Hebburn

Jack Pearson is taking Sarah home to meet the family in Hebburn, but they think she is his new girlfriend, not his new wife that he just married in Vegas. A great big Hebburn welcome awaits.

The red carpet is layed out for the visit of Sarahs parents, Ben and Susan from York. Pauline is immersing herself in Jewish cultureusing google to make sure everything is perfect. Ben and Susan are immersed in Geordie culture with Ramseys help as well as with Vicky and Denises choice of outfits for the fancy dress competition at Swayzes.

It is Jacks first day back on the Hebburn Advertiser - and he has plans to transform it into a paper that makes a difference.

The Pearson family attempt to deal with the aftermath of dad Joe’s stroke. Pauline has got a job to support the family whilst Jack and Sarah have a baby on the way and need to find a place to live. Denise, Jacks ex-girlfriend, is also pregnant. Vicky wants to improve her life but her boyfriend Gervaise could stand in her way.

Pauline is away on a training day and Joe and Dot play, in the good room, breaking all the rules. Arthur tells Joe about his intentions towards his mother, but Joe wishes he hadnt told him. Vicky attempts to help Gervaise with the photoshoot for his album.

Jacks secret is revealed, but hes still not yet broken the news to Sarah: the race is on before she finds out! Meanwhile, theres plenty to celebrate at a relaunched Swayzes.

Ben, Susan and her monstrous mother Millie are all stranded in Hebburn for Christmas, but will the Pearsons have room at the inn?