The Dumping Ground (series 2)

The Dumping Ground series 2

Series two title card
Country of origin United Kingdom
No. of episodes 13
Broadcast
Original channel CBBC
CBBC HD
Original run 10 January 2014 – 28 March 2014

The Second Series of the British children's television series The Dumping Ground began broadcasting on 10 January 2014 on CBBC and CBBC HD. The series follows the lives of the children in care the fictional children's care home of Ashdene Ridge. It consists of thirteen episodes, including a two-part series première. The second series was commissioned by the BBC in 2013. The series was preceded by a Christmas special.

Series synopsis

The Dumping Ground returned for a second series in January 2014.

Gina Conway (Kay Purcell) and Elektra Perkins (Jessica Revell) did not return in this series. Stacy Liu was introduced as May Li Wang in "Jody in Wonderland" and Kasey McKellar joined the cast in Episode 1, "Kick Off" as cocky Bailey Wharton. This is the first series in all 10 of the Tracy Beaker franchise to include the care home Ashdene Ridge. Jessie Williams left the series as Lily Kettle in Episode 4, "The Barbecue" after moving down South with Shannay and Steve. This series includes a vast majority of plots including Frank becoming homeless and living on the streets, Faith having to deal with her serious injury after being mowed down by a car, Johnny debated over signing up as a soldier, plus Tyler received a visit from his mum. Floss Guppy's past was revealed and Harry tried to become a wrestler. Bailey struggles with dyslexia whilst Mo is up to more wacky creations. Johnny and Tee receive a visit from their mum, and Liam O'Donovan returns to the show in the series final. This is the last series with Elly Brewer at the helm and posing as lead writer despite being in the position since 2010.

Cast

Main cast

Recurring characters

Guest characters

Episodes


Episode
in total		 Episode
in series		 Title Directed by Written by Original air date
151"Kick Off (Booting Up, Part 1)[1]"Sallie AprahamianElly Brewer10 January 2014
When young Bailey Wharton is found living on his own, he is taken to the Dumping Ground where his arrival has quite an impact on the other residents.
162"Quitters (Booting Up, Part 2)[1]"Sallie AprahamianDawn Harrison10 January 2014
After being run over by a car, Faith's homecoming does not go according to plan.
173"The Dumping Ground Experience[1]"Sallie AprahamianSarah-Louise Hawkins17 January 2014
When a filmmaker called Sasha comes to Ashdene Ridge to make a training film for future careworkers, Jody notices that everybody's behaving like mindless zombies, overcome with fame. She decides to take things into her own hands, and calls on a friend to help her out.
184"The Barbecue[1]"Sallie AprahamianDebbie Oates24 January 2014
Lily must break the news to Carmen that she is leaving to go down south. After Carmen doesn't handle it very well, Bailey must pay the price.
195"Finding Frank[1]"Nigel DouglasEmma Reeves31 January 2014
Frank has been spending a lot of time at Ashdene Ridge recently, and when his friends pop round to his flat for a visit they uncover the shocking truth - Frank is living on the streets after being conned out of his money and getting into debt. He needs help, and the Dumping Ground kids are there to help him.
206"Holding On[1]"Nigel DouglasMatt Evans7 February 2014
Expectations are high when Tyler's mum comes to visit; however, she hasn't been on her pills for her bipolar disorder, and so the day doesn't go entirely as planned. Meanwhile, after fifty locusts escape from Mo's care, he decides it's the right time to give away his talentless snake.
217"Endurance[1]"Nigel DouglasSarah-Louise Hawkins14 February 2014
A bizarre TV challenge ensues with two opposing teams going head to head to win their chance to watch their favourite TV programme on telly. However, soon the gang realise that it's harder to keep their hands in the Tv than they think. As both teams play dirty, toilet breaks and temptations so get in their way.
228"I Have a Dream[1]"Diana PatrickJulie Dixon21 February 2014
Faith and Rick are at loggerheads, whilst Bailey and Mo become unlikely allies, teaming up to write the best short story they can. There's only one problem - Bailey's dyslexic.
239"Sticks and Stones[1]"Diana PatrickMark Burt28 February 2014
Bailey's dreams are thrown into jeopardy when his football coach shows his true colours.
2410"G.I. Johnny[1]"Diana PatrickElly Brewer7 March 2014
When Johnny tackles a mugger, he reveals hidden talents. But will he really sign up to join the army, leaving all of his friends behind?
2511"Be My Girl[1]"Diana PatrickDawn Harrison14 March 2014
Floss meets some prospective parents and Rick and Carmen's friendship might reach breaking point.
2612"Hope[1]"Diana PatrickEmma Reeves21 March 2014
Johnny and Tee have very different reactions when their mum arrives at the Dumping Ground.
2713"Face the Music[1]"Diana PatrickElly Brewer28 March 2014
Frank's new job is jeopardised when he is reunited with an old friend.

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.10 1.11 1.12 "The Dumping Ground Episode Guide". Radio Times. Retrieved 17 January 2015.