The first series of Geordie Shore, a British television programme based in Newcastle upon Tyne, began airing on 24 May 2011 on MTV.[1] The series concluded on 12 July 2011 after 6 episodes and 2 specials including a reunion show hosted by Russell Kane and an episode counting down the best bits of the series. From 23 August 2011 until 30 August 2011, 2 Magaluf specials aired on MTV,[2] however these episodes are featured on the series 2 DVD.[3] The series included the turbulent relationship of Holly (who entered in the house three days late) with Dan coming to an end,[4] the beginning of Gaz and Charlotte's ongoing love/hate relationship, and Jay and Vicky's rocky relationship.[5] This was the only series to feature Greg Lake.[6]
= Cast member is featured in this episode.
= Cast member arrives in the house.
= Cast member voluntarily leaves the house.
= Cast member returns to the house.
= Cast member leaves the series.
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See also: List of Geordie Shore episodes.
| Episode | Date | Official MTV rating | MTV weekly rank | Official MTV+1 rating[7] | Total MTV viewers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | 24 May 2011 | 568,000 | 1 | 67,000 | 635,000 | |
| Episode 2 | 31 May 2011 | 545,000 | 1 | 33,000 | 578,000 | |
| Episode 3 | 7 June 2011 | 625,000 | 1 | 25,000 | 650,000 | |
| Episode 4 | 14 June 2011 | 534,000 | 1 | 76,000 | 610,000 | |
| Episode 5 | 21 June 2011 | 620,000 | 1 | 71,000 | 691,000 | |
| Episode 6 | 28 June 2011 | 592,000 | 1 | 42,000 | 634,000 | |
| The Reunion | 5 July 2011 | 374,000 | 1 | 32,000 | 406,000 | |
| Best Bits | 12 July 2011 | 149,000 | 1 | 27,000 | 176,000 | |
| Magaluf Madness: Part One | 23 August 2011 | 346,000 | 1 | 118,000 | 464,000 | |
| Magaluf Madness: Part Two | 30 August 2011 | 414,000 | 1 | 76,000 | 490,000 |