'Essex' recap: 'Let's go glamping'

As we reach the closing stages of the second series of The Only Way Is Essex, we have to ask ourselves the question, 'What have we learnt?' The obvious and correct answer is, 'Totally nothing'. But does that mean it's been a total waste of time? Would our lives be as rich and full without Joey Essex's wit and wisdom? Maybe. Could we survive without ever knowing Gemma Collins's theories on male genitalia? Possibly. However, do we have any regrets? None whatsoever. That's why it's business as usual with our Essex recaps.

The Good
- Everybody is glamping -
Our favourite Essex moments are always the more surreal adventures and ideas, which normally involve Amy and Harry. The vajazzle gang's attempt to bring some glam to camping was like a Carry On film made by Nuts magazine. The attempts of Harry and Joey to make a toilet, which basically involved them kicking a divot in some soil, would have made Sid James proud with its farcical nature.

The Bad
- Tell her the truth Arg -
Come on Arg, pull yourself together man. Either you've cheated or you haven't. We're guessing you have by the fact you raise your eyebrows and look a bit shifty every time it's mentioned. Put poor Lydia out of her misery and confess all. She'll either dump you or let it fly by. If the rest of the Essex female cast are anything to go by, she'll be over it in a week and you'll be reunited with Mr Darcy in no time.

The Essex
- Essex does Einstein -
Joey Essex: "I can't spell because..." Everybody else: "What!" Joey Essex: "I think I may be dis-sex-ic." Yes, this was the conversation to end all conversations as Joey, Sam, Amy, Gemma and Harry discussed everything from dyslexia to "stientist" Albert Einstein. Let's hope Michael Gove and David Cameron were watching this fine example of the British education system. Maybe the Essex team could set up their own academy. The mind boggles.

The Only Way Is Essex continues on Wednesday at 10pm on ITV2.

> 'Essex' recap: 'The engagement party'
> 'Essex' recap: 'The Botox party'
> 'Essex' recap: 'The pool snog'
> 'Essex' recap: 'The pub quiz'

The Only Way Is Essex continues on Sunday on ITV1.