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Brookside: Season 12

157 episodes Premiered Jan 1, 1993 Updated Sep 25, 2026
Previously on Brookside

Season 12 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Brookside Season 11.
  • ⚡ Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
  • ⚡ Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
  • ⚡ Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
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Season 12 Episodes

Episode Guide

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S12·E1 Mytharc

Episode 1196 - Lessons

Jan 1, 1993 · 30 min

On New Year's Day, Tracy is suspicious of Brian and Joe, Marcia tells Sinbad what she has seen, and Patricia sacks Anna.

S12·E2 Core

Episode 1197 - Emotional Scars

Jan 4, 1993 · 30 min

Peter can't cope with Anna's romantic advances. Fran refuses to allow Barry to see his son. DD tries to make Leanne consider the options she faces.

S12·E3 Core

Episode 1198 - Pre-Occupied

Jan 6, 1993 · 30 min

A big event is arranged for the residents of the Close. John is not impressed when he returns and finds that Anna has moved in with Peter. Ron is not the only one who wants the vac

S12·E4 Core

Episode 1199 - Summation

Jan 8, 1993 · 30 min

It is the final day of the trial. Marianne has some news for Ellis about their wedding plans.

S12·E5 Core

Episode 1200 - In The Clear

Jan 11, 1993 · 30 min

The verdict is reached, and Jimmy is out for revenge. Ron discovers that DD is opening a florists' next door to the Trading Post. Sinbad has to choose a best man. Max brings Jean b

S12·E6 Core

Episode 1201 - Best Off Forgetting

Jan 13, 1993 · 30 min

Barry tries to ensure that Jimmy doesn't do anything stupid. Sinbad seems to have lost his mother again. Patricia tries to resolve the conflict betwwen David and Jean, and Derek ru

S12·E7 Mytharc

Episode 1202 - Adultery

Jan 15, 1993 · 30 min

There is a shock from the past for Patricia, while DD reveals the truth about Derek's Romanian job to Margaret. Diana steals some scissors from Tracy's salon, but it's not her hair

S12·E8 Core

Episode 1203 - Safer Hands

Jan 18, 1993 · 30 min

Peter is upset about Diana's attempt to commit suicide in his bathroom. Sinbad has too many best men. Patricia is reluctant to let David teach Margaret to drive.

S12·E9 Core

Episode 1204 - Will It Hurt?

Jan 20, 1993 · 30 min

Leanne has an abortion. Peter talks to Tracy about Diana. Terry asks Fran to move in with him. Margaret has her first driving lesson in Max's car, and crashes it.

S12·E10 Core

Episode 1205 - A Different Light

Jan 22, 1993 · 30 min

Leanne's parents find out about her abortion, and are not pleased. Sinbad's surplus of best men shows no sign of abating. Max may have found a buyer for David and Jean's Spanish ap

S12·E11 Core

Episode 1206 - Still Your Wife

Jan 25, 1993 · 30 min

DD tries to explain and justify her actions to Mrs Powell. Patricia talks to David about his affair. Several people consider offering Margaret the money she needs to go to Romania,

S12·E12 Core

Episode 1207 - Seals

Jan 27, 1993 · 30 min

Tracy convinces Diana that she needs help, and takes her to see a psychiatrist. DD does not intend to apologise to anyone for her involvement in Leanne's abortion. Derek disturbs P

S12·E13 Core

Episode 1208 - Dad's Privilege

Jan 29, 1993 · 30 min

Barry snatches his child, and Margaret puts on a brave face about Romania. Ron drops Lyn in it with Frank by revealing that she was involved with Leanne's abortion.

S12·E14 Core

Episode 1209 - Neutral Territory

Feb 1, 1993 · 30 min

Peter feels more guilty, and Fran gets Steven back. Max and Ron both plan leaving parties for Margaret and Derek, and neither of them want to give way to the other.

S12·E15 Core

Episode 1210 - Come One, Come All

Feb 3, 1993 · 30 min

Margaret and Derek have their farewell party. Terry realises how he can help Fran. Marianne is annoyed when Ellis makes some decisions without consulting her.

S12·E16 Core

Episode 1211 - Off You Go

Feb 5, 1993 · 30 min

Terry takes drastic action to prevent Barry from gaining access to Steven. Everyone waves farewell to Margaret and Derek, but it is not too late for a last-minute change of plan.

S12·E17 Core

Episode 1212 - Who Wants Another?

Feb 8, 1993 · 30 min

It is an emotionally charged night for the stags and hens. Frank suggests that Lyn moves in with him.

S12·E18 Core

Episode 1213 - Arrangements

Feb 10, 1993 · 30 min

Margaret reappears, but doesn't want to talk to DD. The Crosbies may have found somewhere to settle.

S12·E19 Core

Episode 1214 - Pre-Wedding Nerves

Feb 12, 1993 · 30 min

Sinbad goes against Marcia's wishes by telling Marianne what Mick has said about her. There are mysterious new occupants at number 10. Margaret receives a message from Derek.

S12·E20 Core

Episode 1215 - Re-think

Feb 15, 1993 · 30 min

Sinbad makes a big decision, and Mick seizes his last chance.

S12·E21 Core

Episode 1216 - A Big Step

Feb 17, 1993 · 30 min

When the bride is late for the wedding, Ellis is concerned, but Mick is hopeful. Lyn decides to apply for a new job.

S12·E22 Core

Episode 1217 - Too Much Pain

Feb 19, 1993 · 30 min

Josie and Marcia are forced to leave for good. Sinbad gets most of the blame for the wedding fiasco, but not from Marianne. Patricia offers Margaret a way out of her misery.

S12·E23 Core

Episode 1218 - Too Close To Home

Feb 22, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy has an accident, which arouses suspicion. Marianne plucks up the courage to go and see Mick. David and Jean have some news which infuriates Max.

S12·E24 Core

Episode 1219 - I Want To, But....

Feb 24, 1993 · 30 min

Mick gets advice from his solicitor, but his situation is not looking good. Frank's plans may be spoiled by the unexpected arrival of Lyn's younger sister, Bev.

S12·E25 Core

Episode 1220 - Something Odd

Feb 26, 1993 · 30 min

There is bad news for Mandy and Beth. Ellis sees something he wasn't meant to. Lyn and her children move in with Frank and Katie.

S12·E26 Core

Episode 1221 - A Bit Lost

Mar 1, 1993 · 30 min

Alison doesn't feel at home. Beth worries that her father will track down the Jordaches' new home. Ron and DD go to Blackpool, while Mick and Marianne talk about their future.

S12·E27 Core

Episode 1222 - Telly

Mar 3, 1993 · 30 min

Mick tries to sort out his problems, and a familiar face returns to the Close, which gives Mike a convenient excuse to have a party.

S12·E28 Core

Episode 1223 - Family Loyalty

Mar 5, 1993 · 30 min

Jimmy interviews for bar staff. DD and Ron return home unexpectedly, and quickly discover what has been going on in their absence.

S12·E29 Core

Episode 1224 - Porkies

Mar 8, 1993 · 30 min

A charming stranger arrives on the Close in search of some of its residents. Luckily, those he speaks to don't give anything away. Bev is having trouble with her love life, and tur

S12·E30 Core

Episode 1225 - Catching Up

Mar 10, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy's worst fears are realised, thanks to David. Jimmy thinks he has the answer to Mick's money worries. Ellis returns from his solo honeymoon. Diana's first shift behind the bar

S12·E31 Core

Episode 1226 - Leaving Present

Mar 12, 1993 · 30 min

Jean and Patricia are horrified to hear that David may have jeopardised the safety of the Jordaches, and try to check on Mandy. Ron realises that it is time to do some serious thin

S12·E32 Core

Episode 1227 - The Beast Has Risen

Mar 15, 1993 · 30 min

If he can't get to see Mandy, Trevor is determined to make contact with Beth. Mick is worried about his relationship with Marianne. There is friction between Peter and Anna.

S12·E33 Core

Episode 1228 - When You Gotta Go

Mar 17, 1993 · 30 min

Jimmy tries to get some help with his latest dodgy scheme. Anna loses another job, while Mike fancies Beth.

S12·E34 Core

Episode 1229 - Now You Know

Mar 19, 1993 · 30 min

DD is worried about the state of her marriage. Ron gets a new assistant at the Trading Post. Rachel asks for a pair of football boots.

S12·E35 Core

Episode 1230 - Weakening

Mar 22, 1993 · 30 min

Beth confides in Mike. Margaret realises that it is all over for her and Derek. There are arguments about rent and sleeping arrangements.

S12·E36 Core

Episode 1231 - Sickness

Mar 24, 1993 · 30 min

Ron is flirting at work again, Sinbad is tempted to help Jimmy out, and Mandy goes to visit Trevor.

S12·E37 Core

Episode 1232 - Inhibitions

Mar 26, 1993 · 30 min

Ron takes Bev to the cash and carry, and on the way back their relationship takes a new turn. Sinbad discovers that he has volunteered to carry out a robbery.

S12·E38 Core

Episode 1233 - Instinctive

Mar 29, 1993 · 30 min

On Rachel's 14th birthday, Trevor calls at number 10 again, and Mandy tells him she is filing for a divorce. The bungling burglars prepare to empty Mick's bungalow.

S12·E39 Core

Episode 1234 - Break-In

Mar 31, 1993 · 30 min

Ron decides to take things a stage further with Bev. Karyn and Patricia discuss business and Barry. Trevor comes to see Rachel while Mandy is out.

S12·E40 Core

Episode 1235 - Awkward Atmosphere

Apr 2, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy can't ignore a distress call from Trevor, which improves his chances of getting back into the house. Ron is worried, which is exactly what Bev was hoping for.

S12·E41 Core

Episode 1236 - You Are Joking?

Apr 5, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy tells Beth and Rachel that Trevor is coming to stay for a couple of nights. Anna asks Peter to marry her. Mick arrives home early, and no-one has time to tell him what to exp

S12·E42 Core

Episode 1237 - Repossession

Apr 7, 1993 · 30 min

Jimmy and Sinbad try to turn back time. Susannah needs a favour from Max. Beth confronts Trevor.

S12·E43 Core

Episode 1238 - Backstage

Apr 9, 1993 · 30 min

Mick moves upstairs, Trevor looks for digs, Mike takes the plunge, and Ron and Bev have a secret.

S12·E44 Core

Episode 1239 - Two Of A Kind

Apr 12, 1993 · 30 min

After their kiss, Ron starts telling everyone that he and Bev are together. Beth insists that Trevor cannot stay at number 10.

S12·E45 Core

Episode 1240 - Another Chance

Apr 14, 1993 · 30 min

Ron plans a romantic night at a hotel with Bev. Max is shocked that Susannah plans to go to the United States with her boyfriend Andrew.

S12·E46 Core

Episode 1241 - Opportunity

Apr 16, 1993 · 30 min

David discovers that the bungalow is up for sale, and thinks it would be ideal for him and Jean. Marianne and Mick have a quiet night in, but the kids are there too. Ron takes Bev

S12·E47 Core

Episode 1242 - Insecure

Apr 19, 1993 · 30 min

Frank knows Ron was not where he claimed to be on Friday night, and warns him to be careful. Trevor is back in control at number 10, and things go from bad to worse for Mandy and B

S12·E48 Core

Episode 1243 - Guests

Apr 21, 1993 · 30 min

When nobody turns up to their anniversary drinks party except the Crosbies, Trevor blames Mandy. Caught out in one lie, Ron tells DD another one. Max is not able to persuade Susann

S12·E49 Core

Episode 1244 - Always The Same

Apr 23, 1993 · 30 min

Beth notices Mandy's bruises. Anna is shocked to find out what her new job involves. Sinbad discovers that Trevor has been in prison.

S12·E50 Core

Episode 1245 - Snitching

Apr 26, 1993 · 30 min

Max is determined to stand in the way of Susannah's plans. Mick wants to marry Marianne. Ron insists that DD sees a doctor.

S12·E51 Core

Episode 1246 - Bevvies

Apr 28, 1993 · 30 min

Sinbad tells Terry and Jimmy that he is worried about Mandy. Mick may be rushing into things.

S12·E52 Core

Episode 1247 - Circumstances

Apr 30, 1993 · 30 min

Sinbad is horrified when he witnesses Trevor beating Mandy up, but Beth is even more horrified when she finds him with Rachel in her bed.

S12·E53 Core

Episode 1248 - I'm Sorry

May 3, 1993 · 30 min

Beth confronts Rachel, who breaks down. Mandy promises that Trevor will not touch her again. Max goes behind Patricia's back to see Susannah, while Ron risks being caught out by DD

S12·E54 Core

Episode 1249 - Agony

May 5, 1993 · 30 min

Patricia's fears are confirmed, Ron is worried, and in desperation Beth and Mandy carry out their plan to poison Trevor.

S12·E55 Core

Episode 1250 - No Turning Back

May 7, 1993 · 30 min

Ron helps to move Bev into her new flat, then Lyn sees him kissing her. DD feels that she needs to talk to someone neutral. Mandy and Beth's plan does not go entirely as they hoped

S12·E56 Core

Episode 1251 - Self Defence

May 10, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy and Beth are exhausted, but they need to act quickly before Rachel comes home and notices that they have killed her father.

S12·E57 Core

Episode 1252 - Something And Nothing

May 12, 1993 · 30 min

Ron is relieved that Lyn has not said anything to DD about his affair with Bev. More and more cracks seem to be appearing in Barry and Joe's business partnership, and the Jordaches

S12·E58 Core

Episode 1253 - Digging

May 14, 1993 · 30 min

Beth is determined to bury Trevor's body, but it may not may that simple. Keith suggests a job at his college for which Anna might be ideal. Sinbad discovers something nasty in Man

S12·E59 Core

Episode 1254 - Nervous Wreck

May 17, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy and Beth dispose of Trevor's body. DD's behaviour becomes very strange. Anna has to decide whether to go ahead with her nude modelling job.

S12·E60 Core

Episode 1255 - Better Away

May 19, 1993 · 30 min

Patricia is not convinced that Max is doing the right thing. Sinbad discovers that Beth's hole in the garden has disappeared, and discourages Rachel from trying to find her father.

S12·E61 Core

Episode 1256 - So Easy

May 21, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy is close to a breakdown, and Ron is feeling guilty. Barry organises another rave night, and Joe has a proposition for Anna.

S12·E62 Core

Episode 1257 - No Future

May 24, 1993 · 30 min

Joe wants Barry out of the club, or else. Ron breaks up with Bev. There are more visitors for Mandy.

S12·E63 Mytharc

Episode 1258 - Will You Miss Me?

May 26, 1993 · 30 min

Barry's rave is a success, until the police show up. About to enter the convent, DD reveals to Ron that she knew about his affair with Bev. David and Jean throw a house-warming par

S12·E64 Core

Episode 1259 - Follow-Through

May 28, 1993 · 30 min

The Jordaches are asked to move out, causing Mandy to panic. Max is missing his children, and Susannah.......

S12·E65 Core

Episode 1260 - Trying To Prevent

May 31, 1993 · 30 min

Ron wants to know why Bev is going out with Mike. Mandy confides more in Sinbad. Anna finds herself in a compromising situation with a client.

S12·E66 Core

Episode 1261 - What Have You Done?

Jun 2, 1993 · 30 min

Anna comes home in the morning and begins to think about what she has done. Jean and David discover that Max has snatched Matthew and Emily from Susannah and brought them home.

S12·E67 Core

Episode 1262 - Best Side

Jun 4, 1993 · 30 min

Patricia returns from London, and quickly notices that there are more of Max's children playing in the garden than there should be. After talking to Rachel, Mrs Shackleton realises

S12·E68 Core

Episode 1263 - Realising

Jun 7, 1993 · 30 min

Ron wants Bev to dump Mike, but she won't. Mandy tries to explain her actions so that she and the girls can stay on at number 10. Peter tells Anna he has found someone who is willi

S12·E69 Core

Episode 1264 - Increased Rent

Jun 9, 1993 · 30 min

Max apologises to Susannah, and convinces her to leave the children with him for three months. The tenants on the parade are annoyed when Barry raises their rent.

S12·E70 Core

Episode 1265 - Bursting Point

Jun 11, 1993 · 30 min

Ron and Max both fear that they are all about to be caught out over things they shouldn't have done. Beth runs out of her Chemistry "A" level exam.

S12·E71 Core

Episode 1266 - All Families Have Secrets

Jun 14, 1993 · 30 min

Keith develops the photographs of a somewhat naked Ron and Bev. Max is sure that David will tell Patricia that Susannah stayed overnight. Sinbad tries to help the Jordaches out of

S12·E72 Core

Episode 1267 - Developing

Jun 16, 1993 · 30 min

Ron and Bev try to retrieve the incriminating photographs before Mike sees them. Max admits to David that he slept with Susannah. Peter discovers that Anna has been lying.

S12·E73 Core

Episode 1268 - Wrong Conclusions

Jun 18, 1993 · 30 min

Anna makes a controversial confession about her job. Mandy and the girls go off on holiday. Joe forces Barry to sign away his share of the nightclub.

S12·E74 Core

Episode 1269 - Applications

Jun 21, 1993 · 30 min

Barry's plans to gain his revenge by torching the nightclub are spoiled by Jimmy. Ron delegates David the task of preparing a shortlist of applicants for the job in the florists'.

S12·E75 Core

Episode 1270 - Options

Jun 23, 1993 · 30 min

Peter finds Anna's savings, and suspects the worst. Jimmy wants revenge on Barry, and Joe is able to arrange it.

S12·E76 Core

Episode 1271 - Knocking Off Early

Jun 25, 1993 · 30 min

Barry doesn't realise that he is being set up, and the consequences for Jimmy could be deadly. Julia is pipped at the post for the job in the flower shop. Peter has to rescue Anna

S12·E77 Core

Episode 1272 - Barry Grant Did This

Jun 28, 1993 · 30 min

Jimmy is in hospital, and is convinced that Barry is responsible. Peter tries to convince Anna that sleeping with men for money is immoral. Bev asks Ron for money.

S12·E78 Core

Episode 1273 - In Trouble

Jun 30, 1993 · 30 min

Mike is looking forward to a holiday abroad, until Bev has some news for him that he was not expecting. Max finally goes to the doctor, but what he is told doesn't make him feel an

S12·E79 Core

Episode 1274 - Somebody Else's Fault

Jul 2, 1993 · 30 min

Mike confides in Keith about his predicament, and Keith decides that someone else may have just as much right to know about it. David is pursued by an unwanted admirer.

S12·E80 Core

Episode 1275 - Is There A Future?

Jul 5, 1993 · 30 min

Barry feels cornered, and leaves himself vulnerable. Ron is pleased with Bev's news, but she is not so happy about it. David is convinced that Max is faking illness in order to avo

S12·E81 Core

Episode 1276 - Cruising For A Bruising

Jul 7, 1993 · 30 min

Mike considers selling his guitar so that he can pay for an abortion for Bev. Patricia collects Max from hospital, then throws him out of her car. Barry plans to repair his damaged

S12·E82 Core

Episode 1277 - Raring To Go

Jul 9, 1993 · 30 min

Marianne is optimistic that her interview went well. Ron discovers that Mike is distributing copies of photographs that he would prefer to be kept private. David discovers that Jea

S12·E83 Core

Episode 1278 - Scared

Jul 12, 1993 · 30 min

Ron asks Bev to move in with him. Patricia decides to divorce Max. Barry explains to Oscar how he has been set up by Joe.

S12·E84 Core

Episode 1279 - Believe Me!

Jul 14, 1993 · 30 min

Oscar takes Jimmy under his wing, Patricia is not interested in Max's excuses, Jacqui packs her bags, and Peter fails to make Anna reconsider her chosen profession.

S12·E85 Core

Episode 1280 - Change Your Mind

Jul 16, 1993 · 30 min

The case against Barry begins to fall apart. Patricia wonders if she is doing the right thing by divorcing Max.

S12·E86 Core

Episode 1281 - Raised Voices

Jul 19, 1993 · 30 min

Bev moves the last of her stuff into Ron's, but a visit from Lyn turns into a catfight. Anna is out on the streets, and soon gets an offer she really can't refuse.

S12·E87 Core

Episode 1282 - Reopening

Jul 21, 1993 · 30 min

Max doesn't like it when he sees Patricia on the arm of another man. Just as things appear to have calmed down for the Jordaches, an unexpected visitor appears.......

S12·E88 Core

Episode 1283 - Unsolved Mysteries

Jul 23, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy and Beth return from their holiday, and face some more awkward questions. Barry is suspicious of Oscar. Max is desperate to win Patricia back, and tries everything he can - b

S12·E89 Core

Episode 1284 - Boyfriends

Jul 26, 1993 · 30 min

Marianne starts her new job. Jimmy catches some young drug dealers in the club. When Terry receives a dinner invitation, he invites Sinbad to be his partner.

S12·E90 Core

Episode 1285 - Drugs

Jul 28, 1993 · 30 min

Max's jealousy gets the better of him. Sinbad plucks up the courage to ask Mandy to join him at a dance.

S12·E91 Core

Episode 1286 - I Want The House

Jul 30, 1993 · 30 min

Patricia moves back in, and throws Max out. Terry finds a dance partner. Jacqui moves back into the Dixons'. Jimmy is told to turn a blind eye.

S12·E92 Core

Episode 1287 - Cosy Nights In

Aug 2, 1993 · 30 min

The Farnhams' divorce becomes more acrimonious, but Terry is very taken with Anna. Brian asks Jimmy for more information about the drug dealers.

S12·E93 Core

Episode 1288 - Lust

Aug 4, 1993 · 30 min

Patricia has nothing but contempt for Max. The police revisit the Jordaches. Mike and Jacqui have a plan, but Sister Mary Joseph does not approve.

S12·E94 Core

Episode 1289 - Effects

Aug 6, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy and Beth are called to the police station to identify a body, which could be the perfect opportunity for them. Mick is jealous of Charles. Max finds that Patricia has changed

S12·E96 Core

Episode 1291 - Second Round

Aug 11, 1993 · 30 min

There is a very strained atmosphere between Max and Patricia. David and Julia trip the light fantastic. The house is too crowded for Ron and Bev.

S12·E97 Core

Episode 1292 - Tormented

Aug 13, 1993 · 30 min

It is the day of the funeral of "Trevor", but Mandy doubts whether she can go through with it. The pressure placed on her by Jacqui and Mike becomes too much for Bev to take. Mick

S12·E98 Core

Episode 1293 - Concern

Aug 16, 1993 · 30 min

Ron is desperately seeking Bev, while she is secretly seeing Lyn. Peter suspects that Anna is beginning to enjoy her new line of work. Sinbad and Mandy realise that there is only o

S12·E99 Core

Episode 1294 - Happy Birthday, Beth

Aug 18, 1993 · 30 min

Beth has to spend part of her 18th birthday digging up the garden to retrieve a ring from her dead father's finger. Anna has arranged a date with Terry, and doesn't want to be in t

S12·E100 Core

Episode 1295 - The Wrong Idea

Aug 20, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy is finally able to get rid of Brenna, but it leads to a misunderstanding with Sinbad. Terry is curious about what a marriage of convenience would involve.

S12·E101 Core

Episode 1296 - Game, Set And Match

Aug 23, 1993 · 30 min

Ron searches high and low for Bev to prevent her from having an abortion, and his desperation drives him to do a few stupid things.

S12·E102 Core

Episode 1297 - Objections

Aug 25, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy turns to Sinbad, and involves him even more deeply in her problems. Keith encourages Peter to tell Beth about his rape trial before she finds out from someone else.

S12·E103 Core

Episode 1298 - Interrupting

Aug 27, 1993 · 30 min

Anna is disappointed that Peter appears keen to have a relationship with Beth. While driving Bev home from the Legion, Frank has a heart attack.

S12·E104 Core

Episode 1299 - No Naughties

Aug 30, 1993 · 30 min

Jackie agrees to help out in the club, but is horrified to find out what is going on. Mick sees a new side of Garry. Anna leaves Peter and moves in with Terry. Beth is scared by me

S12·E105 Core

Episode 1300 - Don't Do That

Sep 1, 1993 · 30 min

Sinbad continues with his plan to help the Jordaches. Peter and Beth seal their relationship. Charles' desire overcomes him, which makes life difficult for Marianne.

S12·E106 Core

Episode 1301 - I Can't Take This

Sep 3, 1993 · 30 min

Cracks are appearing in the Farnham house. Mandy feels obliged to tell Beth what she has found out about Peter. Marianne's problems at work get worse. Katie tells Frank her plans,

S12·E107 Core

Episode 1302 - Souvenir

Sep 6, 1993 · 30 min

Brian invites Patricia to an opening do. Marianne has a fight on her hands. Frank gets a warm welcome home from everyone.......except Alison.

S12·E108 Core

Episode 1303 - Gatecrashing

Sep 8, 1993 · 30 min

Jackie is curious about why Brian has invited Jimmy to a party. Anna, aware of Barry's impending return, suggests to Terry that she should leave his flat, and he proposes to her.

S12·E109 Core

Episode 1304 - Disappearing Act

Sep 10, 1993 · 30 min

Patricia has first-date nerves. Marianne has even more problems with Charles at work. Alison comes home from school, and sneaks out to David's while Frank is asleep.

S12·E110 Core

Episode 1305 - Extravagance

Sep 13, 1993 · 30 min

Patricia has another date, in which she takes things a stage further. Frank buys Alison an expensive computer to try to encourage her to support his plans to marry Lyn.

S12·E111 Core

Episode 1306 - All My Fault

Sep 15, 1993 · 30 min

David takes Alison under his wing, which just makes things more difficult for Lyn and Frank. Charles is relieved to hear that Mick knows nothing about the reason for Marianne's res

S12·E112 Core

Episode 1307 - Cannon Fodder

Sep 17, 1993 · 30 min

Mick's remarks to Charles make Marianne feel that she has only one remaining option. Peter decides to go with Margaret to Oxford for a couple of weeks. Barry tries to find out why

S12·E113 Core

Episode 1308 - So Naive

Sep 20, 1993 · 30 min

Mick wants to know the truth about Marianne and Charles. Anna and Terry fell embarrassed when everyone congratulates them on their forthcoming marriage.

S12·E114 Core

Episode 1309 - Sulking

Sep 22, 1993 · 30 min

Marianne and Mick both lose their appeals. Max returns home, and finds it isn't just his marriage that's cracked. Terry encourages Anna to show off the engagement ring he has bough

S12·E115 Core

Episode 1310 - Remember Me?

Sep 24, 1993 · 30 min

Mick is made to realise how wrong he was. Max is determined to speak to Patricia, even if it means that he has to steal a bicycle. Peter decides to stay in Oxford. A compromise is

S12·E116 Mytharc

Episode 1311 - Not A Good Time

Sep 27, 1993 · 30 min

Mick finds out about Garry, and Geoff reveals what his problem is. Mike and Keith try to interest Barry in a new opportunity, and Max tries to persuade Patricia to think again.

S12·E117 Core

Episode 1312 - It Won't Work

Sep 29, 1993 · 30 min

When Barry spoils Terry and Anna's plans, she appeals to Peter to take her away with him. Steve advises Bev to leave Ron, and makes her a tempting offer. It looks like it is all ov

S12·E118 Core

Episode 1313 - Withdrawal Symptoms

Oct 1, 1993 · 30 min

Max is busy packing his things, when Patricia turns up. As their wedding day gets closer, life is far from uneventful for Lyn and Frank.

S12·E119 Core

Episode 1314 - Holding Back

Oct 4, 1993 · 30 min

Max is anxious to remarry as soon as possible, but Patricia is not sure. Steve tries to cause trouble between Bev and Ron.

S12·E120 Core

Episode 1315 - Whatever It Takes

Oct 6, 1993 · 30 min

Marianne considers Charles's offer and, with Mick's backing, gives him her decision. Lyn and Frank resolve to be with each other, come what may. Ron's credit card reaches its limit

S12·E121 Core

Episode 1316 - Hot Air

Oct 8, 1993 · 30 min

Max is definitely up to something, and Patricia is getting suspicious. Mandy has some good news, and Jimmy gets an ear-bashing from Julia.

S12·E122 Core

Episode 1317 - Complaints

Oct 11, 1993 · 30 min

Ron is worried because he hasn't heard from Bev. Lyn lays down the law to Alison. PC Coban turns up to follow up a complaint made by Charles against Mick.

S12·E123 Core

Episode 1318 - School Concert

Oct 13, 1993 · 30 min

Frank's guitar comes in handy. and Terry is called to a hospital urgently when Anna is beaten up by one of her clients.

S12·E124 Core

Episode 1319 - Decisions

Oct 15, 1993 · 30 min

David needs to decide whether he will go to Max and Patricia's wedding, and Anna also has a decision to make. Ron learns the truth about Bev, and walks out on her.

S12·E125 Core

Episode 1320 - Jibbed

Oct 18, 1993 · 30 min

It is the final of the dancing championship in Preston, and most of the residents of the Close turn up to support David and Julia.

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Episode 1321 - Builders

Oct 20, 1993 · 30 min

An innocent good luck kiss is wrongly interpreted. Barry returns from his holiday, discovers that Anna and Terry have broken up, and is determined to find out why.

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Episode 1322 - Assurances

Oct 22, 1993 · 30 min

Anna and Barry come to a business arrangement, but both of them have conditions. It looks as if Charles will walk away scot-free - but Marianne has other plans.

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Episode 1323 - Careless Talk

Oct 25, 1993 · 30 min

Charles is smug in the knowledge that Marianne will drop the sexual harrassment charges, but there is still time for the smile to be wiped from his face. Anna insists that if she i

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Episode 1324 - How's It Feel?

Oct 27, 1993 · 30 min

Mick and Marianne are celebrating, but Charles has the last word. Lyn is annoyed when Bev turns up at Frank's stag party.

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Episode 1325 - Avoiding

Oct 29, 1993 · 30 min

Barry and Anna receive their test results. Ron is depressed when DD sets out her terms, and Max and Patricia are unable to discover why Clive's cheque has bounced.

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Episode 1326 - You've Got To Tell Her

Nov 1, 1993 · 30 min

Jean and David find a crowd of waiting journalists when they arrive at Banbury. Jimmy is desperate to dump his stash of drugs, but Brian won't help him.

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Episode 1328 - You Caused This

Nov 5, 1993 · 30 min

The bad news is broken at the reception, and a distraught Lyn is at Frank's bedside when he dies. Jimmy decides he has got to get away.

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Episode 1329 - Speculation

Nov 8, 1993 · 30 min

A guilt-ridden Ron keeps vigil at Tony's bedside, praying that he will wake up. Lyn learns some horrifying details about the crash, but can't bear to tell Frank's children.

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Episode 1330 - Your Mum's Here

Nov 10, 1993 · 30 min

Keith manages to spend the night at the Farnhams'. A journalist arrives on the Crosbies' doorstep. Chrissy arrives to support her family.

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Episode 1331 - Comforting

Nov 12, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy can find no reason to prevent Rachel from going to see her father's grave. Mike begins to come to terms with what has happened to Tony.

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Episode 1332 - Sorrows

Nov 15, 1993 · 30 min

On the day of Frank's funeral, a secret is revealed.

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Episode 1333 - Claustrophobic

Nov 17, 1993 · 30 min

Anna hears the horrific truth about Barry. Sinbad convinces Mandy to have a night out. Adrian introduces Penny to someone she really didn't want to meet. David tries to obtain proo

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Episode 1334 - First Date

Nov 19, 1993 · 30 min

Penny comes face-to-face with Mike and Keith, and David declares war.

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Episode 1335 - Paint

Nov 22, 1993 · 30 min

Ron is determined that Tony will pull through. The talent night is a great success. Terry tells Anna that he loves her.

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Episode 1336 - Kicking

Nov 24, 1993 · 30 min

Animosity continues at the Rogers' home, and between DD and Bev at the hospital. Terry and Anna go shopping. Mike and Keith move a piano into the Farnhams'.

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Episode 1337 - Moral Force

Nov 26, 1993 · 30 min

Mandy's obsession with the dead man in Trevor's grave makes Sinbad concerned that she will ruin everything. There is no good news for Penny, and when Jimmy visits the hospital he s

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Episode 1338 - Demanding

Nov 29, 1993 · 30 min

Jimmy returns to the club, wanting his job back. A letter from Derek raises Keith's hopes, but there is no hope for Penny.

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Episode 1339 - No Chance At All

Dec 1, 1993 · 30 min

Ron is ecstatic by what he sees at the hospital, but his elation soon turns to devastation. Things go from bad to worse in the Rogers', forcing Katie more towards her strange frien

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Episode 1340 - Jumble

Dec 3, 1993 · 30 min

Ron is determined to help Tony recover, no matter what the cost is. Jimmy breaks down, and turns to drugs to take his mind off his problems.

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Episode 1341 - For A Good Cause

Dec 6, 1993 · 30 min

Sinbad hints to Beth that he thinks something might be going on between Keith and Margaret, but Beth isn't admitting who she fancies. Mike sells his photo of Penny to the press.

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Episode 1342 - Two Can Play

Dec 8, 1993 · 30 min

Sinbad is determined to play matchmaker for Margaret and Keith, but only ends up losing some of his clothes.

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Episode 1343 - Not My Type

Dec 10, 1993 · 30 min

Penny's photograph appears in the newspaper. Katie has to choose between Simon and Jacqui. Beth reveals her true feelings, and Barry almost catches Jimmy in the act of taking drugs

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Episode 1344 - Fighting

Dec 13, 1993 · 30 min

Anna and Terry decide that the wedding is on again. Beth breaks up Keith's romantic dinner. Jimmy is a hero, and everything comes to a head on the Rogers' staircase.......

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Episode 1345 - Fixing

Dec 15, 1993 · 30 min

The full implications of Lyn's fall become apparent, which doesn't improve the atmosphere at the Rogers'. How the photograph of Penny got into the wrong hands becomes clear.

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Episode 1346 - Horizons

Dec 17, 1993 · 30 min

Lyn is surprised by a visitor. David wastes no time making his feelings known at the Farnhams'. Ron receives more bad news at the hospital.

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Episode 1347 - Not Long Now

Dec 20, 1993 · 30 min

Katie has a decision to make. Terry and Anna set a date for their wedding, but Barry has other plans. Sinbad suddenly deduces who it is that Beth fancies.

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Episode 1348 - Redirecting

Dec 22, 1993 · 30 min

Mick sides with Carol when Marianne has some bad news. Terry asks Sinbad and Simon to be secret witnesses for his wedding. When Jackie flushes Jimmy's drugs down the toilet, he con

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Episode 1349 - Baptism

Dec 24, 1993 · 30 min

Beth declares her feelings for Margaret. A broken and inconsolable Jimmy goes on a bender. Bev has a Christmas Day she is not likely to forget.

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Episode 1350 - Strong Feelings

Dec 27, 1993 · 30 min

Barry and Anna's arrangement is well and truly off, so Barry exacts a devastating revenge. Beth goes to Oldham in search of Margaret.

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Episode 1351 - Unofficial Option

Dec 29, 1993 · 30 min

Anna's worst fears come true. Marianne needs space, but has trouble getting it. Simon and Katie starve themselves to keep the devil out. Jackie advises Jimmy to get help.

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Episode 1352 - Deported

Dec 31, 1993 · 30 min

A new year beckons for the residents of the Close, but some of them don't have much to celebrate. Bev leaves hospital and prepares to go it alone, while Anna prepares to become Ter

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