Ballykissangel

- Season 5

(1999)

As Niamh and Sean come to a decision about their relationship, Brian, Orla, Liam and Donal compete in a hot air balloon race over Ballykissangel.

The sudden loss in Ballykissangel has left everyone in tears, particularly Niamh who must deal with the new changes in her life. In the meantime, Orla moves into a new cottage hoping for some freedom.

While Niamh, Sean and Brian try to get back to normal life, Liam and Donal stumble across a crate of expensive caviar that could cause them more harm than good.

Due to the escalating tension between Emma and Sean, Emma leaves home. Meanwhile, Niamh decides she must leave as well, but to Dublin.

It's Kieran 4th birthday and Imelda has come for a visit, creating tension between her and Niamh. Tension also surfaces on the seas when Orla brings a famous book editor on board Connor's boat.

As Niamh moves out of Fitzgerald's to begin her new life in Dublin, Paul Dooley, an old enemy of Brian Quigley, moves in with his wife Oonagh and their two children. In the meantime, Conor's attempts to arrange a romantic date for Orla go terribly wrong.

Brendan applies for the position of headmaster, but his chances at securing the post are looking bleak considering his competition and the interview panel.

Donal's uncle Minto returns to Bally K with a dangerous new business proposal, just in time for the arrival of the new garda.

Frankie finds it hard to feel connected to the village when she orders Paul to 50 hours of community service to make up for his crime. Also, Brian begins to feel lonely without Niamh and Kieran.

Father Aidan starts looking for choir singers but finds it hard to rally up volunteers. As well Sean decides to visit Niamh in Dublin.

Niamh and Sean announce their news to the village, but while some are very supportive, others are a little unsure about the decision. In the meantime, Donal and Liam try their luck at gambling and Father Aidan organizes a raft race.

While Niamh and Sean prepare to say 'I do,' Frankie sets out to find a reckless, young driver and Paul gets a visit from a friend from prison.