EastEnders - August 2010 episode guide



Find out what happens to the residents of Walford in this month's visits to Albert Square!

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Monday 2nd August 2010


Phil's worst nightmare becomes a reality. Meanwhile, Patrick is forced to come face to face with his failings. Elsewhere, Max has to choose between his daughter and his lover.


Tuesday 3rd August 2010


Phil responds to his situation in the worst way possible. Elsewhere, Chelsea has a difficult confession to make, while Carol meets her match.


Thursday 5th August 2010

> Watch a clip of Lisa Fowler's return.

Peggy makes a decision that will haunt her for ever. Elsewhere, Walford says goodbye to a much-loved duo.


Friday 6th August 2010

Phil's despair leads him down a dark, dark path. Meanwhile, Carol's old vices rear their heads.


Monday 9th August 2010

Shirley is sickened by a devastating discovery about Phil. Meanwhile, Janine shocks no one more than herself with a question for Ryan. Elsewhere, is Bianca cheating on Ricky?


Tuesday 10th August 2010


Ryan and Janine's crippling defences start to crumble. Is there hope for happiness there? Elsewhere, a frustrated Max goads Jack to breaking point, while a heartbroken Shirley turns to Heather - and the bottle - for comfort.


Thursday 12th August 2010


> Watch a clip of Carol confronting Bianca.

A lovesick Whitney excitedly awaits Billie's return. Meanwhile, Peggy is pole-axed by some home truths. A furious Carol finally accuses Bianca in a humiliatingly public showdown.


Friday 13th August 2010

Peggy asks the universe for the Vic, but will her voice be heard? Meanwhile, Phil's descent into oblivion takes a dark turn when he hatches a chilling plan. An isolated Carol makes amends with Bianca - but only after exposing Bianca's dirty little Texan secret.


Monday 16th August 2010

The club is back in business, but when Peggy hears Glenda's secret will this scupper Ronnie's happiness? Meanwhile, Whitney and Bianca take miserable Carol out and Shirley's loyalty to Heather is tested by Phil. Elsewhere, Darren takes extreme measures to win Jodie round.


Tuesday 17th August 2010


Shirley discovers that Phil is taking drugs and wants to help. Elsewhere, Glenda tries to reason with Ronnie; and Heather is left out in the cold.


Thursday 19th August 2010

Peggy tries to paper over the cracks when she's given some home truths. Meanwhile, Carol goes on a date; Vanessa lands unexpectedly on Max's doorstep; and Jodie realises Darren hasn't been completely honest with her.


Friday 20th August 2010


> Watch a clip of Peggy slapping Phil.

Peggy goes to see Sam and gets the shock of her life. Meanwhile, Abi cares for Darren after his ordeal, but does she have romance on her mind? Elsewhere, Bianca tries to boost her mum's spirits after her failed date.


Monday 23rd August 2010


Minty proves himself to Sam by making the ultimate commitment. Elsewhere, Vanessa bonds with Abi and Ian pines after his youth. Meanwhile, Christian finds Syed the perfect job.


Tuesday 24th August 2010


Minty seeks solace in Heather. Meanwhile, Jane and Ian are shocked when their kids are accused of cheating. Max is stopped in his tracks when Dot presents him with a gift.


Thursday 26th August 2010


Jane protects her family only to find they're the ones who've betrayed her. Meanwhile, Heather gets a scare but Minty is there to help; and Christian and Roxy's drunken behaviour alarms Syed.


Friday 27th August 2010

While Jane stands by a life-changing decision, Stacey feels she's being pushed out by Max. Meanwhile, Tam refuses to pretend that his brother doesn't exist.


Bank Holiday Monday 30th August 2010

A guilty Ricky makes a decision he may live to regret when Sam gets in touch. Meanwhile, back at home, an oblivious Bianca resolves to spice up her marriage. Elsewhere, Jane attempts to rope Denise in on her scheme to fleece Ian.


Tuesday 31st August 2010


Jane's plans for revenge suffer a setback when Ian presents her with an offer she cannot refuse. Meanwhile, Peggy is furious when Pat provides Dot with some Mitchell scandal. Elsewhere, Jean remains powerless as Becca continues to manipulate Stacey against her.


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