• Air date: 01 Jan '04 209 episodes
      The everyday lives of working-class residents of Albert Square, a traditional Victorian square of terrace houses surrounding a park in the East End of London's Walford borough.
  • List of Episodes (209)
    • 101. June 25, 2004

      25 Jun '04
      The Square is a mess in the aftermath of the accident at the fair, and people begin to wonder how it happened; the finger of blame soon points to one person. Following the recent events, Sonia reconsiders her job prospects. Andy's plan to stir up trouble between Kat and Alfie backfires and he's left looking like a fool. After Alfie and Kat have a serious heart to heart, the future of the couple's marriage is decided. Just when Garry and Lynne are relieved to get good news about the baby,
    • 102. June 28, 2004

      28 Jun '04
      As Lynne and Garry try to come to terms with their tragic loss, the Slaters become increasingly worried about Lynne's wellbeing. Garry's attempts to help her recover backfire, fuelling the Slaters' concerns. Sharon is shocked by Dennis's confession and, struggling to keep her composure, she has an important decision to make. Ian is in hospital with a broken leg and collar bone, but is delighted when he receives a visit from a new lady friend, much to Pauline's disapproval. Meanwhile, Billy's
    • 103. June 29, 2004

      29 Jun '04
      Sonia is concerned when Jack, a regular, doesn't show up at the pub. With Martin's help, she tracks him down but makes a shocking discovery at his flat. Meanwhile, Gus, sickened by Juley's actions, turns to Patrick for help, and Zoe has second thoughts about dumping Dennis and sets about winning him back. She's successful and the pair make up for lost time - though Zoe soon realises that her feelings are stronger than his. Charlie and Garry desperately try to help Lynne come to terms with her
    • 104. July 1, 2004

      01 Jul '04
      Patrick is furious and has serious words with Juley, giving him with an ultimatium; Garry becomes increasingly worried about Lynne; and Ian is embarrased about having Pauline as his live-in help. Sonia is upset over Jack's death and the residents gather in the Vic to raise a toast to him. And Sharon is forced into an awkward situation when Zoe backs her into a corner to ask for advice about Dennis.
    • 105. July 2, 2004

      02 Jul '04
      The Square's residents rally round Lynne in the wake of Viv's funeral, but she is finding it hard to control her grief. Garry catches her preparing to leave and tries desperately to persuade her to stay. Ian is nervous when Pauline takes him home but just as things begin to get uncomfortable, Kate arrives in the nick of time to save the day. Sonia is sad to discover that Jack had no family or friends and sets about organising a proper send-off with the residents of Albert Square. Elsewhere,
    • 106. July 5, 2004

      05 Jul '04
      Billy stumbles across a surprising discovery about the snooker hall. Minty also learns something of his own: Lynne may not be coming back to the Square at all, news that might make Garry more depressed than he is already. Kate, meanwhile, is having second thoughts about her secret affair with Den; and Alfie plans a break with Kat, leaving Maxwell to take care of Spencer and Nana. Jane makes a good impression at the Cafe, despite her lack of cooking experience. In contrast, Dot isn't touching
    • 107. July 6, 2004

      06 Jul '04
      Billy and Minty begin to suspect that something has happened between Andy and Alfie. Alfie naively alerts Andy to these suspicions, with dangerous consequences. Chrissie and Sharon become closer when they have a heart-to-heart, in which Sharon opens up about Dennis. Martin and Sonia receive an unexpected surprise from the residents of Albert Square, and Dot attempts to speak to Dr Leroy about her health worries. Despite Yolande's deep religious beliefs, she and Patrick decide on a register
    • 108. July 8, 2004

      08 Jul '04
      When Minty tells Billy about an accident he's had at the garage, Billy realises that there is a more sinister explanation. Defiant that he can rival Andy, Billy boasts that he is going to take him on by telling Sam some home truths. However, he doesn't anticipate the surprise Andy has up his sleeve. Meanwhile, Patrick and Yolande are left disappointed following a visit from their social worker; and Den is feeling anxious when he hears that Chrissie has invited Ian and Kate over for a friendly
    • 109. July 9, 2004

      09 Jul '04
      Andy has a strategy which he knows will reel Sam in and so he pours his heart out to her. Having confessed his sins, and win Sam convinced that everyone is wrong about Andy, he realises that the time is right and presents her with a proposal. Meanwhile, Den is faced with the dinner party from hell and is forced to engineer a row with Chrissie in order to convince Kate that his marriage is failing.
    • 110. July 12, 2004

      12 Jul '04
      After a relaxing break abroad, Pat returns to the Square and received a shock when she discovers that Jane has taken over in the Cafe. Initially perturbed, she quickly bonds with the feisty newcomer, and together they prove more than a match for Ian. Den continues to court the affections of both Chrissie and Kate and sneaks out to present Kate with a romantic gift. With Chrissie on the prowl, he's forced to hide the gift but the situation becomes even more complicated; Chrissie finds a hidden
    • 111. July 13, 2004

      13 Jul '04
      Mickey and Mo are gleeful when they manage to persuade Charlie to hold a race night at the Vic. Both are convinced that they can earn a fortune from this latest scam. However, Pat is suspicious when they keep picking the winning horses and, as the night progresses she steps in to reveal their deception. Den is initially thrilled when he hears that the flat in Spain has finally sold but his jubilation is short-lived. Chrissie surprises him by deciding that they should combine their cash now that
    • 112. July 15, 2004

      15 Jul '04
      Kate is secretly seething when Chrissie happily boasts about the Watts' new-found wealth and happiness. She realises that Den has been lying to her about the sale of the flat and determines to confront him and demand the truth. After a dangerous and potentially fatal accident in the Cafe, a furious Jane walks out on Ian, leaving him to fend with unhappy customers alone. Having calmed down, she eventually returns and can't believe her eyes. Andy sets Pat a test on her first day at the bookies
    • 113. July 16, 2004

      16 Jul '04
      Den agrees to meet Kate at Angie's Den where he receives a tirade of abuse. However, the situation reverses and Kate is left shocked when Den angrily tells her the true nature of their affair. Just as things look like they couldn't get any worse, Den hears Chrissie coming into the Club. Ian has no option but to come clean when Jane catches him out of his wheelchair. He reveals that he got carried away with the deception in an attempt to get closer to Kate. Jane is disheartened and is forced to
    • 114. July 19, 2004

      19 Jul '04
      Garry sinks further into a state of depression, despite the support and advice offered by Charlie and Mo. Feeling alone, and faced with the realisation of his divorce and a future without Lynne, Garry breaks down. Minty is concerned that Andy is taking advantage of Sam when he boasts about holding bigger shares in her businesses. He nervously broaches the issue with Sam, but things don't go to plan. She confuses Minty's concern with jealousy and reiterates that they will only ever be
    • 115. July 20, 2004

      20 Jul '04
      Kat is surprised when she hears about Sam and Andy's engagement and vows to tell Sam that she is making a terrible mistake. Sam, however, is convinced that Andy is a changed man and refuses to heed Kat's warning. Minty heads for the Arches to pay Garry a visit but can't believe the scene that awaits him. He acts on instinct, quickly overcoming his feelings of shock and panic, to save the day. Dot confides in Dennis about her recent doctor's visit and he is further concerned to learn that she
    • 116. July 22, 2004

      22 Jul '04
      Ian is convinced that he is being sent positive vibes when Kate agrees to help with Bobby's birthday celebrations.With his confidence riding high, Ian makes a pass at her. Kate is appalled and informs a humiliated Ian that she already has a man. Yolande is thrilled when her wedding dream becomes a reality and Patrick is delighted to receive some surprise visitors of his own for the ceremony. Garry insists that he is fine and is looking forward to recapturing his old life. Minty, however, can
    • 117. July 23, 2004

      23 Jul '04
      Patrick is heartbroken when he hears that Anthony and Paul are preparing to leave Walford again.The Vic regulars mock Paul when they hear about his plans but his determination doesn't waver. Anthony decides it's time to sit down and have a heart to heart with his brother, which leads Paul to make an important decision. Dennis decides to follow Dot to the hospital to lend her some moral support. Her spirits are raised when she sees him and, together, they wait nervously for her test
    • 118. July 26, 2004

      26 Jul '04
      Den is forced to comfort Kate as she struggles to cope with sharing him with Chrissie who, oblivious to Den's whereabouts, has arranged a surprise dinner to celebrate their wedding anniversary. Den faces a dilemma and has to choose between his wife and his emotional mistress. Garry pays no heed to Minty and Charlie's concern at his increasingly erratic behaviour. Charlie's concern turns to anger when Garry crosses the line, but he softens when Garry reveals his torment. Meanwhile, the
    • 119. July 27, 2004

      27 Jul '04
      Den tells Chrissie that he is not seeing anyone else but she is still suspicious. Kate is put into an awkward situation when Chrissie reveals her heartache and anger over Den's affair, which leads her to make a important decision. Pat gives the Ferreira boys some advice on running their ailing cab firm and puts them in touch with a contact who promises to reward them with some much-needed business. Adi gets the opportunity to impress the potential new client, but things go wrong when he has to
    • 120. July 29, 2004

      29 Jul '04
      Chrissie's suspicions are roused when Ian probes Kate about her new man. Chrissie becomes convinced that Kate is Den's mistress and sets about collating evidence. Patrick is quickly put at ease by the social worker in his solo interview and his initial dread subsides. However, he begins to worry when he learns that Paul's past may affect his and Yolande's chances of fostering. Meanwhile, Sasha appreciates Adi's support and decides to make up for ruining his important new business contact, and
    • 121. July 30, 2004

      30 Jul '04
      After discovering the truth about Den, Chrissie is absolutely furious but knows that she must be cool and calculating as she sets out to plot her revenge. Dennis accompanies Dot to her first set of tests at the hospital. She comes out shaken and Dennis realises that something is seriously wrong, despite Dot's assurances to the contrary. Meanwhile, Vicki discovers that she has been accepted on to the fashion course.
    • 122. August 2, 2004

      02 Aug '04
      Den is feeling isolated from the rest of the Watts as he stubbornly refuses to try to make amends with Chrissie. The girls are keen to see her and are angry at Den's behaviour. Den's day gets worse when he walks into a confrontation with Ian and ends up telling Ian that Kate is out of his league. Meanwhile, Zoe is despondent after she fails to convince Dennis that she should move in. Kat decides to cheer her up and takes her out on a girlie night out that goes horribly wrong. Paul is nervous
    • 123. August 3, 2004

      03 Aug '04
      Kat and Zoe spend the night in police cells after the fracas in Angie's Den. They have a heart-to-heart talk and Kat reveals some news that shocks Zoe. With Sharon and Vicki away, and Zoe in the cells, Den instigates some male bonding with Dennis. However, Den has an ulterior motive and some manipulation in mind.
    • 124. August 5, 2004

      05 Aug '04
      Kat and Zoe head back to the Square after their night in the cells. Zoe is absolutely furious about the news she has heard and sets off to find someone in particular with confrontation in mind. Dot finally receives her results from the surgeon and her hopes are shattered by the news. While the doctor is positive about her chances, Dot fears the worst. Elsewhere, the Ferreiras help Sasha get her belongings back from the her pervious employers at the pole-dancing club; and Sonia is forced to
    • 125. August 6, 2004

      06 Aug '04
      Zoe is secretly delighted when a confrontation between Dennis and Andy escalates. Later, Dennis realises that he has seen another side to the youngest Slater sister and considers his options again. Martin tries his best to build bridges between Pauline and Sonia but, after constant interference from Pauline, Sonia tells Martin she has had enough. Kate dismisses Den's advances and attempts to make up with Ian. She is surprised to see that he is not angry with her and they begin to rebuild their