Gail and Martin find the Duckworths holidaying in a neighbouring caravan. Betty meets a face during celebrations for the fiftieth anniversary of VE Day. The Wiltons notice that one of their garden gnomes is missing.

Gail and Martin begin to communicate again. Samir confides his doubts to Jim about donating a kidney. Betty and Billy reflect on losing touch fifty years ago.

Nicky skips school to entertain Melanie at Number 5. Betty has her hair done to attend a tea dance with Billy. The Wiltons receive a postcard from their missing garden gnome.

Deirdre hastens to the hospital where she is given heartbreaking news of Samir. Denise invites Fiona to become the salon's manager. Steve receives an unwelcome visitor.

Tracy grows impatient for an explanation for Deirdre's absence. Vera informs Jack that she has lost her job. Billy upsets Betty with a thoughtless remark.

Jack learns the full extent of Vera's financial despair. Bet and Raquel encourage Betty to call on Billy. Alf fears being branded a thief, while Audrey covets a conservatory.

Derek is aghast to find Norris conducting his performance review. Des looks forward to spending time with Tommy. Josie threatens to leave Don unless he changes.

Betty's confidence takes a knock when her house is burgled. Maxine sets her sights on seducing Des. Raquel makes an impression on Curly's boss, Leo.

Des is full of regret after spending the night with Maxine. Betty takes comfort from having Billy near. Don consults a solicitor regarding his rights to Number 5.

Don resolves to settle his dispute with the Platts amicably. Des is unimpressed by Steph's living conditions. Percy feels put out when Emily fails to invite him to move back in.

Maxine makes a concerted effort to capture Des's attention. Nick visits a solicitor to legally change his surname. Percy seeks new permanent accommodation.

Raquel is surprised when Leo keeps their date. Vera sees Steph as a threat to Des selling Number 6. Billy embarrasses Betty with a drunken declaration in the Rovers.

Curly fights for control as he comes face to face with Leo at work. The Duckworths show prospective buyers around Number 9. Bill comes under fire from all angles.

Curly refuses to display any remorse for hitting Leo. Gordon visits to inspect Billy before he marries Betty. Jack makes plans for a new pigeon loft for Number 6.

Bet receives disturbing news about the future of the Rovers. Gary and Judy Mallett view the Duckworths' house. Steph bumps into the father of her unborn baby.

Bet has no idea where to turn, while the Rovers' staff consider their futures. Des makes a decision that causes upset. Vicky urges Steve to commit to their business.

Rita checks that her finances can accommodate a partnership with Bet. Betty makes preparations for her wedding. Steve and Vicky disagree over where they should live.

Rita agonises over the question of entering into business with Bet. Steve complains when Vicky rents a flat without consulting him. Des tries to avoid clingy Maxine.

Word of Bet's departure spreads throughout the street. The Cleggs arrive ahead of Betty and Billy's wedding day. Several interested parties consider buying the Rovers.

Betty and Billy's family and friends gather to see them married. The Duckworths and the McDonalds plan to buy the Rovers. Curly orders Reg to take Anne's complaint seriously.

Jim refuses to go crawling to Mike to ask for his job back. The Rovers' staff ponder what changes the Duckworths will make. Don rues having to make excuses to Sarah Louise.

The Duckworths make their final arrangements prior to moving into the Rovers. Liz orders Jim to apologise to Mike. Raquel is displeased when her modelling agent shows an interest in Fiona.

The Duckworths' first day at the helm of the Rovers is beset with problems. Mike attempts to repair his damaged image. Raquel resents Fiona's modelling offer.

Liz berates Jim for his drunken outburst. Reg is delighted by the prospect of a possible promotion and leaving Weatherfield. Vera confesses to finding running the Rovers exhausting.

Denise invites Brian to the salon flat to rekindle a former passion. Kevin asks Fiona to lure Tony onto the Rovers' football team. Jack employs a temporary barmaid to combat staff shortages.

Don drives Alf and Audrey to London for the investiture ceremony. Mavis and Rita persuade Derek to run The Kabin during their absence. Sally and Kevin offer to help Bill pay his tax bill.

Mavis persuades Derek to make amends with Norris and accompany him to the wedding. Steve blames Vicky for his misfortune. Rita apologises to Bill. Curly prepares for his Square Dealers initiation ceremony.