Episode guide
Brookside: Season 17
163 episodes · first aired Jan 2, 1998
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- 1 Episode 1994 - Please Give Up Jan 2, 1998 · 30m Ron plans a quiet drink with Molly, but David tags along again. Louise and Danny try to find out more about her father from Eleanor, who objects to their detective work. Lisa tries to…
- 2 Episode 1995 - Too Much At Stake Jan 6, 1998 · 30m Susannah admits to Max what she did on New Year's Eve, and that she has told Lisa their plans. Ron prepares for a midweek "weekend away". Carmel is suspicious when Sinbad's undies go…
- 3 Episode 1996 - There's Someone Else Jan 7, 1998 · 30m Carmel becomes more sure that Sinbad is having an affair. Lindsey finishes with Peter, and Ron's holiday proves expensive. The tension is getting to Mick, and Eleanor tries to reassure…
- 4 Episode 1997 - Reality Setting In Jan 9, 1998 · 30m Louise decides that she will leave if Eleanor won't help her to find her father. Barry returns, bringing flowers for Lindsey. Cassie tells Mick she thinks she was wrong about him, and…
- 5 Episode 1998 - Under Starters' Orders Jan 12, 1998 · 30m Jacqui deliberates over whether to tell Susannah the results of her pregnancy test. Ron calculates the cost of his holiday with Molly. Jackie tries to prevent Lindsey from entering a…
- 6 Episode 1999 - Under Severe Pressure Jan 13, 1998 · 30m Katie has a cunning plan to allow Jacqui more time to think. Carmel takes Sinbad to the doctor, but this may not ease his fears. Jackie catches Barry in Lindsey's bedroom again, and Ron…
- 7 Episode 2000 - The Only Way Out Jan 14, 1998 · 30m Susannah is convinced that everything will be fine, but what is Jacqui up to? Mick gives his evidence in court, and is forced into making an admission. Barry tries to convince Lindsey that…
- 8 Episode 2001 - Waiting On A Verdict Jan 15, 1998 · 30m Lindsey makes an unpleasant discovery. Mick and Sinbad are both awaiting verdicts, but in different places. Barry confronts Jacqui about the money due to him, and finds out what she has…
- 9 Episode 2002 - Perverse Verdict Jan 16, 1998 · 30m Barry has a bit of explaining to do, a chance encounter with Max may cause Jacqui to change her plans, and the jury arrive at a verdict on Mick.
- 10 Episode 2003 - All Very Awkward Jan 20, 1998 · 30m Jimmy tries to comfort Lindsey. Katie isn't convinced that Jacqui has made the right decision. Julia has some advice for Peter, and Ron has to do some grovelling at the bank.
- 11 Episode 2004 - Obstacles Jan 21, 1998 · 30m Rachel returns from Bristol, and notices a change in Jacqui. Tim feels that Melanie is getting everything that she wants, and he is getting a raw deal. Eleanor tells Ollie the truth about…
- 12 Episode 2005 - Honesty Jan 23, 1998 · 30m Jimmy advises Lindsey not to tell Peter the truth about Barry. Tim tries to be "grown-up", but no-one will let him. Mo is eventually sacked, and Cassie goes to see Mick, but will he let…
- 13 Episode 2006 - Maths Jan 27, 1998 · 30m Jimmy finds somewhere to do his washing. David repairs the guttering. Jacqui seeks Eleanor's advice on Barry's contract. Rachel reacts violently when Tim threatens Ruth, and there is an…
- 14 Episode 2007 - If Only Jan 28, 1998 · 30m Jimmy and Lindsey have different ideas on what to do with their unexpected windfall. Mick receives a bouquet of flowers, and wishes he hadn't. Ollie finds it difficult to come to terms…
- 15 Episode 2008 - Parental Guilt Jan 30, 1998 · 30m Jackie assures Peter that things will get better for him, and discovers a way of achieving this. Ron plans to introduce a games area into "Bar Brookie", but Jacqui has other ideas. Eleanor…
- 16 Episode 2009 - I Thought It Was For The Best Feb 3, 1998 · 30m Eleanor is concerned that Louise still wants to be able to meet her father, Lindsey fears that Peter will get her into trouble with the police, and Jacqui has some devastating news for Ron.
- 17 Episode 2010 - All Gone Now Feb 4, 1998 · 30m Peter confronts Jimmy, hoping for some answers about the stolen money. Rachel is suspicious of Jacqui's sickness and secrecy. Sinbad tries to convince Tim to start pulling his weight.
- 18 Episode 2011 - Leaking Feb 6, 1998 · 30m Peter and Lindsey are nervous about speaking to each other again. Jacqui has to see a doctor, and her nervousness leads to conflict with Katie and Susannah. David is worried because he…
- 19 Episode 2012 - Skint Feb 10, 1998 · 30m Forced to scrounge water from the neighbours, Jackie asks David for her job back. Jimmy needs a plumber, and one just happens to be working nearby. Julia and David both notice a change in…
- 20 Episode 2013 - Expert On Excuses Feb 11, 1998 · 30m Ron visits the Benefits Office, and Tim begins work at the building site. Shadwick and Son are leaving a few dissatisfied customers, and Susannah takes Julia for a driving lesson, but who…
- 21 Episode 2014 - Emergencies Only Feb 13, 1998 · 30m Louise must decide whether to open a letter addressed to Eleanor in her absence. Max discovers that Susannah has promised that he will give Julia her next driving lesson. David becomes…
- 22 Episode 2015 - Benefit Of The Doubt Feb 17, 1998 · 30m David gives Molly a guided tour of the petrol station. Mick test-drives a fast car. Eleanor is annoyed that Louise opened her letter, and more concerned that she still wants to meet her…
- 23 Episode 2016 - Turning Point Feb 18, 1998 · 30m Now as disgusted with Mike as he is with Jacqui, Ron starts to collect evidence. Rachel doesn't find much to smile about on Katie's birthday night out.
- 24 Episode 2017 - Cynical Feb 20, 1998 · 30m Rachel is asking a lot of questions, and finding Jacqui's answers unconvincing. Mick buys a flash car, and is soon stopped by the police. Ollie takes Louise to see the prison in which her…
- 25 Episode 2018 - So Gallant Feb 24, 1998 · 30m Peter receives a telephone call which may be good news. Jackie has an idea about how Jimmy might earn some extra money. Louise reveals the next stage in her plan to get to know Marcus…
- 26 Episode 2019 - Prosperous Future Feb 25, 1998 · 30m Lindsey is depressed to hear that Peter may be moving away. David seeks advice on the best kind of flowers to send Molly. Tim receives a tempting offer.
- 27 Episode 2020 - Moneygrabber Feb 27, 1998 · 30m Max catches Tim in his garden. Louise receives a letter from Marcus. Susannah has relaxation tapes for Jacqui, but they might not have the desired effect. David tries to resolve Ron's…
- 28 Episode 2021 - Remedies Mar 3, 1998 · 30m Jacqui wants to take medication to combat her morning sickness, but Susannah has other ideas. Mick decides to get Leo a tutor. Max suggests that Ollie takes up body-building, and Ron has a…
- 29 Episode 2022 - Reinforcements Mar 4, 1998 · 30m Eleanor has a few ideas on how to encourage Louise to stay. Molly decides whether she wants to see David again, after hearing about the women in his past. The tutor Mick hires for Leo…
- 30 Episode 2023 - Mick's Party Mar 6, 1998 · 30m It is Mick's 40th birthday party, but can he convince anybody that his party comes as a surprise to him? Jimmy finally tracks down the missing plumber, but the work still isn't finished…
- 31 Episode 2024 - Too Stubborn Mar 10, 1998 · 30m Max's attempts to prevent Tim cutting through the garden lead to him injuring himself. Ron refuses to let Jacqui pay for his petrol when he runs out of cash and credit, and syphons it out…
- 32 Episode 2025 - Reason To Worry Mar 11, 1998 · 30m Carmel and Melanie have flu, but Tim is still causing trouble. David asks Ron to find somewhere else to live, and begins to make plans for alterations to the bungalow, but will Molly agree?
- 33 Episode 2026 - Nothing To Fall Back On Mar 13, 1998 · 30m Jacqui gets the date for her first baby scan, but Susannah is disappointed to find out who she wants to go with her. David must decide whether he is willing to move away from the Close.
- 34 Episode 2027 - Manager's Job Mar 17, 1998 · 30m Lindsey is apprehensive about Peter's return. Jackie and Cassie both read an advertisement for the manager's job at the petrol station. When she suggests painting the kitchen red, Eleanor…
- 35 Episode 2028 - More Than A Good Friend Mar 18, 1998 · 30m David interviews the best applicants for the manager's job, but will Ron be among them? Eleanor wants to confront Louise, and Lindsey hears that Peter is not coming home yet after all.
- 36 Episode 2029 - No Regrets Mar 20, 1998 · 30m As Jacqui has her first baby scan, Max begins to panic that their cover-story is not sufficiently well planned. It is Rachel's 19th birthday, but will anyone remember? It is time for David…
- 37 Episode 2030 - No Hard Feelings? Mar 24, 1998 · 30m Ron doesn't want to tell the neighbours what has happened to David, but the new manager of the garage reveals the truth. Max feels that it is now time to plan every stage of next few…
- 38 Episode 2031 - Tunnel Vision Mar 25, 1998 · 30m Louise tells Eleanor that she is going back down south. Max tells Susannah that they may have to move away from the Close after the baby is born. Rachel tries to convince Jacqui to think…
- 39 Episode 2032 - More Thinking Mar 27, 1998 · 30m Mike discovers that Ron has been making a few adjustments to the bungalow. Greg tries to interest Sinbad in a conservatory, and hints that Tim is up to no good at the builders' yard. Max…
- 40 Episode 2033 - Birth Partner Mar 31, 1998 · 30m Lindsey tries to prepare again for Peter's return. A chance remark by Greg brings past events flooding back for Max and Susannah. Eleanor seems to lose interest in the extension when a…
- 41 Episode 2034 - Feelings Apr 1, 1998 · 30m Jacqui and Susannah go shopping.
- 42 Episode 2035 - Not To Be Apr 3, 1998 · 30m Lindsey doesn't feel like going to work. Jacqui begins to wonder if having the baby is more trouble than it is worth, while Max and Susannah reflect on a year without Matthew and Emily.
- 43 Episode 2036 - Noisy Stuff Apr 7, 1998 · 30m Ben returns home, and finds that someone has been sleeping in his bed. Max finds Greg's building materials littering the Close, and is not amused when he starts knocking walls down - and…
- 44 Episode 2037 - Paraded Apr 8, 1998 · 30m Louise returns home, but doesn't tell Marcus and Ollie what Marcus has sent her. Lisa is amazed to discover how Susannah's surrogacy plans have advanced. Mike shows Ron the flat that…
- 45 Episode 2038 - Ready For Blast-Off Apr 10, 1998 · 30m Susannah is convinced that Jacqui will still go ahead with the pregnancy, but Max has his doubts, and goes round to speak to her. The Shadwicks move into the bungalow. Kylie has a picture…
- 46 Episode 2039 - Not Ben And Sinbad? Apr 13, 1998 · 30m Kylie is missing, several of the other residents are injured or trapped, and a second blast rocks the parade.
- 47 Episode 2040 - Losing A Grandchild Apr 14, 1998 · 30m Survivors are found within the wreckage of the parade, but it is going to be difficult to dig them out. Susannah and Jimmy both return home, and react very differently to the news awaiting…
- 48 Episode 2041 - Is It Kylie? Apr 15, 1998 · 30m Tension on the parade increases as rescue efforts continue, and a dead body is brought out of the wreckage.
- 49 Episode 2042 - She's Gone Apr 16, 1998 · 30m As the emergency doctors prepare to amputate, more rubble comes crashing down on the trapped victims of the explosion. Louise visits Marcus, but he suspects there is something she is not…
- 50 Episode 2043 - Real Hero Apr 17, 1998 · 30m Time is running out for the trapped residents, and real bravery is required from some of the others.
- 51 Episode 2044 - What Might Have Happened Apr 21, 1998 · 30m Some of the injured residents are determined to get back to work as soon as possible, despite attempts to make them slow down. Others, however, are looking for someone to blame.
- 52 Episode 2045 - Information Gathering Apr 22, 1998 · 30m Louise reveals to Katie where she was at the time of the explosion. Jacqui and Ron are interviewed by the investigating officer, and Rachel becomes suspicious when Max seems to be doing a…
- 53 Episode 2046 - Suspicions Apr 24, 1998 · 30m When Jackie needs a babysitter, Nikki discovers that she has volunteered. When a present arrives from Barry, Lindsey thinks she has lost Peter for good. A news article Marcus has found for…
- 54 Episode 2047 - Theories Apr 28, 1998 · 30m Katie doubts that Eleanor will understand what Louise is doing. Greg discovers that news travels fast. Sinbad is interviewed, but may not be believed. Max is embarrassed by Jacqui's…
- 55 Episode 2048 - Morals Apr 29, 1998 · 30m Eleanor is fed up with Louise's questions about Marcus, and reveals some secrets to Ollie. Ron tells Mike how he has tried to conceal his involvement in the explosion. Tim's attitude…
- 56 Episode 2049 - Uncomfortable May 1, 1998 · 30m Louise gets a shock when she goes to visit Marcus again, but a greater shock may be awaiting Eleanor. Gemma is being secretive, and Mick completely fails to understand why. Ginger tells a…
- 57 Episode 2050 - Paranoia May 5, 1998 · 30m Eleanor is worried now that Marcus knows where she lives. Lindsey wants to make sure that things are different from now on, but Jackie is not convinced that they will be. Jason wants a…
- 58 Episode 2051 - The Making Of You May 6, 1998 · 30m Mick tries to find out from Leo what may be troubling Gemma. Jacqui needs to speak to Peter, but he is busy in bed with Lindsey. Nikki loses confidence when her attempts to revise for her…
- 59 Episode 2052 - Real Woman May 8, 1998 · 30m Mick wants some advice from Carmel. Ron and Sinbad are both summoned for formal interviews with the Health and Safety authorities. Lindsey and Peter decide to get engaged again.
- 60 Episode 2053 - A Risk Worth Taking May 12, 1998 · 30m Jimmy blows up balloons to celebrate Kylie's return home from hospital, but then loses them. Max and Susannah show prospective buyers around. Jacqui faces another dilemma, and Sinbad must…
- 61 Episode 2054 - Your Problem May 13, 1998 · 30m Carmel tries to convince Ron to tell the truth to as he and Sinbad face a grilling at the Health and Safety Executive. Jacqui has a tough decision to make, but will she accept Katie's…
- 62 Episode 2055 - Tiny Little Detail May 15, 1998 · 30m Jimmy realises that the job he hoped to get may not be up for grabs as easily as he thought. Ron is sacked from his job, which doesn't improve his mood or animosity towards Sinbad. Jacqui…
- 63 Episode 2056 - Relationship Problems May 19, 1998 · 30m Sinbad doubts whether he has a future with Carmel. Ollie is not convinced that Eleanor no longer has any feelings for Marcus. Lindsey tells Peter how much her divorce is going to cost, and…
- 64 Episode 2057 - Part Of The Equation May 20, 1998 · 30m Jimmy asks Katie to translate his CV into English and type it up for him. Jacqui makes a final decision about the amnio, so either Max or Susannah is going to be disappointed. After…
- 65 Episode 2058 - Pain And Guilt May 22, 1998 · 30m Ollie tries to convince Eleanor to take a break with him, but she tells him she has decided to leave. Margi discovers that there is much more to the Ginger affair than she realised. Julia…
- 66 Episode 2059 - A Little Bit Heavy May 26, 1998 · 30m Sinbad moves in with Mick, and tests Leo on his plate tectonics. Greg and Margi think Jason is getting too friendly with Katrina. Jackie tells Lindsey she should tell Peter the truth about…
- 67 Episode 2060 - No Rash Decisions May 27, 1998 · 30m Ron plays patience, little suspecting that Jacqui has been rushed to hospital. But what news awaits the Farnhams when they visit her? "Charlie Chortle" gains an unwitting assistant at a…
- 68 Episode 2061 - Off The Record May 29, 1998 · 30m Susannah reflects on the past, Jimmy has a job interview, Gary follows Lindsey and Kylie, and Margi tries to convince the powers that be that Ginger has been unfairly treated.
- 69 Episode 2062 - Coming Up Roses Jun 2, 1998 · 30m Jimmy feels that he has let his family down. When the hospital won't give her the test results over the phone, Jacqui fears the worst. Lindsey wonders if she should call Gary's bluff by…
- 70 Episode 2063 - Different Perspective Jun 3, 1998 · 30m Jackie wonders whether Jimmy really wants a job. Ollie tries to encourage Greg to make a start on his extension. Louise is being secretive about where she is going, and when Tim picks a…
- 71 Episode 2064 - Terminated Jun 5, 1998 · 30m The O'Learys prepare to leave the Close, Lindsey is apprehensive about Gary's visit, and Julia takes her driving test.
- 72 Episode 2065 - Pickle Jun 9, 1998 · 30m Mick and Ollie receive the OFSTED report on the school, and have different reactions to it. Lindsey may regret agreeing to let Gary have tea with Kylie. Katrina has a major decision to…
- 73 Episode 2066 - Barred Jun 10, 1998 · 30m Sinbad discovers Tim about to spray graffiti in his house, and straightens him out. Mike plans to launch a film career, and discovers what Gary is up to with Lindsey. Julia may have found…
- 74 Episode 2067 - Father Figure Jun 12, 1998 · 30m Lindsey receives a letter from Eleanor which makes her reconsider mediation. Susannah discovers that she has been gazumped. Jason can't believe he could have been so stupid, and seeks…
- 75 Episode 2068 - Mediation Jun 16, 1998 · 30m Mike tries to persuade Ron to lend him money so that he can invest in a film project. Lindsey is worried about going to mediation with Gary, and Eleanor tries to reassure her. The pressure…
- 76 Episode 2069 - Some Other Way Jun 17, 1998 · 30m Lindsey wonders if there is an easier way to resolve her problems with Gary. Ollie, Mick and Margi attend a meeting at the school to discuss the OFSTED report. Jason and Katrina talk about…
- 77 Episode 2070 - Heavies Jun 19, 1998 · 30m Peter and Jackie are worried about Lindsey, wondering who she has gone to see to seek help against Gary. Jason confides in his grandmother, but will this affect his perspective on his…
- 78 Episode 2071 - Judgement Day Jun 23, 1998 · 30m Jimmy can't believe that Lindsey has changed her mind. Jacqui is not impressed by Mike's business proposition, and refuses to give him time off. Ron receives a date for his hearing, Jason…
- 79 Episode 2072 - Someone's In Trouble Jun 24, 1998 · 30m The police arrive on the parade, but who are they looking for? Investigators also turn up, with someone else in their sights. A visit to the chip ship doesn't ease Ollie's fears, but can…
- 80 Episode 2073 - Cash Jun 26, 1998 · 30m Lindsey's custody hearing is postponed when Gary is unable to turn up. Mike and Jason are both in desperate need of cash, but how can they find some? Sinbad and Ron have another…
- 81 Episode 2074 - What You've Done Jun 30, 1998 · 30m Ron refuses to talk to Mike, and Jacqui bars him, after they both find out what he has done. Katrina wonders if she has been selfish, and Ollie insists that he has paid last week's money…
- 82 Episode 2075 - Roots Jul 1, 1998 · 30m Mick checks out some private schools for Gemma. Neither Greg nor Jason are going to back down. Rachel overhears Jacqui telling Ron that she is going to bring in a replacement manager…
- 83 Episode 2076 - Dishonesty Jul 3, 1998 · 30m Susannah begins to think about names for the Farnhams' new.......house. The Shadwicks wonder if Jason will turn up for his grandmother's birthday. Although Mike tries to cover his tracks…
- 84 Episode 2077 - Really Proud Jul 7, 1998 · 30m Jacqui and Mike need to reach a compromise if Ron is to remain oblivious of one or two little matters. Mick is worried abut Cassie, and has a chat with her at Gladys's graveside. The…
- 85 Episode 2078 - Wriggling Jul 8, 1998 · 30m Susannah gives Ron an idea. Sinbad gives Jimmy some shoes that are far too small for him. Marcus arrives back from America, Margi gets a job offer, and Jacqui moves to Chester - but will…
- 86 Episode 2079 - Opportunities Jul 10, 1998 · 30m Marcus seeks legal advice from Eleanor. Jacqui is thoroughly bored watching daytime televison. Mike discovers how his investment in George's film has been spent.
- 87 Episode 2080 - Happy Families Jul 14, 1998 · 30m Ollie's plans for a shopping trip are spoiled by Marcus. Gemma sits her entrance exam for private school, but will she even try to pass? Jessie tries to reconcile Greg and Jason, and Bruno…
- 88 Episode 2081 - Sentences Jul 15, 1998 · 30m Jimmy receives two rejection letters at once. Greg has a theory about why Jessie has reacted strangely to his argument with Jason. Jacqui considers taking a real risk, and Ron appears in…
- 89 Episode 2082 - Privacy Jul 17, 1998 · 30m Ollie wonders if being made redundant isn't such a bad thing after all. The Corkhills make extensive preparations for the visit by the Welfare Officer. Cassie tries to make Gemma think…
- 90 Episode 2083 - What's The Occasion? Jul 21, 1998 · 30m Ollie gets Eleanor some flowers, and Max gets Susannah a new dress. Surely there are some ulterior motives there....... Katrina wants to start paying Greg back, and Mike starts selling…
- 91 Episode 2084 - Harsh Realities Jul 22, 1998 · 30m Katie encourages Rachel to ask Bruno out. Lindsey receives some news from the welfare officer. Marcus wants Eleanor to read his book before she condemns it, and Jacqui goes…
- 92 Episode 2085 - New Life Growing Jul 24, 1998 · 30m Susannah fears the worst when she is called to the doctor. There may be a new lady in Mick's life, and Jessie is determined to heal the rift in the Shadwick family, revealing an agonising…
- 93 Episode 2086 - No Pressure Jul 28, 1998 · 30m Rachel takes Bruno back to her flat, but will she regret it? Max and Susannah celebrate their good news. Eleanor wonders if she has seen a glimpse of the "old" Marcus, and Emily runs her…
- 94 Episode 2087 - Who's To Blame? Jul 29, 1998 · 30m When Ollie loses a piece of his barbecue, Greg helps him out, Max's flowers, and the card that came with them, are rescued from his bin by a neighbour. Margi receives a job offer, and…
- 95 Episode 2088 - Some Connection Jul 31, 1998 · 30m Mick offers Sinbad a job. Greg witnesses an interesting encounter between Marcus and Eleanor in their back garden. Katie tries to investigate the disturbing rumour she has overheard, and…
- 96 Episode 2089 - Rummaging Aug 4, 1998 · 30m Katie is a success as a private investigator, Ollie notices that Eleanor seems to be jumpy, Margi and Greg must decide whether to allow Nikki to go on a holiday to Ibiza, and Sinbad starts…
- 97 Episode 2090 - Holidays Aug 5, 1998 · 30m Pauline invites Mick to go to Dublin with her. Jason plans to go to a stag night in Amsterdam, even though Robbie's wedding is off, and Nikki is still determined to go to Ibiza. Gary…
- 98 Episode 2091 - Backup Aug 7, 1998 · 30m Louise discovers that Eleanor has been reading Marcus's book. Jason and Margi try to convince Greg to change his mind about Nikki's holiday. Jacqui confronts Lisa with her suspicions and…
- 99 Episode 2092 - Expectations Aug 11, 1998 · 30m Sinbad believes that someone is out to get him, and he's right. Emily now wants to go on holiday too, but how will Greg react to this one? Jimmy has his first day at Brookside…
- 100 Episode 2093 - Dedication Aug 12, 1998 · 30m Sinbad has another close encounter, and this time he sees the face of his attacker. Marcus wants Eleanor to accept a necklace from him. Lindsey seeks further help to rid herself of Gary.
- 101 Episode 2094 - Watching Aug 14, 1998 · 30m Sinbad fears that there will be another attempt on his life. Jessie does some cleaning for Ron, and makes sure he pays for it. Ollie decides to postpone leaving for a book fair, Gary…
- 102 Episode 2095 - Contacts Aug 18, 1998 · 30m Ready to set off, Ollie notices that his car has gone missing. Mick is surprised by the circumstances in which he meets Pauline's daughter. Katrina is not impressed with Jason's holiday…
- 103 Episode 2096 - Hay Aug 19, 1998 · 30m Jacqui thinks that Max and Susannah are too scared to tell her they are abandoning her. Nikki returns from her holiday, and tells Greg that she has fallen in love with a Spanish waiter…
- 104 Episode 2097 - Overdrive Aug 21, 1998 · 30m Eleanor insists to Louise that nothing is going on between her and Marcus, then proves otherwise. Jacqui confronts Max in Chester, and they are seen together. Nikki gets her exam results…
- 105 Episode 2098 - Delusional Aug 25, 1998 · 30m The Shadwicks await the arrival of Santi the Spanish waiter. Jimmy advises Sinbad to report Tim to the police. Lindsey is scared that Jimmy will find her concealed gun, and Ollie returns…
- 106 Episode 2099 - Family Aug 26, 1998 · 30m Katie does her best to convince Mike that he's
- 107 Episode 2100 - Beyond A Joke Aug 28, 1998 · 30m Andrea joins Mick and Leo for a barbecue with Sinbad. Gary continues to make things difficult for Lindsey and Peter. Santi makes his intentions towards Nikki much clearer, shocking Greg…
- 108 Episode 2101 - Too Weak To Resist Aug 31, 1998 · 30m A stranger turns up at "Bar Brookie" looking for Bruno, and refuses to accept that his door is locked. Louise is appalled to hear what Eleanor intends to do, and Gary is forced to grovel…
- 109 Episode 2102 - Sorted Properly Sep 1, 1998 · 30m Jimmy notices that Lindsey is more stressed than ever at the prospect of the court case. Louise tells Marcus what Eleanor is doing, but will he agree to try to stop her? Greg receives a…
- 110 Episode 2103 - Will You Marry Me? Sep 2, 1998 · 30m Jimmy confronts Lindsey to find out how she got rid of Gary. Sinbad suspects Andrea's motives, and Mick confirms his suspicions. Ron is becoming determined to track down Jacqui, and Ollie…
- 111 Episode 2104 - Is He Or Isn't He? Sep 3, 1998 · 30m When Ollie, Eleanor, Danny and Louise return to their holiday cottage, they find that Marcus is waiting for them, and he has absolutely no intention of leaving.......
- 112 Episode 2105 - Let Him Go Sep 4, 1998 · 30m Ollie and Eleanor wonder if they are free of Marcus's interference forever, or will there be a case to answer? Mick finds it difficult keeping two related women on the go at the same time…
- 113 Episode 2106 - Trying To Avoid Sep 8, 1998 · 30m Sinbad moves back into number 8, but not alone. Ron celebrates gaining a new contract, then runs into some trouble with another client. Eleanor and Ollie try to get their stories straight…
- 114 Episode 2107 - False Sense Of Security Sep 9, 1998 · 30m Jacqui feels smothered by Susannah's hospitality. Ollie spends the night in a prison cell, and Eleanor may hold the key to his release. It is Jimmy's first day of teaching at Brookside…
- 115 Episode 2108 - The Big Push Sep 11, 1998 · 30m Ollie finds it difficult to forgive Eleanor for what she has done. It is Kylie's sixth birthday party, but will Peter be there? Jacqui gives birth to the Farnhams' baby.
- 116 Episode 2109 - Numb Sep 15, 1998 · 30m Nikki is apprehensive about her first day at university. Eleanor's birthday isn't as happy as she might have hoped. Peter and Lindsey plan for the future, and Jacqui returns to the Close…
- 117 Episode 2110 - Big Girl Now Sep 16, 1998 · 30m Ollie's mood is still not improving. Lindsey and Peter try to find a church, or even a registry office, in which someone is willing to marry them. It is Gemma's first day at a new school…
- 118 Episode 2111 - Juvenile Behaviour Sep 18, 1998 · 30m Mick must decide whether to let Tim cover Sinbad's shifts while he is in Bristol. Someone Max isn't expecting turns up to do his cleaning. Greg is not impressed when Nikki spends a few…
- 119 Episode 2112 - Big Kid Sep 22, 1998 · 30m Danny refused to go to school or bed until Ollie throws Eleanor out. Louise plans to take over where Marcus left off, but may face a fight. Leo decides to grow a moustache and ask Andrea…
- 120 Episode 2113 - Edgy Sep 23, 1998 · 30m Max wants to register the baby, and to keep Ron away from him. Mick is unusually keen for Leo to go out with his mates on his birthday. Louise tries to convince Danny to give Ollie and…
- 121 Episode 2114 - Guilty Conscience Sep 25, 1998 · 30m Jimmy tries to offer Ollie advice, but it might not be appreciated. Ron interviews more candidates for "Great Grannies", and one is particularly impressive. Margi prepares for another trip…
- 122 Episode 2115 - Parenthood Sep 29, 1998 · 30m Ron looks forward to Jacqui's return. Louise starts university, but where is Danny? Nikki overhears Jason leaving a message on Katrina's answering machine, Bruno's hopes are dashed, and…
- 123 Episode 2116 - Really Hurting Sep 30, 1998 · 30m Eleanor advises Ollie against reporting Danny as missing to the police. Mick wants to finish with Pauline so that he can see Andrea. Jacqui finds it tough being back in Liverpool after…
- 124 Episode 2117 - Seeing Someone Else Oct 2, 1998 · 30m Max doubts that it is wise to let Jacqui see the baby. Rachel tells Katie that Jason is still seeing Katrina, but she doesn't regard this as a problem. Someone is discovered hiding in…
- 125 Episode 2118 - Such A Mess Oct 6, 1998 · 30m When the strain becomes too much for Jacqui, Katie advises her to confront Max and Susannah. Tempers are frayed in the Simpson household as the inquest approaches, and Mick is in for a bit…
- 126 Episode 2119 - Acknowledgement Oct 7, 1998 · 30m Jacqui tells Susannah that she needs to hold her baby. Ollie, Eleanor and Louise attend the inquest, but can Ollie stick to his story? Anthea starts to work for Ron, Tim starts work at the…
- 127 Episode 2120 - Who's Pathetic Now? Oct 9, 1998 · 30m Jacqui and Mike tease Mick about the battering he took from Pauline. Louise decides to go home for good, and Eleanor blames Ollie. Jimmy is concerned about a pupil who keeps falling asleep…
- 128 Episode 2121 - Patio Doors Oct 13, 1998 · 30m Lindsey finds a venue for her wedding reception. Leo starts work at the chip shop, and reaches an uneasy compromise with Tim. Ollie discovers that Eleanor has left him, and Jason has just…
- 129 Episode 2122 - Severing Ties Oct 14, 1998 · 30m Katie fears that she is going to be out of a job. Ollie has a good night's sleep, and makes a decision about his future. Max and Susannah have different plans for the day, and different…
- 130 Episode 2123 - Down The Tubes Oct 16, 1998 · 30m News that the Simpsons and Eleanor have disappeared spreads around the Close, and there's someone who is especially keen to find them. Susannah decides that "Grants" will have to be sold…
- 131 Episode 2124 - Coat Oct 20, 1998 · 30m Greg wants to start repossessing some of his materials from Ollie's extension, but Margi wants to take a different approach. Sinbad has to find some economy measures. Jimmy disagrees with…
- 132 Episode 2125 - None Of Your Business Oct 21, 1998 · 30m Unimpressed by Jimmy's views, Roger reports him to Karen and, with Greg's assistance, forces Emily to increase the time she spends on her training. Jacqui tries to persuade Peter to join…
- 133 Episode 2126 - Health And Leisure Oct 23, 1998 · 30m Emily is sick of her training and her father's interference. Peter is determined that his wedding day will be the best ever. Nikki asks to borrow a tenner, and wishes she hadn't. The…
- 134 Episode 2127 - Not Your Problem Oct 27, 1998 · 30m Lindsey tries on wedding dresses, Jacqui encourages Susannah to relax and look at her plans for the club, and Sinbad decides to take in a lodger.
- 135 Episode 2128 - Gluttons For Punishment Oct 28, 1998 · 30m Susan promises to bring back Jimmy's coat, just as soon as she can find it. Greg thinks he ought to pay for Sinbad's broken window. Susannah finds baby Harry difficult to cope with, and…
- 136 Episode 2129 - Weirdo Oct 30, 1998 · 30m Jimmy badly misjudges a situation, and Roger may not be willing to accept his apology. Max has a little explaining to do. Mr Moore moves in with Sinbad and Tim, who is convinced that he is…
- 137 Episode 2130 - Serial Killer Nov 3, 1998 · 30m Emily qualifies for the trials, Jimmy is told to stay away from the kids at school, and Sinbad and Tim, kept awake all night by Mr Moore's banging, begin to fear that he is a serial killer.
- 138 Episode 2131 - Psycho Nov 4, 1998 · 30m Susannah decides to ask Jackie to babysit when she takes Max to dinner with Warren and Faye. Ron is summoned back to court. Tim and Sinbad begin to panic more and more about the activities…
- 139 Episode 2132 - Wrexham Supporter Nov 6, 1998 · 30m Jimmy's current crisis is linked with a tragedy in the Corkhills' past. Lindsey and Peter discover how much it will cost them to buy into the "Millennium Club". Jacqui is in for a shock…
- 140 Episode 2133 - Pervert Nov 9, 1998 · 30m Peter plans a surprise for Lindsey. Sinbad finds a new lodger to replace Mr Moore. Jimmy decides to take the law into his own hands with the people who killed his son, and Jacqui agonises…
- 141 Episode 2134 - Visitors Nov 10, 1998 · 30m Rachel and Katie have a night out. Emily finds it difficult to cope with the pressure, and just as Alec seeks clarification on Sinbad's policy towards visitors, a whole bunch of them…
- 142 Episode 2135 - Different Nov 11, 1998 · 30m Susannah overhears Jacqui trying to force Max to admit the truth to her. Sinbad is worried that the Musgroves are taking over his house. Jackie is anxious when Jimmy goes missing, but…
- 143 Episode 2136 - Other Stuff Nov 12, 1998 · 30m Jimmy comes face to face with the man he believes killed his son. Max tries to convince Susannah of his innocence, but is banished to the spare room. Sinbad needs to find a new place to…
- 144 Episode 2137 - Shotgun Wedding Nov 13, 1998 · 30m An unexpected present for Lindsey may ruin her big day, and Susannah gets much more than she bargained for when she confronts Faye about her affair with Max.
- 145 Episode 2138 - You Caused It Nov 17, 1998 · 30m Susannah ponders on how bad Warren must be in bed. Tim gets the blame when Leo carelessly cause a fire at the chip shop. Max tries to explain his affair with Faye, and Lindsey has…
- 146 Episode 2139 - He Said 'I Do' Nov 18, 1998 · 30m It is Lindsey and Peter's wedding day, but will the bride arrive on time, or at all? Joey is in trouble with the police after a minor accident, and in even more trouble with Niamh…
- 147 Episode 2140 - Hero Nov 20, 1998 · 30m Jimmy worries when he is summoned to see his head of department. Joey wonders how good a friend Benny really is. Susannah is furious to find that Harry has been left with Ron, and Kylie…
- 148 Episode 2141 - Stupid Mare Nov 24, 1998 · 30m Susannah makes a decision regarding Harry, a missing resident returns to the Close, and the Corkhills are unexpectedly held at gunpoint in their own home.
- 149 Episode 2142 - Hormonal Nov 25, 1998 · 30m A letter sends Niamh to the end of her tether. Jimmy and Lindsey need to dispose of something without arousing suspicion, and Ron finds something very puzzling among Max's belongings.
- 150 Episode 2143 - Secret Past Nov 27, 1998 · 30m Jimmy advises Peter to forget the past, Greg takes pity on Susannah, Tim has plans for the garage, and Ron is determined to get to the bottom of Jacqui's involvement with the Farnhams.
- 151 Episode 2144 - The Truth Hurts Dec 1, 1998 · 30m Max discovers that hell hath no fury like a Susannah scorned. Emily suffers an injury, and Jacqui is forced to reveal the truth about her surrogacy deal with the Farnhams - but how will…
- 152 Episode 2145 - Selfishness And Greed Dec 2, 1998 · 30m Ron is determined to tell DD that she has a grandson, but Anthea disagrees. News of the surrogacy deal spreads, Peter is given the cold shoulder, and a knight in shining armour comes to…
- 153 Episode 2146 - Megan Dec 4, 1998 · 30m Ron is determined to gain access to his grandson. Joey makes a confession to Luke. Benny continues to take advantage, Katie receives surprising news, and an oddly familiar voice is heard…
- 154 Episode 2147 - Next Bit Of Scandal Dec 8, 1998 · 30m Ron gets into hot water when he leaps to Mike's defence, as Anthea has some devastating news for him. Joey is offered a helping hand, and Benny clashes with Luke.
- 155 Episode 2148 - Sister Dec 9, 1998 · 30m It looks as if Mike, Jacqui and Megan must learn the truth about Ron and Anthea's past. Luke sets his sights on Nikki, Tim is dressed to impress, and Benny wants to make a deal.
- 156 Episode 2149 - Emergencies Dec 11, 1998 · 30m Megan wants nothing to do with Ron. Joey's finances may be in a worse state than he is admitting. Mick meets the mother of one of Gemma's new friends, and there may be more than friendship…
- 157 Episode 2150 - Parents Dec 15, 1998 · 30m The architects have some news for Jacqui. Sinbad makes a discovery. Anthea tries to explain to Megan, and Mick and Jo are caught together in a compromising position.
- 158 Episode 2151 - Damage Limitation Dec 16, 1998 · 30m When Nikki is sick in Joey's taxi, Greg makes her clean it up. Lindsey is determined to show Jacqui who is in charge. Anthea has a proposal for Ron.
- 159 Episode 2152 - Rights Dec 18, 1998 · 30m
- 160 Episode 2153 - Easy Lay Dec 21, 1998 · 30m In a special extended 71-minute episode, Leo invites the neighbours to a party, Nikki wakes up in the morning with major regrets and memory loss, Bev adopts desperate tactics to convince…
- 161 Episode 2154 - Tears Dec 23, 1998 · 30m Bev is determined to spoil Ron's relationship with Anthea, and Susannah joins the Dixons for dinner, while Christmas is a time of uncertainty for the Corkhills and great distress for the…
- 162 Episode 2155 - Enquiries Dec 29, 1998 · 30m Tension begins to gnaw at Greg and Jason. The male party guests are questioned at the police station. Anthea wants Ron to come to bed, but has he chosen between the women in his life?
- 163 Episode 2156 - Chief Suspect Dec 30, 1998 · 30m Ryan receives some shocking news. Margi realises that the future is going to be very different. Ron begins to regret his fling with Bev, and Jacqui prepares for the launch of the…