18/08/2022

Pip and Stella go to a swimming pool but Stella stalls when it comes to actually getting in. She explains to Pip that her fear of water began when she got stuck underwater in a kayak while on a family holiday. Pip reminds Stella that she’s looking out for her, and they get in. Stella succeeds in putting her head underwater for five seconds for which she is hugely proud of herself. Once out of the water Stella considers signing up for swimming lessons and affirms that she will go through with Dunk the Vicar at the Fete. Their conversation turns to Toby’s departure. Stella advises that Pip needs to trust Toby to maintain contact with Rosie while not living in Ambridge. Pat interrogates Joy for an update on Mick after he handed over his number at the festival. They’ve been in touch by text and they’re meeting for a drink at The Bull later. But Joy’s regretting making that plan and considers backing out. Pat offers to go with her as a chaperone. At The Bull, Mick and Joy talk incessantly and laugh while Pat struggles to be part of the conversation. Mick reveals that Toyah came to the juice stall while he was overseeing it for Joy. Even though she didn’t meet her, Joy’s pleased that at least one celebrity came to the stall. Mick and Joy continue to laugh with one another and Pat announces she’s heading home. When she asks Joy if she wants a lift, Joy says she’s fine where she is.