The arrival of Elektra and the discovery of Roman remains put a halt to any development plans at Ashdene Ridge. The joy is short lived, however, when the roman ruins is revealed to be a scam. Ashdene Ridge will be closing for good. The YP are resigned to their fate, all but Tyler, who faces a race against time to expose Mr Umbleby. Trying to prove his innocence, Alex faces an uphill battle for redemption. Along with Mrs Umbleby, Alex brings forward a key bit of evidence to Tyler and the Dumping Ground is saved. Mike, May-Li, and the YP celebrate another Christmas in Ashdene Ridge.

Now with a plan, Tyler races back to get everyone to face their fears in order to leave the island. Coming to terms with how much Jody really means to him, Tyler faces his fear and kisses her. She leans in to face her fear too as Tyler wakes up to realise it was all a dream. Having given himself some perspective, Tyler readies himself for the world ahead. Holding the YP to ransom, Ryan relishes his new power, but it comes at a cost as he too must face his fear and relinquish control.