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'.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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?

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.