01/01/2009

Will wakes up at Nic's house. Her kids are desperate to see him before going to their dad's. Will and Nic agree to go to Ambridge to see George.

At the Lodge, Peggy tells Lilian they've had a bad night. Jack couldn't cope with the bells and fireworks. Peggy asks about the Lower Loxley ball. Lilian says they didn't go. Matt didn't want to see Chalkman. Peggy asks if the business is in trouble. Lilian thinks things are worse than Matt's letting on.

Shula pops in to wish Peggy and Jack a happy wedding anniversary. Shula apologises for the noise of the bells. She tells Peggy she doesn't feel she belongs at St Stephen's. She asks Peggy about Alan marrying Usha. Peggy says as long they respect each other's beliefs, that's what matters. Lilian tells Peggy Jack's told her how happy he is he married Peggy.

Neil's surprised when Will and Nic arrive at Ambridge View. George is pleased to see Nic, and asks about Jake. Neil asks if Emma knows about Will and Nic.

Later, Nic says she'd like to visit Will in Gloucester, to see where he lives. Nic, Will and George then go to the Bull for lunch, hand in hand.

Episode written by Caroline Harrington.