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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.........

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...........