Grange Hill — Series 8

Feb 1985

The school merger puts Grange Hill in a state of confusion on the first day of term. Just what sort of pet has Calley brought to school in a cardboard box?

Feb 1985

Who is the mysterious 'Mr. S' that Annette has been seeing? Fay, Julie and Diane are determined to find out.

Feb 1985

Gonch has found a new source of revenue in a local skip, and Calley tries her hand at palm reading.

Feb 1985

Ronnie's Walkman is stolen. When it comes to helping old people, Gonch has better things to do, but Hollo's patience is rewarded.

Mar 1985

Stewpot is two-timing Claire, a production of West Side Story is planned, and Zammo starts a part-time job at a chippy.

Mar 1985

Stewpot's excuses are becoming increasingly hard for Claire to believe, and Banksie persuades Jackie to go on a date.

Mar 1985

Calley discovers disturbing facts about her past.

Mar 1985

There are more thefts occurring and Gonch concocts a new venture that brings together fake dentist appointments and rented videos.

Mar 1985

Gonch's video scheme hits new snags and Mr. Bronson is convinced Zammo, Mandy and Sarah are the thieves when he finds them near the staff room.

Mar 1985

There is a new pupil in E1 - Henry the mannequin - and he does nothing but make trouble for Gonch.

Mar 1985

Gonch bugs the staff room, and the school musical starts to take shape.

Mar 1985

Banskie launches a mission to go back to the derelict Brookdale School building.

Apr 1985

Fay and Annette plan a fun foursome, babysitting. They reckon without the boys!

Apr 1985

Banksie's brother has a stock car. N4 plan a joy ride...

Apr 1985

Gonch lands himself in deep water when he discovers Mr Bronson 's swimming habit.

Apr 1985

Departure day for the French kids. It's au revoir for some and plain goodbye for others. Roland can't face parting with Fabienne at all.

Apr 1985

A suggestion by Hollo saves the musical after the destruction of the sets and Mr. Bronson is determined to get to the bottom of the business of his lost toupee.

Apr 1985

The end of the school year and rehearsals for the Brighton Rock musical limp towards the big night. Helping hands come from unexpected quarters.

Dec 1985

At the Christmas Fair, a surprise awaits Gonch and Hollo in the furniture store, Calley is torn between her foster mother and real mother, and Roland dreams of spending Christmas in Paris.