Series 12

E1. 1231

Jan 1, 1996 · 30m

Pat struggles to patch things up with Roy, Phil sees a ghost from the past and endures a sleepless night. Meanwhile, Robbie tries his hand at a spot of fishing.

E2. 1232

Jan 2, 1996 · 30m

Everyone is worried about the Butchers, but even Ricky is left in the dark. Alan gets a visit from April and Carol's secret is exposed.

E3. 1233

Jan 4, 1996 · 30m

Alan surprises Carol with a suggestion about their future, while David mulls over his own past with Carol. Gita is shocked when Guppy turns up at her flat with Meena.

E4. 1234

Jan 8, 1996 · 30m

It's Carol and Alan's anniversary, Pat and Roy return home, Ted plans an opening party for the new shop, Robbie steals the meat, Ian asks David to walk Cindy home, they go via the Portacabin.

E5. 1235

Jan 9, 1996 · 30m

Ted spoils Sarah's plans for a night out at the Vic. Sanjay is glad to be back but some surprise guests soon wipe the smile off his face.

E6. 1236

Jan 11, 1996 · 30m

Kathy has a culture clash at her first ante-natal class. Guppy has some explaining to do to Sanjay. David sails close to the wind at Ian and Cindy's dinner party. Sarah gives Tiffany an unwanted present and Robbie's plans come unstuck.

E7. 1237

Jan 15, 1996 · 30m

Phil is on edge about Frank, Pat drinks to the future, and Gita plans a little surprise for Sanjay.

E8. 1238

Jan 16, 1996 · 30m

Robbie makes a fresh start, Pat puts on a brave face, Ricky's on cloud nine - but it's gloves off for Sam and Bianca.

E9. 1239

Jan 18, 1996 · 30m

Frank's presence causes discomfort in the Square. Peggy's doing a war dance, while Phil's put on the spot. Gita decides to take revenge.

E10. 1240

Jan 22, 1996 · 30m

With Frank in the Vic, Pat's troubles move closer to home. Lydia has problems at work, and Robbie has a money making idea.

E11. 1241

Jan 23, 1996 · 30m

Pat hides herself away and Roy can't seem to do anything right. Ricky gets a shock in the post and Robbie runs into trouble.

E12. 1242

Jan 25, 1996 · 30m

Pauline takes on the council in a bid to help Arthur's case, and Roy takes up a fight of his own when he arranges to meet Frank. Sam gives Ricky an ultimatum, and Robbie and Tony get mutual inspiration with money in mind.

E13. 1243

Jan 29, 1996 · 30m

Pauline is uplifted by Willy's `plan of action' but Mark is unconvinced. Roy hatches a plan as Frank and David come to blows, while Lydia irritates Sanjay by being late again.

E14. 1244

Jan 30, 1996 · 30m

Vince and Ollie create problems for Steve. David agrees to pay for Bianca's wedding, but the cost is high for Ricky. Meanwhile, David and Cindy's romantic evening is cut short by an unwelcome visitor

E15. 1245

Feb 1, 1996 · 30m

Phil promises to help Steve, Kathy feels the strain, and Pauline is astounded by the lack of support for her cause. Ricky is forced to make a dramatic decision when David oversteps the mark.

E16. 1246

Feb 5, 1996 · 30m

Frank's latest move creates more havoc for Pat and Roy. Robbie takes Carol shopping, and David has a bone to pick with Ricky.

E17. 1247

Feb 6, 1996 · 30m

Robbie and Sarah's evening with the Jacksons doesn't go as Robbie planned. Lydia has a confession for Steve, and Ricky can't put a foot right with anyone except Sam.

E18. 1248

Feb 8, 1996 · 30m

Pat lays down the law with Frank. Tiffany grows suspicious of Sam's plans for an evening out, and has a verbal tiff with Bianca. David has a bombshell for Carol. Ethel and Nellie decide to forego the bingo for a night gathered round the chess board. Steve is looking out for Lydia.

E19. 1249

Feb 12, 1996 · 30m

Steve is worried about Lydia's safety. David and Carol wonder what Ricky is playing at. Felix and Jules fight it out over a game of chess.

E20. 1250

Feb 13, 1996 · 30m

Ricky feels the full force of Bianca's temper. Frank renews his attack on Pat and Roy. Sam can't understand why she's in everyone's bad books.

E21. 1251

Feb 15, 1996 · 30m

Frank can't understand why business is so bad, but David seems unconcerned. Rumours are circulating about the new market inspector. Robbie has a bad experience at the hairdressers. Carol warns Sam off, while Phil reassures Mark.

E22. 1252

Feb 19, 1996 · 30m

Carol and Alan get a new lodger, Roy consoles Pat, and Frank finds he is being pushed to the limit. Michael Rose makes his presence felt on the market.

E23. 1253

Feb 20, 1996 · 30m

Carol and Alan worry about Robbie after a mysterious phone call. Ricky gives Pat a piece of his mind, and Kathy gets more than she bargained for when she talks to Frank.

E24. 1254

Feb 22, 1996 · 30m

Robbie and Tony have something to celebrate, while Tiffany cannot share Bianca's enthusiasm for work. Phil's worst fears are confirmed when he visits Frank.

E25. 1255

Feb 26, 1996 · 30m

Phil turns to Pat in desperation. Pauline feels guilty over a telephone call. Blossom takes Tiffany to task.

E26. 1256

Feb 27, 1996 · 30m

Frank's cracking up and Phil is driven close to the edge. There's bad news for Alan while Pat's visitor proves too much for her.

E27. 1257

Feb 29, 1996 · 30m

Roy is faced with an uninvited guest at his party while Pat falls apart. Nigel gets a surprising offer.

E28. 1258

Mar 4, 1996 · 30m

Roy wants Frank off the Square, but his plan doesn't go quite as he'd expected and sends Phil into a panic. Nigel has a date.

E29. 1259

Mar 5, 1996 · 30m

Peggy's return to the Vic creates an upheaval for Frank and Ricky. Mark's efforts to celebrate Pauline's birthday are overshadowed by Willy.

E30. 1260

Mar 7, 1996 · 30m

Someone is determined to give Frank a scare, but puts Phil's life in danger. Meanwhile, Frank has made an unexpected decision of his own.