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The Best Episodes of Peak Practice Season 12

Every episode of Peak Practice Season 12 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Peak Practice Season 12!

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Peak Practice is a British drama series about a GP surgery in Cardale — a small fictional town in the Derbyshire Peak District — and the doctors who worked there. It ran on ITV from

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.0/10(14 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S12:E1

    New faces in Cardale. How will Alex's army pal Claire and Will's son Tony make their mark on Cardale? Has Alex recovered from her operation and have Will and Kate settled back into married life?

    Director:Alan Grint
    Writer:Andrew Holden

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  2. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.9/10(14 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S12:E2

    More trouble for Will and Kate as secrets about Tony's life are revealed. The new pub landlord sparks off different reactions and Claire gets too close to comfort for Tom.

    Director:Alan Grint
    Writer:Chris Fewtrell

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  3. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.1/10(14 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S12:E3

    A bitter row develops between Will and Kate when they clash over a patient and struggle to deal with the aftermath of Tony. Cardale becomes victim of an epidemic and Claire shows her true colours when she questions the basis of Alex's relationship with Tom.

    Director:Bruce MacDonald
    Writers:Rachel Gretton, Vicky Cleaver

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  4. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.5/10(12 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S12:E4

    Claire exacts a vindictive revenge when she is accused of stealing from a patient. Tom and Alex discuss their future together whilst Will sinks further into his depression.

    Director:Bruce MacDonald
    Writer:Paul Coates

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  5. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.3/10(15 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S12:E5

    Trainee Dr.Matt Kendal arrives at The Beeches. He instantly makes an impression on Cardale by pronouncing one of it's oldest residents dead. Meanwhile Carol becomes the scapegoat because of Will's shortcomings and Kate finds out Will's secret.

    Director:Mark Roper
    Writer:Chris Fewtrell

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  6. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    6.5/10(15 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S12:E6

    Alex and Claire are forced to relive their time spent in the army when they witness an army helicopter crash. The scenes of destruction leads Claire to reveal some hidden secrets to Alex and take dramatic actions.

    Director:Terry McDonough
    Writer:Christopher Green

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  7. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.6/10(14 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S12:E7

    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.

    Director:Mark Roper
    Writer:Paul Coates

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  8. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    7.1/10(13 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S12:E8

    Kate has an idea to pull Will out of his depression. Claire's infatuation with Alex leads Alex to make a shocking allegation. Tom throws away the medical rule book to help catch Leanne's attacker and James attempts to take things a step further with Kate.

    Director:Graham Moore
    Writer:Paul Coates

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  9. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    6.9/10(11 votes)

    #9 - Episode 9

    S12:E9

    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.

    Director:Bruce MacDonald
    Writer:James Stevenson

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  10. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    7.2/10(13 votes)

    #10 - Episode 10

    S12:E10

    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.

    Director:Graham Moore
    Writer:Chris Fewtrell

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  11. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    7.3/10(13 votes)

    #11 - Episode 11

    S12:E11

    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.

    Director:Mark Roper
    Writer:Chris Fewtrell

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  12. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 12 - Episode 12
    7.0/10(11 votes)

    #12 - Episode 12

    S12:E12

    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.........

    Director:Bruce MacDonald
    Writer:Paul Coates

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  13. Peak Practice Season 12 Episode 13 - Episode 13
    8.3/10(19 votes)

    #13 - Episode 13

    S12:E13

    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...........

    Director:Mark Roper
    Writer:Christopher Green

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Season 12 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Peak Practice" season 12. It scored 7/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Alan Grint and written by Andrew Holden, it aired on 10/25/2001. This episode is rated 0.9 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".