The Ramsdens talk about making a fresh start away from the street. As Gail hammers on the door of Martin's flat there is an explosion from inside the hardware shop. Richard tries to calm Gail who is hysterical with fear. Richard and Sam enter the flat and rescue Martin and David. The fire brigade arrive, then Richard and Sam emerge with Martin and David. Sally arrives with Kevin and is distraught to see all the damage. Les gives Janice a smoke alarm. Martin agrees to stay at No.8 while they clean up his flat. Matt decides he will leave with Charlie and they drive off together. Audrey pokes fun at Roy's efforts over the historical re-enactment, but Norris offers to help. Ken is covering for Charlie's classes. Maxine informs Ashley that the Ramsdens have gone and they can now get on with their lives, but Ashley is adamant. Eileen takes Sally a bottle of wine to cheer her up.