Seasons & episodes

Mrs. Burton struggles to win the kids over. Darlene's resistance to the wedding makes Mel have second thoughts. Dan's imprisonment may spell the end for the Hunter family. Tony and Mandy attend counselling.

Although she is desperately worried about organising Liz's wedding, Mandy manages to maintain a sense of calm. Liz goes to town with her preparations for the big day. Natalie comes a cropper. Rachel plots to stay in Hollyoaks; if Jack thinks she's studious, he's sure to let her stay!

It's Liz and Richard's wedding day and all appears to be going to plan. Life at the Hunters' isn't getting any easier for Ellie. Norman and Zara's relationship continues to blossom. Nicole sees the Taylor-Burton wedding as an ideal opportunity to make new friends.

Mel struggles to come to terms with the truth. Ellie takes the plunge and heads to the TV studio for an interview. A reluctant Tony arrives for his therapy session. The day of the Body Boost 'Extreme Sports' competition dawns.

The Burtons begin the mammoth task of facing up to the truth over their dad's death. Debbie finds it hard to comprehend how Steph has forgiven Ellie. Tony gets a shock when Bob and the CCD therapy group descend upon Gnosh Village en masse.

Justin's animosity towards his dad runs deep, will he ever come to terms with what has happened? Ellie's hatemail shows no sign of abating. Liam has a fright as his past comes back to haunt him. (Part 1)

Justin's animosity towards his dad runs deep, will he ever come to terms with what has happened? Ellie's hatemail shows no sign of abating. Liam has a fright as his past comes back to haunt him. (Part 2)

Ellie is beginning to freak out as Steph's plans get underway. Mel and Justin struggle to come to terms with their father's death. Max is livid to see Mandy working back in Gnosh Village. after everything that's happened.

Ellie is eager to get some sort of reaction from her mum and cooks her a meal. Mel, Sophie, Darlene and Justin throw a party while their parents are away. Jake moves into the Davies' newly transformed bachelor pad.

Mel and Sophie are disgusted when they realise what they are actually eating from the barbecue. Liam secretly meets up with Jules. Steph's wicked game plan continues when she accompanies Ellie to sign on at HCC.

Debbie is shocked to witness Steph stealing a necklace.

Abby is horrified when Zara tells her about the initiation ceremony.

Mel and Sophie panic when Justin doesn't return home. Steph continues her campaign of terror against Ellie. Russell takes Liam for a drink to help take his mind of the ex-girlfriend from hell. Bombhead tries to show Cameron how amazing the world is. Max is frustrated by Tony's presence in the village.

Liam confronts Jules about her kiss with Russell. Steph gives Ellie a night out to remember. A beautiful stranger walks in to Darren's life. Beth makes a swift exit when Darren tries to cajole her into going upstairs.

Mrs. Owen is beside herself with worry; how can she help her son? O.B. tries to convince Jack to take on his business idea. Sally has no sympathy for her wayward daughter and tells her she needs to start pulling her weight. Liz comforts Justin in his hour of need.

Darren flirts with Beth, unaware of her secret. Ellie is excited at the prospect of starting college. Liam won't have a bad word said against Jules and thinks that she's lying about being responsible! D.I. Davies arrives back from London.

Mr. Osborne is worried about Beth. Debbie is worried that Steph is going too far. Ali thinks Justin is out of order when he continues to test Mrs. Hunter to the limits! Dannii wants to go home for a few days as the boredom of the summer holidays sets in.

Ellie phones in sick at work after trying, and failing, to get the paint out of her hair. Justin is humiliated by Mrs. Taylor when she walks him to school with Mel. Joe is worried about meeting the Carbones. Max tries to find out more about Beth from O.B.

Ellie is upset when she sees her photo in the paper. Nicole and Mrs. Owen anxiously wait for Liam to return. Joe is worried when Mr. Carbone tells him they are going to the woods to dispose of something. Josh and Justin bully Ali.

Ellie is upset when she receives a wreath in the post. Mrs. Taylor tries to make Justin go to school, but he hyperventilates. Max wants to hire a private investigator to look for Beth. Liam tells Russell that Jules had an abortion.

Max is worried about Tom's first day at school. Ellie is living on her nerves - constantly worried what is round the next corner. Meanwhile, Abby, Steph and Zara go on a shopping spree.

Abby is looking forward to university. Steph is upset because she can't lead a normal life. Meanwhile, Darlene stirs trouble and Tom's behaviour gets worse at school.

Justin is late for his home tutoring. A delighted Abby accepts Lee's proposal; will Romeo and Juliet get their happy ending after all? Jealous Darren wants a night out with his dad.

Beth is pleased when Max gives her Dawn's pendant. O.B. is upset when Tom thinks Max is funnier. Lee is worried about Abby going to university. Bombhead gets the wrong end of the stick and asks Will if he will marry Lee! Debbie tells Steph the game's over and threatens to turn her in to the police.