nic Westaway (2015-)

Recurring
PC ROSCOE - Alex Walkinshaw (2014-)

Children

Extras

Animals

Returning
CARLIE TURNER (nee Ellis) - Helen Pearson (1973 - 1993, 2016-) (Returns 2016 - Guest)
RYAN TURNER - Paul Bradley (1973 - 1993, 2016-) (Returns 2016 - Guest)
ALICIA MURPHY (nee Kennedy) - Anna Acton (1973 - 2004, 2016-) (Returns Feb 2016)
INDIA KENNEDY - Suranne Jones (1973 - 2010, 2016-) (Returns Feb 2016)
DUNCAN WINDSOR - Chris Chittell (1973 - 2011, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
LOUISE WINDSOR (nee Spencer) - Barbara Windsor (1973 - 2011, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
ARTHUR WINDSOR - Jeremy Sheffield (1973 - 1999, 2003 - 2007, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
GLENN WINDSOR - David Kennedy (1973 - 2013, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
CHARLOTTE WINDSOR (nee Webb) - Saskia Wickham (1973 - 2013, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
JAMES WINDSOR - Rob Norbury (1988 - 2012, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
LEE WINDSOR - Chris Fountain (1990 - 2012, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
JOSEPH 'JOE' WINDSOR - Danny Mac (1990 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
KATY OSBORNE - Emma Rigby (1991 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
LIAM WINDSOR - Charlie Clapham (1992 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
DARREN WINDSOR - Danny-Boy Hatchard (1993 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
SHANNON WINDSOR - Hetti Bywater (1994 - 2012, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
SOPHIE WINDSOR - Uncredited (2011 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)

Departing
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (1975 - 2016) (Departs 2016)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (2006 - 2010, 2014 - 2016) (Departs 2016)

Future
SEBASTIAN 'SEB' DUFF - Andrew Lancel (2016-)
VIVIAN 'VIV' DUFF - Gillian Kearney (2016-)
RYAN DUFF - Neil McDermott (2016-)
NATHAN DUFF - Sol Heras (2016-)
SCARLETT DUFF - Sacha Parkinson (2016-)
RACHEL McBRIDE - Natalie Anderson (2016-)

Former

Lauren is shocked after waking up in bed next to Chris. Lauren regrets her night of passion with Chris, and tells him that, but later feels bad about it. Lauren finds herself becoming jealous when she sees Chris chatting with Crystal in the pub. To make Chris jealous, Lauren hooks up with old school-friend (and ex-boyfriend from when she was at school), Jonny Andrews. Jonny and Lauren share a kiss whilst Chris watches.

Due to missing her 12-week scan, Mia attends it today, and is elated to discover she is having a baby boy. However, after looking at the dates, she realises not everything is not as it seems with the pregnancy - the time of conceiving was when Mia and Blake were on a relationship hiatus. Mia immediately puts 2 and 2 together and works out the true father, and calls him. She waits in the park. 'There's something you need to know,' Mia says as the unseen figure arrives. 'I'm pregnant, and the dates match - it's yours...' Mia admits as Riley Ellis stares at her in horror.

Also, Sofia is still reeling after being told about Michaela's cancer. Michaela visits her and begs her to tell anybody, but Sofia says that Michaela needs her friends around her. Michaela says she has everybody she needs - however, unconvinced, Sofia makes a phone call...

Meanwhile, Blake begins to plan for his wedding to Mia, and decides to create a nursery for the baby, unaware of what Mia is up to...

Elsewhere, Tommy asks Ellie if she is ready to start a relationship, and she says she isn't - she just wants to keep things "easy and fun" between them. After sleeping together, Tommy discovers a hole in the condom, and suggests Ellie takes the pill.

And, Nate and Aiden clash; Connor loses his temper with a punter, and a fist fight ensues, ending with Georgia attempting to pull Connor off, but Connor pushes her off, accidentally punching her in the face and causing her to fall and smack her head off of a table...

Georgia is in hospital, and Connor visits her with a bouquet of flowers, extremely apologetic. Georgia says it is fine, and Connor thanks her for not being angry. Later, Connor returns home, and Andrew shuns Connor for hitting a girl. Connor said it was an accident and wasn't his fault, before revealing that he wouldn't hit Georgia. 'I wouldn't ever hit her,' Connor defends himself. 'Oh, yeah? How do you know that? You can't tell!' Andrew argues. 'Because I love her,' Connor blurts out. At the hospital, Jayden visits Georgia, clearly worried. Georgia says she's fine, and it's not his job to worry about her anyway, but Jayden says he doesn't care - he likes her, and wants her to be OK.

Chris questions Lauren on why she did what she did at the pub with Jonny, and Lauren reveals that she's known Jonny since they were kids. Chris brands her a jealous bitch, and Lauren snaps, telling him that he's just jealous because Lauren's liked Jonny (on and off) for fourteen years (since Year 6). Chris asks why he would be jealous of somebody who Lauren kisses to make him jealous, and Lauren says that she slept with Jonny, angering him.

Also, Samantha finds Tommy and Ellie in a compromising position on the sofa. Samantha is shocked by the couple, but Tommy reasons that he loves Ellie, and is just waiting for her to be ready before they take their relationship from a sexual fling to a full-blown relationship.

Meanwhile, Lauren arrives home and confides in Maddie, telling her everything about Chris and Jonny. Maddie is shocked, and suggests Lauren tells the truth about not sleeping with Jonny, but Lauren ignores her and instead calls Jonny, saying she wants to see him. As he arrives at the flat, he is shocked when Lauren seduces him and the pair sleep together...

Elsewhere, Riley reels from the announcement he is the baby Daddy of Mia's baby. He decides to confide in his brother, Aiden, however Aiden is not listening as he is too busy creating a profile for an Internet Dating Site.

And, Sofia receives a text from the mystery recipient of the phone call, saying that they will get to London on the next flight, which will possibly be after Christmas; Michelle is pleased that a Santa's Grotto is being set up in the Square, as she feels it will be a good way to get the Christmas Spirit going in the Square.

Andrew tries to convince Connor to tell Georgia how he really feels. He goes to the hospital to tell her, but is heart broken to find Georgia talking to Jayden. Connor slips out of the hospital without Georgia knowing. Connor tells Andrew that it doesn't matter as Georgia is in a relationship with Jayden. Andrew goes to the hospital and asks Georgia if she is in a relationship with Jayden. Georgia says it is none of his business, but Andrew tells her about how Connor feels. Shocked, Georgia tries to leave the hospital to find Connor, but Lauren tells her she can't leave due to her dizziness and drowsiness. Georgia is annoyed, and phones Jayden. She tells Jayden that she doesn't want to be with him, and Jayden says he understands, before leaving.

Chris goes to Lauren's house to apologise to Lauren. Maddie lets him in, saying she is upstairs - and Chris is shocked to find her in bed with Jonny! Angry, Chris calls Lauren a 'slag' and a 'bitch', and a fight ensues between Jonny and Chris, resulting in Jonny leaving Chris with a bloody nose.

Also, Michaela is rushed to hospital after she is falls down the stairs and is found by Samantha.

Meanwhile, Riley tries to confide in Aiden again, but he is - yet again - still too busy on the new Internet Dating Site. Riley confronts him, and he apologises, before suggesting that Riley asks Mia where he stands...

Elsewhere, a hurt Connor drowns his sorrows in the pub. He is surprised when Saskia begins flirting with him, and makes her interests known. Saskia attempts to kiss Connor, but she pushes him away, telling her that he doesn't see her like that.

And, a Santa's Grotto is set up in the Square, and Heidi is surprised to see her ex, Donald, is the Santa Claus!

This Christmas could be the last for one resident when a car crashes into the pub during a Christmas party. The car is thought to belong to Tommy, with Ellie, Georgia, Connor and Aiden also thought to be in the car. Every other character will be inside the pub, with one losing their life, and another finding themselves with devastating injuries...

Will this be the way that Michaela Hassan (Meera Syal), who has appeared for forty years, will depart, as it was reported a few days ago that she was leaving? Or will departing character Carl [Campbell, David Tennant] be the unlucky to meet their demise, or somebody else?

Jonny is still shocked by Chris' outburst the previous day, and asks Lauren what it was all about. Lauren explains everything, and Jonny is initially angry, but calms down and tells Lauren he wants them to make a proper go of it. Lauren is initially sceptical, but later comes round to the idea, and the couple share a kiss.

Georgia is discharged from hospital, and goes straight to the pub. Connor is not very pleased to see her, and is surprised when Georgia asks him to come into the backroom. Georgia tries to speak to Connor, who asks if they can go into the living room upstairs as the loud pub is extremely off-putting. They go into the living room, and Georgia explains everything about Andrew and Jayden. Connor apologises for jumping to conclusions, and Georgia says it's fine. Connor kisses her, but regrets it when Georgia does not look very pleased, until the pair kiss again. The kiss grows more passionate as they fall back onto the sofa, undressing each other. They accidentally knock over one of Samantha's Christmas candles, but are unaware. As Connor carries Georgia into the bedroom, where they have sex, the table cloth on the coffee table back in the living room begins to singe, and a small flame appears, but grows bigger...

Also, Samantha visits Michaela in hospital and expresses her concern for her. Michaela says she is fine, and begins to grow annoyed by Samantha constantly trying to intervene. A nurse arrives in Michaela's hospital room and accidentally mentions her cancer, which shocks Samantha.

Meanwhile, Kyle and Maddie enjoy a day of flirting when Kyle attends the college for his first day.

Elsewhere, Marcus is shocked to find a threatening text message from Heidi. He confronts her, and she says she loves him, and knows he loves her too...

Finally, Aiden is happy to find a woman who seems to have the same interests as him on the dating site, but his family is cautious of him using it...

Connor wakes up in bed next to Georgia to find smoke filing into their room. Panicking, Connor attempts to wake Georgia up. Connor curses under his breath as she doesn't wake, and he asks himself why the fire alarm has stopped working. He shakes Georgia again, and she slowly wakes up. Connor and Georgia rush into the living room, Connor in his boxers and Georgia wearing his shirt, to find a fire in the living room. Connor sets about putting it out, and is relieved when he is successful. Peter goes upstairs to find the semi-naked pair stood in a slightly-burnt living room, and is shocked by the state of the living room AND by Georgia/Connor.

Heidi threatens to tell Leah, and Marcus says he doesn't care - he will tell her himself if it makes her happy. Heidi desperately tries to stop him, but he goes to Leah's place of work and apologises to her before revealing all as a horrified Patrick enters the restaurant...

Also, Lauren overhears a phone call of Jonny's, which results in Jonny getting a bit angry. She asks him about it, and he loses his temper, lashing out at her.

Meanwhile, Kyle and Maddie get passionate in the college bathrooms.

Elsewhere, Samantha offers for Michaela to move in with her and Peter in the pub, unaware of what is going on at home.

Finally, Nate is shocked to find somebody has smashed the front window of their house, and he finds a brick with the words 'Your Past Will Catch Up' engraved into it...

Leah is still reeling after discovering her husband Marcus' affair with her best friend Heidi. Marcus arrives at their house early in the morning and asks to speak to a heartbroken Leah, who says no. Marcus keeps trying, but Leah does not let him in. Later, Heidi visits Leah, and breaks in through the back door after Leah refuses to allow Heidi entry. The girls argument, and call each other names. Leah cruelly brings up Heidi's past miscarriage (2011), and the girls fight. It ends in Heidi shoving Leah, who smacks her head off of the kitchen side, and drops to the floor, lifeless, as Heidi stands above her body - is Leah dead?

Lauren attempts to hide her bruises from Jonny using make-up. Jonny is extremely apologetic, but Lauren tells him it's fine. Later, Jonny returns from work at the Garage really annoyed, and lashes out again, hitting Lauren. A passing Nate hears the commotion and runs into Jonny's flat, where he finds a bruised Lauren, who has been left alone following Jonny storming out and leaving the door open. Nate asks what happened, and Lauren says she is fine, however Nate says it is obvious she isn't.

Also, having been forced to move into Riley, Tommy and Aiden's house until the flat above the pub is deemed safe, Samantha is shocked to find Tommy and Ellie in a compromising position.

Meanwhile, Kyle wakes up in bed next to Maddie, and Kyle leaves a sleeping Maddie in bed. Downstairs, Kyle is making himself a cup of coffee when somebody enters through the backdoor. Kyle is initially surprised by the intruder, until he recognises them as Casey Andrews - Nate's child hood best friend whom was arrested following a hit-and-run involving Casey and Nate.

Elsewhere, Connor finds himself competing with Jayden for Georgia's affections, despite Georgia telling Jayden she does not love him...

Finally, Casey and Kyle are walking through the park, talking, when Casey sees an angry Jonny - and recognises him as his brother...


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Regulars
PETER ELLIS - Simon Rouse (1973-)
SAMANTHA ELLIS (nee Graham) - Gillian Taylforth (1973-)
CHERYL MURPHY (nee Brannington) - Ann Mitchell (1973-)
GREGGORY 'GREG' MURPHY - Timothy West (1973-)
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (1975 - 2016) (Departing!)
CHRISTOPHER 'CHRIS' ELLIS - Jason Statham (1979 - 2010, 2012-)
ANDREW ELLIS - Greg Wood (1980 - 1997, 2013-)
JAKE ELLIS - Jamie Lomas (1981 - 2003, 2005 - 2007, 2009 - 2011, 2013-)
RILEY ELLIS - Kelvin Fletcher (1983-)
CONNOR ELLIS - Danny Dyer (1984-)
JACK ELLIS - Ryan Thomas (1984-)
LOGAN ELLIS - Anthony Quinlan (1985-2005, 2013-)
THOMAS 'TOMMY' ELLIS - Ayden Callaghan (1985 - 2000, 2007, 2010 - 2011, 2013-)
AIDEN ELLIS - Ashley Taylor Dawson (1985 - 2003, 2010-)
JAY ELLIS - Adam Thomas (1987-)
ELLIE MURPHY - Lacey Turner (1988-)
ROBERT 'ROBBIE' ELLIS - Michael Parr (1989 - 2009, 2014-)
DANIEL 'DANNY' ELLIS - Danny Miller (1990-)
LAUREN MURPHY - Sarah George (1990-)
DANIELLE MURPHY - Sophie Porley (1992-)
GEORGIA MURPHY - Jacqueline Jossa (1994-)
MADDIE MURPHY - Georgia May Foote (1996-)
PAULA WALKER - Jo Joyner (2004-)
JONNY ANDREWS - Matt Di Angelo (2004 - 2009, 2011 - 2012, 2014, 2015-)
MICHELLE HARDACRE - Diane Parish (2005-)
CONSTANCE 'CONNIE' HARDACRE - Tameka Empson (2005 - 2007, 2009-)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (2006 - 2010, 2014 - 2016) (Departing!)
HEIDI ATKINSON - Samantha Womack (2007-)
SOFIA RAMAHN - Rakhee Thakrar (2009-)
SASKIA FISHER - Bronagh Waugh (2010-)
CRYSTAL FISHER - Karen Hassan (2010-)
MARCUS WOOD - Patrick Robinson (2010-)
LEAH WOOD - Clare Perkins (2010-)
PATRICK WOOD - Michael Joel-Stuart (2010, 2014-)
DALE CAMPBELL - Nick Rhys (2014-)
BLAKE JOHNSON - Jared Garfield (2015-)
MIA BUTCHER - Jade Thirwall (2015-)
JAYDEN CAMPBELL - Cameron Moore (2015-)
NATHAN 'NATE' MERCER - Dan Ewing (2015-)
KYLE MERCER - Harley Bonner (2015-)
ZAC MERCER - Charlie Clausen (2015-)
SAMUEL 'SAM' MERCER - Reece Milne (2015-)
CALEB MERCER - Nic Westaway (2015-)
CASEY ANDREWS - Kyle Pryor (2015-)

Recurring
PC ROSCOE - Alex Walkinshaw (2014-)

Children

Extras

Animals

Returning
CARLIE TURNER (nee Ellis) - Helen Pearson (1973 - 1993, 2016-) (Returns 2016 - Guest)
RYAN TURNER - Paul Bradley (1973 - 1993, 2016-) (Returns 2016 - Guest)
ALICIA MURPHY (nee Kennedy) - Anna Acton (1973 - 2004, 2016-) (Returns Feb 2016)
INDIA KENNEDY - Suranne Jones (1973 - 2010, 2016-) (Returns Feb 2016)
DUNCAN WINDSOR - Chris Chittell (1973 - 2011, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
LOUISE WINDSOR (nee Spencer) - Barbara Windsor (1973 - 2011, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
ARTHUR WINDSOR - Jeremy Sheffield (1973 - 1999, 2003 - 2007, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
GLENN WINDSOR - David Kennedy (1973 - 2013, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
CHARLOTTE WINDSOR (nee Webb) - Saskia Wickham (1973 - 2013, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
JAMES WINDSOR - Rob Norbury (1988 - 2012, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
LEE WINDSOR - Chris Fountain (1990 - 2012, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
JOSEPH 'JOE' WINDSOR - Danny Mac (1990 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
KATY OSBORNE - Emma Rigby (1991 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
LIAM WINDSOR - Charlie Clapham (1992 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
DARREN WINDSOR - Danny-Boy Hatchard (1993 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
SHANNON WINDSOR - Hetti Bywater (1994 - 2012, 2016-) (Returns 2016)
SOPHIE WINDSOR - Uncredited (2011 - 2014, 2016-) (Returns 2016)

Departing
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (1975 - 2016) (Departs 2016)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (2006 - 2010, 2014 - 2016) (Departs 2016)

Future
SEBASTIAN 'SEB' DUFF - Andrew Lancel (2016-)
VIVIAN 'VIV' DUFF - Gillian Kearney (2016-)
RYAN DUFF - Neil McDermott (2016-)
NATHAN DUFF - Sol Heras (2016-)
SCARLETT DUFF - Sacha Parkinson (2016-)
RACHEL McBRIDE - Natalie Anderson (2016-)

Nate attempts to support Lauren, who insists she is fine, however Nate says he knows that is not true, as he watched his mother go through an abusive relationship and knows what it's like. Lauren breaks down in Nate's arms, saying that Jonny never used to be like this, before saying that he's just been having a bad day. 'That doesn't excuse what he's done to you,' Nate insists, and Lauren thanks him. Nate introduces himself, before helping Lauren up, when he sees further bruises on her arm, and asks her if this really is the first time.

Heidi desperately attempts to wake Leah up, but it is no good. Heidi checks her pulse and breathing, and finds she is breathing but it is very slow. Heidi phones an ambulance before wetting the floor under where Leah lays, and the surrounding areas. When the paramedics arrive, Heidi lies, saying that Leah slipped on some water and hit her head. Leah is rushed to hospital, and Patrick arrives not long later, followed by Marcus. Patrick is disgusted to find Heidi and Marcus there, and orders they leave.

Also, Kyle suggests Casey speak to Jonny and tell him he's back from Australia, however Casey says there's no point - he's not sticking around.

Meanwhile, Aiden is annoyed when his date cancels.

Elsewhere, Riley finally plucks up the courage to ask Mia where he stands, and Mia says that Blake can never find out - as far as she's concerned, Blake is the father. Riley says that is not fair - neither on him, nor Blake. Mia tells Riley that what happened between them only happened because she was hurting following her break from Blake...

Finally, Danielle receives a Skype call from her mother, Alicia; Cheryl continues to struggle; and Michaela is told she will be discharged the next day.

It is two days after her altercation with Jonny, and Lauren is still struggling. Having moved back into her sisters' flat, Lauren is surprised when Jonny knocks on her door. Lauren is sceptical about letting Jonny into her flat, but eventually does so. Jonny apologises, but Lauren says sorry is not good enough. Jonny tells Lauren that he'll change - he'll see a Doctor, get treatment for his anger, ETC. Lauren tells Jonny she isn't willing to wait for all that to happen and then not be 100% certain that he will change. Jonny pleads with her, saying it isn't his fault he is how he is, before revealing about his childhood, when his father abused him. Lauren begins to feel sorry for Jonny, and tells him he needs help. Whilst out running, Nate falls onto a piece of glass and goes to the hospital to get it checked out. The wound is cleaned, and Nate prepares to go home, but is shocked when he sees Lauren there with Jonny. Nate questions what Lauren is doing with Jonny, and Lauren explain everything to Nate. The mental health counsellor calls Jonny through, and he asks Lauren and Nate to wait there. Later, he comes out, and tells them he is being referred to a two-month course at an Anger Management Clinic...

Marcus confides in Peter about his worries that Leah is going to die. Peter convinces him she will be fine, however Marcus receives a call from the hospital - Leah is in a critical position. Marcus rushes to the hospital, and a nurse informs him that they have placed Leah into a medically induced coma due to some bleeding on the brain. Marcus and Patrick are both distraught, and Marcus tries to comfort Patrick, who tells Marcus to get lost - he doesn't need him!

Also, Aiden is pleased when he begins to chat to two different girls on the dating site, and one of them turns out to be Crystal!

Meanwhile, Ellie and Tommy decide to take their relationship further.

Elsewhere, Cheryl confides in Danielle, telling her about how she is struggling to cope. Danielle attempts to reassure her grandmother, but notices Cheryl flinching when the front door opens (and Georgia enters).

Finally, Maddie and Kyle sleep together again; Zac makes an impression on Paula; Michelle turns to alcohol after facing the day from hell at work; and Samantha is pleased when the builders tell her the pub will be ready a few days before Christmas Eve.


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NOTE: I made a mistake by casting Jonny as Matt Di Angelo, it's actually Ojan Genc.

After spending one last night at the flat, Jonny packs his bags and prepares to head off to the clinic. He shares a kiss with Lauren, and asks her if, when he gets out, there's any chance they can start again. Lauren says they can, and watches on as Jonny gets into a taxi and leaves. Later, Nate checks up on Lauren and Lauren says that Jonny is gone. After speaking, Nate and Lauren share a passionate kiss, however Lauren stops it going any further...

Aiden and Crystal's date at the restaurant is doing well, and the pair end up heading back to Aiden's for another drink. The tipsy couple share a kiss and end up in bed with each other.

Also, Leah's condition remains critical, and Heidi begins to panic.

Meanwhile, Stephanie continues to worry for Michaela.

Elsewhere, Tommy cooks dinner for Ellie, and waits naked, in nothing but a waitress, however is left red-faced when Georgia arrives home early and sees him! Tommy apologises, but Georgia tries to make a joke of the awkward situation.

Finally, Jayden threatens Connor, but will he listen? Connie worries about Michelle's alcohol consumption. And Paula and Zac continue to flirt.

After news spread of Jonny's temporary departure from the Square, Jonny's estranged brother Casey is distraught, as he was planning to patch his relationship with his brother up. Casey confronts Lauren, who reveals that Jonny is returning in two months' time, however she feels sorry for Casey. Later, Lauren runs into Nate in 'Woodchurch News', who apologises, however Lauren says it doesn't matter - it was a moment of madness because of everything that happened. A passing Maddie then points out the mistletoe above Nate and Lauren's head. The pair kiss, but one of them enjoys it a little too much...

Tommy is still feeling embarrassed after his accident with his girlfriends' sister the day before. He apologises to Georgia again, who insists it's fine. Connor arrives at Georgia's, and Tommy is confused to find them kissing. Later, Ellie suggests they all go out together, to the local nightclub, 'After Life'. However, Georgia is upset by a remark Tommy makes, and goes to the bathroom. Tommy follows her to apologise, and the pair kiss passionately, however are interrupted by Michelle, who is confused, but brushes it off as she is drunk. A guilty Tommy leaves abruptly, leaving Georgia to think over what just happened...

Also, are Aiden and Crystal about to become a couple?

Meanwhile, Carl is offered a new job in Manchester, but struggles over whether or not to take it because he does not want to leave his brothers. Dale convinces him they'll be fine, but he is still uncertain.

Elsewhere, Patrick reveals to Heidi that he knows Leah did not slip by herself - he was in the house at the time of the argument!

Finally, Cheryl, mistaking Greg for a burglar, lashes out at him, hitting him with a rolled up newspaper...

Tommy is still feeling guilty following his kiss with his girlfriends' sister on Friday night. Ellie is still unaware of what happened, and suggests they all go out again. Later, Connor and Georgia are kissing at Connor's house when Riley walks in, clearly annoyed. Aiden asks him what is wrong, and Riley is visibly annoyed by Georgia/Connor's passionate kissing. Aiden follows him to his room, and asks him what is wrong. Riley tells him that Mia doesn't want to let him have a part in the babys' life. Aiden comforts Riley, and talk turns to Aiden's love-life, and his one-night stand with Crystal last week.

Lauren and Nate continue to grow closer. Nate asks Lauren how she is now, following Jonny's temporary departure. Lauren insists she is fine, but Nate says he is worried about her. Lauren then receives a call from Jonny, who says he is settling in well. Nate then brings up their kiss under some mistletoe the previous day, and Lauren says it was just a bit of fun. 'So it didn't mean anything?' Nate asks, and Lauren chuckles. 'No, it didn't. Did you think it did?' Lauren asks, and Nate shrugs. 'I dunno. Maybe I did... or maybe I just hoped?' Lauren and Nate then share another kiss, and it grows more passionate. They begin to undress each other before Lauren leads Nate upstairs.

The scene cuts to 'Woodchurch Prison'. The main door to the prison is opened, and James Windsor and Lee Windsor both stroll out together, breathing in some fresh air. As Lee looks around at his surroundings, he grins when he sees his grandparents, Duncan and Louise Windsor. 'Nan!' Lee exclaims as he rushes towards Louise, her arms open side. Louise and Duncan greet them both. Lee asks where his Dad and brothers are, and Louise says his flight was delayed, so he will be here as soon as he can, whilst his brothers (and James' family) are prepping the new house. The scene then cuts to Glenn and Charlotte Windsor moving some stuff into their new house (20 Woodchurch Square), which James will be moving in to, whilst Liam, Darren and Shannon Windsor - Lee's siblings - are moving some stuff into 19 Woodchurch Square, a house across the square.

Also, Heidi begs Leah to wake up, however it is no use. Patrick arrives and kicks off at Heidi, forcing her to leave.

Elsewhere, Blake and Mia plan their wedding, however Mia is still feeling guilty due to carrying the secret that the baby she is carrying is not her fiancé Blake's, but a former one-night stand's. Blake notices her attitude, and asks if she is alright. She says she is, but it is clear she is lying, which Blake also notices.

Finally, Robbie and Danny make a bet about which one of them can sleep with Danielle first, and Samantha and Peter move back into the pub and Samantha is over the moon with the newly decorated living room.


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Regulars
PETER ELLIS - Simon Rouse (1973-)
SAMANTHA ELLIS (nee Graham) - Gillian Taylforth (1973-)
CHERYL MURPHY (nee Brannington) - Ann Mitchell (1973-)
GREGGORY 'GREG' MURPHY - Timothy West (1973-)
DUNCAN WINDSOR - Chris Chittell (1973 - 2011, 2015-)
LOUISE WINDSOR (nee Spencer) - Barbara Windsor (1973 - 2011, 2015-)
GLENN WINDSOR - David Kennedy (1973 - 2013, 2015-)
CHARLOTTE WINDSOR (nee Webb) - Saskia Wickham (1973 - 2013, 2015-)
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (1975 - 2016) (Departing!)
CHRISTOPHER 'CHRIS' ELLIS - Jason Statham (1979 - 2010, 2012-)
ANDREW ELLIS - Greg Wood (1980 - 1997, 2013-)
JAKE ELLIS - Jamie Lomas (1981 - 2003, 2005 - 2007, 2009 - 2011, 2013-)
RILEY ELLIS - Kelvin Fletcher (1983-)
CONNOR ELLIS - Danny Dyer (1984-)
JACK ELLIS - Ryan Thomas (1984-)
LOGAN ELLIS - Anthony Quinlan (1985-2005, 2013-)
THOMAS 'TOMMY' ELLIS - Ayden Callaghan (1985 - 2000, 2007, 2010 - 2011, 2013-)
AIDEN ELLIS - Ashley Taylor Dawson (1985 - 2003, 2010-)
JAY ELLIS - Adam Thomas (1987-)
JAMES WINDSOR - Rob Norbury (1988 - 2012, 2015-)
ELLIE MURPHY - Lacey Turner (1988-)
ROBERT 'ROBBIE' ELLIS - Michael Parr (1989 - 2009, 2014-)
DANIEL 'DANNY' ELLIS - Danny Miller (1990-)
LEE WINDSOR - Chris Fountain (1990 - 2012, 2015-)
LAUREN MURPHY - Sarah George (1990-)
DANIELLE MURPHY - Sophie Porley (1992-)
LIAM WINDSOR - Charlie Clapham (1992 - 2014, 2015-)
DARREN WINDSOR - Danny-Boy Hatchard (1993 - 2014, 2015-)
GEORGIA MURPHY - Jacqueline Jossa (1994-)
SHANNON WINDSOR - Hetti Bywater (1994 - 2012, 2015-)
MADDIE MURPHY - Georgia May Foote (1996-)
PAULA WALKER - Jo Joyner (2004-)
MICHELLE HARDACRE - Diane Parish (2005-)
CONSTANCE 'CONNIE' HARDACRE - Tameka Empson (2005 - 2007, 2009-)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (2006 - 2010, 2014 - 2016) (Departing!)
HEIDI ATKINSON - Samantha Womack (2007-)
SOFIA RAMAHN - Rakhee Thakrar (2009-)
SASKIA FISHER - Bronagh Waugh (2010-)
CRYSTAL FISHER - Karen Hassan (2010-)
MARCUS WOOD - Patrick Robinson (2010-)
LEAH WOOD - Clare Perkins (2010-)
PATRICK WOOD - Michael Joel-Stuart (2010, 2014-)
DALE CAMPBELL - Nick Rhys (2014-)
BLAKE JOHNSON - Jared Garfield (2015-)
MIA BUTCHER - Jade Thirwall (2015-)
JAYDEN CAMPBELL - Cameron Moore (2015-)
NATHAN 'NATE' MERCER - Dan Ewing (2015-)
KYLE MERCER - Harley Bonner (2015-)
ZAC MERCER - Charlie Clausen (2015-)
SAMUEL 'SAM' MERCER - Reece Milne (2015-)
CALEB MERCER - Nic Westaway (2015-)
CASEY ANDREWS - Kyle Pryor (2015-)

Recurring
PC ROSCOE - Alex Walkinshaw (2014-)

Children

Extras

Animals

Returning
CARLIE TURNER (nee Ellis) - Helen Pearson (1973 - 1993, 2016-) (Returns 2016 - Guest)
RYAN TURNER - Paul Bradley (1973 - 1993, 2016-) (Returns 2016 - Guest)
ALICIA MURPHY (nee Kennedy) - Anna Acton (1973 - 2004, 2016-) (Returns Feb 2016)
INDIA KENNEDY - Suranne Jones (1973 - 2010, 2016-) (Returns Feb 2016)
ARTHUR WINDSOR - Jeremy Sheffield (1973 - 1999, 2003 - 2007, 2015-) (Returns 2015)
JOSEPH 'JOE' WINDSOR - Danny Mac (1990 - 2014, 2015-) (Returns 2015)
KATY OSBORNE - Emma Rigby (1991 - 2014, 2015-) (Returns 2015)
SOPHIE WINDSOR - Uncredited (2011 - 2014, 2015-) (Returns 2015)
JONNY ANDREWS - Ojan Genc (2004 - 2009, 2011 - 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016-) (Returns February 2016)

Departing
MICHAELA HASSAN - Meera Syal (1975 - 2016) (Departs 2016)
CARL CAMPBELL - David Tennant (2006 - 2010, 2014 - 2016) (Departs 2016)

Future
SEBASTIAN 'SEB' DUFF - Andrew Lancel (2016-)
VIVIAN 'VIV' DUFF - Gillian Kearney (2016-)
RYAN DUFF - Neil McDermott (2016-)
NATHAN DUFF - Sol Heras (2016-)
SCARLETT DUFF - Sacha Parkinson (2016-)
RACHEL McBRIDE - Natalie Anderson (2016-)

James is over the moon when his brother, Joe Windsor, returns with his fiancee, Katy Osborne, and Joe's two year-old daughter (whom he had with current character Lauren), Sophie. Charlotte convinces Joe to take Sophie to see her mother, Lauren, whom she hasn't seen since she was 13 months. Joe sees Georgia coming out of her flat, so - working out Lauren may also live there - goes and knocks on the door. Lauren is shocked to see Joe, and he reveals he has moved back in. He asks if they can come in, but Nate is hiding, naked, in the bathroom. Lauren lets them in, and they discuss the past. About an hour later, Joe and Sophie leave. Lauren goes back into the bathroom, and Nate is slightly annoyed, however the pair get passionate in the shower, unaware that Maddie is listening.

Katy is annoyed when Jayden flirts with her. Jayden is slightly annoyed when Katy shows him her engagement ring, announcing she is taken. Katy then catches up with her best friend, Georgia. The pair go to the pub, where Katy greets her ex-boyfriend, Aiden. Aiden is surprised to see Katy, and congratulates her on her engagement. Katy returns home to find Joe playing with Sophie. After sharing a kiss with her fiancé, Katy makes a shocking revelation - she wants them to have a baby.

Also, Georgia and Connor attempt to keep their relationship a secret, and beg Peter not to tell anybody about them. They are almost caught snogging in the alleyway next to the pub, and Connor suggests they go to a hotel tomorrow...

Elsewhere, Mia begins to panic about her pregnancy when it brings back bad memories...

Finally, James struggles to settle back in due to several residents still judging him for the robbery, DESPITE him being proven innocent.

Connor and Georgia prepare to head off on their romantic getaway to a hotel, however Tommy puts 2 and 2 together and, getting slightly jealous, decides to stop them. Tommy tells Ellie about Connor and Georgia, and Ellie - who had a fling with Connor a year before - also wants to stop them. The couple catch them just in time, and Georgia is extremely annoyed with Tommy for telling Ellie. She tells Ellie about Tommy kissing her, before Connor and Georgia leave. Ellie is shocked and disgusted with Tommy's behaviour, slapping him before leaving. Tommy chases after her, and Ellie tells him that they're over. At the hotel, Connor and Georgia are kissing passionately when Georgia makes a proposition - they leave the Square together.

Maddie visits her sisters' flat and asks Lauren if she's doing anything today. Lauren says she is at work today, however Maddie knows she isn't as she had phoned into Lauren's boss asking if Lauren was in. Maddie follows Lauren, who meets up with Nate in the park. The pair share a kiss as Maddie takes a picture. Later, she confronts Lauren, using the picture as evidence. 'I thought you were "waiting" for Jonny?' Maddie asks as Lauren sighs. Avoiding giving her an answer, Lauren goes and tells Nate that Maddie knows about them. Nate then pleads with Maddie not to tell anybody about him and Lauren, stating that it is just a little bit of fun. Maddie then confides in Kyle, who suggests she leaves them to it. The pair then share a kiss.

Also, Samantha and Peter prepare for the Christmas party at the pub, but after realising that Aiden is throwing a Christmas party at the local nightclub, 'After Life', which he owns, they decide to join forces and hold it at the club.

Meanwhile, Jay and Lee catch up, but are interrupted by Jack, who dislikes Lee due to Lee sleeping with Jack's wife, Jess, a few years ago.

Elsewhere, Joe tells Katy that he is not ready for another kid yet, as Sophie is enough sometimes, however Katy says it'd be good - she wants them to be a proper family, and right now, she feels like Joe has more connections to his ex, Lauren, more than his fiancée, Katy! Joe tells her that is not true, and the pair kiss.

Finally, Zac finally re-opens the Barber's, now renamed 'Zac's Barbers'; Caleb gets a trial shift at the club - and it's at the Christmas Party!