As unexpected soap romances go, there’s one up there with the best of them in EastEnders next week as two very random characters get close. Cindy heads to Beale’s Eels to plead with Ian ...

The East End of London-set soap began airing on February 19 1985, and was a ratings hit from the start with 17 million viewers tuning in.

EastEnders' legend Ian Beale, played by Adam Woodyatt, has left fans worried that he's planning revenge on his unfaithful wife Cindy Beale, portrayed by Michelle Collins, in a chilling plot twist.

EastEnders' Ian Beale is set to gain a surprising new ally on the soap. In new scenes airing on the BBC show next week, Cindy – who has clashed with Ian over questions that he could be the one ...

EastEnders viewers are speculating that romance might be on the horizon for Ian Beale (played by Adam Woodyatt) after his heart-wrenching split from ex-wife Cindy (portrayed by Michelle Collins).