NIGEL Bates is hiding a big secret and lying to pal Phil Mitchell in tonight’s EastEnders. The classic character – who is ...

EASTENDERS fans are convinced Nigel Bates’ return means one huge soap legend will make a shock comeback after years of ...

EastEnders fans got a Christmas treat last night (24 December) as Nigel Bates returned to the BBC soap for the first time in ...

Nigel Bates has returned to the BBC soap EastEnders for the first time in 26 years in a special Christmas Eve episode. The ...

Nigel Bates returns as Cindy Beale knocked out by shovel in EastEnders special - It’s a tense time for Cindy Beale as her ...

EastEnders aired a blast from the past on Christmas Eve, as Nigel Bates, played by actor Paul Bradley, returned to the BBC ...

He is fondly remembered for his romance with Debbie Tyler (Nicola Duffett).

The character was last seen on Albert Square in 1998 departing for a new life in Scotland with his girlfriend Julie Haye ...

During tonight's Christmas Eve episode (December 24) of EastEnders, Nigel Bates played by Paul Bradley returned to the BBC soap after 26 years.

EastEnders spoilers follow from the two Christmas Day episodes. EastEnders’ Christmas Day episodes have become a tradition in ...

Nigel Bates has made his way back to Walford after 26 years away, with the character making a shock appearance on the ...

Nigel Bates is back in Walford for the first time in 26 years as EastEnders viewers got a festive surprise when Phil's friend ...