EastEnders' Phil Mitchell and Dean Wicks will both return to Walford next week in dramatic fashion.

Both characters are set to be part of the show's anniversary celebrations next week - and their returns are bound to cause plenty of drama.

Phil will be left with some serious explaining to do as his wife Sharon demands to know where has been since his release from prison.

However, Phil has other problems to contend with upon his arrival, as he has something urgent to discuss with Ian Beale.

When Ian heads into the Beales' kitchen at the restaurant on his wedding day, he is confused to find Phil there. Although Phil desperately needs to talk to Ian, they are soon interrupted, but what could be so important?

Ian wants to know what Phil has to say

Ian and Phil are soon interrupted

Ian and Phil are interrupted

Meanwhile, Dean's return will horrify Mick and Linda, who finally appear to be getting their relationship back on track following recent events.

To make matters worse, Dean has arrived back in Walford with a shocking revenge plan for the Carter family, but what is it?

Dean returns and sets his revenge plans in motion

Airs Wednesday, February 18th