Peak Practice (1993)
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Deborah Grant as Carol Johnson
Episodes 46
New arrivals in Cardale as The Pullen family arrive to take over The Black Swan and Physio Kerri Davidson starts work at The Beeches. Meanwhile Joanna meets an old friend at a school reunion and Andrew solves Sam's housing situation.
Read MoreSam helps Rob come to terms with his parental responsibilities on the anniversary of Allie's death, whilst Kerri tries to persuade Andrew to keep an open mind about her alternative health remedies
Read MoreA tough time for the Pullen family when Maisy is taken ill. Despite their support towards her recovery, Maisy confides in Joanna that she'd rather be dead. Will Joanna follow her heart or her head?
Read MoreKerri becomes increasingly jealous over Sam's budding relationship with Serena. Meanwhile Andrew becomes involved in the plight of Lucy Turner and finds himself growing fond of her mother Kate; wife of PCG chairman Richard Turner.
Read MoreJoanna is drawn into an emotional minefield when one of her patients appears to have been mistreated by one of her G.P friends. Serena begins to show her possessive side and Joanna receives some big news.
Read MoreLiz is shocked to find out she is pregnant, however as she and Mike begin to accept a new addition to their family, a twist of events leads them having to accept a loss. Meanwhile Sam breaks up with Serena and Andrew and Kate grow closer.
Read MoreCarol is faced with some tough decisions when her son returns from the marines full of secrets and shocks for her. Alice takes part in a dodgy scheme and Andrew and Kate can't fight their feelings any longer
Read MoreAs Andrew and Kate find their relationship more and more difficult to deal with, Sam and Kerri begin to take theirs a step further. Joanna begins to make plans for life as a single mother, but a visitor in the middle of the night puts things in a different perspective.
Read MoreJoanna and Tom lay their cards on the table and discuss their commitment towards each other. Whilst Andrew gets cold feet about his relationship with Kate.
Read MoreAlex finds the countryside is not as peaceful as she imagined when she is pushed by a patient and breathalysed on her way to work. Richard discovers Andrew and Kate's affair and breaks the news to The Beeches staff in spectacular fashion.
Read MoreTom realises it's time to get a nanny for Joe. But will any of the applicants live up to his expectations? Meanwhile, Andrew begins to question Kate's commitment and Sam and Kerri get involved in the case of a close friend.
Read MoreAlex is faced with a big decision when her husband arrives in Cardale looking for a reconciliation. Kate has to decide whether to stay with Richard for Lucy's sake or to make a life with Andrew for her own happiness. Meanwhile Julie Pullen learns a tough lesson in love.
Read MoreWill finds it hard to settle back into Cardale when he and Sam don't see eye to eye and awkward questions are asked about the whereabouts of his family. Meanwhile Alice and Alex deal with the complex case of the local TV repair man.
Read MoreThe pressure from brewery is too much for Mike who discovers he has angina, however he doesn't take the illness as a warning sign and soon ends up in a worse state. Meanwhile Sam is not happy about the practice set up and Tom tells Alex Will's daughter has Cystic Fibrosis.
Read MoreThe plight of a disabled child brings back sad memories for Will. When the case affects his work his partners begin to ask questions, resulting in Will revealing the sad truth about Emily, and his marriage to Kate, to Tom.
Read MoreAlex comes under a fire when a patients mother disagrees with the treatment of her daughter. Sam cheers up Alice after she loses a precious momentum of her husband. Seeing Alice's devotion sets Sam thinking about his future with Kerri.
Read MoreKerri finds out the secret that those dear to have been hiding, the discovery that Sam has also kept her in the dark adds to her pain. Watching the downfall of a patient leads Will to realise how lonely he is, but how will Alex react when he turns to her for comfort?
Read MoreAnd Then There Were Two
As Andrew decides where his future lies, Joanna and Sam struggle to hold The Beeches together in his absence. A virus outbreak does nothing to help their situation especially when The Beeches is targeted as the cause.
Read MoreTruth or Dare
Andrew and Sam are forced to call on their medical expertise when a lorry carrying toxins crashes into The Black Swan, trapping themselves and many other Cardale residents. The situation brings feelings to the surface for Andrew and Kate and Sam and Serena. Meanwhile Joanna's secret is revealed.
Read MoreHopes and Dreams
As Joanna's future starts to take shape, Andrew's is falling apart. However when Joanna is caught between a Father and Daughter conflict, fate intervenes and everyones lives look set to change forever
Read MoreFor the Love of The Child
The Beeches staff struggle to pick up the pieces after Joanna's tragic death. Andrew continues his dangerous liaison with Kate, Sam learns a secret about Kerri, whilst Tom has to decide whether there is a future from him in Cardale. Meanwhile new doctor Alex Redman makes a dramatic entrance.
Read MoreLonely Hearts - Part 1
Carol finds romance, but will her morals get in the way? Meanwhile it's the beginning of the end for Andrew as a patient makes a serious allegation against him. However it's soon clear that the patient has an unlikely source of support.
Read MoreLonely Hearts - Part 2
The Beeches staff make their way to London for the hearing against Andrew. But when even his closest friends fail to be able to get him out of trouble, help comes in the form of a much loved and much missed Cardale figure. It's revolving doors in Cardale as we wave goodbye to Andrew but welcome back........
Read MoreElectricity
A horrific car crash puts The Beeches on red alert and requires all hands on deck, however the case is closer to home when they find out Sam and Kerri are the victims of the accident. As the day goes on, events bring Tom and Alex closer, and there's a surprise visitor for Will.........
Read MoreStill Waters
Determined to save her marriage, Kate tries her hardest to get through to Will - but how will he react when he finds her move to Cardale is a permanent one? Meanwhile Tom and Alex have some unfinished business to sort out and Sam and Kerri begin to cope with the aftermath of the accident.
Read MoreFlesh and Blood
Bridget oversteps the mark when she gets too close to a patient. Tom and Alex brush of their previous kiss, however Tom's true feelings may be revealed as Alex goes on a date with a GP from a rival practice. Meanwhile as Kerri struggles with her physio, Sam makes a decision that could put their future in jeopardy.
Read MoreWin Some, Lose Some
Nick risks his health to pursue his cycling career, whilst Sam gets himself into deeper trouble to pay for Kerri's physio and their impending wedding. Meanwhile Will and Kate clash when their personal problems begin to cloud their work judgement.
Read MoreTrust In Me
The situation between Tom and Alex comes to a head when Tom and Mark clash over a patient. As Sam and Kerri's wedding day approaches, Sam's secret is discovered. Will he stay in Cardale to face the music, and if he leaves will Kerri join him?
Read MoreTogether we Stand
Alex becomes unsettled at The Beeches when she continuously falls out with Will and Tom. However is it her surgery partners making her unhappy, or a partner closer to home? Elsewhere, can Kerri's friends help her to recover from the mess Sam has left behind?
Read MorePrisoners of the Past
As the anniversary of Emily's death approaches, Will and Kate are forced to face some past demons. Can this poignant time bring them closer? Meanwhile Tom gets a new neighbour who is a little more friendly then he'd like.
Read MorePrivate Lives, Public Eye
A charity ball held by the local mayor unites Will, Kate, Tom and Alex. As relations thaw between Will and Kate, is there a chance he could be having second thoughts about their impending divorce? Meanwhile Tom makes his feelings for Alex perfectly clear.
Read MoreSuffer the Little Children
Will offers Kate a place to stay when her house is flooded. Being so close to her again makes Will realise that he is still in love with her - does Kate feel the same? Meanwhile Tom and Alex find it hard to keep professional differences separate from their private lives.
Read MoreBody Beautiful
Whilst Will and Kate settle back into married life, Tom and Alex clash over a patient's delicate situation. Meanwhile, Alice comes to the rescue of old friend Billy when his health begins to fail him - is this the start of a beautiful friendship?
Read MoreHidden Agendas
Alex's birthday and a visit from her Dad resurfaces some painful memories from the past. Will she and her father be able to rebuild their bridges? Meanwhile is Billy taking Alice for a mug, or is he really very fond of her?
Read MoreBlind Spot
As news of Alex's illness spreads, Tom finds it increasingly hard to convince her to follow her consultants advice. Will the pressure from friends and colleagues force her to seek solace elsewhere? Meanwhile there's good news for the Pullens when a family treasure brings a little more than luck.
Read MoreBad Medicine
Tom travels to York to find Alex. However she continues to push him away and forces him back to Cardale. The Pullens make a decision about the pub and their future, whilst Will and Kate work hard to stop their jobs interfering with their relationship. Can Will and Kate get over another hurdle and will Alex return to face her illness and Tom?
Read MoreEpisode 7
Leanne is the victim of a horrific attack. Shaun and Matt share some football rivalry. Carol gets an apology from Will. Meanwhile the extent of Will's depression is uncovered when he fails to act in a medical emergency; leading to a shocking confession to Kate.
Read MoreEpisode 9
Kate's initial rejection of James crumbles when Will pushes her away once again. Matt is receiving some unwanted attention. Tom has a proposal for Alex. Meanwhile secrets are exposed as Claire tells Alex about her kiss with Tom, Will and Kate's plan to break up The Beeches is exposed and Kate is caught out with James.
Read MoreEpisode 10
Will offers Charlie advice and guidance in a delicate situation. Tom and Alex look for new premises but does a change of heart from Will mean they won't have to carry their plans through? Meanwhile Claire is on hand to comfort Will when he discovers Kate's liaison with James.
Read MoreEpisode 11
Will is horrified when Claire upsets Charlie and moves into their home. However his rejection of her proves dangerous as she takes revenge in a horrific way. Unable to remember how Claire made her way into his bed, Will finds himself at the centre of allegations and disturbing truths as the full extent of what Claire has done to him slowly unravels.
Read MoreEpisode 12
Shaun's attempts to attract Kerri have disastrous consequences. Alex has a proposal for Tom and it's time for Will and Kate to make some important decisions about their future. Meanwhile Claire is back in Cardale.........
Read MoreEpisode 13
It's the day of Tom and Alex's wedding but many a twist is waiting for the couple as they prepare to tie the knot. The biggest threat of all is the return of Claire who is destined to seek her revenge. Armed and extremely dangerous Claire lures Alex, Tom and Will into a game of cat and mouse, culminating in the ultimate of cliff-hangers...........
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