The Only Way is Essex

The Essex gang go on their annual jaunt to Marbella. The glamorous gals and guys are back in their Spanish home from home for plenty of partying, sun, sea and drama, as well as all the usual gossip and romance.

The award-winning reality show continues, following the Essex gang for more fun and frolics on their annual jaunt to Marbella.

Returning from Marbella to sunny Essex, the gang faces up to the aftermath of their holiday. Sam and Joey's split has everyone talking, while Arg arranges a carb-themed barbecue.

Will Diags finally find love with Abi? Mario is still on the warpath as he tries to find out who betrayed him. Joey and Sam hold crisis talks - can they save their relationship?

On Father's Day, there is a huge revelation from Dan - what will this mean for his fledgling relationship with Lucy? During a pampering session, Chloe and Billie come to blows over Sam and Joey's split. Mario has some harsh words for Ricky.

Is there any going back for Joey and Sam? Expectant father Dan has a heart-to-heart with Lucy, Ricky has a big confession for Jess, plus former Essex resident Lydia returns to the show for a girly catch-up with best pal Lucy.

Following Ricky's revelation, Jess goes on a mission to find out the truth about his infidelity. Meanwhile, Joey and Sam adjust to single life and Diags and Abi have a romantic night in.

Ricky and Jess reel from Mario's revelations and there is an awkward showdown with the Wrights. James invites Sam to a day at the races, Bobby, Charlie K and Gemma hit Essex Pride, and there could be family troubles brewing for Ferne and Charlie S.

Chloe has her first day of work experience; Ricky tries to rekindle the romance with Jess; Mario and Lucy go head to head over Bentley; and Dan has his Michael Jackson party.

During a big group dinner, Ferne's big mouth gets her into trouble again, while Lucy is shocked to hear that Dan may not be as squeaky clean as she thought.

Abi is planning a murder mystery birthday party, Jess is organising a single ladies hen party for her mum Carol, Gemma is at loggerheads with Arg, and Lucy challenges Dan.

Carol and Mark Wright Sr celebrate their 30th anniversary by renewing their wedding vows. Jess and Ricky reach a decision about the future.