Hollyoaks locations

The following is a list of locations often seen on the Channel 4 British television soap opera "Hollyoaks".

Current Locations

Hollyoaks Comprehensive

The local comprehensive school which includes a sixth form.

Current students include: Josh Ashworth, Amy Barnes, Jamie "Fletch" Fletcher, Michaela McQueen,Newt,Lauren Valentine and Sasha Valentine.

Hollyoaks Community College (HCC)

Perennial haunt of many an over-eager fresher, aspirant young professional and full-time student wannabes.

Current students include: Elliot Bevan, Zoe Carpenter, Kris Fisher, Zak Ramsey, Sarah Barnes, Nancy Hayton, Hannah Ashworth, Leila Roy and John Paul McQueen and Mike Barnes

U Bar

Ultra-popular watering hole for the village's expanding population of college students. The SUBar is the students favourite pub. The SU Bar is actually the same building that was used as Bar Brookie in Channel 4 soap "Brookside".

The Dog in the Pond

Long-established local for village patrons old and new, scene of many a dramatic denouement and thunderous tantrum. Uniformly known merely as The Dog. Currently run by Jack and Frankie Osborne, with Jack's son Darren and Frankies daughter Steph as bar maid. On September 8th 2006, The Dog was caught in an explosion and the bar was destroyed in the fire. Five people died in the fire, and one was left in critical condition. Several months later, The Dog has been re-built and re-opened with a new look. Jack then hired Kris Fisher and Mercedes McQueen to wait tables. Jack has now left Darren to manage the pub for a short term, although Darren lost ownership of the pub after a game of poker with Warren Fox in December 2007.

The Loft

Ever controversial nightspot, which attracts just as much revelry as ribaldry. It has been owned by a number of residents including Scott Anderson who had arranged a number of dodgy deals in the premises before it was sold to Tony Hutchinson and his then wife Mandy Richardson to expand Il Gnosh, however it got too much for the couple especially after the birth of their daughter so they sold it to Max Cunningham. However when he had got involved with scheming Clare Devine he had to sign it over to her in order to get her out of his life. Before her departure in 2007 she sold it to Warren Fox who is running it alongside Louise Summers.

One of the most dramatic events to have taken place at The Loft was in June 2007 when Justin Burton pushed Clare Devine from the balcony of the Loft in an attempt to kill her. This was done to avenge the deaths of his sisters Mel and Sophie Burton, who had died in the fire at The Dog In The Pond following a confrontation with Clare.

The Loft has survived fire, fights, a schemeful attempt by Mercedes McQueen to gain compensation from Clare Devine after slipping whilst dancing on her hen night, there was also an incident when students suffered alcohol poisoning from unsafe cheap spirits being sold.

Il Gnosh

Latest incarnation of the local cafe, currently pitching itself at the cosmopolitan Europhile rather than denizens of the greasy spoon. Formerly Gnosh Village (pronounced vil-"arzh"). Sometimes informally called just Gnosh. Before Tony bought the premises, it was known as Deva, the cafe run by the Morgan family.

Drive 'n' Buy

Enduring convenience store that sells everything as long as it is in stock. Most popular brand being "Banana Bongo" flakes. The shop is family owned, and until mid-2006 was owned by Max Cunningham who inherited it from his late father Gordon Cunningham. After his death, Max ran the shop with his then wife Clare Devine. However, wanting to spend more time with his family and making The Loft his main priority, Max sold the shop to Neville Ashworth and his family. Neville invested in the shop with his family, who he hoped would take turns working there.

Neville's wife Suzanne works in the shop between her hospital shifts, eldest son Rhys works during free periods at University, youngest son Josh and only daughter Hannah between school. Rhys soon decided he didn't want to work there as it would interfere with his music aspirations, so Neville hired Rhys' best friend Gilly Roach. Soon Josh and Hannah abandoned their shifts to study and socialise with their friends so Neville also hired Rhys' former girlfriend Sarah Barnes. Sarah worked in the shop between school, however when she and Rhys broke up she quit and started working in Washed Up. Neville then forced Rhys to take over her shifts but he gave the job to fellow student and drinking buddy Zak Ramsey.

Evissa

The Beauty Salon currently owned by Louise Summers in partnership with her lover Warren Fox and formerly her husband Sean Kennedy until his demise. Sean had opened it with the intention of winning Louise back, he called it Evissa- the Spanish for Ibiza where he and Louise first met. Current employees include
Carmel McQueen as nail technician,Frankie Osborne as a masseuse and Niall Rafferty as a hair stylist, as well as Louise herself. Warren's sister Katy Fox worked there temporarily and previously the Burton twins' had worked there until their deaths, Sophie as a beautician and Mel on the reception desk until she was sacked due to her alcohol problems. The Salon was burnt down in late 2007 but was refurbished and began offering hairdressing services also.

Tan & Tumble

Local laundrette and tanning shop currently managed by Jacqui McQueen. Formerly Washed Up. Mike Barnes used to manage the place. Amy, used to help out and also Michaela McQueen.

Washed Up used to be managed by Frankie Osborne who was helped by her children. She then hired Nicole Owen, before she left to work for better money at "Il Gnosh". Frankie sold the laundrette when she moved into The Dog In The Pond pub and the new owner hired Mike as the new manager.

Helen Cunningham was also a manager in the past.

M.O.B.S

The non-alcoholic juice bar run by Cindy Cunningham, Mandy Richardson and Steph Cunningham. It was formerly the Octagon which Tony Hutchinson had owned as part of Il Gnosh, until Max Cunningham had brought it from Tony after Max's ex-wife, Clare Devine conned him out of his previous business, The Loft. Max and his friend O.B. named their new business M.O.B.S from conjoining their names together. Sasha Valentine worked there for a while until Max employed his soon-to-be wife Steph. O.B. has since left Hollyoaks to live in London with his girlfriend Summer Shaw and after Max's death in 2008; Cindy, Mandy and Steph took over the running of the business.

wimming Pool

A swimming pool has been used in late 2007 where Sam 'O.B' O'Brien has been taking Tom Cunningham to lessons in a bid to impress socialite Summer Shaw. This ended with Tom nearly drowning and O.B making friends with swimming insturctor Simon Crosby.

Relish

The new takeaway opening in 2008 which will be owned by the Roy family. [ cite web | url=http://www.channel4.com/entertainment/tv/microsites/H/hollyoaks/news/previous/08/08/080821onset_2.html| title=News | publisher=C4 | accessdate=2008-08-22 ]

Former Locations

Got it Taped

A video store that was run by Tony Hutchinson until he closed it after a cinema was opened in the village.

Parkers Restaurant

Local restaurant that used to be run by Maddie Parker.

Body Boost

Owned by Richard Taylor Body Boost was the local gym where most of the H.C.C. students would go to blow off steam. It has been off screen since his exit from Hollyoaks. It has included the likes of Becca Dean, Mandy Richardson, Clare Devine and Louise Summers who'd exercise regularly and Sonny Valentine who'd try to impress his then-boss Warren Fox. It was also where deranged Kathy Barnes pushed daughter Sarah into competing in various swimming events. One of the most memorable events in Body Boost was when Richard's daughter Darlene Taylor was pushed through a window by his partner's son Justin Burton, resulting in Darlene having to undergo surgery.

Homes often seen

The Dog in the Pond

1 Stockton Lane

The local pub, also the current residency for Jack Osborne, his son Darren, Jack's wife, Frankie, and her daughter, Steph. Frankie and Jacks foster child Barry 'Newt' Newton also lives here. Frankie's two sons, Jake and Craig have also lived here in the past. The bar was burnt down on 8 September 2006, but has since been revamped and re-opened. Darren Osborne lost ownership of the pub in a game of poker with Warren Fox in December 2007 but it has since been restored to the Osborne's following a raid and robbery at the pub.

Apartments on the City Wall

1 Oakdale Drive

The home of Tony Hutchinson and his brother Dominic Reilly. In July 2007, Jacqui Malota, Aleksander Malota, Carmel McQueen and Tina Reilly all moved in causing very cramped conditions. Since then Carmel and Aleksander have moved out and Tina and Dom moved out after a row over baby Max.After Tina and Dom were given baby Max ,Jacqui moved out for a short time only to reconcile with Tony.

2 Oakdale Drive

Formely occupied by Justin Burton, Sophie Burton and Mel Burton. Is currently occupied by Leo Valentine, Val and the Valentine children: Calvin Sasha, Danny and Lauren. Purchased by Calvin, Sonny and Sasha's mother Diane Valentine, who died a few days after the family moved in, the ownership has since been handed over to her estranged husband Leo.

3 Oakdale Drive

Former home to the Owen family and now home to the Barnes family. Mike and Sarah moved in when it was revealed that Kathy had slept with Rhys. Amy joined them days later after an argument with her mum. When Mike decided to forgive Kathy, they sold their old house and Kathy moved in to join her family in their new home. Kathy then divorced from Mike, therefore leaving Hollyoaks and Amy moved out to live with then boyfriend Ste. Zoe moved in when she didnt have a place to stay and her and Mike began a relationship. Amy has recently moved back in after being beaten up by Ste.

Flat above Drive 'n' Buy

12 Tatton Crescent

Home to Max Cunningham, his younger brother Tom and Max's friend O.B.. Since then O.B. has moved out to live in london. Currently it is home to Cindy, Mandy, Tom and Steph.

* Flat next to Evissa - 21 Eastham Crescent

Formerly the marital home of Jake and Becca Dean, the only current residents are Becca's sister Nancy and Russ Owen.Becca and Justin's baby son Charlie also formerly lived there prior to his hospitalisation for leukemia, and will live there again if and when Nancy's custody battle is successful.Russ also recently moved in.

* Flat above EvissaOwned and previously occupied by Louise Summers and Warren Fox, it was more recently the home of Warren, his sister Katy and her boyfriend Justin Burton. When Louise and Warren became a couple, she moved back in.

Halls Of Residence

Student flat owned by Hollyoaks Community College, and other than the summer it is generally occupied by five first and second year students at the college. Upon entering their third year, former second year students move into different accommodation to make room for new freshers. The residency of this flat is as tangled as the relationships of those who live in it, and changes often. Recently, John-Paul McQueen lived in Elliot's room whilst he was on vacation in America, paying Jess cash in hand without the other students knowing. He moved out when Elliot returned. It is now occupied by Kris Fisher, Zak Ramseyand Elliot Bevan, . Despite only accommodating five students, Gilly Roach was sleeping on Zak's floor after leaving the Ashworths' house. It is within the grounds of HCC and a short distance from Drive 'n' Buy.
Leila Roy has since moved in.

House A

65 Christleton Terrace

Presently occupied by Neville and Suzanne Ashworth with their three children Rhys, Hannah and Josh. Neville's father Bill moved in after Josh and Fletch saw how unhappy he was at the retirement home he lived at. Rhys's best friend, Gilly Roach lodged with them when they first arrived for close to a year, until Rhys kicked him out. This occurred after Gilly blabbed that Rhys had slept with Kathy Barnes whilst they were arguing over Kathy's daughter Sarah. They buried the hatchet three months later and Rhys invited Gilly back. Gilly lives there currently, after Beth tragically died, and Rhys moved out. Fletch also stayed for a few nights when battling his drug addiction.

House B

6 Ranley Mews

The Barnes family's former home.

House C

26 Leigh Road

Home to members of the McQueen family: Myra, Mercedes and Michaela. Russ Owen also moved in after his family moved away but then left to live with Nancy. Jacqui's husband Aleksander Malota moved in when he and Jacqui got engaged but moved out to return to his home country after their 'marriage' fell apart. Both Jacqui and Tina recently moved in with their partners Tony and Dom, respectively, but Tina and Dom have since returned. John Paul moved out of the house in July 2008 in order to live with his current boyfriend Keiron. When Kieron died, John Paul moved back in but left to catch Craig Dean to move with him To Dublin.

Council Flat

Originally occupied by Ste Hay and Amy Barnes. Recently Amy moved out with baby Leah after being abused By Ste.Justin Burton then moved in after being homeless.

Modern Flat

Presently Occupied by Niall.