Stephen gets a drenching during a moonlit walk with Jacqui and an abandoned baby opens old wounds for Ruth. Elsewhere, Vic helps Sandra in her hour of need while Peggy is away on her Italian course.

Simmering tensions in the Goddard household come to a head as Ruth gives Simon his marching orders, enraged to discover he's remortgaged the house without consulting her. Meanwhile, Stephen reacts badly to the news that fellow teacher Martin Williams has attempted suicide - and responds by seeking solace in Jacqui's arms.