The third highest-selling Avon rep in Spain, Val, lets us in on some secrets. Dean shows off his €300 a month bachelor pad. Eddie is hoping to crack the entertainment scene and Ms Levi G shows off her cabaret bar.
Barry has arrived in Benidorm with just €900 to his name, he hopes his magic act will win him some punters. Mick and Karen have sold their home back in Essex and hope that ploughing the money into a cabaret bar will pay off. John is unprepared when he goes about his day-to-day life picking up selling and buying disused caravans, but on one job he finds something rather disturbing.
The documentary following Brits who moved to Spain focuses on former miner Tad from Yorkshire who owns a handful of hostelries across Benidorm, dishing up English beer and food to Brits in the sun. Cameras also follow Dave, who supports his family with a variety of jobs, and scrimping pensioners Mo and Peggy, who flit between Benidorm and Bournemouth according to the weather.
The observational documentary series exploring the lives of British ex-pats in Benidorm continues, as businesswoman Vikki decides to tempt her UK-based clients into embracing the Spanish lifestyle more vigorously with a `Spanish Day' at her salon. Meanwhile, a bad break-up for 21-year-old Ben, who runs the resort's only British-owned mobility scooter business, prompts his dad Mick to fly in to provide some much-needed perspective. Plus, the show provides an insight into the world of twin sisters Catherine and Patricia, expert scrimpers who keep meticulous records of their expenditure, once managing to drop their weekly outlay to just one euro.
Dusty Crack is struggling as her earnings for her drag act have dropped from €100 to €30 a gig. Paul and Jacqui run a bar that charges more then others in the area. Eddie and Pauline have a odd place to live. Eric goes for a motorbike ride in the Spanish sun.
Featuring a `Top Ten Guide to Living in Benidorm on the Cheap', revealing that life as a budget expat is possible for almost any pocket, before catching up with some of the big characters from the season. Scouse singer Eddie, Essex campsite worker Dean and Wigan granny Maria explain where to find super-cheap digs, and how to turn a caravan into a home with all mod cons. Last in the series
Paul is offering folk a taste of home with his afternoon teas and five euro fry-ups. Scottish couple Dawn-Cherie and Tom bought a caravan online and plan to move into their cut-price holiday home. Meanwhile Karen has set up Spanish lessons for ex-pats.
Newcomers Chris and Gary have decided to change their lives and start a new life in Spain after saving money in a mattress. Meanwhile Scotsman Graham has set up his own organised pub crawl idea, but it's down to his team to attract customers.
Chris and Gary have found the perfect apartment, and now Chris has an important question to ask his boyfriend. Retirees Ann and Mark make the most of Benidorm's camping scene. Bradford-born Chris opens an antique shop.
Dave opens a Mexican restaurant with Tony. Lisa and Tia take on a bar situated up in the hills and try to drum up trade. Dog rescuer Linda is worried about sick pup Donny, and Phil and Jackie from Sheffield scour the charity shops looking for bargains.
Geoff has become the first Mr Whippy of Benidorm. Katie is on a mission to persuade businesses to donate items for a charity auction. Mandy is hoping to raise cash with arts and crafts, and drag artist Colin is hoping to get promotional work with his horse.
Cabaret star Mark is shooting a video. Vina and Nilam are hoping their curry business will be a success. Tattoo kings Blane and Mark are hoping to make big profits, and retired Stan searches for lost change on the beach to afford extra treats.
Former Glaswegian taxi drivers Pete and Kath came to Benidorm to retire, but then took on a bar. Michael is on a fishing trip with three mates from Villamar campsite. Fitness instructor Anthony has organised a campsite coach trip to the stunning Algar waterfalls, while James and David have rented a working farm.
Wayne and Des' charity hits its first birthday with a unique fun day. Jonny Hellraiser is a heavy metal guitar legend on the Costa Blanca, and he has bought himself a nest egg in the form of a 1950s-style diner. Business is hectic for wedding planner Louise, while auction boss Tony and old business partner Peter have gone their separate ways.
Looking to open a bar, Welsh couple Ben and Kate check over five available properties, Jo and Jan try to raise money to fund their dog shelter, and car dealer Duncan offers a peculiar reward to his staff if they hit their monthly target.
Jacqui works the night markets down on the prom, Victor faces selling his motorhome of 18 years, Gary holds a cake-off competition to raise cash, and Colin's dance classes are the place to be on Wednesday nights.
Jill Newman-Rodgers rushes to the aid of an abandoned horse.
Christian and Mandy, the organisers of the annual Pride festival, are 4,000 euros short of the 18,000 required to stage the weekend-long party - and if that were not bad enough, the costumes are seven sizes too big. With two weeks left, can the duo save the day? Cameras also follow bar owner Cath as she prepares to host a hen party for 14 excited Northern Irish women and Leeds lad Peter, who publishes a free pocket guide to the Costa del Sol.
Mandy and Christian's Pride parade finally arrives, but what begins as a stressful day only gets worse when the generator powering the speakers packs up. Can the duo turn things around or will the the revellers be expected to dance to a silent soundtrack? Meanwhile, cockney limo driver Johnny Diamond books two big jobs on the same night, and Bury couple Andy and Sue settle in to their static caravan in the Spanish countryside. Last in the series
Return of the documentary following Brits who moved to Spain, swapping the UK for a new life in the sun. The first edition follows drag duo John and Barry, known as `Dragtastic", who get to work repairing dozens of outfits, while also dealing with their respective day jobs of cooking and teaching. Elsewhere, pensioners Ray and Christine try to adapt to the high summer heat, while ARCH horse charity founder Jill races to the rescue of a neglected white stallion.
Bambi shows newcomers Howard and Lynne around the caravan park and treats them to a Bollywood evening. But unaware to the couple the host has recently gone vegan, so it turns out to be a meat-free knees-up. Kim and Matt reopen their chip shop after a devastating fire which forced them to shut for a year and Harrison is down on the marina, trying to sell tickets for the Black Pearl pirate ship tour.
Expats Russell and Lindsay hope to attract punters to their convenience store with a selection of pastries, while retired nurse Susie and her husband Reg, who volunteer at a dog shelter, have their hands full with a littler of 10 puppies. Life coach Svetlana's online rants about the behaviour of expats on the Costa del Sol have gone viral. But as she prepares to record another monologue, she has a surprise up her sleeve.
A crown green bowling team in Saydo are determined to end their losing streak, while Joe and Jan receive some devastating news concerning the future of the dog shelter. A Peterborough man who relocated to the Costa Del Sol launches his mobile cocktail bar, and a former racehorse that has been repeatedly rehomed and returned to the rescue centre may finally have found the right owner.
New Saydo Park arrivals Carole and Phyllis already love life in Spain but they want to experience more of the community spirit, so they sign up for fellow resident Margaret's mystery tour. Where will it take them? Tree surgeon Rocky faces danger on a daily basis as he tends to the high branches of the Costa del Sol, while young magician Dean faces the first night of a residency at the Chamber of Secrets theatre.
Expats Graham and Linda hope want to open a takeaway in Benalmadena which specialises in selling pies, but their dream has been put on hold until the council grants them permission. Will it all prove to be pie in the sky? Caravan site boss Bambi and her neighbour Johnny, who is also her former dance partner, try to rekindle their old magic at the campsite charity fete. Taffy and Leanne have set up their own pool maintenance business - but it's their own pool that is causing them the biggest headache.
Two ex-pats buy the bar they discovered on their honeymoon 21 years before, while a tattooist moonlights as both a reggae singer and a DIY visual artist. A Scottish couple bought a bargain Segway business, but making it work takes a lot of hard graft.
Novice shopkeepers Russell and Lindsay have a crisis on their hands when the meat-and-veg packs they have ordered are delivered in the wrong sizes. Ex-nurse Susie and husband Reg spend Christmas Day volunteering at a dog shelter in Estepona, and Doncaster lass Margaret belts out a few tunes with the choir - but they are a bit out of tune. Scottish couple Ivor and Barbara prepare for their first Christmas in Spain since arriving six months ago.
Salesperson Bambi offers a peek inside her luxury caravan.
Andrea and Paul are forced to close their bar.
Mike had never been abroad until he arrived in Spain two years ago. He's now working as a local handyman and has no intention of going back home.
We catch up with Russell, Lindsay and their daughter.
Cameras focus on Jan and her son Glen. She moved to Saydo in Andalucia 17 years ago with her husband Ken, who passed away over the summer. To celebrate Ken's love of a good knees-up, Glen's putting on the biggest party Saydo's ever seen. Plus, a look at Benalmadena, where Laura and Phil, together with six of their friends back in the UK, have bought two bars.
To escape from her hectic life selling statics, Bambi and best friend Johnny hit the road for a coastal camping mini-break near Marbella, while cafe owners Dave and Sue try to cut costs and put down roots by swapping their rental property for something more permanent.
We join drag queen and horse lover Colin "Coco" Brown. Colin moved in with his Spanish boyfriend Sebastian and decided to use land around their house to make a horse rescue centre.
We meet hard-working Dave, who has a huge bar refurb project -and he has just four weeks to complete it. It’s not just his business that’s expanding - so is Dave’s family.
A couple uses the land around their house to build a horse rescue centre that can accommodate nine horses at a time. We visit a retired Yorkshire couple who bough a caravan.
Recent arrivals on the Costa Blanca Tony and Linda want to make their new home perfect and are planning a major renovation of their caravan.
Married couple Samantha and Richard have been in Spain for 20 years, living in a house they built themselves in the hills of Benidorm.
Former police officer Louise Bradley has said farewell to her life in the UK to live in Spain and work as a wedding planner.
Best friends Bambi Dhami and Johnny Weatherby return to Costa Del Sol to find knick nacks to decorate the caravans that Bambi now sells in her new home.
We join Jojo on a tour of her new home, discover all the money saving bargains she has been able to fill it with and learn more about her continued devotion to her late husband.
A woman from a previous season returns and offers a tour of her new home; a hairdresser does hair at exclusive high-end parties; rescue dogs are saved from summer wildfires.
We meet John Hamill and his cousin, Jamie Waite, who are grafting hard in Spain to find their spot in the sun. together, they run 'La Parra', rumoured to be the longest established British fish and chip shop on the Costa del Sol.
We meet a new character, Aaron Lawrence, better known to his fans up and down Costa Del Sol as drag act 'Spice'. Aaron shares the secrets of dragging up with us.
We meet Colin Coco Brown - drag queen by night, loving husband, father and Animal Rescue Centre Boss by day. A property on their farm is revamped for the rental market.
We meet once more with Bambi and Jonnie as they share with us their new life in Huelva, where Jonnie gets a lovely surprise for his birthday.
We meet a new character-82-year-old Valley Girl Val, straight from Wales to the heart of the Costa del sol.
We meet up with Colin Coco Brown for our second visit of the week to him on his beautiful farm and animal rescue centre in the hills above Benidorm.
Tony and Claire Carey moved from the Costa Del Sol to a village on the Costa Blanca and show us around their new home.
We meet Tracey and Mike. They run two bars on the Costa Del Sol. The first bought from its original owner on an especially good night during a holiday four years ago.
We meet Joe and Jan, a couple of well-loved characters who have been married for 49 years and will be familiar to fans for their work running the Las Chance Animal Rescue Centre.
We meet new characters Dennis and Nestor, and we follow them during the planning of their wedding ceremony. We also catch up with series favourite Mel West.
We meet Louise and Ed, owners of their own catering company in the town of Sotogrande and follow them as they serve up traditional English Sunday roasts to their growing clientele.
We meet again with series favourites Bambi and Johnny. They've been busy since we last met them with a move along the Mediterranean to the beautiful, quiet coastal town of Huelva.
We meet with Johnny Diamond, who, as his name suggests, is an absolute geezer and prides himself on having more front than Brighton.
We meet sunchaser John Hamill, who runs the longest established British fish and chip shop on the Costa Del Sol six days a week. And on the seventh he sells bric-a-brac.
We meet couple Deb and Dave who traded in the delights of Essex for a home in a beautiful 'pueblo blanco' or traditional white village on a mountain overlooking the Mediterranean.
We meet up with 82-year-old Val Williams, originally from the valleys of Wales and now a Bargain loving Brit resident in Mijas on the Costa Del Sol.
We meet up again with Ding Dong Val, a sales lady with attitude who keeps the complexions of the Costa Blanca creamy and cute.
We meet Wayne and his partner Lisa. When he's not fixing computers, Wayne's a one-an Beatles tribute act, performing up and down the Costa del Sol.
We meet Louise and her partner Ed, who run a catering company in the beautiful town of Sotogrande on the Costa del Sol.
We meet a couple of new characters who are grafting hard in Spain to find their spot in the sun.
We meet East London baker Lee, who has transferred his skills to Benidorm, where he's offering a British alternative to traditional Spanish baked goods.
In this episode of this series of Bargain Loving Brits in the Sun, we meet children's party entertainer Natalie, who is striving to be the 'Queen of parties' on the Costa Del Sol.
Removals man Simon Duggan follows his dream of turning his photography 'side-hustle' into his main gig.
We meet Janette and her partner, Ray, who enjoy their new life in Spain after retiring from the UK 11 years ago. Janette now runs her candle and wax melts business from their home.
Looking back at some of the best bits of the series, we see best friends and neighbours Bambi Dhami and Johnny Weatherby return from their new home in Huelva.
We meet new characters Ellie and Jim who have just got married and also set up their brand-new café in Benidorm.
We meet climbing hostel owners Sam & Rich. They've a coach load of guests about to arrive. Giving them a 'mountain to climb' to get everything ready in time.
We catch up with ex-army officer Diane Findlay-Craig, hosting a black-tie function for a Benidorm charity very dear to her.
We catch up with Jojo Love and join her on a tour of her new home, discover all the money saving bargains she has been able to fill it with, and learn a little more about her.
We meet Bambi Dhami as she teaches new characters Peter the art of selling caravans on the Costa Del Sol. Peter knows she will be able to teach him a lot.
We meet expat Clint Valentine, who has swapped shoe sales for the Costa Del Sol. Clint films his boss falling from a horse she's training, breaking her back.
We meet Mark Ellis, one of Benidorm's top entertainers. We also meet Cumbrian lass Pat Earle, president of a local animal rescue charity.
We meet up again with drag artist Wayne, A.K.A Miss Levi, and husband Des, who are cooking up no less than 25 hearty meals to give to the local homeless community.
A retired realtor, Fiona now spends her time helping out her local dog charity. There's a cake sale fundraiser on the horizon, so she and friends are busy baking in the kitchen.
We meet up again with Yorkshire-born chip shop owner 'John the Fish'. He spends his week chopping, frying, battering and bantering with his cousin Jamie.
We meet up again with a young couple to tell their story of a brand-new child of the Costas. Their new baby is spending the first part of her life in an incubator.
We meet series favourite Colin 'Coco' Brown, who we usually see working hard at the animal rescue centre and farm he runs with his partner, Sebastian, and son, Hugo.
We meet new character Uncle Ron, Yorkshire expat, haulage contractor and now the owner of multiple bars around Benidorm. We follow his trials and tribulations.
Series favourites Tony and Michelle swapped Essex for a new life on the Costa Del Sol 13 years ago. They now run a business together supplying awnings and glass walls.
We meet up again with Cockney cheese mongers Deb and Dave, who bring a taste of Britain to their customers on the Costa Blanca.
We meet up with Tony and Claire as they enjoy a carefree day in the Spanish sun. With gold and some lunch at the 19th hole, threatened only by Tony's proud boasting.
We join Beckii and Simon on a big day, welcoming the newest member of their family home.
We join Yorkshire lads and cousins John and Jamie down at Fuengirola market.
We learn about Mel's relaxed living and cousins John and Jamie enjoying a day off.
Barbecue caterer Paul AKA 'Chunkz' is looking to expand his business The Saucy Pig.
Andrea Speed in Coin has been single for almost 10 years, but wants to start dating again.
James and Peter are excited to reunite their daughter with her dog.
Louise and Ed are planning for their big day as they are finally getting married.
Clint Valentine wants to try out a new business idea: coach trips.
Valerie is getting ready to make new friends at her lunch club 'Simply Thriving'.
Hollie Houston is transitioning into a career teaching women to love their inner selves.
Diane has become the newly appointed Chairman of the RBL Benidorm. A position with added responsibility and she's using it to positive effect by throwing a BBQ fundraiser.
We meet married couple Paul and Nathan who have lived in the Costa Blanca for four years. They work together as reps, organising stag and hen parties in Benidorm.
Fuelled by success yet based in the warmth and reality of the lives of cousins John & Jamie, we will see family rivalry taking the forefront in a playful outlet of fun.
Ash is opening a brand-new performance for night gigs with another singer.
Paula is hoping her team will come through on a special anniversary event.
James is hoping that he can convince the owner's of Dinger's to host an exhibition of his work. Paula is hoping her team will come through on a special anniversary event.
We saw Colin Coco Brown renovating a property with Sebastian to create a B&B at the farm, to increase their income to the charity.
Bargain Loving Brits joins Frank who's renown in Benidorm for helping out in different bars, whether it be out of kindness, for charity or even for a couple of pints
After meeting the love of her life in Benidorm 6 years ago, Nicola's dream is to move over from Huddersfield and open a new family run bar.
We meet Chris and follow him through the challenges of the day running and managing the largest Paintball and Adventure facility in all of the Iberian Peninsula.
Dave has always dreamed of kayaking in the National Park lakes with his best mate. The small problem is that neither of them know how to kayak.
Lorna arranges a pool party for all the Saydo residents. Lee makes a big life decision; he's selling his bakery.
We revisit Carolyn Drew - B&B and wig shop owner in the Costa Del Sol.
Dave dreams of kayaking with his best mate - but neither of them know how to kayak
Lorna arranges a pool party for all the Saydo residents. Lee makes a big life decision.
Cameras reveal how the British expats celebrate Christmas in their own unique way on the Spanish Costas. It's a season where new traditions are created, from festive feasts on the beach and hilarious carol concerts, to family reunions in the sun.
We join young mobility scooter tycoon Ben Redrup as he opens his brand-new shop. There are ups and downs as Ben wrestles with the local council over his shop's licenses. Will he get what he needs to keep the people of Benidorm cruising across the town in style, or will the new shop be an absolute "car crash"? Bargain Loving Legend Val Daly changes lanes from others' wellbeing and appearance to her own (whilst never missing a sale!) as she steps on the scales at her local slimming club. Can Val turn a bad result into something positive? Johnny and Bambi team up to show the residents of their local caravan park the benefits of some harmonic healing with Johnny's new Singing Bowl business. Some may be soothed, others may come away with a headache! All this plus we join other Bargain Loving Brits as they show us how to live well on a budget in sunny Spain.
Following Brits abroad in Spain, including Colin the Benidorm drag queen and his animals.
Tricia has a busy day ahead of her as she organises a fundraiser for a local cancer charity in Benidorm. Meanwhile, Andrea gives Yvonne a trial run at her bar on the Costa Del Sol.
On the Costa Del Sol, Londoner Carolyn prepares to trial a new menu at her Caribbean restaurant, and in Benidorm, Wayne has a surprise in store for his husband Des.
Entertainer Rocking Stephanie is a huge fan of music legend Shakin' Stevens, and has a new look to debut at her gig. There is also love in the air at a speed-dating event.
Essex boy Colin is determined to live a healthier life on the Costa Blanca. He ropes in his mate Pete, trying to convince him to join him for a walk and a visit to the mud baths.
A woman who longs to relocate to Benidorm has a taste of that it would be like to live and work there, as she spends the day volunteering at Colin Coco Brown's horse rescue centre.
In Torremolinos, Wayne Ward is busy preparing for his birthday party. Elsewhere in Albir, Louis has a surprise in store for his fiancé Pablo.
Wayne and Des in Benidorm prepare for their annual charity calendar once again, where participants are photographed naked. And Demi expands the menu at her business.
On the Costa Blanca, Beckie hopes to raise some money at the dog shelter where she volunteers. On the Costa Del Sol, Mel spreads the word about living self-sufficiently and off-grid.
Pub landlady Paula braves a rainy day to drum up trade, Susan gets help running her horse rescue centre, and musician Wayne is asked to help judge a weekly talent contest.
Yorkshire couple Kyle and Lauren are tying the knot in Albir, near Benidorm. Plus Simon the Meatloaf tribute act, and we catch up with shop owners Peter and James.
Liverpudlian Louis and artist fiance Pablo say goodbye to their Albir apartment and hello to a caravan in Benidorm. And entrepreneur Wenda launches her new fashion line.
Hair salon and cafe owner Anne plans an afternoon treat for her staff, and we meet car boot upcycler Sarah. Plus in Ojen, Tomas has fallen in love with drag queen Felix.
Yorkshire couple and brass band players Ian and Sandra plan their retirement from the restaurant business, and ex-policeman Rod sets up a market at a local expat club.
We meet Gemma, who teaches line dancing lessons to ex-pats, and bakers Graham and Linda, who test out two new bakes: the haggis pie and rabbit pie. Which will prove most popular?
Paula has a novel way of attracting customers to her new pub, running solo traveler walking tours. Susan hopes her horse charity fundraising quiz is a hit.
Property manager John prepares for his first-ever float at Torremolinos Pride.
Mel celebrates his 76th birthday with go-karting and a pottery class.
Dog charity volunteers Mick and Paul have a seriously poorly pup at the vets.
Liverpudlian Heidi is expanding her cafe to offer picnics for weddings on the beach.
Wiganer Maria plans a go-karting treat for her adrenaline junkie wife Jill.
Andrea and Paul celebrate the anniversary of their show bar with a charity announcement.
Choir member Sean sings his first solo in tribute to a departed friend.
Married couple Tracey and Neil are gearing up for the opening of their new bar.
Sixty-one-year-old Gill takes a coach load of customers on a day trip.
Tracey and her husband Neil took on another bar - and it's the venue's opening event.
Louisa, who has started a new job as a tour guide, practices her skills on her best mate.
Colin, who runs a farm and animal sanctuary, opens the doors for a family fun day.
In El Rocio, Jojo comes to a fundraiser for her late friend Johnny.
'Happy Days' Graham Boland welcomes a new love into his life - a puppy.
Mark Ellis a.k.a Ruby Rox is opening a new drag show.
Essex-born Brit and disk jockey Jessie Brooke prepares for a female-only rave.
A new daytime run sees Sam and Rich Mayfield refurbish a junk room to generate some additional revenue, and Elvis (aka Richard Pope) enters and exits the building one final time.
Bar owner Geoff is expanding into the letting business with help from his pal Phil, and Pat Earle is fundraising for her BARC charity with a fiercely competitive golf tournament.
Best friends Bambi and Johnny perfect their costumes before the annual Pride! party, for which Wayne and Des are putting together a float. Leigh hosts a murder mystery event.
Entertainer Alex introduces her 'Romeo', and a couple get spicy in the kitchen.
Tattoos, birthday surprises and a delivery of 500 fish are par for the course for Essex grafter Jacqueline. Plus, Val Daly's weight loss and the invaluable work of charity Age Care.
Colin sets out to raise the necessary cash to re-home two new donkeys. And, after weeks of practice, the Rude Boys prepare to perform an original single at El Mojito.
All the latest fun and money-making schemes with the British ex-pats.
Bambi has a wardrobe malfunction and a Robbie Williams tribute act gets ready to conquer Benidorm.
Singer Gemma spices up the Costa Del Sol, and the kitchen heats up in Benidorm for a pair of chefs.
Entertainer Alex introduces her 'Romeo', and a couple get spicy in the kitchen.
Mini mart owners James and Peter are promoting mindfulness alongside the biscuits and baked beans. Singer Laura-Elen takes the day off to celebrate her 50th Birthday.
Lancashire lass and tour guide Gill takes a coach of Brits to sample life as a beekeeper, and drag queen cum animal sanctuary owner Colin deals with extreme weather.
Holiday makers and engaged couple Lolly and Merv research their retirement dream in Benidorm. And busy mum Sophie begins training for the London Marathon.
Make-up sales person Val Daly has her sights set on the blokes of the Costa Blanca, and bar and Air B&B owners Graham and Kaye try out their first tapas night.
Wigan couple Jane and Andy joined a team of volunteers at a donkey sanctuary three months ago, and it's given them a new lease of life. Ant Pate styles his new bedroom.
Mary hosts an event at her home in the woods in Andalusia for a local animal charity. Ant prepares for a housewarming, inviting girls from his water aerobics class to christen his pad.
We meet comedian and leopard print fan Lucy, who moved to Estepona from Brighton six years ago. Tonight she is holding a comedy night with her friend and mentor Nic.
We join Wiganers and charity workers Jane and Andy who volunteer at a nearby donkey sanctuary. They are hoping to combine two passions: charity work with cooking.
Andy from Hull returns. He aspires to leave the UK behind and move to Spain permanently to become an entertainer. Today he hopes to get a step closer to his dream.
Hairdresser and salon owner Dennis, from Dundee, has a busy day of bookings. But there is an issue with a leaky water pipe, which, if it can't be fixed, may mean shutting the salon.
The continuing adventures of British ex-pats in Spain.
The continuing adventures of British ex-pats in Spain.
The continuing adventures of British ex-pats in Spain.
The continuing adventures of British ex-pats in Spain.
The continuing adventures of British ex-pats in Spain.
Burnley lad and magician Matt recently lost seven stone in weight. To celebrate, he's hoping he's fit enough to reintroduce his old favourite straitjacket escape into his act.
Furniture store owner Haley faces her biggest job of the year - a client who wants her to furnish their villa. To add to the pressure, she's left her dad in charge at the store.
Natalie has three jobs to make ends meet, including working as a children's entertainer. And now she is starting a fourth role, teaching kids at a local dance academy.
In Fuengirola, Andy and Matt prep for a fundraiser at their new bar. They've already had a warning from the noise police, but the pair are persevering. And Paula's pal Louis has a special day for her.
Comedian Lucy hopes to convince her friend Carla to have a stab at stand-up. So Lucy sets up a series of challenges so her buddy can combat her fears.
Things get spooky on Colin's animal rescue centre, when Colin organises a Halloween themed family fun day to raise cash to look after his rescued horses and donkeys.
In Fuengirola, we meet 38-year-old Londoner Lisa, who swapped her busy life as a beautician for a lower key life in Spain, and despite the sun is feeling a little lonely.
Shane and Chrissy's poolside bar has been open for just over four weeks now - but they are running low on beer. Expat Lucy, from Brighton, is in the market for a bit of romance.
Fashion-savvy sisters Annabelle and Amelia prepare to put on a show at their boutique. Ian heads out for a day in the tourist hot spot of Nerja, including its famous pre-historic caves.
Wayne and Lisa prepare to move from the holiday hotspot of Torremolinos to the quainter, quieter Torrox Pueblo. James unveils his art exhibition at a local cafe, but will soaring temperatures put off customers?
Paul and Mick hope that a fundraiser - involving a paddling pool and some bingo balls! - will help with their dog rescue charity. In Marbella, Wenda and her son head to a tattoo parlour.
In Manilva, children's entertainer Natalie is booked by a local family-friendly venue to host a Halloween event. And one of Colin's pygmy goats seems to have gone into labour.
This episode features dog handling, cheese-making and a spot of decorating where much of the paint ends up on the painters!.
It's action stations at Shani's undies emporium, and Benidorm gets sparkly for Pride.My5 list this as Episode 47
Beni-born Brit Sandra takes the reins at her family's restaurant for a night, and Ant Pate is determined to find a venue to host a whopping 50-person Assumption Day event.
Mobility scooter tycoon Ben opens his brand-new shop, but wrestles with the council over his shop's licenses. Johnny and Bambi demonstrate the benefits of harmonic healing.
A brand new run of episodes begins with Shane and partner Chrissy, who opened their pool-side bar just 14 weeks ago. Today Shane's mum is over to visit...
Colin faces a busy day as the vet visits his farm to carry out health checks on various animals. Will the emus behave themselves or inflict some painful pecking?
Twenty-five-year-old hotel manager Grace holds a pop-up market to lure in business, and 61-year-old Mark tries padel - a popular Spanish fusion of squash and tennis.
In La Cala De Mijas, sisters Amelia and Annabelle publicise their clothing boutique with a catwalk fashion show. Plus a trip to the popular Lemon Tree Market in Albir.
Pride organiser Mandy Quinn plans a night away in her newly purchased campervan with good friend Daniela, who wants to see if campervan life is for her too.
Fifty-year-old Welsh singer Laura Elen organises a zipwire ride alongside boyfriend Rob - but will she feel brave when she comes face to face with the very high wire?
In Benidorm, fish and chip shop owner Caroline and pal Jan prepare to celebrate colleague Connie's birthday, organising a surprise rooftop Mexican themed party complete with a pinata, balloons and cake.
Young at heart 73-year-old Rich and his wife of 49 years Cazzie keep young and active by organising events, and today the duo host their monthly musical open mic night at a local restaurant.
DJ Jessie organises the Benidorm Pride opening party and is hoping to kick start events with a mixture of upbeat acts and pumping tracks - but then the poolside audio system fails to work...
Wayne Ward and his wife Lisa enjoy a Segway ride through the beautiful Spanish scenic countryside, then flamenco dancing, before Wayne creates a traditional paella.
Husband and wife Alan and Pat leave their much loved three-bed rural home to move to Saydo caravan park. In Benalmadena, Tony hosts a musical fundraiser to raise money for bowel cancer.
In the coastal town of Fuengirola, Andy and his wife Karen run a busy sports bar which tonight hosts his 60th birthday with friends, a karaoke machine, and Andy's bewigged Ozzy Osbourne tribute.
Nine months ago, Louise and Alban bought their poolside bar in Benalmadena, and today the residents' pool officially opens for the season. Octogenarian Val hosts a red carpet charity night.
JoJo Love, who has been selling caravans for just over a year, hands over keys to the owners of her biggest sale to date as Leslie and Paul spend £100k on their dream static home.
Sisters Annabelle and Amelia, who opened a boutique clothes shop in Mijas a year ago, celebrate their parents' 30th wedding anniversary, culminating in a cable car ride.
In Manilva, new bar and restaurant owner Steve Gough needs to get the tills ringing and customers through the door, so he's planning his first 'fish and chip Friday'.
Natalie Birkett, who works four jobs, prepares for a busy day ahead. Today she's taking on her role as a children's entertainer to host a pink themed pamper party for a nine-year-old girl.
On the Costa Blanca, best buddies Mick and Paul make plans to help rehome some of their 90 rescue dogs. And singer Wayne Ward realises he's forgotten his four-year wedding anniversary is today.
Singer Laura prepares for a gig at Saydo Caravan Park, accompanied by boyfriend - and roadie - Rob. And Mike Goosey's game of golf is invaded by ducks on the green.
Bar owner Simon Dearing, who runs a popular fund-raising quiz, plans something different - a topless calendar highlighting his patrons' beer bellies! But his models fail to turn up for the photo shoot.
In Benidorm, hairdresser Sharon gears up for the salon's busiest day of the week. On the Costa Calida, amateur boxer Danny spends time with his 21-year-old son, who is over from the UK for a fortnight.
The Truscott family left the UK behind after buying a hotel they saw online located on the Costa Blanca in Algorfa. Novice manager Grace must master the art of housekeeping while also overseeing building works.
Bar owner Simon Dearing sets up for his weekly bargain tapas night. And Beccie organises an event to help raise much-needed funds for an animal rescue centre.
Sam and Andy Harvey moved to Spain with their three kids to start a car rental and repair garage business. Today, at the beach, can the kids impress their parents with their Spanish language skills?
Husband and wife Alan and Pat recently moved to Saydo Caravan Park, hoping to find a busier social life. Avid rambler Alan introduces the idea of a walking group, but will the new neighbours get on board?
In Benidorm Stockport-born lass Caroline, who has run her popular chippy for five years, test drives some potential new menu additions, including a battered sausage with a twist and deep-fried chocolate.
Sam and Mick from Tamworth arrive in the Costa Del Sol to take ownership of a new caravan which they've only seen online. Will their static home be all they hoped for?
Ellie and Jim take a well-earned day off from running their cafè to enjoy their second wedding anniversary. Jim hopes to relive their wedding day with a romantic gesture for his wife.
It's Halloween on the Costas and no one loves the scary season more than Lancashire lad Wayne Ward who is throwing his first fancy dress Halloween party.
After moving to Torrevieja, Colin piled on 2.5 stone in weight. In a bid to get healthy, Colin started walking and filming his walking tours, becoming popular online. Today Colin's attempting a new route.
Jamie Waite takes on the management of a sports bar, and Jenny Crandley trains the next generation of funeral directors.
Following the festive season for Brits who have moved to Spain, swapping the damp and grey conditions of the UK for a new `cheap-as-chips" life in the Spanish sun.
