The real-life soap returns for its 16th series, beginning by following the Towie gang on another Spanish jaunt for a final summer slice of partying, sun, sea and drama in Marbella. Which relationships will still be going strong, who will hook up on this holiday, and what beachwear will Bobby be sporting this time?

The gang's Marbella escapades continue and, while Lewis gets body beautiful in Essex, the boys spot a beauty of their own in Spain - Lewis' ex-girlfriend Nicole.

Ferne and Chloe Lewis clash again, but Ferne's day brightens when she bumps into Liam. With Nicole now back in town, Lewis takes his chance to catch up with her.

Tensions come to a head between Lewis and Mike, Jake confronts Mike about his recent remarks and Danni extracts a confession out of Nicole.

Arg and Lydia are in turmoil yet again thanks to his lies, Dan and Kate talk over their broken relationship and Lewis continues to make a play for Nicole.

Arg is forced to deal with Lydia's rejection as she goes on a night out in a bid to forget him. Dan enlists Diags and Lockie as he sets about surprising Kate.

As he finally comes face-to-face with Lydia, will Arg's apologies and excuses fall on deaf ears, and could Danni and Lockie's flirting lead to a reunion?

Lydia remains distant with Arg. Jess questions where her relationship is heading with Ferne, while the flirtation between Lockie and Danni continues.

As the gang prepares to celebrate Halloween, Vas tries to make amends to those he has wronged, and Ferne and Liam's romance starts to turn sour.

After giving the Bonfire night party a miss, could Arg and Lydia finally be back on track? Jess reassesses her feelings for Pete. Nicole and Lewis come to blows.

Kate is caught in the middle as Ferne and Chloe L's feud continues. Lewis drops a bombshell which could put Jess and Pete's budding relationship in jeopardy.

All eyes are on Jess in the aftermath of Lewis's revelation. Emotions run high when Jess serenades Nanny Pat for her 80th birthday.

Having navigated their way through lockdown, the Essex elite are back, and TOWIE royalty makes a welcome return to the fold. Amy Childs is back.

Pete and Chloe Sims haven't spoken in months. It's a shame, because the former besties always had so much in common, including how stubborn they both are.

Pete and Chloe Sims' relationship is nothing if not tempestuous. Six months ago, they were inseparable, until an argument exposed some serious cracks.

Brockett's claims that Harry's been flirting with her. Elsewhere, Clelia feels hurt after Bobby lashes out at her during an argument on a night out.

Yaz and Lockie have planted themselves firmly in the honeymoon period. It's a new look, and it suits them. No labels, no stress. Surely nothing's gonna rain on their parade.

Bobby and Matt are going from strength to strength; they've moved in together and are more loved up than ever before. But Bobby's biological clock is ticking, and he's feeling broody.

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Pete and Chloe Sims dropped a major bombshell in a therapy session when they admitted that when it came to their friendship, the lines had been blurred.

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Since bumping into each other on a night out, Kelsey and Chloe Brockett have been wondering whether it might be time to lay their beef to rest.

Nicole and Amber have had two rows in the space of a week, and it doesn't look like the mutual hatred is waning. But an already awkward situation for their mate just got worse.

After some time away, Pete is back in Essex, and who's he checking in on first? Miss Chloe Sims, of course. It turns out the trip away has given him some time to reflect.

Things have been moving quickly for Bobby and Matt. After spending every day of lockdown together in perfect harmony, Matt made the move to Essex, permanently.

Having just celebrated their first anniversary, things are looking rosy when it comes to Harry and Frankie's romance. But scratch the surface, and all is not what it seems.

Halloween celebrations hit Essex with some hair-raising revelations and a bit of bad blood. Harry and Frankie address their relationship issues in an emotional chat.

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Dan Edgar's bachelor pad is closing its doors and being relaunched, so Dan invites the lads over to say goodbye. Will the boys be able to hold it together during a final farewell?

Chloe Sims and Diags have made plans for a vintage knees-up, but with Covid restrictions in play, they split the guest list down the middle and throw two rival gatherings.

The Essex elite are back with a bang. The Sims sisters have a heart-to-heart with youngest sister Demi about her new relationship. Meanwhile, Diags targets a world record attempt.

Ella spills the beans on her secret kiss with Pete, but how will he respond? Amy finds herself in the middle of not one, but two dramas involving Harry and Saff.

Amy's attempts to mediate between Harry and Bobby end in a row. Ella hopes her friendship with Kelsey isn't beyond repair, and there's a double date for two fledgling romances.

Things are moving fast in Demi's relationship with Francesca. Chloe M and Courtney's attempt to bring their fractured friendship groups together doesn't go to plan.

Chloe Sims has her hands full launching a business and searching for a new home. Plus, there's a new man on the scene to compete with Pete for Ella's affection.

Lockie is back, to best pal Pete's delight. And what better way to return to the fold than with a camping trip. Meanwhile, Gatsby wants to take things to the next step with Dani.

Chloe Sims' confidence gets in the way of her becoming Essex's next top business magnate. Meanwhile, best mates Tom and Harry decide to buy a house together.

Tommy and Georgia finally move into their dream home and set their sights on hosting Georgia's baby shower. Clelia ends things with Rem, and Diags aims to set a world record.

Saff wants to return to her carefree self after weeks of drama and extends an olive branch to Amy. Gatsby whisks Dani off on a fun trip to Norfolk, with all of his mates in tow.

Gatsby finds out about Courtney's allegation that he was texting girls behind Dani's back. Meanwhile, Pete and Lockie make plans to move in together.

Chloe Sims looks to find closure with Pete, and Dan gives Gatsby a lesson in anger management. Meanwhile, Ella and Kelsey make some progress in rebuilding their friendship.