Benidorm

A new batch of holiday-makers arrive at the Solana resort, including Lancashire's reigning pub quiz champion, the Oracle, and his doting mum - who he refers to as his PA. Meanwhile, the Garvey family have to contend with their foul-mouthed, chain-smoking grandma and children who do not appreciate the hot weather.

Martin and Kate set off for a trip into the town centre, but the outing ends in disaster when they become lost. Meanwhile, everyone seems to be worried about Chantelle's pregnancy - except Madge, who's convinced it's a deliberate attempt to ruin her holiday. Gavin and Troy are left open-mouthed at the evening's entertainment at Neptune's.

Janice begins to come to terms with Chantelle's pregnancy, while all-day sunbather Madge struggles to understand the risk she is taking. Donald and Jacqueline try to hide their worries when Kelly announces her engagement to Mateo - and it seems their fears may be rooted in reality.

Madge gives the wrong impression to Donald and Jacqueline, resulting in an awkward bedroom encounter. Troy gets drunk and flirts with Mateo, and the Oracle tries to demonstrate his pool-playing prowess to Chantelle. Meanwhile, in Neptune's, Janice has her suspicions about Susie.

Mick forces his family to enter a pub quiz with a big cash prize, and is shocked to win the money. A furious Oracle demands a recount - and turns nasty when his request is refused. Madge fails to keep quiet after Kate tells her about Martin's infertility, and Donald tries to reassure Gavin about Troy.

The Garveys have a trip to the beach, where a cash-strapped Mick falls victim to a con, and later receives even worse news from a mystery photographer. Martin tells Kate he thinks her fling with Mateo has livened up their relationship, and the Oracle decides it is time he stopped going on holiday with his mum.

Kate and Martin have decamped to a nearby picturesque village - but find more than a chocolate on the pillow in their room. The Garveys return to the Solana in the company of Madge's new boyfriend Mel, who is the owner of five sunbed shops and is Didsbury's answer to Julio Iglesias. Their holiday does not get off to the best of starts when Mel's diving competition with the Oracle leads to a near fatal accident.

Martin and Kate fail to get away from the resort and find themselves babysitting Telle's youngster Coolio. Mel decides not to tackle Wuthering Heights at the karaoke night following his near-death experience, and springs a surprise on Madge.

Holiday fever takes its toll as Madge seems determined - despite Janice's pleas - to marry a man she has only known for five minutes, while an arm-wrestling match dreamed up by the Oracle and his mum provides a chance to settle old scores.

The gang sets off on what is believed to be a free trip to see a bullfight - an experience that upsets the animal-lovers but brings out the savage in Madge. Meanwhile, Telle strikes up an unlikely friendship with the Oracle.

Kelly's mother Sylvia arrives to sort out Mateo, but ends up being accused of messing with Madge's man. The mobility chairs square up as an unseemly slanging match leads to a High Noon-style confrontation by the pool.

Donald and Jacqueline help Kelly take revenge on Mateo in their own unique way, while Janice gets back at Mick for forgetting their anniversary by enjoying the flattering attentions of handsome young admirer Jack.

Janice's admirer Jack outstays his welcome, while Gavin's mother Dorothy puts in a brief appearance. Drink interferes with the course of true love when the Oracle has his big date with Telle and the gang gathers for Mel and Madge's beach wedding.

Mick interrupts Mel's romantic stroll with Madge and attempts to dissuade him from getting married, while Kate has some unexpected news for Martin. Mel and the Oracle go head to head once again - with disastrous consequences - and Mick has another run-in with the law.

The gang returns for a goodwill stay at the Solana after being held hostage by drug dealers on their last holiday. Mel recruits Mick to run his new mobility shop, the Oracle's search for love goes on and Martin appears to have ditched wife Kate for a younger model.

Mick upsets Janice during a trip to the Callosa waterfalls, putting a strain on their relationship, while Brandy plays a practical joke on Martin that exposes his gullible side. Noreen comes to the conclusion her son, the Oracle, must be gay. 

The Oracle is given the runaround from a blind date with a big secret, and Brandy seduces Mateo while Martin is not paying attention. Mel sets his heart on buying local tourist spot Peacock Island - but first he must find the mysterious Spanish owner.

Madge suspects her estranged daughter has turned up at the Solana with her eyes on Mel's money. Meanwhile, a cockney conman (guest star Robin Askwith from the Confessions films) starts working his charm on the guests.

Gavin begins to suspect Troy is cheating on him and the Oracle's tall tales get him into trouble with the police. A visit from Martin's mother Diana (guest star Una Stubbs) fails to raise his spirits, and Mel treads the boards with Madge at the Benidorm Palace.

Donald's practical joker pal Wink causes a stir when he checks in, Martin begs Kate to take him back and the Oracle tells his mum Noreen he is leaving home. Madge and Mel decide to stay and pursue a new business in the resort, but need to get permission from the deputy mayor.

The Garveys arrive to stay at Madge's luxury villa, only to discover she has sold it to a TV personality and promptly disappeared. While Troy nurses his ailing father back at home, Gavin turns up at the Solana resort with a new companion - his salon underling Kenneth - who seems determined to take advantage of the free food, and Mateo struggles to get used to his surprising new colleague at the pool bar.

Donald and Jacqueline start a collection to help Madge through her financial troubles, but she proves less than grateful. The Garveys visit a water park, only to discover Noreen has brought along her irritable daughter Pauline. Mateo plans to get rid of his annoyingly efficient new workmate, and there's trouble when Sam and Natalie hit a nightclub with Liam in tow.

Mateo's first aqua-aerobics class at the Solana is marred by a medical emergency, and he is forced to ask for help. The Garveys decide on a risky strategy after a gangster gives them a shock about their finances, and Pauline presents Noreen with another problem. Liam and Natalie's closeness frustrates Sam, while Gavin grows suspicious of Kenneth's sudden wealth.

A freak storm delays Pauline's return flight and tempts her to have a drink. Les struggles to keep the punters entertained, and Janice is shocked to run into an old flame. Natalie has to juggle the attentions of both Liam and Mateo, who are equally determined to win her affections, and Michael looks set to experience his first holiday romance. Meanwhile, Donald reveals his health situation may be a little more serious than he originally thought.

As the holiday-makers look forward to a 1980s night at the Solana, Madge considers buying a bar in Benidorm and Kenneth takes Gavin on a trip to help him relax. Pauline has fallen off the wagon and Liam is determined to win Natalie's heart, even though she is interested in Mateo.

The Garveys prepare to celebrate the opening of Madge's new bar, until Lucky Kev starts dishing out free tickets for the Terra Mitica theme park. Donald goes missing and his clothes are found on the nudist beach, with a note for Jacqueline. Pauline starts drinking again as tension mounts over the outcome of her divorce, and Troy turns up, bringing life-changing news.

A new manager arrives at the Solana determined to transform it into a four-star hotel, but the start of the holiday season proves chaotic for the staff as well as the guests. Mate and Les/Lesley are barely keeping things under control, while a coachload of angry tourists, including Gavin and Noreen, have all had their luggage misplaced by a travel company.

The guests take part in a dance contest organised by the Solana's new manager Joyce, but test the patience of her old flame Cyril, who is supervising rehearsals. Kenneth hires a salon assistant, but she is not up to the job when her first client arrives, and Janice is shocked to see Jack for the first time in several years at the pool bar - but is mystified when he pretends not to know her.

Mick is horrified when his dim-witted brother Pete arrives for his stag night with their dad Stan in tow, while Gavin thinks Troy has broken up with him and agrees to a date with Emilio. Trudy hatches a plan to kiss Mateo by pretending to drown in the pool while he is on duty as a lifeguard, but her hopes of some extended mouth-to-mouth resuscitation are ruined by the arrival of Les dressed as Pamela Anderson.

Trudy tries to be ladylike for 24 hours to win a bet with Sam, while Joyce invites Costa Class magazine's hotel critic to visit and instructs Mateo to cook an authentic paella for him. The Garveys are alarmed by rumours of a gang kidnapping people and stealing their organs, so are convinced Madge has been abducted when Michael sees a stranger bundling her into a car.

The British Olympic synchronised swimming squad is in town to practise, and Liam is more than happy to escort them on a sightseeing tour up the coast. But it seems the attractive young ladies are intent on joining a booze cruise, the very same one that several other Solana regulars are heading for in search of some hot party action. Meanwhile, Madge has found herself a new man, and is already talking marriage.

Madge prepares for her wedding to Mohammed, but as Mick and Michael discover, the groom is not being entirely truthful with his bride-to-be. Joyce hires a spy, convinced someone is feeding negative information about the hotel to the local press, and Trudy tricks Sam into thinking she had a drunken romp with Liam - who she would not dream of touching with a bargepole.

Joyce is convinced that new guest Mrs Simmonds is the hotel inspector, and is determined nothing will go wrong. But when she argues with Kenneth over non-payment of rent, the pair end up fighting and fall into the pool - a farce witnessed by the mystery guest. Meanwhile, a pair of shady-looking characters come looking for Donald, and Michael tries to reunite the Garveys after a bitter argument.

Return of the hit comedy set in a Spanish seaside resort. The Garveys only get as far as Alicante Airport before their holiday starts to go wrong, while swingers Donald and Jacqueline stage a protest when manager Joyce refuses to give them a room, despite having previously promised them a free break. Elsewhere, Kenneth is terrified by strange messages he's been receiving at the hair salon, until Liam and Lesley intervene, and a new family arrives at the Solana.

When hunky Jason Gallagher (former Brookside star Philip OIivier) turns up at the Solana looking for work, Mateo gives him short shrift, telling him there are no jobs available. However, when the barman skives off, the newcomer seizes the opportunity to stand in for him without permission, and quickly attracts a crowd with his cocktail-making skills. Manager Joyce is impressed and offers him a week's trial, but Mateo is soon battling to reclaim the limelight. Meanwhile, Tiger leads Michael astray by persuading him to help steal the hotel's all-inclusive wristbands and sell them in town.

Liam bumps into the beautiful Bianca and decides that he's fallen in love, and Donald and Jacqueline receive sad news about their friend Big Donna. Martin Weedon arrives at the resort for what proves to be a rowdy stag do, and Madge is determined to stir things up with the Dyke family, so Janice, Mick, Tonya and Clive all do their best to ignore her.

Following the stag weekend, best man Martin wakes up in bed next to Bianca, but there's a shock in store when she reveals her true age and he steels himself to face the music with Clive and Tonya. Meanwhile, Kenneth has a crisis at the salon, and when Joyce sets up a volleyball court by the pool, umpire Mateo bends the rules of the game so he can win a bet against Tiger and Michael.

Joyce leaves Les in charge when she takes time off, but he soon ruffles feathers and the staff stage a mass walkout after Mateo gets the sack. Meanwhile, the Solana manageress goes on a secret date with fellow hotel boss Beverley. However, when she bumps into her old flame Cyril (returning guest star Matthew Kelly), she seizes the opportunity to escape with him to the beach - where a shock awaits.

Madge comes to terms with bad news from her doctor and makes the most of her last few days in the sun, while Mick braces himself to tell the family about her diagnosis. Kenneth decides to go on a health kick, hiring Liam as his personal trainer, and the Solana guests take part in an eating competition, organised by Cyril in his new role as assistant manager. He's keen to ensure they use the cheapest food available, and the resulting hog roast leads to the contestants taking on more than they bargained for.

The CEO of the Solana Hotel Group (guest star Joan Collins) tells Joyce to downgrade the resort to its original three-star status, and she agrees, but not before she's made sure Cyril's reputation remains untarnished. Meanwhile, Donald and Jacqueline's old friend Queenie (Rustie Lee) is in town for a party with the local swingers' association and arranges for Donald to meet his all-time hero Pepe Le Cruz and his wife Agnes (The Krankies). Pedalo-hire girl Elena comes looking for Michael, and Kenneth has an unexpected visitor at the salon.

Return of the hit comedy set in a Spanish seaside resort. There's a bad atmosphere at the Solana as Joyce is told to make staff cuts, while Tiger is also angry - his cards and cash have been stolen, forcing him to rely on his dad, who's having a few marriage problems. The Garveys, embarking on their final holiday after seven series, are worried Madge is being stalked, and Jacqueline is at the hotel with a male companion, having arranged a wife swap with Donald to mark their 25th wedding anniversary.

The Garveys meet Buck A Roo, who reveals that a multimillion-pound inheritance is Madge's for the taking, but they're not convinced. Kenneth asks a clairvoyant customer, Psychic Sue, to hold a seance to contact his mother, but the message he receives appears to be for someone else. A sympathetic Jacqueline starts to get bored with Glynn's stories, while Clive makes the most of the single life.

The Oracle and his mother stage a return, having heard about the big quiz Lesley is hosting. Clive's sister Terri also arrives at the Solana resort, while Blow & Go branches out into botox - and Mateo and Joyce both want a slice of the action.

Les's ex Gloria (former Coronation Street star Denise Black) arrives at the Solana to lure her son Liam back to the UK. Kenneth promises to find an antidote for the mystery injections he gave Joyce, and heads off to seek advice from his old friend Mr Wu. Glynn comes up with the perfect day out for Jacqueline, while the Oracle hopes to impress everyone by walking barefoot across hot coals.

CEO Crystal (Joan Collins) is back, and she's about to turn Joyce's world upside down. Taken out to lunch, the Solana manager learns the staff budget is being cut by half, and that she's being replaced by someone cheaper - her predecessor Janey (Crissy Rock). The Oracle's Romanian fiancee Ionela arrives in Benidorm, believing he's a successful businessman, while Glynn asks Jacqueline to take some singing lessons so she can perform with him and his bandmates at Neptune's. Kenneth and Liam launch a Blow & Go makeover competition, which attracts some very unlikely entrants.

Following CEO Crystal's whirlwind visit, a dejected, jobless Joyce tries to relax by the pool, but her morning is ruined when the new manager reinstates Jason Gallagher (former Brookside star Philip Olivier) at the bar. And when Janey and Jason find a letter offering Joyce a new job, they formulate a despicable plan. Elsewhere, the Oracle opens up to Noreen while trapped in a lift with his mum for the day, but who will take advantage of his predicament to make a move on Ionela? Clive falls victim to a dishonest holiday-home saleswoman and her accomplice.

Mateo reveals his home life is a disaster - his mother-in-law Dolores is threatening to kill him - so Lesley urges the barman to move out and start a new life. But will it be that easy? Clive, Tiger and Terri come up with a plan to retrieve Clive's 5,000 euros from dodgy property developer Monty, while Psychic Sue drops by Blow & Go with a message for Liam. Jacqueline and Glynn look forward to a reunion with their real partners, but when Riannon arrives, there's no sign of Donald.

The Dawson family head to the Solana Resort for the first time. Eddie is already causing trouble when he nearly drowns his grand-daughter. Billy and Sheron aren't happy at all. Tiger brings his best friend Joey on holiday. Joyce is on the look-out for a new member of staff, she has to choose between efficient Amber and flirty Marcus. Troy returns to the Solana, as he, Jacqueline and Kenneth scatter Donald's ashes.

Joyce has to find someone to train the staff at short notice, when her first-aid instructor lets her down. Mateo believes his new qualifications he gained in Madrid means he is more then competent to lead the class, but Amber smells a rat. Kenneth may be about to run into some money as he finds out his Uncle Herbert has died. His good news is met with sad news as it looks like Blow and Go may be shut down, but Troy and Jacqueline have an idea. Eddie is in the doghouse. Tiger and Joey take bets on who can get Amber's number first.

Pauline has to battle her demons as the Maltbys return. Tiger and Joey land themselves in trouble with a biker gang. Blow and Go undergoes some huge changes. Joyce fights it out with a surprise bidder at a house auction.

Pauline falls off the wagon, much to the dismay of Noreen and Geoff. Geoff tries sorting her out, but Jodie is her new best friend. The wristbands used by the hotel are been replaced by a improved card ID system, but it proves difficult to enforce especially for Mateo and the rest of the staff. Joey and Tiger make friends with Rob, who teaches them how to play chess., Joyce goes for a meeting with an estate agent called Monty, sparks fly and the pair go on a date that doesn't end well.

When Tiger and Joey attempt to climb a mountain, they have a run in with a fellow hiker. The Matlbys decide to cut their holiday short following Pauline's relapse and leave on the evening flight. Eddie and Rob bag themselves dates. A stranger turns up at reception asking for Mateo, is his time in Madrid catching up with him?

A fancy dress bonanza is staged and it gets the whole town wanting to dress to impress. Rob, Joey and Tiger all dress as nuns. Les is really missing Liam, so Amber and the rest of the team hatch up a plan. Troy thinks Gavin is stalking him, but when Kenneth discovers that Gavin is in Venice, the threat becomes ever more sinister. The Dawsons holiday is coming to an end, but Billy still hasn't told Sheron that his Dad is moving in with them.

Sammy Valentino, the compare of the Pride of Benidorm awards causes some trouble. Jodi's acting career gets a massive boost. Blow & Go are joined by a new stylist. Crystal has a special performance.

The Dawsons' holiday starts with a bang when Eddie has an accident and Sheron's fashion taste is put into question. An old inheritance puts a smile Kenneth's face. Tiger and Joey are in a party mood as Sam, the new holiday rep, takes them under her wing. Guest Nigel Havers.

Joyce is set to make a speech in Spanish and solicits Mateo's help. Joey thinks he's signed up to an Ibiza trip whilst Kenneth inadvertently starts a mini-cab business. Sheron's mother, Loretta turns up, and she's already made an impression.

When The Solana meat supplier lets Joyce down she turns to Lesley, who enlists Mateo. Mr Wu can't help so what should they do? Joey and Tiger get some part-time work, and Jodie auditions for an advert. How is Troy keeping tabs on Kenneth & Liam?

Rob tries to make use of Loretta's swanky Beltoro hotel room but the rest of the family have their own elaborate plans for some of her 5 star luxury. Kenneth has bridges to build and is Sam up to something? Guest George Shelley.

Sir Henry steps in during Joyce's absence and Les's mate Neville covers for him. The Maltbys are back but there is something not quite right about the reformed Pauline? Sam gets Liam, Tiger & Joey into the dinosaur park but with violent results!

Is Pauline pregnant, who's the daddy? Cue the Oracle's golden opportunity to hone his sleuthing skills. Billy gets some life changing advice and the staff feel the heat at the Solana Psychic convention. The boys bank on a profitable trip to the casino. Guests Amanda Barrie and Uri Geller.

A religious festival means no fun or alcohol is to be had anywhere in Benidorm but all determine to ignore the ban, Mr Wu's special brew to the rescue! Kenneth and Liam have to find models for Troy's photo shoot. Pauline's mysterious Malcolm arrives.

Concerns for Liam's wellbeing leads to confusion and rubbish exam results makes Rob question his future. Suspicion surrounds Malcolm's identity and Kenneth is intent on an expose. Eddie's bad news from home falls on deaf ears. Guest John Challis.

Baby Jesus contaminates the pool and all guests have to be evacuated. The chips are down as Crystal pressures Joyce to sort things out. Will a trip to the circus and a world famous band in Neptunes do the trick and what are Monty's intentions? Guests Jason Manford, John Challis, Dame Joan Collins and Madness.

Anticipation is in the air at the Solana as it's Joyce and Monty's big day and Monty is steaming ahead with last-minute plans; will Joyce like his surprise venue, and just how good is the catering going to be? Meanwhile, Sam has been left in charge at the Solana and can't resist the chance to make some extra cash by organising a raffle in Neptune's. It's also Billy and Sheron's 25th wedding anniversary holiday, but although they are determined to enjoy themselves, speculation could cause a feud.

The wedding party return after a messy night out sleeping under the stars, but there is no sign of Kenneth. Jacqueline's concern turns to joy when he arrives back unharmed following a romantic interlude after having been rescued at sea, but her joy soon turns sour when her suspicions that the new dental practice in the Blow and Go is going to come back to haunt her are confirmed. Meanwhile, things come to a head as Kenneth and Stanley settle old scores, forcing Joyce to step in.

Joyce appoints Monty as the new Entertainments Manager at the Solana and he plans a magical evening at Neptunes. The Dawsons continue to speculate about Cyd's motives but Rob pops the question anyway. Both Kenneth & Callum have romantic entanglements! Liam is back.

Joyce is furious with Monty but a chance meeting with Sammy Valentino means he might get his job back. Liam & Kenneth aren't happy with Jacqueline's latest business venture. Callum is in search of a professional and Eddie adds to the family discourse.

As Noreen and Pauline return to the Solana, Pauline's writer's block disappears on finding her muse. Monty is worried about Sammy, but how can he lose ‘the fear'? Kenneth's ongoing romantic troubles means he needs a wife, will Sam oblige? Cyd's Dad flies in.

Noreen senses that her more glamorous identical twin Doreen is about, while Sammy is still giddy from his comeback performance and decides to make his Neptune's debut. Elsewhere, Rob races against time to get his beautiful Cyd back, prompted by Mateo's terrible wisdom.

After Sammy performs some disastrous acts in Neptune's, a furious Joyce wants him out. What will she think when Monty gives Sammy a contract? Meanwhile, Doreen decides to send Pauline's novel off to the publishers and Dennis and Nigel find themselves growing reluctant to arresting Lesley. Billy and Sheron relive their youth together and Mateo may be facing an unwelcome trip.

Eddie and Loretta seem to be getting on surprisingly well as they make secret plans for an anniversary party for Billy and Sheron back in the UK, but it looks as if the anniversary couple are making plans of their own. Meanwhile, the chips are down for Monty now that Joyce has sacked him, and he needs a job - fast. Things are not good for Kenneth either, as he wakes up in the Blow and Go after a big night out to find that the builders have inadvertently bricked him in the place!

It's all go as another Summer holiday draws to a close - the Dawsons get mixed up in a strike at the airport as they try to return home and encounter a snotty holiday rep. Sam can't decide if to stay with Joey or return to her ex boyfriend. Grandad Dawson has a shock for the family, Ron Pickford is alive! Joyce gets a shock when she hears the Solana Resort is up for sale and has a potential new buyer, will they all be out of jobs? Holly Johnson entertains the holidaymakers at Neptunes.