Name: First Dates Hotel
Genre: Reality, Romance
Rating: 4.0
Cast: Brian Protheroe, Fred Sirieix, Merlin Griffiths, Cici Coleman, Laura Nicole Tott

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Brian Protheroe

Fred Sirieix

Merlin Griffiths

Cici Coleman

Laura Nicole Tott

Sam Conrad

Austin Ventour

Duncan James

Fred from First Dates invites single people to his very own summer season of love at a luxury hotel in the south of France

First Dates Hotel

Maarten Vissers

Megan

Marija

TRAILER: The First Dates Hotel | Monday 10pm | Channel 4

Can fashion model Kelly, street cleaner Bruce, personal trainer Joey, Scottish dancer Paddy, eco-geek Finella and sustainable architect Richard find love?

Episode 1

Guests checking into the hotel looking for love this week include electrician Eddie - who turns into a nervous wreck when he's with a woman and financial analyst Poppy who fears men don't see past her wheelchair.

Episode 2

A summer storm hits the hotel, but will lightning strike for blonde bombshell Bella on her date with well-to-do Tom? Will Basement Jaxx singer Sharlene find a man to share the spotlight with her?

Episode 3

Adam and Dean, a couple of likely lads from Manchester, check in for dates with best friends Kate and Charlotte. 39-year-old sign language interpreter Peter struggles with the language of love.

Episode 4

Stand-up comedian Louise is known for her potty mouth but her love life's in the toilet. Can Gemma, who once danced with Prince William, find her Prince Charming? And electrician Eddie's back.

Episode 5

Handsome devout Christian Jordan survived a brain tumour at 24 and is ready to grab life and love with both hands. Meanwhile, comedian Louise returns to the hotel for a second date.

Episode 6

Fred Sirieix and team help singletons find love, at a new First Dates hotel in Italy. Kaylee meets Charlie by the pool but they're each meant to be on a date with someone else.

Fitness fanatic Bernard, who's 87, meets ballroom dancing grandma Ruth. And the love triangle is resolved: does single mum Kaylee have a chance with cheeky Charlie after his date with model Jada?

'Daddy cool' Darill and single mum Millie seem well matched, but there are some things you shouldn't say on a date... And retired psychic Marie's ideal man is someone no one could have predicted.

Marie from Bolton, who's been enjoying the poolside views, meets Rastafarian poet Devon. Penny meets muscular Griff, whose childhood hearing impairment has affected his confidence.

Pansexual bingo caller Nick and Harry Potter fan Lewis realise that they have a lot in common. Sharon and Andy go for an impromptu moonlit ghost hunt. And a previously unsuccessful dater returns.

Fashionista Sara and DJ Jo often attract younger men but they're looking for something more meaningful. Youth worker Tom's luggage went missing, so he has to borrow a date outfit from Sam the waiter.

Following a painful marriage, glamorous tattooed policewoman Emma meets bearded carpenter Luke, in one of the most passionate dates in the show's history. Meanwhile, flight attendant Andrew is finally ready to find love again, following the tragicsuicide of his husband, and is set up on a date with fellow Bristolian David, who has a lust for life and a thirst for fine Italian wines.

A new batch of the young and beautiful eye each other up in the Italian sunshine. Sweating in the shade is pie man Paul, 28. What he lacks in bronzed abdominals he makes up for in charm. His potential paramour is blonde doggie day care worker Kimmy, a salt-of-the-earth bombshell who's tired of having her heart broken. As Paul battles nerves, he threatens to derail their burgeoning romance before it's even begun with a hair-raising revelation. Next, after the breakdown of her 17 year marriage, 40-year-old property mogul Michelle seeks to build foundations for a new relationship with investment manager and ex-army man Rudy. On paper it's a perfect match. He's a smooth-talking society bachelor from moneyed Mayfair, and she brokers multi-million pound deals for a living. The only problem is Rudy's determined to maintain an inimitable mystique, clamming up at any personal question. With Michelle determined to unpick this enigmatic stranger, will she be able to scratch the surface in time?

After last week's shock revelation that blind daters Lauren and Pat are friends from back home, the soap opera continues this week as Lauren sets out to win Pat's heart. Eternally placed firmly in the friend zone, she's determined that history won't repeat itself this time. As the cocktails flow, and with flirting high on Lauren's agenda, will these friends finally become lovers? Bowtie firmly tied, dapper Essex farmer George is looking for a wife. Having ploughed a lonely furrow for the last five years, he's seeking a lady who's not afraid to get dirty down on the farm. More than up for the challenge is agricultural surveyor and farmer-phile Louise who, at 27, has never had a boyfriend. Armed with her trusty list of sure-fire questions to ask on a date - this muddy match is off to a great start. Glam granny Ros believes that most men her age are either 'married or dead'. A widowed charity shop worker from Wales, she's searching for a man to inject a bit of va va voom in the bedroom.

For most daters a holiday in the Italian sun is the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind, but not for 23-year-old perfectionist Sophie, who has a list of requirements as long as her arm, and an ideal man in mind. Reporting for duty is strapping ex-army mechanic Daryl, but 20 minutes into the date, Sophie's convinced that Daryl's not the love of her life. As the floodgates open, waitress Laura provides a shoulder to cry on. Can she turn the tide for this unhappy couple? Plasterer Ryland, who's 33, has spent the last two years recovering from cocaine addiction. Now happy and healthy, this footy-mad lad would happily choose love over Spurs winning the league. He meets no-nonsense barmaid and West Ham fan Amanda; are they a match made in heaven?

Sharon - who wears her heart on her sleeve - meets Kenny, but he isn't giving much away. And can First Dates Hotel assistant manager Francesca teach plucky mummy's boy Ash to be a Casanova?

Mark - the former Dean of Rochester - is new to the world of gay dating. Can Balwant be his guiding light? Meanwhile, red-haired beauty Georgie is looking for a 'hot nerd'.

Maitre-d Fred Sirieix returns to the luxury hotel, where he and his matchmakers welcome singletons from across the UK. First to nab a poolside lounger is royal family-obsessed perfumer Perry, who's already turning heads in some natty gold trunks. He's on the scent for a man who can get the seal of approval from his beloved mum and dog Dolly. His match is 43-year-old art dealer Naveed, whose pre-date nerves could be his undoing. Single dad and builder Richard is trying to find someone he can resonate with on a spiritual level. Heartbroken after the breakup of his marriage, he's checked in hoping to restore his faith in love

Another group of singletons check in to the luxury hotel. They include radio station manager Paul and cruise ship dancer Anna, who find an instant connection - only for their budding romance to be threatened by a secret that Paul is reluctant to reveal. Meanwhile, fun-loving lawyer Lianne is paired with fellow legal eagle Sia, who is looking for his first girlfriend - and it soon become clear there's a definite spark between the pair - while philosophy student Finn has primary school teacher Georgia firmly in his sights. The only problem is, these two are destined to be matched up with other dates.

Among the guests is 83-year-old Dorit, a former international jazz singer, who's seeking a 'grey-haired stud'. Plus: the resolution to the previous episode's love triangle.

Single mum and hairdresser Amie has a heaven-sent date with Jesus lookalike Kurt, restaurant salesman Matt hopes to seal a deal with romance, and part-time actor Simon seeks his leading man

Blue heart-throb and actor Duncan James entrusts Fred Sirieix with his first-ever public date as an out gay man. And single mum Jessica meets sweet-natured ex-soldier Dean.

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A Cornish woman with a love of dancing dates a man who runs a pasty business in Plymouth, a guest in her seventies is hoping to meet someone like Sean Connery, and an estate agent claims to be looking for a workman with a lot of pockets.

Maitre d' Fred Sirieix and his staff take care of another group of singletons hoping to find love while staying in a luxury hotel. Last week saw online acquaintances Georgia and Rachael meet by chance at the hotel pool. Now they are on dates with their male matches - only for one person to be left with a difficult dilemma that could result in a broken heart. Meanwhile, antiques dealer Alex and opera singer Hannah check in for their romantic rendezvous, and sparks fly when cab driver Josie meets plumber Martin.

Love is in the air once more in Italy, as more hopeful singletons check in to the hotel, hoping to find their soulmate. Musician Jonathan is seeking a muse and spiritual healer, while 5ft 4 Reece finds his modest stature a stumbling block when dating, but connects with Chelsea over a shared love of gaming and issues with anxiety. Stacey is 33 and looking to settle down and sits down for dinner with medical salesman Paul, who is searching for someone to come home to after long days driving on the M62.

Make-up artist Kiera hopes her hilariously bad luck in love is over as she meets Essex builder Jack. Online relationship guru Breeny thinks it's time to find a man for herself.

Another group of singletons hope to find love while staying in the luxury Italian hotel. Checking in first is Fiona, the 62-year-old mother of Duncan James from boy band Blue. She has come to stay on the recommendation of her son, who featured on last year's celebrity version. Will ex-naval officer Eric be the man for her? Others looking for a little fun in the sun are chef James and actor Jamie, and care home manager Hayley, who describes her ideal man as a `Viking" and confident. Enter 6ft 4 car salesman Nick, who has confidence in spades.

As another season of love draws to a close, Fred Sirieix and his fellow cupids pull out all the stops in the hope of ending on a high. However, things do not get off to a great start for cat lover Zoe and her date Joseph, who makes a nervous first impression. Will a bit of witty repartee and the revelation about his own furry friend encourage her to let her guard down? Meanwhile, James has extended his stay in the hope of meeting his soulmate - and it seems that 6ft 6 Max from Oxford might just be the man for him

A look back at some of the series' most memorable and dynamic dates - reliving the moments of nerves, awkwardness, naughtiness and passion, and of unlikely chemistry, roaring rivalries and heart-warming stories. The show also reveals what the daters are up to now - featuring chicken farmer Griff, Perry in his gold lamé trunks, and Robyn, whose love mantra is 'treat 'em mean and keep 'em keen'. London ladette Lauren is about to have the shock of her life, while double-daters, best friends and fashionistas Sara and Jo head off in search of something a bit more meaningful

Episode 7

In southern Italy, more British singletons seek love in the sun, including Thalia, who's busy getting her tan on, and Tony, who's 79 and craves someone to share his twilight years

Richard struggles to read women because of his Aspergers. Can he make a connection with Emilia? Andy, who's 40 is off out on his first ever date with a man: ex-bouncer Joseph.

Hattie meets Lawrence on a date that kicks off with a bang. Will retired docker Albert and 70-year-old thrill-seeker Carol see eye to eye? Can Ollie get out of the friend-zone with nurse Debs?

After a history of dating disasters, Serena seeks an ex-bad boy. Cancer turned Sara's life upside down five years ago. She bonds with cycling fanatic Peter over their stories of life-changing events.

Architecture student Priti has designs on finding an older rugged man with tattoos. Firefighter Katie seeks a woman with 'pezzang'. Her date's called Katie too. Is Katie times two the dream equation?

Millionaire Delia usually goes for younger guys but is looking for a man her age. Lara meets Bengy, who has a trauma he's reluctant to share. And can country-types Alice and Nick make a pair?

It's sizzling in Italy as British singletons head to the First Dates Hotel looking for romance, including an ex-military paramedic and a retired taxidermist on her first meet-up in 39 years.

Bethany seeks a guy who sees past her glam exterior to find the real woman beneath. Shannon, her twin, wants someone a bit older, who she won't have to mother.

Private chef Georgia meets Nick - who certainly knows his grapes. And history teacher Debbie seeks a romantic knight in shining armour. Could it be stationery sales manager Rob?

Laker is in search of someone with quite specific skills - will world record-holding hunk Alex fit the bill? And Edward hopes to hit the dance floor with the perfect partner.

Maroulla wants a man who can make her laugh - does call centre manager Giles have what it takes? And Cambridge academic Michael is searching for someone as artistic and intelligent as himself.

As the sun sets on another season of romance, maths student Tom seeks the formula for love with philosophy graduate Natalie. And two hair salon owners seek something significant.

Valentine's Special

A look back at some of the most memorable dates and other moments from the First Dates Hotel, including the meeting between policewoman Emma and carpenter Luke, which promised to be one of the most passionate dates in the show's history. Meanwhile, Darill quickly learns there are certain things you should keep to yourself when he sits down with single mum Millie. Other pairings include part-time actor Simon and Disney-loving fellow thespian James, and 83-year-old former jazz singer Dorit and 82-year-old poetry lover John.

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