Simon and Esther decide to keep their news a secret from his parents. Simon and Sue get into an argument at dinner.

Simon goes on a bike ride with Larry while Esther spends the day with Sue, fielding questions about the wedding. Esther helps David get ready for his date.

It's Friday and Simon and his new girlfriend Donna arrive on the Isle of Wight to stay with Simon's well-meaning but overbearing family for his 40th birthday weekend celebrations.

It's Saturday, the family visit Aunty Rose in the nursing home and have a nose at Alan Titchmarsh's house. Back home, Donna risks everything by suggesting she makes the tea to give Sue a break.

It's Sunday and Simon's 40th birthday. Preparations for the lunch are in full swing but the stress levels are sky high. Larry and Melissa disrupt the day and Simon shares some big news with Ray.

Simon and Ray head to the nursing home to see Rose, while Sue and Esther mind Sue's stall at the Craft Fayre together.

Ray teaches David and Simon how to bowl, while Sue tries to plan for Christmas. Esther's conversation with Lyn leads to a drastic decision.

Simon and Esther are engaged and it's the first day of their budget summer holiday on the Isle of Wight, staying in Sue and Ray's new house.

Ray, Sue, Simon and Esther all go to Ventnor. Back at the house Esther has a quiet chat with David asking about his love life and she gives him a few tips.