EastEnders - December 2010 episode guide



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


Thursday 2nd December 2010


Syed's determination to make Tamwar happy drives him to desperate measures. Elsewhere, Stacey has an ultimatum for Ryan and Julie's first day at the Vic ends in chaos. Meanwhile, Glenda turns to her familiar tricks when she finds herself in financial difficulties.


Friday 3rd December 2010

Syed faces a dilemma - he's wrestling with a secret that could destroy his parents' marriage. Elsewhere, Jane and Masood panic when Zainab delights in goading a nihilistic Ian. Meanwhile, Ryan is torn between the women in his life.


Monday 6th December 2010

Stacey and Ryan pretend to be a couple to impress a social worker dealing with Lily's case, while Janine grows suspicious of her husband's whereabouts and heads to the Slaters' with a set of door keys. Connor makes things difficult for Jay during their money-making scheme with Phil, and Billy prepares to meet his son for the first time.


Tuesday 7th December 2010


Stacey and Ryan have a close shave with Janine when she bursts into the bedroom hoping to see them together, but some quick-thinking prevents them from being caught. Jay worries about Phil's reaction to the missing money from the jewellery deal, and prepares to confront Connor about it, while Julie is forced to confess her lies to Billy.


Thursday 9th December 2010


Whitney tries to warn Ryan about his affair - but despite feeling guilty, he plans a romantic weekend away with Stacey. Meanwhile, Pat contemplates doing the right thing by telling Janine what she saw the previous night. Elsewhere, Ian continues his secret fling with Glenda, and Peter buys an engagement ring for Whitney.


Friday 10th December 2010


Events take a dark turn in Ryan's love life as a vengeful Janine purchases pills with which she plans to poison him, as well as Stacey and Lily. Meanwhile, Billy and Julie panic when they break down in a stolen car and a police officer stops to help, and Jane tries to spare Peter the embarrassment of rejection by discouraging him from giving Whitney the ring.


Monday 13th December 2010


The Mitchells celebrate Jay's new surname. Meanwhile, Ian tries to talk to Phil about Ben's imminent release. Elsewhere, Julie tries to teach Billy a lesson.


Tuesday 14th December 2010


Carol warns Bianca to keep Whitney away from Connor. Meanwhile, Ben is annoyed by how close Jay has become to Phil; and Billy is still angry that Julie made a fool of him.


Thursday 16th December 2010


Peter nurses a broken heart when things don't work out for him and Whitney. Meanwhile, Carol finds out that Whitney is selling stolen goods, while Alfie makes plans for the baby's Christmas arrival.


Friday 17th December 2010

Bianca loses her Christmas money when a company goes bust. Meanwhile, Denise kicks out Kim and gets a shock when she receives a letter from Lucas asking her to come and see him. There are more surprises when Glenda makes a startling revelation.


Monday 20th December 2010


A suspicious Pat is forced to take drastic action when she discovers that Ryan has been missing all weekend. Jay settles in as an official member of the Mitchell clan, only to be rocked by a shock return. Meanwhile, Carol is horrified to see Connor back on the Square.


Tuesday 21st December 2010

Carol and Bianca's attempts to steer Whitney away from Connor backfire spectacularly. A traumatised Ben finally opens up to Shirley but has a threat for Jay, and an unhinged Janine continues to spin her lies around the Square.


Thursday 23rd December 2010

A vengeful Glenda wrecks Ben's homecoming party with some home truths about Phil and Ian. There's more pain in store as Peter is left heartbroken when Whitney decides to end their relationship. Elsewhere, Alfie and Kat treasure fond memories of Nana Moon.


Friday 24th December 2010

Glenda vows to uncover the identity of her attacker, while Ronnie is troubled when a lucrative job offer takes Jack abroad. There's tension as Ryan's life hangs in the balance; will an oblivious Stacey find him in time?


Saturday 25th December 2010

Janine's evil brooding over the discovery of Ryan's relationship with Stacey finally culminates in a spectacular announcement. It means that Stacey is forced to make a life-changing decision.


Sunday 26th December 2010

Everyone is trying to get over the events of Christmas Day. Meanwhile, Carol is forced to make a tough decision.


Monday 27th December 2010

Connor gets into trouble with Phil. Elsewhere, Pat receives a worrying phone call; and Kat has a false alarm.


Tuesday 28th December 2010

Dot latches onto Edward for company. Elsewhere, Ryan helps a disorientated Jean.


Thursday 30th December 2010

Syed accuses Christian of being shallow. Meanwhile, Ronnie and Kat get a surprise.


Friday 31st December 2010

Christian makes a mistake. Elsewhere, Ronnie and Kat have a day they will never forget.